Homelessness Downtown: Moving People from the Street to Independence

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Washington, DC, is now at the forefront of US cities seeking innovative solutions to homelessness. This report details the Downtown BIDís critical role in helping to provide homeless persons with a ìcontinuum of careî that moves them off the street and into permanent housing using the ìHousing Firstî model, a progressive approach to end chronic homelessness. Learn how the Downtown BID partners with DC government and nonprofit homeless service providers to bring outreach services, housing and dignity to homeless people while improving comfort and security for Downtown workers, residents and visitors.