In Gresham, there is an abundance of homeless people. For decades, we have battled this problem with many different solutions, none have made a significant different. “The geographic distribution of homelessness remained relatively unchanged from 2013, except in one area: Gresham/East County. In that area, the reported number of people who were unsheltered (sleeping outside, in parks and other areas not intended for human habitation) increased significantly, from just 65 in 2013 to 176 this year.” (Homeless Statistics). Shelters, soup kitchens, supportive housing, all these have been tried. If we want the homeless population in Gresham to decrease, then we need a permanent solution.
Many hold the belief that we should donate money, food, and
Many hold the belief that we should donate money, food, and