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Sep 25
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Episode 35 Finding Housing After Prison ...

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Today we are looking at Finding Housing After Prison or Rehab: Building Your Foundation for Success, The statistics paint a sobering picture of this reality. Research from the Prison Policy Initiative reveals that formerly incarcerated individuals experience homelessness at a rate nearly 10 times higher than the general population. The discrimination faced in housing markets, combined with limited financial resources and damaged credit histories, creates barriers that can seem insurmountable. However, understanding these challenges and developing strategic approaches can transform what appears impossible into achievable goals.

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