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January 7, 2008

Homeless programs to get $6.4 million from feds

PAWTUCKET -- Rhode Island homeless programs are set to receive a $6.4 million boost in federal funding.

The money will be distributed among about 50 programs that support homeless individuals and their families, from street outreach and emergency shelters to transitional and permanent housing.

U.S. Senator Jack Reed and Governor Don Carcieri are scheduled to hold a press conference today in Pawtucket to announce the increased federal funding.

The bulk of the funding will go toward creating housing and providing services for the homeless.

A smaller portion will go to programs to help people avoid becoming homeless, like job training, childcare and substance abuse treatment.

-- The Associated Press

Posted by Jack Perry  at 7:02 AM | Permalink

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