09/19/2011
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"A key element of combatting homelessness is supportive housing or housing paired with supportive services, such as treatment for health conditions and substance use disorders."
"I am glad to hear that access to supportive housing is a core element of the plan. We look forward to working with you on those services."
"I worry that if we see a weakening of our core Federal housing programs what we are going to see is an increase in the homelessness situation that people will face."
"HUD's most recent Annual Homelessness Assessment Report, or AHAR, shows that the number of individuals experiencing chronic homelessness has continued to increase."