Permanent supportive housing offers a solution to chronic homelessness in the U.S., providing affordable living spaces alongside essential on-site social services. Originating in New York City during the late 1970s, this model emerged in response to issues stemming from the deinstitutionalization of mental health facilities and rising housing costs. Currently, approximately 400,000 individuals, including over 40,000 in New York City, benefit from this type of housing, which is a critical component of the federally endorsed Housing First initiative. Residents receive extensive support, including case management and access to health services, ensuring long-term stability.
For Americans on the brink of chronic homelessness, permanent supportive housing provides not just shelter, but crucial social services that foster long-term stability.
Since the 1970s, supportive housing has become a vital policy for addressing homelessness, specifically following mass deinstitutionalization and the loss of affordable housing.
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