Point In Time Count Shows Jump In HR County Homeless Numbers

The recently released preliminary data from Mid-Columbia Community Action’s Point In Time count of homeless people in January showed a 56 percent increase in the number of people in that position in Hood River County compared to 2022.  Community Action Executive Director Kenny LaPoint says improved counting methods are one reason for the increase, but he also notes Hood River County doesn’t have the amount of resources that are available in Wasco County.  He notes there is only a seasonal shelter available in Hood River County, compared to a year-round shelter in Wasco County.  LaPoint said his organization has looked for property in Hood River County to establish a navigation center for housing services similar to what Community Action is currently developing in The Dalles.

 

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