Wright County Rallies For Annual "Point In Time" Count To Assess And Assist the Homeless Population

Wright County Rallies For Annual "Point In Time" Count To Assess And Assist the Homeless Population

Residents of Wright County, mark your calendars for January 22, as the community gears up for the annual “Point In Time” Count, an initiative to assess the homeless population not just in the streets but including those without a permanent residence, doubling up with family or friends, or even those residing temporarily in motels or vehicles. According to a public message from Wright County Health & Human Services, this census-like endeavor strives to capture a snapshot of the homeless situation to better inform future policies and aid.

For those in need, Wright County doesn't leave its residents to fend for themselves, offering resources at locations such as the Wright County Government Center and Wright County Community Action. The latter provides backpacks and personal care items essential for daily living, while services like The Salvation Army chip in with practical assistance like a complimentary oil change or a $50 gas card for those completing an interview, the support net cast is diverse and practical, reflective of the needs on the ground.

Wright County's proactive approach is epitomized by the availability of these aids through various avenues; one could walk into the Wright County Government Center located at 3650 Braddock Ave. NE, the second floor in Buffalo or phone at (763) 682-7400, for a helping hand. Alternatively, direct assistance can be accessed via the Wright County Community Action at 130 Division St. W, Maple Lake by calling (320) 960-6500, or by reaching out to The Salvation Army at 2051 50th St. NE, Door 2 in Buffalo, dialing (763) 682-2205.

Furthermore, a toll-free number is also at the disposal of homeless individuals seeking immediate assistance; calling (866) 560-7464 could lead them to the support they need in critical times, because in the middle of a harsh Minnesotan winter, every gesture of warmth and aid is a potential lifeline. The offerings of the aforementioned entities, as structured yet adaptive as they are, signify a community's awareness and responsiveness to the plight of its most vulnerable.

SOURCE: hoodline