For years, the number of homeless people has been rising in Europe. But not in Finland. The country's Housing First program aims to eliminate the problem by 2027. But how?
TL;DR: The program provides permanent housing to homeless individuals without prerequisites like sobriety, contrasting with other countries where conditions often apply.
By focusing on stable housing first, Finland has created supportive environments where individuals can address other personal issues with professional help.
The program has not only improved lives but also resulted in substantial public cost savings. However, recent political shifts and budget cuts threaten the future of these initiatives.
TL;DR: The program provides permanent housing to homeless individuals without prerequisites like sobriety, contrasting with other countries where conditions often apply.
By focusing on stable housing first, Finland has created supportive environments where individuals can address other personal issues with professional help.
The program has not only improved lives but also resulted in substantial public cost savings. However, recent political shifts and budget cuts threaten the future of these initiatives.