The Boston Globe has published “Securing an ID should not pose yet another barrier,” a letter by Joe Finn, MHSA President & Executive Director, on barriers faced by those unable to obtain IDs. It is important that all of us, regardless of financial circumstances, have the ability to access housing, services, and the public spaces where…
Today, Spare Change News has published “Triage Tool Uses Health Care Info to House Homeless With Better Support Systems,” an article by Kiera Murray that highlights how MHSA is targeting and housing chronically homeless individuals who are high utilizers of emergency services. “[MHSA’s] triage and assessment tool is essential to provide an objective ranking to…
Telegram & Gazette has recently published an article that discusses a meeting about chronic homelessness with Worcester City Manager Edward M. Augustus, Jr.; Dennis Culhane, a professor of social policy at the University of Pennsylvania; and Joe Finn, MHSA President & Executive Director. MHSA commends City Manager Augustus for his efforts to reduce chronic homelessness through Home…
The Daily Item has published an article that highlights a Mathematica Policy Research study demonstrating how MHSA has created a new tool that uses data to further our mission to end homelessness. “The Mathematica study confirmed our own beliefs that this is an effective tool in triaging chronically homeless persons into housing. We look forward to…
Today, WBUR published an article about the City of Boston’s most recent housing surge, where the Boston Housing Authority had set aside 56 apartments for people like Lenny who have experienced chronic homelessness. MHSA staff was thrilled to participate in the surge and witness the joy that comes with finding a home. Read the full article.
Mathematica Policy Research has created a new study that explores how MHSA is developing Housing First best practices for identifying and targeting high utilizers of emergency services among chronically homeless individuals. Author James Mabli, Associate Director at Mathematica, explains the study “synthesized two core components of the work we do each day at Mathematica: producing high…
Those Who Can for Those In Need is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping those with challenging life issue needs in the Boston and North Shore areas by informing and connecting them with those who provide important services for children, the elderly, low income, the homeless, and those who have lost a loved one. The organization…
Metro Boston has published “Walsh launches efforts to end youth homelessness in Boston,” which highlights an action that Walsh said “moves Boston closer to ensuring each and every one of our young people has a stable home that allows them to work towards a better life.” MHSA commends the City of Boston and Mayor Marty Walsh…
On October 23, 2017, Brynn Elliott will perform at Brighton Music Hall. Doors open at 6pm and the concert starts at 7pm. The event is open to all ages, and tickets are $10 each. A portion of proceeds will benefit Y2Y Harvard Square, a student-run overnight shelter that provides a safe and affirming environment for young…
In today’s blog post, Ndindam Ndiwane reflects on his experiences volunteering at MHSA and contributing to the organization’s mission to end homelessness in the Commonwealth. Pictured above, Ndindam (left) advocates for affordable housing at CHAPA’s “Our Voices, Our Homes” rally on July 31, 2017. How did you become interested in volunteering for MHSA? My friend…