Coalition Communique, February 2015

February 2015

Serving Those Who Serve The Homeless

2015 Point-In-Time Homeless Count

Despite the initial rescheduling due to weather, the 2015 Point-In-Time Homeless Count went off without a hitch last Thursday, January 29.

More than 500 volunteers canvassed all of Houston, Harris County, and Fort Bend County (more than 2,600 square miles!) to help our community take count of its unsheltered homeless individuals. A sheltered count was also conducted that night, and the results of the count are used to gauge our progress toward ending homelessness as well as the effectiveness of our homeless service programs.

Click here to read more about the count and for links to available media coverage.

The Proof is in the Numbers

We have shared this information before, but since we are wrapping up Point-In-Time season, we couldn't think of a better infographic to share than one that reflects the incredible progress we have made as a community in the last few years - a 37% reduction in overall homelessness since 2011!

Save the Date - Homeless Awareness Day at the Capitol

Save the date for Homeless Awareness Day at the Capitol on Thursday, April 2, 2015.

The Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County will be providing bus transportation to Austin, TX for those interested in attending from the Houston area. Homeless Awareness Day is sponsored by the Texas Homeless Network.

Be sure to look for more information and registration links soon in our newsletters and on Facebook, Twitter, and our website.

For more information on homelessness in Houston, Texas, and the U.S., ways we are working to prevent and end homelessness,

and how you can advocate and get involved, visit...
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2015 Homeless Count

The Proof is in the Numbers

Homeless Awareness Day in Austin

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