FILLMORE, CALIFORNIA – April 4, 2023 – The City of Fillmore has launched a new Homelessness Services and Information Hub webpage, now available at https://www.fillmoreca.com/1295/Homelessness. The webpage was developed in an effort to provide a one-stop-shop of resources and information for the public and to offer a more open and transparent platform regarding homelessness in Fillmore. The webpage serves as a multifaceted information and resource hub for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Fillmore and as a localized platform where all community members can learn more about the City’s efforts to combat homelessness.

According to City Manager, David W. Rowlands, “This new webpage is a resource hub for everyone and will provide information to our residents about the ongoing efforts and measures the City is currently partaking in to address homelessness in Fillmore. The new webpage features an array of critical information for those seeking services”.

The easy-to-navigate webpage is categorized into five sections for easy readability and organization:

1.Homelessness Resources
2. Food Pantries, Other Services, and Utility Assistance
3.Why Handouts Harm
4.Understanding Homelessness
5.Homelessness Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The Ventura County 2023 Homeless Point in Time Count revealed five people were identified as experiencing homelessness.

The City is committed to addressing the complexity and challenges of homelessness to the best of its abilities. Future plans include community education, leveraging social media, seeking opportunities for regional cooperation, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
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