Last Updated on January 22, 2020
Law Enforcement Officials Argue Rural Homeless Services Worsen Problem – January 21, 2020
This is a great NPR piece addressing the “enabling” question for rural communities dealing with homelessness. One community leader wants a somewhat traditional “get tough” approach to avoid enabling. “When you create something and enable people [a low-barrier shelter], you’re going to attract more.” Another community created a unique low-barrier shelter. “It’s a collection of about a dozen small cottages with a communal kitchen, dining area and bathrooms…. Some people feared that it would increase crime and generate litter.”