News and Updates
Stay informed about the latest developments in our efforts to end homelessness in Anchorage. Here, you'll find updates on our programs, community initiatives, success stories, and ways you can get involved. Together, we can create lasting change and provide stable housing solutions for all. Visit regularly or subscribe to our monthly newsletter to see how we are making a difference and how you can contribute to our mission.
Like and follow! Click an image below to view the Instagram post.
This day, we are thankful for colleagues committed to helping our community. A hearty meal and a chance for conversation and companionship means a lot, to all of us.
Our offices will be closed on Thanksgiving and on Friday, Nov. 29. We reopen Monday.
👉Outreach Pop-Up Event!👈
Unsheltered neighbors can connect with resources and support this WEDNESDAY, noon to 3:30 p.m., at Davis Park, 5081 Mountain View Drive. Our team and partners provide essentials such as Coordinated Entry - housing needs assessment, snacks, first aid etc.
No pop-up on Thursday due to Thanksgiving. Those in need have their pick of Thanksgiving meals including from the Mountain View Shell station. See list!
#StreetOutreachinANC #Thankfulforpartners
Hard work to end homelessness happens every day at nonprofits around the country. Yet sometimes the helpers, especially those of color, don't make enough to cover their own basic needs, including housing.
What can be done? Fair salaries are a start.
New study by @naeh_endhomelessness reveals the startling statistics and offers solutions. Link in our bio or here: https://endhomelessness.org/resource/race-ing-to-thrive-homeless-service-workforce-survey-reveals-low-salaries-and-other-challenges-more-greatly-impact-people-of-color/
#HomelessnessIsSolvable #HelpersAreHeroes
🥧 Warmth, connection and a meal on Thanksgiving!🍗
Our community steps up to provide a fulfilling holiday for those most in need.
Thank you to these organizations and businesses that are serving up free meals. Know of another community meal? Share in the comments!
Special shoutout to the @foodbankofalaska and its partners for distributing complete meals to make at home. Details here: https://foodbankofalaska.org/blessing/
#ThanksgivingBlessing
For the first time, our community is using a by-name list prioritizing those who are most vulnerable for entry into cold weather shelter.
It's working. Almost all of the 325 people who stayed in cold weather shelter during the first three weeks had at least one disability, and half had three or more disabilities.
Thanks to @anchoragedailynews for taking a close look: https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2024/11/21/winter-shelters-are-full-anchorage-officials-say-theyre-working-to-open-more/
Our community gives back!
The @foodbankofalaska is holding its annual Thanksgiving Blessing in Anchorage on *Monday* to provide everything needed to cook a complete Thanksgiving meal for those with a full kitchen. Volunteers needed, too! Click here for more information: https://foodbankofalaska.org/blessing/
#Gratitude #HelpOurNeighbors #FoodForAll
📢 National Homelessness Awareness Month: Anchorage's Unique Challenges
While homelessness is a nationwide crisis, Anchorage faces distinct challenges: Long, cold, snowy winters. Geographic isolation. High housing costs and low vacancy rates.
Anchored Home, Anchorage's 5-year plan to solve homelessness, focuses on proven strategies and sustainable housing solutions. Help us address homelessness in our community.
👀Learn more at aceh.org/anchored-home.
🙏Volunteer at aceh.org/volunteer.
#HomelessnessAwarenessMonth #SolveHomelessnessAnchorage
A community dinner and better understanding!
Join our own Meg Zaletel and Jessica Parks and @cssalaska CEO Robin Dempsey this FRIDAY for the UAA Hunger and Homelessness Support Network dinner and roundtable in honor of National Homelessness Awareness Month. Community event focused on solutions! $10 donation for dinner suggested but not required. Submit questions ahead of time here: https://www.seawolfdining.com/ Thank you, @seawolfdining!
#HomelessnessAwareness #HomelessnessIsSolvable #HousingIsTheAnswer
For more than 20 years, Anchorage’s main shelter serving domestic violence survivors also has not only provided safety in the moment, but has helped clients transition to stable housing.
@awaic is essential to the Anchorage Continuum of Care. Read more: https://www.aceh.org/news/awaic-provides-a-path-to-housing
#SafeHousing
Make-a-kit at home
Hosting a kit-making party is a fun and impactful way to gather friends and family while supporting neighbors experiencing homelessness.