Homeward

We now have a more mobile-phone friendly way to quickly search for housing and homelessness resources in our region! Our Bitly page will be linked/pinned on our social pages. https://bit.ly/m/Homeward

In honor of Social Work Month, we're highlighting Homeward's Coalition Support Intern and current MSW student, Ainsley Miller! We asked her about the connections she sees between social work and homeless services: "As social work students, we learn the importance of understanding both the person and the environment they are surrounded by. So, rather than seeing your client as a list of symptoms and issues to be solved, you ask, 'What brought you to this point of crisis? How is your environment impacting you?' Housing is one of the most crucial aspects of your environment. If you don’t have a reliable roof over your head, a sense of safety and stability at home, it makes it much more difficult to be successful in every other area of your life." Read the full interview: https://lnkd.in/d9Ak2iVz And be sure to thank a social worker! #HomewardVA #socialworkmonth #endhomelessness #compassioninaction

VCU College of Health Professions received nearly $1 million to create an elder justice shelter in Richmond, supporting older adults facing abuse or neglect. Homeward, alongside The SPAN Center, CARITAS, and No Wrong Door Virginia, is proud to join this effort to provide safe housing and resources for vulnerable seniors. Recently partners of this initiative, including Homeward's Lived Expertise and Referral Coordinator Choice East, met at Dominion Place, a low-income apartment community for adults 62+ and those with disabilities. #HomewardVa #endhomelessness #ElderJustice

These infographics show how The Greater Richmond Continuum of Care's Homeless Connection Line and Emergency Shelters fit into a bigger community response to homelessness. Learn more about the GRCoC's work and how you can support these efforts: www.endhomelessnessrva.org

Homeward was at the National Alliance to End Homelessness conference in LA a few weeks ago. We are always grateful for the opportunity to connect, share insights, collaborate, and learn with others around the country who are invested in the work to end homelessness. #naeh2025 #HomewardVa #endhomelessness

I am delighted to work with Homeward and other organizations serving young people experiencing homelessness on this project! We have an exciting paid opportunity for young people, that I would love for you to share with your networks. Please share! More info below. Get paid to help solve youth homelessness in the Richmond area! $150 per meeting. Youth 18-24 who have been homeless - apply to Greater Richmond's Youth Action Board by Wed. 3/26/25. https://lnkd.in/enB-DSV2 What is YAB? The YAB is a group of young people who inform GRCoC policies and services related to youth homelessness. Who Can Join? Youth ages 18-24 who have experienced homelessness (couch surfing, motels, shelters, etc.) and live in the Richmond area. What do YAB Members Do? Attend quarterly meetings to learn about and help solve youth homelessness. Why Join? Members are paid $150 (before tax) per meeting to help solve youth homelessness. Youth will also network with professionals and develop leadership skills. Lunch provided at all meetings.

Tomorrow is #internationalwomensday! We honor the incredible women of Homeward, and all the women who are working to solve homelessness in our community. From frontline outreach to advocacy, case management to leadership, their compassion and dedication make an impact every single day. We all benefit from being or knowing strong, amazing women. #HomewardVa #endhomelessness #internationalwomensday

Homeward's Point in Time count found 660 people experiencing homelessness in January, down slightly from last year's total of 681. About 45% of people experiencing homelessness were older than 55. Full story: https://lnkd.in/e9cc4NHe

Homeward today released data from the January 2025 Point in Time (PIT) count, which shows that a significant number of individuals and families continue to experience homelessness in the Richmond region. Lack of housing and economic hardship remain persistent challenges and driving factors for the elevated rates of homelessness in Central Virginia. Dive into the numbers here: https://lnkd.in/eqS2YGRD #HomewardVA #endhomelessness

The VCU College of Health Professions has been awarded nearly $1 million to establish an elder justice shelter in the Richmond area that includes supporting older adults who have experienced abuse or neglect. Homeward is proud to be part of this initiative that will work to ensure safe housing and resources for vulnerable seniors in our community. #ElderJustice #communitysupport #HomewardVa https://lnkd.in/eGNisRYi