Despite efforts, homeless shelters aren’t enough, observers say

As winter weather sets in, Rhode Island is ramping up its efforts to provide emergency shelter space. But while these short-term facilities serve an important purpose, observers say, the state needs to focus on long-term housing and prevention to combat surging homelessness rates. “The goal is to move from shelter-based to housing-based in the long-term,”

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