Housing-First
/ˈhaʊzɪŋ fɜrst/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal and social policy approach prioritizing providing permanent housing to homeless individuals before addressing other issues such as employment or substance abuse.
The city adopted a housing-first model to reduce homelessness effectively.
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- housing-first
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Commentary
Housing-First emphasizes immediate access to stable housing without preconditions, differing from traditional models requiring sobriety or employment first.
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