Written by Bob Balgemann
Surveys from two of those three locations have been tabulated, with responses from 233 of the families. Here’s some of what they were saying:
Most, 84 percent, were in long-term housing with 14 percent in short-term housing and 2 percent being homeless. Twenty-six percent had jobs.
“There’s a huge issue in employment,” said Danice Loveridge, president of the Homeless Project task force, who presented the results at the July 26 meeting.
In addition, 50 percent were on Food Stamps; 74 percent have primary health care physicians, about the same for their children; 58 percent visit the dentist regularly; 80 percent have their own transportation; and 19 percent use public transportation.
Read more by clicking on the following: Survey helps develop plan for feeding the hungry | Belvidere Daily Republican
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