United Caring Services

This count group includes Ivy tech intern Christa Thomas and Kaylee Schaberts, Systems Navigator with the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA.) Natasha Goodge (center) is leading the count effort in the field. The unofficial number reflect more than 500 homeless in this region. There were 355 in 2022.

'We Were Disappointed' — Homeless Point In Time Count Revealed Significant Increase in 2023

Tim Jagielo

Aurora Evansville have released preliminary results from their January Point In Time Homeless Count: 355 in 2022, more than 500 in 2023

'We can't make solutions if we don't know the scope of the problem," said Natasha Goodge with Aurora Evansville, who headed up the on-the-ground count. Here, she holds the survey for guests entering United Caring Shelter Wednesday, January 25.

Point In Time Count of ‘Category One’ Homeless held in Evansville and Surrounding Counties

Tim Jagielo

The annual ‘Point in Time Count’ is for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The goal is learning how many are in shelters and on the streets

Aurora’s seven main programs center on housing, and housing stability for those at risk of, or those who are experiencing homelessness.

There are Signs that the Number of Homeless Individuals in Evansville is Decreasing

Tim Jagielo

Point-in-time counts reveal improving numbers, but the demands for services from local non-profits could be growing

United Caring Services (UCS) President of the Board Stephanie Weiner holds the shears to cut the ribbon at 416 NW 6th Street in Evansville Friday Nov. 4. To her right is Terry Yunker, president of Zion Evangelical United Church of Christ. Zion sold the house to UCS for $1. To her left is Chelsea Parker, community engagement specialist at the Evansville Regional Economic Partnership.

Zion Church Sells Former Parsonage to United Caring Services for $1 for Future Housing

Tim Jagielo

Home at 416 NW 6th Street will become independent living facility for five men transitioning from homelessness; ribbon cutting held Friday

City to Invest Pandemic Relief Funds

John Gibson

Investments include mental health, housing, and economic development

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City finds unused money; council lifts transfer restriction

The Evansville City Council has approved spending more than $1 million in “found” money. After two years of combing through previous years budgets, city…