There are many times more empty homes than homeless in the US. Part of the problem though is that there are not always homes where they are needed.
Let me be clear, as I have worked on homeless task forces and I deal with the homeless on a regular basis. We, as a society, choose to allow homelessness because it serves our system. I believe it is wrong, but there is no denying not only do most people not care, but they feel that homelessness is a problem for the individual.
I would encourage people to explore Housing First which is essentially what you are saying. It offers solid and proven policies to tackle homelessness in your community.
There are many times more empty homes than homeless in the US. Part of the problem though is that there are not always homes where they are needed.
Let me be clear, as I have worked on homeless task forces and I deal with the homeless on a regular basis. We, as a society, choose to allow homelessness because it serves our system. I believe it is wrong, but there is no denying not only do most people not care, but they feel that homelessness is a problem for the individual.
I would encourage people to explore Housing First which is essentially what you are saying. It offers solid and proven policies to tackle homelessness in your community.