Opinion
The silent crisis: California’s senior homeless epidemic
OPINION – Seniors aged 55 and older are now the fastest-growing homeless population in the state. In California alone, about 25% of the homeless population is aged 55 and older.
OPINION – Seniors aged 55 and older are now the fastest-growing homeless population in the state. In California alone, about 25% of the homeless population is aged 55 and older.
OPINION – As our communities grapple with the complex challenges of helping people who are unhoused or facing housing insecurity with the shelter and support services they need, we cannot ignore the impact of pet-inclusive housing policies.
Individuals who are facing housing insecurity are often forced to make the distressing decision to either give up
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