Tackling homelessness ‘one bite at a time’
Shortly after a Friday discussion over how to end homelessness in western Massachusetts, two of the most influential policymakers in the room succinctly put how that goal can be achieved […]
Strategies To Tackle Homelessness Discussed At Western Massachusetts Forum
A new report says progress is being made on reducing homelessness in the four counties of western Massachusetts.
Western Massachusetts on a mission to end homelessness in region
The Western Massachusetts Network to End Homelessness has assembled a group to address the consequences of living in poverty.
Powerful piece on poverty, employment and homelessness
Matthew Desmond, author of the widely acclaimed book Evicted, has just authored an important article that appears in the New York Times titled: Americans Want to Believe Jobs are the Solution […]
Western Massachusetts homeless providers leave workshops with resources and renewed commitment
HOLYOKE — The more than 200 people who attended a homelessness resources fair Thursday morning left the program with a Rolodex of resources and energy to continue the mission to help […]
WAMC Interview with Matthew Desmond on his book “Evicted”
If you have not had a chance to read Matthew Desmond’s book “Evicted” (or even if you have), this is a fantastic interview of the author on WAMC radio. Thanks […]
Greenfield featured in the news for success in ending family homelessness in motels
Congratulations to everyone involved for this success story on Channel 22 news on ending family homelessness in Greenfield motels, a success that is mirrored across the entire Western region!
Springfield Republican Reports on Individual Shelter Funding Needs
The Springfield Republican published a comprehensive piece on state funding needs for individual emergency shelters in Western MA, including a well-documented visit by Western MA legislators to Friends of the Homeless […]
