Chelsea Haring-Cozzi leads one of Indy’s leading homelessness organizations.
Tag: homeless community
Posted inGovernment
New housing project offers stability for foster youth aging out of care
The development will offer a lifeline to young adults exiting the foster care system — a group at risk of homelessness and housing instability.
Posted inNeighborhoods
This program wants to help formerly homeless people ‘own their story’
‘Speak Up!’ pairs coaches with people who have been homeless but now live in permanent housing.
Posted inEducation
Indy nonprofit hopes to brighten education for kids facing housing insecurity
Brightlane Learning is recruiting tutors as it expands its reach working with older students.
Posted inGovernment
Homeless advocates oppose Indiana bill to criminalize sidewalk camping
The bill received wide disapproval in committee despite a proposed amendment to walks back certain provisions.
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City cuts low-barrier homeless shelter occupancy to 150
The city likely will have less money to build the shelter after a state law change.
Posted inResources
Indianapolis homeless guide to shelter and other resources
This includes some essential information if you’re homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
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Supporters for new homeless shelter outnumber dissenters at neighborhood meeting
The city already has purchased land for the site in Fountain Square.
Posted inArts & Culture
Using storytelling to advocate for homeless residents
A new effort will connect creatives with people who have been homeless to offer a new take on advocacy.
Posted inGovernment
Indianapolis homeless shelter won’t open for at least 2 years
The shelter will include wraparound services and a short-term leasing program.
