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#foster-care
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Opinion: How 800 Homes in Desirable Communities Could Disrupt a System-to -Homelessness Pipeline

Providing stable housing for youth aging out of foster care can significantly reduce homelessness and empower them towards better life outcomes.
Parenting
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Denied a day's pampering because of the expense, dispatched with boxes of dirty clothes: The harrowing neglect of Grace, a severely disabled young girl

Grace's experience in the foster care system raises concerns about the adequacy of care and accountability.
The Farrelly Commission's extensive report fails to provide clear answers.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
SF politics

Affordable apartment complex for foster youth opens in downtown San Jose

A new affordable housing initiative in San Jose aids young adults transitioning from foster care by providing supportive living spaces.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Opinion: How 800 Homes in Desirable Communities Could Disrupt a System-to -Homelessness Pipeline

Providing stable housing for youth aging out of foster care can significantly reduce homelessness and empower them towards better life outcomes.
Parenting
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Denied a day's pampering because of the expense, dispatched with boxes of dirty clothes: The harrowing neglect of Grace, a severely disabled young girl

Grace's experience in the foster care system raises concerns about the adequacy of care and accountability.
The Farrelly Commission's extensive report fails to provide clear answers.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
SF politics

Affordable apartment complex for foster youth opens in downtown San Jose

A new affordable housing initiative in San Jose aids young adults transitioning from foster care by providing supportive living spaces.
more#foster-care
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromCity & State NY
2 days ago

Eric Adams to prioritize supportive housing in upcoming NYC budget

Revamping supportive housing in NYC to create 6,000 congregate apartments with on-site services by 2028.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

FIRST ON amNY: Adams admin releases $5.4 billion in advance payments to nonprofit providers | amNewYork

New York City is advancing $5.4 billion to nonprofits to improve financial stability and relationships.
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

'Last-resort' agency for older NYers faces lawmaker scrutiny after Gothamist reporting

New York City's Adult Protective Services is rejecting a growing number of vulnerability assistance referrals, causing concern among lawmakers.
NYC politics
fromCity & State NY
2 days ago

Eric Adams to prioritize supportive housing in upcoming NYC budget

Revamping supportive housing in NYC to create 6,000 congregate apartments with on-site services by 2028.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

FIRST ON amNY: Adams admin releases $5.4 billion in advance payments to nonprofit providers | amNewYork

New York City is advancing $5.4 billion to nonprofits to improve financial stability and relationships.
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

'Last-resort' agency for older NYers faces lawmaker scrutiny after Gothamist reporting

New York City's Adult Protective Services is rejecting a growing number of vulnerability assistance referrals, causing concern among lawmakers.
more#new-york-city
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Democrats Plan to Capitalize as G.O.P. Begins Outlining Spending Cuts

Democrats aim to leverage Republican fiscal policies as opportunities to critique significant budget cuts affecting essential services.
#homelessness
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago
San Francisco

Should each SF district be required to have a homeless shelter? Here's a new proposal

A new legislation proposal in San Francisco aims to spread homelessness services by mandating each district build at least one shelter by 2026.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago
Germany news

Overnight Shelter Lotte-Branz-Strasse / Hild und K

Munich's new shelter enhances support services for the homeless, evolving from basic overnight accommodation to comprehensive care.
fromFlowingData
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

Visualized plans to reduce homelessness

Crankstart's Streets to Stability report outlines 12 recommendations to reduce homelessness in San Francisco, emphasizing accountability and service clarity.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago
Los Angeles

L.A. homeless agency posted solid numbers last year. Now it's under fire from all sides

LAHSA faces criticism despite reporting a 10% reduction in unsheltered homelessness, with restructuring plans under discussion.
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago
Mission District

An 'oligarch' who plans to 'lead through tyranny:' Supervisor Walton unloads on Mayor Lurie

Mayor Lurie expands homelessness capacity in Bayview, igniting backlash from Supervisor Walton over community concerns and service concentration.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

Should each SF district be required to have a homeless shelter? Here's a new proposal

A new legislation proposal in San Francisco aims to spread homelessness services by mandating each district build at least one shelter by 2026.
Germany news
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Overnight Shelter Lotte-Branz-Strasse / Hild und K

Munich's new shelter enhances support services for the homeless, evolving from basic overnight accommodation to comprehensive care.
San Francisco
fromFlowingData
3 weeks ago

Visualized plans to reduce homelessness

Crankstart's Streets to Stability report outlines 12 recommendations to reduce homelessness in San Francisco, emphasizing accountability and service clarity.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago
Los Angeles

L.A. homeless agency posted solid numbers last year. Now it's under fire from all sides

LAHSA faces criticism despite reporting a 10% reduction in unsheltered homelessness, with restructuring plans under discussion.
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago
Mission District

An 'oligarch' who plans to 'lead through tyranny:' Supervisor Walton unloads on Mayor Lurie

Mayor Lurie expands homelessness capacity in Bayview, igniting backlash from Supervisor Walton over community concerns and service concentration.
more#homelessness
#medicaid
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

States push Medicaid work rules, but few programs help enrollees find jobs

Medicaid can provide essential support in helping individuals gain employment and stability, but such cases are uncommon.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Few Programs Linked to Medicaid Work Requirements Help Enrollees Find Jobs

Medicaid work requirements could potentially help some, but most enrollees already have jobs and may face increased risks of losing Medicaid.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

States push Medicaid work rules, but few programs help enrollees find jobs

Medicaid can provide essential support in helping individuals gain employment and stability, but such cases are uncommon.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Few Programs Linked to Medicaid Work Requirements Help Enrollees Find Jobs

Medicaid work requirements could potentially help some, but most enrollees already have jobs and may face increased risks of losing Medicaid.
more#medicaid
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

The UK's grooming gang' scandal is about race, class and misogyny

Grooming gangs target vulnerable young girls, overlooked by authorities who judge rather than help victims.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Forgoing Oversight, Republicans Resort to Personal Appeals to Head Off DOGE Cuts

Rep. Tom Cole acted swiftly to protect vital services in Oklahoma, highlighting the conflict between public support for cuts and private advocacy for local needs.
#child-welfare
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Editorial: Accountability for baby Phoenix fentanyl death still lacking after two years

The County Board of Supervisors must be held accountable for the child welfare system's failures that led to baby Phoenix's death.
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Meet the Ilford woman who has fostered hundreds of children for more than 30 years

Shagufta Asam has fostered hundreds of children over 33 years, leading to her MBE recognition for her contributions to social services.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
London

I can't sleep, I'm terrified': the rise in mothers having their babies taken away within days of giving birth in England

Mothers face overwhelming legal challenges immediately after childbirth, often without adequate support, leading to increased care proceedings.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

New children's home to be built in Surbiton to meet spiralling demand

Kingston Council is constructing a children's home to meet rising demand for local placements and improve care outcomes.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Editorial: Accountability for baby Phoenix fentanyl death still lacking after two years

The County Board of Supervisors must be held accountable for the child welfare system's failures that led to baby Phoenix's death.
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Meet the Ilford woman who has fostered hundreds of children for more than 30 years

Shagufta Asam has fostered hundreds of children over 33 years, leading to her MBE recognition for her contributions to social services.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
London

I can't sleep, I'm terrified': the rise in mothers having their babies taken away within days of giving birth in England

Mothers face overwhelming legal challenges immediately after childbirth, often without adequate support, leading to increased care proceedings.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

New children's home to be built in Surbiton to meet spiralling demand

Kingston Council is constructing a children's home to meet rising demand for local placements and improve care outcomes.
more#child-welfare
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

What Trump's Big Budget Cuts Could Mean for New York

Proposed federal spending cuts could drastically affect New York's finances, threatening health care and social services for millions of residents.
Portland
fromPortlandTribune.com
2 months ago

Multnomah Count faces homeless funding crisis

Multnomah County's Homeless Services Department faces a $104 million budget shortfall, a 25% reduction impacting services for the homeless.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
New York City

Elderly woman with dementia forced to spend thousands on care gets apology from London council

Merton Council's failure to assess an elderly woman's care needs resulted in financial burden and stress for her family.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Disabled south London council tenant blocked from using kitchen for months

Southwark Council failed to address the urgent needs of a tenant requiring kitchen adaptations for 11 months.
fromwww.guardian-series.co.uk
2 months ago
New York City

Council must consider disciplining social workers over 'horrific' death - coroner

Authorities failed to respond adequately to concerns about Joan and Tracey Turnell's care, leading to a tragic outcome.
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Save our centre': Hundreds turn out at town hall protest against charity funding cut

Redbridge Council's funding cut to DAWN sparked significant community protest, highlighting the importance of the service to Ilford's Asian community.
#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Order to pause federal spending creates deep uncertainty for schools, nonprofits and companies.

Trump's order aims to eliminate federal spending on programs counter to his ideological beliefs.
The halt in funding has immediate practical implications for essential services across the country.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Nonprofits Fear Federal Grants Freeze Could Stop Critical Charity Work

Federal funding freeze causing panic among nonprofits and vulnerable groups reliant on government assistance.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Order to pause federal spending creates deep uncertainty for schools, nonprofits and companies.

Trump's order aims to eliminate federal spending on programs counter to his ideological beliefs.
The halt in funding has immediate practical implications for essential services across the country.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Nonprofits Fear Federal Grants Freeze Could Stop Critical Charity Work

Federal funding freeze causing panic among nonprofits and vulnerable groups reliant on government assistance.
more#trump-administration
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Croydon man who had stroke while living in Spain 'desperate' to come home

Hannah struggles to manage her father's care due to heavy demands and insufficient support after his stroke in Spain.
fromThe Nation
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why Won't the Federal Government Reimburse People Whose Food Stamps are Stolen?

EBT theft severely impacts low-income families, with California reporting $15 million stolen monthly and reimbursement funds cut.
from48 hills
3 months ago
SF politics

Lurie gives an inaugural address that is almost entirely about drugs and crime - 48 hills

Lurie's focus on crime and drugs during his inaugural address overshadowed other critical issues like housing and education.
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

The subway fire slay proves NYC must stop coddling criminals

Criminal justice reform has failed to address the needs of victims and effectively manage repeat offenders, leading to tragic consequences.
New York City
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | Migrant crisis spurred nearly 3 million overtime hours for two NYC agencies- costing taxpayers $139M

The migrant crisis has led to record overtime hours for city workers, particularly in Social Services and Homeless Services.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago

In states that ban abortion, social safety net programs often fail families

Tennessee faces criticism for inadequate social services and maternal support for women, especially following strict abortion bans.
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