When you think of the city of roses, often you envision a big green city with people that are vibrant, creative and true to themselves. Eco-friendly and green everywhere you turn. Unfortunately, although many of those statements are correct, we chose to ignore the ugly side of the city. In this case it’s the homelessness crisis that has only been increasing in recent years and the lack of effort to fix this big issue. With that said, in order to make a drastic change to decrease the increasing rate of homelessness that is occurring in Portland, we need to take in consideration the ancillary issues contributing to it. Some examples that are but not limited to are food availability, economic status, education and many more barriers that make it hard for people to access resources provided by the city.
Thankfully a local organization attempting to address Homelessness in Portland Oregon is Portland Homeless Family Solutions (PHFS). According to their website, PHFS offers immediate temporary assistance in regards to shelter and support for those that are experiencing homelessness that have children. They not only help by given them tools to create a long-term plan to find a permanent solution for housing, but they also empower and educate these families by helping them with services like job training, case management services and so much more. So much so, that they even help families get connected with other local non-profits that provide food and clothing.
They have made a substantial positive change to the community, but there is still a long way to go. It is crucial that we as a society show up for those in need by showing our support to local nonprofits that are helping fight against homelessness. In order to take a step to be part of the much-needed change, please take the time and click the link to better inform yourself on the issue and read more about the many lives they’ve changed and on how you can donate or volunteer. Click this link to find out more.
In the end we are all human and we all deserve to be safe and have a place to call home, especially children.
Non-profit link: https://nonprofitoregon.org/news/oct2012/member_of_month
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