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The Homeless Initiative oversees Los Angeles County’s massive effort to provide housing and services for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing their homes. It is largely funded through Measure H, a 1/4-cent sales tax approved by County voters in 2017.
The Homeless Initiative is currently developing a spending plan for the fiscal year that begins July 1st, which includes investing in:
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Homeless Prevention for people at risk of eviction as well as those exiting foster care, hospitals, jails, and other institutions
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Outreach so that people living in encampments and vehicles can be connected to housing and supportive services
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Interim Housing, such as shelters, recuperative care facilities, and sober living facilities
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Permanent Housing with subsidized rent and, if necessary, supportive services for those with acute needs
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Supportive Services such as health and mental health care, substance use disorder treatment, criminal record clearing, benefits enrollment, job training and employment, and other services to help people achieve stability and potentially self-sufficiency
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU
Over the next three weeks, January 11 - February 1, 2022, the Homeless Initiative will solicit public comment to inform the funding recommendations. Share your ideas for tackling homelessness in your neighborhood and beyond. Your opinion matters. Click here to submit Public Comment
In the four years since voters passed Measure H, the County's homeless services system has housed about 75,000 people. Of those placements, 41% were fully or partially funded through Measure H, representing about 31,000 people.
Measure H funding has also helped tens of thousands more people avoid or exit homelessness with prevention assistance, employment and benefits services to increase their income, and/or interim housing and supportive services.
But challenges persist, including the affordable housing crisis and the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Join us in working to ensure all of our neighbors have a place to call home. Learn more about the work of the Homeless Initiative and its partners, including more than 100 nonprofit service providers in communities throughout Los Angeles County, by reading our latest Quarterly Report and following us on Facebook @homelessinitiativeLA.
Thank you.
Cheri Todoroff Executive Director, Los Angeles County Homeless Initiative
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This web conference is intended for those new to primary prevention, including partners and stakeholders. View more here.
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Thursday, 27 January 2022 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Pacific Time
7:00 am - 9:00 am HT | 11:00 pm - 1:00 pm MT | 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm CT | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET
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This presentation will provide community attendees with basic information about the VA Healthcare System, programs and services that serve and/or support transition of Military members, Veterans, and their families. Two key programs serving Veteran partners and caregivers will be highlighted in detail. These include the Caregiver Support Program (CSP) and the Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program (IPVAP). Risks and concerns unique to the Veteran population will be presented to increase understanding and competency in working with Veterans and their families in the community. Presented by LeAnn Bruce, PhD; Elsie Moore, MSW, Fanita Jackson-Norman, LCSW and Najah A. Barton, EdD, NCC.
Learning Objectives:
Recognize Veteran/Military family stressors, risks, and red flags related to intimate partner violence
Describe programs and resources related to intimate partner violence and caregiver needs through the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense
Build clinical tools to proactively support couples in developing healthy relationships
Register today!
Earn 2.0 Continuing Education Credit Hours
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Yoga and Health
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Yoga brings emotional stability and clarity of mind. Join NPEIV for a training that will focus on the physical and mental health benefits of a regular yoga practice. Presented by Glenna Tinney, MSW, RYT200, Captain, U.S. Navy (ret.)
Learn more!
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Apply to become a Commissioner.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission is looking for qualified applicants to fill the community represented role of Commissioner. Get started by learning more about the Commission and the role of the Commissioner in this informational bulletin. Tell your friends and colleagues, and submit your application today!
Things to know
Commissioner is not a job and does not receive a salary or benefits. Each Commissioner may receive a monetary allowance to cover expenses or meetings up to $5,000 per year. Being a Commissioner will require a significant personal commitment in terms of time and energy, with a total time commitment estimated to be 20-25 hours per month.
To apply:
Deadline The Commission is accepting applications now, and submissions before February 1, 2022 will have first consideration. This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the Commission are met.
Questions? Email apply@coc.lacounty.gov or call (213) 253-5678.
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