A Housing Advocate has been hired to help locals climb out of homelessness in Huron County.
The hiring of the region’s Housing Advocate is a partnership announced by the County of Huron, and the United Way of Perth-Huron.
Officials say the Housing Advocate will work with tenants and landlords to ensure the best possible housing outcomes for those experiencing homelessness.
The advocate will also work with tenants to find the supports they need, so their tenancy is successful, and landlords to develop and maintain relationships.
In 2018, the County of Huron conducted a homeless enumeration where over 100 people identified themselves as experiencing homelessness.