The 2024 count in Los Angeles showed the effects of programs moving homeless individuals from encampments to temporary housing, resulting in a more significant number experiencing homelessness indoors with better access to basic services.
While the overall percentage decrease in homelessness was not statistically significant, there was a notable reduction in unsheltered populations, indicating potential progress in addressing street homelessness.
Jennifer Hark Dietz referred to the decrease in homelessness as an unqualified win, demonstrating that targeted investments in programs can lead to tangible reductions in the number of people living on the streets.
Paul Rubenstein expressed cautious optimism about the direction of homelessness in LA County based on the recent count numbers, highlighting a positive shift towards housing individuals in safer environments with essential amenities.
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