The Shockingly Simple, Surprisingly Cost-Effective Way to End Homelessness

5/3/2017

This article discusses the Housing First approach implemented in Utah to address homelessness. It explains that Housing First prioritizes providing stable housing for homeless individuals without requiring them to meet certain criteria or sobriety requirements. The article highlights the success of this approach in Utah, where the state managed to substantially reduce chronic homelessness. It explores how providing housing first allows individuals to stabilize their lives and address other underlying issues, such as mental health or substance abuse problems. The article also discusses the cost-effectiveness of the Housing First approach compared to traditional methods of addressing homelessness. Overall, it presents a compelling argument for the effectiveness and benefits of the Housing First model.

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