Volunteers Needed for January Homeless Point-in-Time Counts

Cities across the United States, including Passaic County, Lake Elsinore, Phoenix, and Salt Lake County, are organizing annual Point-in-Time (PIT) counts to document the number of people experiencing homelessness. These counts, typically held in January, are critical for securing state and federal funding and addressing homelessness through improved resources and services. In Passaic County, volunteers are being trained via Zoom sessions to assist with the count, emphasizing community involvement to better understand and address homelessness challenges. Lake Elsinore's count aims to address a growing public health crisis, with the initiative starting early in the morning. In Phoenix and Salt Lake County, officials are actively recruiting volunteers to help with the counts, highlighting the importance of accurate data for effective policy-making. These efforts underscore the vital role of community engagement in tackling homelessness and the necessity of comprehensive data collection to secure funding and develop solutions.