Community embraces new navigation center for unhoused support
August 27, 2024 | Harrisonburg (Independent City), Virginia
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In a recent government meeting, officials discussed the establishment of a new navigation center in Harrisonburg, aimed at providing comprehensive support services for the unhoused community. The term \"navigation center,\" which is defined in California state code, is gaining traction as a more positive alternative to \"homeless shelter.\" This shift is part of a broader effort to destigmatize homelessness and make services accessible to the entire community.
The navigation center model has been successfully implemented in several states, including Oregon, Washington, and Colorado, and Harrisonburg aims to be a trendsetter on the East Coast. The center will not only serve individuals experiencing homelessness but will also assist anyone in the community seeking guidance on accessing various services.
A community meeting is scheduled for this Saturday at the Lucy Simms Center, where residents can learn more about the operations of the facility and the services provided by Open Doors, the organization leading the initiative. The meeting will begin with networking at 9:45 AM, followed by a presentation at 11:15 AM.
City officials expressed enthusiasm for the project, highlighting its significance as one of the major initiatives funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). They also discussed plans for promotional materials, including t-shirts, to raise awareness and support for the navigation center.
The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote in favor of moving forward with the project, signaling strong community and governmental support for this innovative approach to addressing homelessness.
The navigation center model has been successfully implemented in several states, including Oregon, Washington, and Colorado, and Harrisonburg aims to be a trendsetter on the East Coast. The center will not only serve individuals experiencing homelessness but will also assist anyone in the community seeking guidance on accessing various services.
A community meeting is scheduled for this Saturday at the Lucy Simms Center, where residents can learn more about the operations of the facility and the services provided by Open Doors, the organization leading the initiative. The meeting will begin with networking at 9:45 AM, followed by a presentation at 11:15 AM.
City officials expressed enthusiasm for the project, highlighting its significance as one of the major initiatives funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). They also discussed plans for promotional materials, including t-shirts, to raise awareness and support for the navigation center.
The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote in favor of moving forward with the project, signaling strong community and governmental support for this innovative approach to addressing homelessness.
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