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Jolene's Story

I really remember what happened. It was October 18th of this last year. I don’t know if I was walking across the street, or standing with a sign, I...
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Harm reduction and medication-assisted treatment: What is it? Why does it work?

Fastening a seatbelt before driving a vehicle, applying sunscreen before a day at the beach, and putting on a helmet before riding a bicycle are...
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Interview with Javier A. Aguero, IT and MIS Director at Pathways to Housing

Javier A. Aguero has a BSc, MSc in Information Technology Leadership and an MBA. He is an IT and MIS Director for Pathways to Housing PA in...
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Housing First is a human right

Let's start simple: What is Housing First?

Our most basic needs for survival are food, water, warmth, and rest, but a person is only able to maintain these things if they first have safety and...
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Independence recognizes outstanding nurses

Independence will highlight seven finalists in the coming weeks at ibx.com/nurses and on social media. They are Micah Maxon, emergency department...
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The 3rd Annual Chair Affair

On April 25, 2019, The 3rd Annual Chair Affair took place at Moore College. This unique event showcased the teamwork and creativity of prominent local...
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Don’t underestimate the importance of furniture

As you’ve probably heard, Philadelphia has a 26% poverty rate — one of the highest in the nation; in fact, we have the distinction of being the...
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This organization has an 85% housing retention rate

For more than a year, Jolene* was living on Emerald Street in the encampment at the intersection of Emerald and Lehigh Avenue. She felt that the...
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NKCDC is incorporating trauma-informed practices into its work

Matt Tice has some insight into the problem as the director of clinical services at Pathways to Housing PA, a nonprofit that also works in Kensington...
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Chris receives Social Innovations Journal Award

Our fearless leader, Christine Simiriglia, was recognized by the Social Innovations Journal last week. We're so proud that she was recognized with...
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