#housing-insecurity

[ follow ]
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Thousands of Cal State students require housing. But can the university system meet the need?

Housing serves as a major barrier for low-income students throughout the California State University system, with recent estimates indicating it accounts for half the cost of attendance.
California
#college-students
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Animal Care Centers of NYC not accepting pet surrenders due to record capacity

Animal Care Centers of NYC reports a record high of over 1,000 animals in its care, prompting a suspension of new intake for dogs and cats.
Pets
#tenant-protection
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

'Prove the haters wrong': How one California community college student strives to overcome homelessness

Jakob Conry's journey as a college student illustrates the challenges faced by many community college students in California who struggle with housing insecurity.
SF parents
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I visited the site of Disney's first affordable housing development. Here's what I found.

Disney has stated that the 'critical' need for affordable housing units prompted it to pursue the project, as many residents are struggling with housing insecurity.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trading Mere Survival for a Chance at Stability

Da'Monya Cavitt, at 29, ready for stability, transitions from a cycle of low-wage jobs to a competitive apprenticeship program, seeking a sustainable career and home ownership.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
3 months ago

College Offers Free Housing, Meals for Dependents of Students

For decades, Wilson College in Pennsylvania has offered special housing to single parents enrolled at the institution, alleviating financial barriers to on-campus living and providing greater access to educational resources.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

A boomer struggled on $1,764 monthly in Social Security until she moved into a trailer to work at America's parks: 'It literally saved me'

Lisa Williams found a new life through work camping in national and state parks after facing housing insecurity.
[ Load more ]