Samah Saci
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Why Ottawa's Homelessness Crisis requires immediate attention and intervention
Pictured above is Jenny. For safety reasons, she chose not to show her face. After Jenny’s partner passed away in April, she and her 2-year-old son were given 48 hours to vacate their home. Her son now lives hours away while she spends her days sitting on the cold pavement of a street corner that she knows is protected by street cameras. Her nights are spent at a homeless shelter.
By Samah Saci4 years ago in The Swamp
Homelessness and healthcare: A crossroad in need of remedy
Living on the street or in crowded shelters places individuals at a severely heightened risk of illness. According to a Canada-wide study, people who experience homelessness are significantly less likely to reach the age of seventy-five—and despite this risk, their healthcare needs are often outpaced by the ongoing battle for basic food and shelter.
By Samah Saci4 years ago in Longevity