Author name: Rachel Lampert

By Rachel Lampert Governor of California Gavin Newsom has made the idea of tackling homelessness one of his main priorities. Homelessness in California has continued to be frequent. Dan Walters – CalMatters writes, “Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislators have spent many billions of dollars on homelessness, but the number of unhoused Californians has continued to …

An Understanding of the Governor of California’s Homelessness Strategy Read More »

By Rachel Lampert The state of California is no stranger when it comes to homelessness. Unfortunately, many individuals are not kept off the streets. An Army Veteran by the name of Robert Brown was experiencing homelessness that spanned decades. His condition involved a damaged disk within his spine and nerve pain through to his thigh. …

Benefits of Keeping Active During Trying Times Read More »

By Rachel Lampert Being charged with a purpose could have major effects on someone. Especially if someone is experiencing homelessness, this is something that needs to be taken into account. A gentleman by the name of Wickey Two Hands, who is 77 years old, has been experiencing homelessness. In fact, according to Marisa Kendall – …

Results of Being Homeless: How Does Being Arrested Affect You? Read More »

By Rachel Lampert Housing plays a major role in all aspects of the world. The state of Oregon has been facing a Supreme Court ruling to implement those who are unhoused as well as camping bans, specifically within the guidelines and regulations. Claire Rush, Associated Press says. “Last June’s Supreme Court ruling made the southern …

Housing Campgrounds and Supreme Court Rulings Read More »

By Rachel Lampert Southern California has just experienced some of the most catastrophic wildfires causing areas within Los Angeles County to ruin. Streets, businesses, homes, and the individuals who have lost their lives result in dealing with the devastating aftermath of these conditions. As there have been several fires throughout Los Angeles. LAist – Marisa …

Southern California Wildfires Affect Homelessness Population in LA Read More »

By Rachel Lampert Since the devastation of the recent Southern California fires which have burned around 40,000 acres. Has seen tragic losses from all over the state itself. CAL Matters – Jeremia Kimelman and John Osborn D’Agostino report. “The fires sweeping across Los Angeles County for the past week have burned more than 40,000 acres, …

State Attorney General Investigates Price Surcharging Read More »

By Rachel Lampert Some residents in the state of California feel concerned about election results being called earlier than expected. This then causes ideas of where some individuals stand. Raising Los Angeles County’s sales tax to provide support for efforts toward those who are unhoused is at a standstill. Ballot resource webpage – Ballotpeida says. …

California in Midst of Raising Taxes for the Unhoused Read More »

By Rachel Lampert California has seen the ups and downs of managing unhoused communities. In this upcoming election, voters will have the opportunity to decide if there should be an option to grant cities and counties more manageable rent. According to – Vanessa Rancaño (West Coast stations and Q.E.D.) “Proposition 33 would repeal a 1995 …

Rent Stabilization Returns to California’s Ballot Read More »

By Rachel Lampert Proposition 5 could have drastic upcoming results. The main voter guide for Prop 5 says, “Allows local bonds for affordable housing and public Infrastructure With 55% Voter Approval. Legislative Constitutional Amendment.” Therefore, this proposition could cover many aspects. If the proposition is passed by the state of California, this would have the …

Major Proposition Changes Housing Ahead Read More »

By Rachel Lampert California is unhoused and homelessness programs are dealing with a major issue. These services are not receiving their money on time which is causing delays. Organizations in California including nonprofits are an essential part of combating these problems. Nonprofits provide food, clothes, pay rent for their clients, and basic needs in order …

Payments to Nonprofits in California at a Standstill Read More »