If you are experiencing homelessness and you would like to be assessed for available housing options in the Heart of Texas region, please call Heart to Home Coordinated Entry at 254-297-8929, or go to an access point to be assessed.
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Heart of Texas Homeless Coalition
The Heart of Texas Homeless Coalition (HOTHC) is recognized as a 503c3 tax exempt organization.
The HOTHC works towards:
- Fostering public education & awareness about the issue of homelessness.
- Improve outreach to homeless persons.
- Identify gaps or duplications in services and develop strategic plans to provide a continuum of care when serving the homeless.
- Advocate for quality institutional and non-institutional care and individualized treatment for the mentally ill homeless.
The services and programs of member organizations include, but are not limited to:
- Housing
- Crisis Intervention
- Psychosocial Rehabilitation
- Case Management
- Client Advocacy
- Family Education and Support
The HOTHC meets monthly on the third Friday of the month at 11:45. Member organization take turns providing lunch. If you would like to reserve a lunch, please email with your RSVP by no later than 5:00 on the Tuesday before the Friday meeting. Meeting locations vary from month to month. For the most up to date information on meeting location please call, email or check the website: www.heartoftexashomeless.org/heart-of-texas-homeless-coalition-calendar-of-events/meeting-dates
"Rising rents have long been associated with climbing rates of homelessness. This research demonstrates that the homeless population climbs faster when rent affordability – the share of income people spend on rent – crosses certain thresholds. In many areas beyond those thresholds, even modest rent increases can push thousands more Americans into homelessness."
https://www.zillow.com/research/homelessness-rent-affordability-22247/
https://www.zillow.com/research/homelessness-rent-affordability-22247/
National Alliance to End Homelessness
"Rising rents have long been associated with climbing rates of homelessness. This research demonstrates that the homeless population climbs faster when rent affordability – the share of income people spend on rent – crosses certain thresholds. In many areas beyond those thresholds, even modest rent increases can push thousands more Americans into homelessness."
https://www.zillow.com/research/homelessness-rent-affordability-22247/
https://www.zillow.com/research/homelessness-rent-affordability-22247/
People without homes are likely to die decades earlier than individuals with stable housing. Learn how to honor those who have passed away while experiencing #homelessness. #VisualizeHomelessness https://bit.ly/1MVXOi0
Sesame Street in Communities - You’re Invited to a Virtual Expert Forum on Family Homelessness
Join us at 4pm on Thursday, December 13 via Facebook Live and YouTube Live as a panel of experts shares what they know about the impact of homelessness on families. Learn how you can support families in big and small ways, and hear from others dedicated to this valuable work. Invite your colleagues and friends, and share on social media using this social media toolkit. https://sesamestreetincommunities.org/professional-development/events
Join us at 4pm on Thursday, December 13 via Facebook Live and YouTube Live as a panel of experts shares what they know about the impact of homelessness on families. Learn how you can support families in big and small ways, and hear from others dedicated to this valuable work. Invite your colleagues and friends, and share on social media using this social media toolkit. https://sesamestreetincommunities.org/professional-development/events
Ending Community Homelessness Coalition (ECHO)
Sesame Street in Communities - You’re Invited to a Virtual Expert Forum on Family Homelessness
Join us at 4pm on Thursday, December 13 via Facebook Live and YouTube Live as a panel of experts shares what they know about the impact of homelessness on families. Learn how you can support families in big and small ways, and hear from others dedicated to this valuable work. Invite your colleagues and friends, and share on social media using this social media toolkit. https://sesamestreetincommunities.org/professional-development/events
Join us at 4pm on Thursday, December 13 via Facebook Live and YouTube Live as a panel of experts shares what they know about the impact of homelessness on families. Learn how you can support families in big and small ways, and hear from others dedicated to this valuable work. Invite your colleagues and friends, and share on social media using this social media toolkit. https://sesamestreetincommunities.org/professional-development/events
We are currently assisting with utility bills! If you need assistance, please come into our office, fax or email your application. Fax: 254-756-7664 Email: Communityservices@eoacwaco.org
Family Abuse Center is currently hiring for a full-time Rural Advocate. Interested individuals can email a cover letter and resume to Micah Titterington at Outreach@familyabusecenter.org
https://www.familyabusecenter.org/blog/rural-legal-advocate/
https://www.familyabusecenter.org/blog/rural-legal-advocate/
McLennan County Domestic Violence Response Team
Family Abuse Center is currently hiring for a full-time Rural Advocate. Interested individuals can email a cover letter and resume to Micah Titterington at Outreach@familyabusecenter.org
https://www.familyabusecenter.org/blog/rural-legal-advocate/
https://www.familyabusecenter.org/blog/rural-legal-advocate/
Lily, a character introduced seven years ago to address child hunger, returns. This time her family does not have a place to live.
When Days Aren’t So Sunny: Sesame Street Takes on Homelessness
Lily, a character introduced seven years ago to address child hunger, returns. This time her family does not have a place to live.
nytimes.com