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The Making of a Resource Center for Homeless People in San Francisco's Mission District: A Community Collaboration.

Authors :
Wenger, Lynn D.
Leadbetter, Julie
Guzman, Laura
Kral, Alex
Source :
Health & Social Work. Nov2007, Vol. 32 Issue 4, p309-314. 6p.
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

The article describes a community in San Francisco, California known as the Mission District and the programs that are made available to citizen who require access to certain resources. The Mission Neighborhood Resource Center attempts to give aid to low-income families, homeless individuals, immigrants and others who are struggling in the community. The author explains how the Center works, what sorts of programs it offers and how they maintain services. The article also explains how this program has protected itself and its clients through creating a sustainable community connection.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03607283
Volume :
32
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Health & Social Work
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
28087579
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/hsw/32.4.309