Homelessness Prevention Goes National: But Will It Address the Root Causes or Just Delay the Crisis?

What happens when a local program designed in Silicon Valley to prevent homelessness is suddenly hailed as the national remedy for one of America's most complex social crises? Destination: Home, a nonprofit that began its efforts in Santa Clara County, is now partnering with organizations across ten U.S. cities—from Minnesota to Alaska—to expand rental assistance and case management aimed at staving off eviction for vulnerable families. This initiative, called Right at Home, aims to help over 10,000 households remain housed by providing each community with millions in funding over five years. Success metrics are promising: a University of Notre Dame...