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Homelessness Reduced by Half in Colorado Town

Carolyn Presutti

March 20, 2023 |

Voice of America (VOA) |

Multi-Media |

3-5 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Colorado Springs, Colorado

The Springs Rescue Mission is a homeless shelter that provides care and resources from food and shelter to job and skill training. The Springs Rescue Mission, alongside similar local groups, has reduced homelessness in the area by 50% and 30% of those who go through the program’s job training leave with the skills necessary to get a job and live independently.

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