Housing First is an evidence-based approach to tackling homelessness, emphasizing that stable housing is essential for personal stability. This model, which has gained bipartisan support, saves money and lives by providing immediate housing access and combining it with necessary social support services. Many individuals experiencing homelessness also contend with mental health and substance use issues, which diminish in severity when they have stable housing. Research indicates that Housing First results in reduced homelessness and crime, while boosting employment and income among participants, showing tangible savings within 18 months. Furthermore, it has significantly decreased veterans' homelessness by 50% between 2010 and 2023.
Housing First' has proven effective in combating homelessness by providing immediate housing, which facilitates access to supports that address mental illness and substance use disorders.
Housing First' significantly reduces homelessness and crime while increasing employment and income, leading to overall cost savings within just 18 months.
The model has received bipartisan support, primarily due to its proven outcomes, including a reported 50 percent decrease in veterans' homelessness from 2010 to 2023.
Unlike traditional treatment programs, Housing First' offers a flexible, humane approach that prioritizes housing as a critical tool for stability and recovery.
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