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Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count reveals a second consecutive year of decline in homelessness, with the number of sheltered individuals dropping from 1,578 to 1,189. The new survey methodology, which focused on outreach teams, contributed to a more accurate count, despite an increase in unsheltered individuals from 443 to 617.
Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count shows a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with the number of sheltered individuals decreasing from 1,578 to 1,189. Organizers improved data collection methods, which contributed to a more accurate count of 1,806 individuals surveyed. Mayor Lisa Brown emphasized the importance of consistent engagement and navigation to treatment and housing.
Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count shows a second consecutive year of declining homelessness, with a drop from 1,578 to 1,189 individuals in emergency shelters. The count, conducted on January 22, surveyed 1,806 individuals, revealing a slight increase in unsheltered individuals to 617, attributed to improved survey methods.
Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count reveals a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with 1,806 individuals surveyed on January 22, 2025. Sheltered homelessness decreased from 1,578 to 1,189, attributed to improved coordination towards permanent housing. However, unsheltered individuals increased from 443 to 617 due to enhanced survey methodologies.
Spokane County reported a decline in homelessness for the second consecutive year, with the Point-in-Time Count revealing 1,806 individuals surveyed on January 22, 2025. The number of people experiencing sheltered homelessness decreased from 1,578 to 1,189, while unsheltered individuals rose from 443 to 617 due to improved survey methods.
Spokane County reports a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with the latest Point-in-Time Count revealing a decrease in sheltered individuals from 1,578 to 1,189. The count, conducted on January 22, 2025, utilized improved methodologies to enhance data accuracy, although unsheltered individuals increased from 443 to 617.
Spokane County's annual snapshot count reveals a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with 1,806 individuals surveyed. Improved methodology focused on outreach teams helped enhance data accuracy, reflecting a decrease in sheltered homelessness and an increase in unsheltered individuals.
Spokane County reports a second consecutive year of declining homelessness, with the 2025 Point-in-Time Count revealing 1,806 individuals surveyed. The number of people in emergency shelters decreased to 1,189, attributed to better coordination in transitioning individuals to stable housing.
Spokane County reports a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with the latest count showing 1,806 individuals surveyed. Improved methodology, including targeted outreach, contributed to more accurate data collection. Mayor Lisa Brown emphasizes the importance of consistent engagement in addressing homelessness.
Spokane County reports a decline in homelessness for the second consecutive year, with the 2025 Point-in-Time Count showing a decrease in sheltered individuals from 1,578 to 1,189. The count also noted an increase in unsheltered individuals to 617, attributed to new survey methodologies that improved outreach. Mayor Lisa Brown emphasized the importance of consistent engagement and housing navigation in addressing homelessness.