Mental health pilot for the chronically homeless shows signs of success on unrelenting issue
In the litany of mental health initiatives being tested to solve one of the city’s most persistent issues, at least one is showing early signs of success. A pilot program focused on transitioning homeless people from intensive street outreach programs into more stable community-based services is producing promising results, according to data shared with Crain’s. Click […]
How Nonprofits Can Identify And Manage Virtual Volunteer Opportunities
Conduct surveys to gauge interest. Volunteers are largely happy to help and support. However, they need to be approached with opportunities that are attractive, seamless and meaningful. – Brandi Horton, Institute for Community Living (ICL) Click here to read more
Mental Health Intervention Can Save Lives
To the Editor: Re “The Voices in His Head Kept Coming Back. Then a Boy Was Killed” (news article, Jan. 23): This tragedy underscores the devastating consequences of failing to intervene early and effectively when someone is in crisis. The right support at the right time might have prevented this outcome. Click here to read […]
