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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced two significant grant opportunities aimed at assisting veterans experiencing homelessness. These initiatives are part of the broader efforts by the Biden-Harris …
Department of Veterans Affairs Announces Grant Opportunities to Combat Veteran Homelessness Read More
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced that it has surpassed its calendar year goal to house 38,000 homeless Veterans, two months ahead of schedule. As of October 2023, …
Department of Veterans Affairs Exceeds 2023 Goal for Housing Homeless Veterans Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — On November 20, 2023, the City of Philadelphia and Community Ventures celebrated the groundbreaking of Old First House. This affordable housing mixed-use development aims to provide 34 …
Philadelphia Breaks Ground on Old First House to Address Homelessness Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — For many, the holiday season is a time for sharing meals, gifts and quality time with family and friends. At the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, it …
YMCA Members, Students and Partners Unite to Combat Homelessness and Food Insecurity Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — A bipartisan group of Pennsylvania state lawmakers, along with advocates and individuals who experienced homelessness in their youth, have come together on Wednesday to highlight new legislation aimed …
Pennsylvania State Lawmakers Champion Legislation to Combat Rising Youth Homelessness Read More
VILLANOVA, PA — Villanova University has commenced its 49th annual Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (HHAW). The event, which began on Saturday, November 11, will run through Monday, November 20.
Villanova University Kicks off 49th Annual Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania’s Department of Human Services (DHS) is taking a significant step forward in providing healthcare access to the homeless community. On Friday, October 20, 2023, Secretary Dr. Val …
Pennsylvania DHS Expands Medicaid for Street Medicine, Increasing Access to Care for Unhoused Individuals Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County Commissioners, represented by Commissioner Josh Maxwell, in partnership with the Allies for Housing in Chester County, hosted a legislative gathering this week at the Chester …
Building Bridges: Chester County Legislators Collaborate with Nonprofits on Affordable Housing Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Department of Community Development (DCD) released its 2023 Point-In-Time (PIT) count this week, which shows that 436 people were experiencing homelessness in Chester County on January …
Rising Homelessness: Chester County Report Reveals Alarming Trends and Commits to Solutions Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) is expanding Medicaid coverage to include street medicine for Medicaid beneficiaries experiencing homelessness. This initiative aims to address the unique needs …
Pennsylvania Addressing Homelessness with Street Medicine Read More