2,029 words, 11 minutes read time. As we celebrate GFW’s anniversary, we thought we would take some time to address a common myth surrounding our guests here at GFW. The women we serve every day are all very unique and they all defy the most common stereotypes out there. Celebrate GFW’s anniversary with us by dispelling this persistent myth and seeing the truth behind each guest’s story.
1,484 words, 8 minutes read time. Happy New Year! A new year means new challenges, new opportunities, and new numbers. At the end of January 2026, the bi-annual Homeless Census or “Point-in-Time Count” will be performed, so let’s take a look at what it is, why it’s so important, and why we’ll be talking about it for years to come.
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Tell me more! For the second installment of our series, we are discussing what it means to be experiencing homelessness in a Service Desert. We will explore how far necessary services are from each other and from their clients and highlight some challenges you may not have realized existed for our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Join us as we take a look at what it means to be in a Service Desert and how it affects the health of our community.
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We start this series with one of the most pervasive myths about people experiencing homelessness. We hope this post provides some much needed clarity on the subjects of substance use disorder (SUD) and addiction. If you or someone you love is struggling with a substance use disorder or addiction, you can call the National Helpline (USA) at 1-800-622-HELP (4357), or our local information desk at 211.