Articles tagged: Homelessness Crisis Reporting Project

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At one of D.C.’s busiest intersections, the “drive-by friendliness” of Alan’s Oasis

Editor’s Note: This article was originally produced by Street Sense and the Voice is republishing it as part of our 2025 contribution to the D.C. Homeless Crisis Reporting Project in... Read more

By October 9, 2025

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D.C. experiences one of its hottest summers on record, posing serious challenges for people living outside

This summer, D.C.’s government declared 15 heat emergencies and four extended heat emergencies, according to the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services (DMHHS).

By , and October 11, 2024

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Georgetown Church Serves Dinner and Compassion on Sundays

Every Sunday evening, the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Georgetown opens its doors to people experiencing homelessness for a family-style dinner.

By October 11, 2024

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The worst time of the month: While experiencing homelessness, D.C. residents also struggle with period poverty

Editor’s Note: This piece is published as part of The Homeless Crisis Reporting Project (HCRP), launched by Street Sense Media in 2016. HCRP is a multi-day collaborative effort between local... Read more

By October 11, 2024