Tell Me More: Do people really not want housing?

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.

Tell Me More: Substance Use and Homelessness

1,537 words, 8 minutes read time.
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.