Tag: homelessness
Homelessness doesn’t discriminate
Honors students partnered with the Foothill Family Shelter to talk about resources for the homeless population at the Homelessness Resource Fair Nov. 29 in Sneaky Park.
Non-profit coffee shop donates to the homeless
Claremont is now home to a one-of-a-kind coffee shop that puts the community first, and profits last. Since its grand opening in May, Sanctuary Coffee has donated 13,000 pounds of food to the homeless in San Bernardino County.
Homelessness needs state-wide efforts
While Anaheim, San Diego and Pomona make up some of the many cities to individually struggle with a homelessness epidemic, lack of state-wide coordinated efforts continues to contribute to an escalation of the issue and the pessimism regarding a solution.
Health student overcomes slavery, homelessness
Graduating this year with a master’s degree in health care administration and a 4.0 GPA from the University of La Verne was not even Ooceeh Afame’s first stunning achievement.
Professor dispels myths about homeless
Audience members filled out surveys identifying their role models, important people in their lives, and activities that are important to them and possessions that hold value for them. Nikki Shipley, assistant professor of public and health administration, instructed everyone to cross out one item on each list.