Visit johnsonvgrantspass.com for information and additional resources about Johnson v. Grants Pass.

On July 1, 2024 our partners at the National Homelessness Law Center hosted a Mass Organizing Call

View a recording of that webinar here

Case Studies on Fiscally Responsible Solutions that Break the Jail-Street Cycle 

Criminalizing homelessness through ticketing, arresting, and jailing individuals only perpetuates the jail-to-street-to-jail cycle. However, communities that have adopted affordable housing and essential services have successfully broken this cycle. Case studies show that these initiatives not only improve the lives of homeless individuals but also save taxpayer money by shifting resources from incarceration to housing solutions.

CSH FUSE Initiative in New York City

CSH collaborated with New York agencies to launch the FUSE initiative, offering housing and support to individuals frequently cycling through jails, shelters, and emergency rooms. This initiative not only provided long-term housing stability for participants but also significantly reduced public costs over a decade.

Read the NY FUSE Evaluation Report 

Read the NY FUSE 10-Year Follow Up Report 

Denver Supportive Housing Social Impact Bond Initiative

A rigorous 5-year study in Denver, Colorado, showed that housing and services broke the homelessness-jail cycle while reducing public costs. 

Read about the Denver Supportive Housing Social Impact Bond Initiative

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A Better Way Forward: Proven Solutions to End Homelessness

Resources for Housing Providers, Policymakers, and Community Leaders

Everyone deserves a safe place to sleep, yet homelessness is on the rise as more individuals and families find it difficult to secure affordable, stable housing.  CSH offers data-driven, fiscally responsible solutions for state and city leaders who want to shift resources from expensive, temporary fixes to more cost-effective, and lasting results.  

Rapid Response to Homeless Encampments

CSH recognizes that community leaders across the country are grappling with homelessness but ticketing, arresting, or jailing homeless people is not effective, sustainable, ethical, equitable, or fiscally responsible.  

It is crucial for our leaders to prioritize sensible solutions, such as providing affordable housing and essential support services that help people achieve health and stability. Punitive measures like ticketing or arresting those living on the streets only exacerbate their challenges, making it even more difficult for them to find permanent housing. 

Shifting Resources to Affordable, Supportive Housing Instead of Ticketing, Arresting, Jails, and Institutionalization

Curious about the costs of operating supportive housing, the most cost-effective solution for homelessness? The CSH Supportive Housing Services Staffing and Budget Tool can help you get started, demonstrating that investing in supportive housing is more cost-effective in the long run.