An inside look at Delaware’s point-in-time count of people experiencing homelessness

A Dover organization is set to open a new shelter by January 2025, providing vital support for women and children amid Delaware’s ongoing homelessness crisis.

With homelessness rising, trends include an increase in homeless children, individuals aged 55 and older and Black communities accounting for 60% of the affected population.

Delaware takes a step to further address homelessness with more than $1 million through a collaboration initiative aiding 10 organizations.