New coalition aims to improve support for those facing homelessness in Portage County


New coalition aims to improve support for those facing homelessness in Portage County


Partnering Together of Portage County`s mission is to ensure people experiencing housing issues have access to “coordinated, compassionate, and effective services.”

Key Points:

  • A new coalition called Partnering Together of Portage County has formed to support people facing homelessness.

  • The group aims to simplify access to services and reduce duplication of efforts among local organizations.

  • The Salvation Army Hope Center is considering transferring its day service management to the new coalition.

  • Frame Memorial Presbyterian Church will continue its overnight shelter as the coalition develops a new service model.
STEVENS POINT – A new coalition of community organizations, faith communities, and service providers have partnered to provide better support to people facing homelessness and housing insecurity.

The coalition, called Partnering Together of Portage County, announced its formation in a Sept. 25 news release stating its mission to ensure people experiencing housing issues have access to “coordinated, compassionate, and effective services,” according to the release...

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Ken Notes: It does take a team. Remember developers and builders, manufactured home, Planners, and finance institutions, and elected officials all need a seat at the table.

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