The challenge lies in addressing the complex issue of homelessness in the Detroit Continuum of Care's area, where over 1,100 households, comprising more than 1,500 people, experience homelessness on any given night. Despite nearly 6,000 households accessing homelessness assistance in 2022, a significant number are not officially considered homeless but lack access to safe and stable housing, resorted in a continuous transition. The overrepresentation of Black individuals among the homeless population, the prevalence of domestic violence, and the median length of 69 days for homelessness highlight the challenge, emphasizing the need for comprehensive, long-term, and affordable solutions through initiatives like Permanent Supportive Housing.
