Homeless 101: The Unfiltered Truth - Navigating the Complex Homeless System

24231 El Toro Road,Laguna Woods CA 92637

21 May, 2022

Description

Updated & Revised - Homelessness 101: The Unfiltered Truth - Navigating the Complex Homeless System & Its Cost UPDATED & REVISED We have updated and revised this informative workshop to include the reasons why homelessness is growing at an expedentiated rate even though there is historical funding for homeless programs and housing being spent. We will dive into the reasons why the latest permanent supportive housing programs are not making a dent in the homeless problem and why some say they are the reason for the problem and not the solution. We will look at some of the latest studies, by the top experts in the field of homelessness, that demonstrate the current problems in the system Have you ever wondered why homelessness keeps growing in our communities? Why are the numbers increasing despite the record breaking amount of money being spent? Where is the money going? Have you ever wondered how someone lands on the streets? How they get food? Or how they do laundry? What happens when they get sick, do they have medical insurance? Should I give them money? Do you know a lot of our brothers and sisters experiencing homelessness receive anywhere from $800 to $1100 a month? Do you know they are eligible for CalFresh (food stamps)? Do you know the reality of Permanent Supportive Housing? Yes, most folks don't know these facts and many others about how our homeless live. OFT's Homeless:101 Workshop will explain these and much more. You will be walked through the basics of understanding the life of living on the streets and its cost. Where does money come from and where does it go. We also explore the various resources and services accessible to our neighbors experiencing homelessness, such as the basics of healthcare, ID and Social Security. The myths, the misconceptions and the facts about homelessness including local and county statistics & housing options will be explored. You will walk away having a complete understanding of life on the street; from tickets & warrants and to entering housing programs. Most importantly, the steps to transition back to the life left behind through our Homeless Intervention Program, Project: RESTORATION! Our impressive results speak for themselves, 318 homeless lifted off the streets, 95% success rate! This workshop is free* to attend but you must register below! Refreshements will be served. We hope to see you there!!! (*donations are greatly appreciated.)