Cynthia Griffith, writing for Invisible People, backed up this “new math.”
Homelessness
Homeless Persons and “Listening”
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | November 18, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 2 Comments
We all know Pope Francis is advocating for “listening church.” How might listening apply in our efforts with the homeless community?
Father Pedro Opeka, CM Nominated for Council of Europe Award
by Vincentian Homeless Alliance | November 14, 2021 | News | 2 Comments
Father Pedro Opeka, CM has been nominated to the Raoul Wallenberg Award of the Council of Europe.
The “13 Houses” Campaign Already Changing Lives in Ireland
by Vincentian Homeless Alliance | October 31, 2021 | News | 1 Comment
Noel was at home, looking forward to a quiet Christmas with his little dog, Rosie, when he got the crushing news from his landlord — Noel had to leave his home…
Bringing smiles to Tanzania with the “13 Houses” Campaign
by Vincentian Homeless Alliance | October 24, 2021 | News | 1 Comment
For this widow and mother of four living in Mtindu, Tanzania, the Campaign has represented a chance for a new beginning and a better life for herself and her children.
Measurement of Homelessness
by Reese Hagy, Institute of Global Homelessness | Apr 7, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Is homelessness increasing or decreasing? Are certain subgroups overrepresented in the population of people experiencing homelessness in a particular community?
Reminder…Climate Change Event: Register Now!
by MaryAnn Dantuono | Mar 19, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Climate change impacts homeless women and girls even more profoundly as entrenched gender inequalities increase their risks.
Real Experience with Homelessness 2020
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Jan 7, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Real Experience with Homelessness: – Top 10 Posts of 2020 – Invisible People
Lessons Learned From Homeless People
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Dec 31, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
“Any public health response that does not center the voices of people who have lived the experience of homelessness is going to come up with the wrong solution.”
Christmas – Testing Positive In a Homeless Shelter
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Dec 24, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
I never cease to be amazed at how many times Invisible People stops me as they give voice to situations I had not thought of.
Vincentians – Celebrating and Challenging
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Dec 17, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Let’s remember what we learned during COVID-19, especially how we managed to maintain our personal relationship with those who, in addition to the daily challenges of living in poverty, must now weather the effects of the pandemic.
This Christmas, help a family get a home
by Vincentian Homeless Alliance | Dec 13, 2020 | News
Let us take the time to consider the many families around the world who are, right now, experiencing homelessness, living in inadequate housing, and are exhausted by natural disaster and conflict.
What Do “We” Share With Homeless People?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Dec 10, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Mental illness is a major problem for the entire US population – not just the homeless population. The difference is the problems are aggravaated by homelessness.
500 New Houses for the Homeless in Australia
by Vincentian Homeless Alliance | Dec 6, 2020 | News
His life changed when he accessed one of the new 502 housing units that make up the latest “13 Houses” Campaign project, the first in Sydney and New South Wales (NSW), Australia.
Creating Connections Better Than Giving Directions
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Dec 3, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
A place where homeless and formerly homeless people can connect to one another. They can also connect to vital outreach services, their own personal friends, and family members.
Which Costs More – Housing or Health Care?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Nov 19, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
After one year, BJC Healthcare estimated the cost of care for the enrolled homeless clients was reduced to $230,000, representing an estimated annual savings of nearly $400,000 or 71%. No doubt the financial people were quite pleased.