KSLA News 12 Guest Editorial: Nov. 14th-Homeless Awareness - KSLA News 12 Shreveport, Louisiana News Weather & Sports
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November is Homeless Awareness Month.
Family homelessness is the fastest growing sub population of the homeless. According to the Better Homes Fund, "We are bearing witness to a national tragedy of monumental proportions: More Americans are homeless today than at any time since the great depression, dooming them to a life on the streets, in substandard hotels, motels and in emergency shelters."
This is reflected in the estimated 4,500 people experiencing homelessness each year in Northwest Louisiana. Even more alarming is the National Center for Family Homelessness reports Louisiana with more than 43,000 homeless children. Last year, Providence House served 980 homeless people. That included 573 children and 283 adults. Regrettably, we were forced to turn away 1,000 families due to lack of resources.
Ending family homelessness is possible, but it will take long term solutions. It will take using our hearts and our heads.
What can you do to help? Give where your passion directs you and give generously of your time, talent and treasure to end homelessness.
Imagine a community where no family is homeless together it is possible.
I'm Simone Hennessee with Providence House.
This week the KSLA team partnered with volunteers from The Warrior Network, the Community Foundation of North Louisiana, and John Harvey Toyota to collect monetary donations and cleaning supplies to help those who are working so hard to put their lives back together following Hurricane Harvey.
More >>This week the KSLA team partnered with volunteers from The Warrior Network, the Community Foundation of North Louisiana, and John Harvey Toyota to collect monetary donations and cleaning supplies to help those who are working so hard to put their lives back together following Hurricane Harvey.
More >>Tonight at 11:59 p.m., KSLA's extended agreement with DirecTV will expire and they may drop this station from their lineup. We have been working hard to stay on their system, but they have simply refused to make a fair deal.
More >>Tonight at 11:59 p.m., KSLA's extended agreement with DirecTV will expire and they may drop this station from their lineup. We have been working hard to stay on their system, but they have simply refused to make a fair deal.
More >>As we all witness the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, we are reminded of the responsibility of local broadcasters to serve those in need. And we're pleased DirecTV understood the importance of our local commitment and accepted Raycom Media's extension.
More >>As we all witness the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, we are reminded of the responsibility of local broadcasters to serve those in need. And we're pleased DirecTV understood the importance of our local commitment and accepted Raycom Media's extension.
More >>Time is running out, and DirecTV has refused to come to a fair agreement and continue carrying KSLA. The deadline is 11:59 p.m. tomorrow, Aug. 31. Here's how you can help.
More >>Time is running out, and DirecTV has refused to come to a fair agreement and continue carrying KSLA. The deadline is 11:59 p.m. tomorrow, Aug. 31. Here's how you can help.
More >>We’re proud to be your neighbor and serve the ArkLaTex. Unfortunately, that may not continue. DirecTV is about to drop us – and break that critical link to our viewers.
More >>We’re proud to be your neighbor and serve the ArkLaTex. Unfortunately, that may not continue. DirecTV is about to drop us – and break that critical link to our viewers.
More >>It is hard to find anyone who has not been affected by cancer – whether it be a family member or friend. The mission of the American Cancer Society is to free the world from the pain and suffering of cancer.
More >>It is hard to find anyone who has not been affected by cancer – whether it be a family member or friend. The mission of the American Cancer Society is to free the world from the pain and suffering of cancer.
More >>The MLK Health Center & Pharmacy is a nonprofit clinic that truly is a great service to our community.
More >>The MLK Health Center & Pharmacy is a nonprofit clinic that truly is a great service to our community.
More >>I asked for your thoughts on providing an extra $150,000 for overtime for Shreveport patrol officers. Most of you are in support of the increased patrols but question if it will be enough. Here are some of your responses.
More >>I asked for your thoughts on providing an extra $150,000 for overtime for Shreveport patrol officers. Most of you are in support of the increased patrols but question if it will be enough. Here are some of your responses.
More >>Hello, I am Joe Sciortino, Vice President and General Manager here at KSLA.
More >>Hello, I am Joe Sciortino, Vice President and General Manager here at KSLA.
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