Homelessness In South Santa Clara County
A Place to Call Home
Written By Robin Shepherd
I
n Santa Clara County, an estimated 6,500 men, women
and children have no place to call home. It’s unacceptable
and it’s happening on our watch. Nothing short of a
countywide effort can overcome homelessness.
Fortunately, some of the smartest people in our county are
collaborating to achieve this mission and their sustained efforts
are beginning to gain traction.
Our county and city leaders agree the problem of
homelessness constitutes a crisis of great urgency. They’ve
adopted the Community Plan to End Homelessness in Santa
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Clara County as a countywide guideline for a cohesive
response. This plan came together through the efforts of
public officials, advocates for the homeless, healthcare
and social service providers, law enforcement, educators,
housing developers, the faith community, nonprofits and
concerned citizens.
gmh TODAY is grateful to have spent time in recent weeks
with people on the front lines and behind the scenes working
together to bring an end to homelessness in our own backyard.
JULY / AUGUST 2016
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