Ending Homelessness Reaching Home is the campaign to build the political and civic will to end long-term homelessness in Connecticut through the creation of supportive housing. Supportive housing is permanent, independent and affordable housing combined with on-site or visiting case management and support and employment services. The Reaching Home Campaign was created in 2004 to create 10000 units of supportive housing across Connecticut. For individuals and families experiencing long-term, chronic homelessness - and especially those with disabilities- permanent and affordable homes, complete with support services tailored to their individual needs, are the only satisfactory answer. The Reaching Home Campaign is staffed by the Partnership for Strong Communities. Hard Work and Effective Organization Led by a Steering Committee and two subcommittees on Advocacy and Capacity & Investment, the Reaching Home Campaign has brought together experts, advocates and practitioners from government, non-profits and the private sector. Members of the Campaign work closely with the state’s Departments of Social Services, Mental Health & Addiction Services, Corrections, Labor, Children & Families, and Developmental Disabilities. Reaching Home includes supportive housing developers, local social service agencies, technical assistance experts, and supportive housing providers and has close ties to the State Interagency Council on Supportive Housing and Homelessness. Great Success, But More …

Peter Schiff introduces himself to the West Hartford, CT Republican Town Committee on 2-22-10. www.schiffforsenate.com