A program in Mesa that takes a different approach in helping those who are homeless is proving to be a success.
A program in Mesa is proving to be a success in helping to get people off the streets. FOX 10's Lauren Clark reports.The program, called Off The Streets, is taking a unique approach to the homeless issue that Valley cities, along with other cities in the U.S., have been experiencing. Organizers say not everyone will thrive in a traditional shelter program, and that’s where this program comes in.For Klien, Off The Streets has helped change his life.
Balinkie says the city is seeing more people experiencing homelessness, who would thrive better in an environment that differs from a shelter. The City of Mesa contracts with non-profit Community Bridges to run the program. Clients receive resources like food, clothing, and mentorship from staff during an average 67-day stay.Clients must be referred to the program, obey all rules, and work on a long-term housing plan. It's something that 74% of the more than 1,600 clients have successfully graduated into, since the program started in 2020.
Clients also receive the empathy from staff members like Anne Marie Johnston. Johnston was once in their shoes.
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