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The Intersection of Homelessness and Addiction: Exploring How Homelessness and Addiction are Interconnected
While public perception would indicate that the main reason for homelessness revolves around addiction, the statistics prove that to be false. Falling on the list behind lack of affordable housing, poverty, discrimination, domestic violence, and mental health, addiction may not be the number one cause of homelessness, but there is no denying the connection between
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The Midnight Mission’s 110th Anniversary Gala: A Night of Celebration and Reflection
On Saturday, September 7, 2024, The Midnight Mission celebrated a monumental milestone—110 years of continuous service to Skid Row and Southern California’s most vulnerable populations. Held at the historic Majestic Downtown in Los Angeles, the Gala was a beautiful blend of elegance, inspiration, and purpose. The event honored The Midnight Mission’s rich legacy while recognizing
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The Mental Health Effects of Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is one of the most heinous crimes committed against our fellow human beings. It is even more horrific when those being trafficked are women and children. The long-term effects on mental health, even after victims have been rescued, require a lot of care and support. Midnight Mission exists for anyone in need of
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How Transitional Living Programs Help the people experiencing homelessness
Over 75,000 people experience homelessness per year in California. If you find yourself in this situation, you’ll want to know there are resources available. One way people experiencing homelessness find refuge is at emergency shelters in Los Angeles. As you’ll soon learn, these shelters offer so much to people dealing with homelessness. Having a Safe