In an innovative effort to combat its severe homelessness crisis, particularly among youth without families, Oregon has implemented an unconventional approach – providing some unaccompanied homeless individuals aged 18 to 24 with direct monthly cash payments of $1,000.
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Credit: DepositPhotos The Oregon Department of Human Services launched the Direct Cash Transfer Plus Pilot in February 2022.As outlined in a state report on youth homelessness, the program specifically targets those aged 18 to 24 who are experiencing homelessness but have a stated “intention to become housed.” Participant Numbers Credit: DepositPhotos Thus far, the pioneering […]
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