In this Illinois Times article, our Executive Director Josh Sabo outlines how increasing housing costs and limited availability are driving homelessness in Sangamon County. Drawing on local data and national research, the article explains why housing affordability, not individual circumstances alone, is the most significant factor influencing homelessness, and why communities must invest in solutions that prevent housing loss and expand affordable options.

Improving housing stability doesn’t just reduce homelessness, it strengthens the entire community by allowing people to focus on health, work, family, and long-term stability.

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