While homelessness can be viewed as a social issue, there are also clear economic factors that contribute to the problem. As an economic problem, it demands an economic solution.
Read the “The Economics of Homelessness” thought piece to learn more about the way economics contributes to people being unhoused and why ending homelessness is an economic benefit to the community. This article introduces Lex End Homelessness (LEH)’s donation campaign to raise funds to end homelessness.
Tag: Homelessness
Dena’s Story: A Survivor’s Search for Security
Dena Vincent is a forty-seven year old single mother, a survivor of domestic abuse, an addict in recovery, and as of April 2021, experiencing homelessness. Dena was born in Lexington but grew up in Nicholasville, Kentucky. She moved back to Lexington as an adult, but an abusive relationship catalyzed her addiction to drugs and alcohol.… Continue reading Dena’s Story: A Survivor’s Search for Security
Exploring our Housing Crisis Response System
Lex End Homelessness’ comprehensive crisis response system means that partners are working together to effectively and efficiently ensure safe, stable, and affordable housing for all. Read the “Exploring our Housing Crisis Response System” thought piece to learn more about how this process works, who is involved, and what positive outcomes this system has on homelessness in our community.
Understanding Barriers to Ending Homelessness
Ending homelessness begins by confronting structural barriers, such as confusing and fragmented systems, a lack of resources, and taking a “one size fits all” approach. Read the “Understanding Barriers to Ending Homelessness” thought piece to learn more about these challenges and to learn how Lex End Homelessness (LEH) is using a data-driven approach to ending and preventing homelessness for all.
Bernard’s Story: Waking Up is a Blessing
Bernard Johnson, a forty-six year old native Lexingtonian, first experienced homelessness as a young child. After struggling with undiagnosed mental illness, Bernard was eventually able to receive comprehensive support from New Beginnings to secure housing and counseling. Read Bernard’s story to learn how critical local support is from our Continuum of Care partners in helping him to thrive.
About us: Lex End Homelessness (LEH)
Homelessness is caused when a person lacks access to a support system to remain housed during times of crisis–the types of crises that can affect anyone.