As you prepare for 2021, please join We Thrive in Riverside Renters Association as we advocate for stabilize housing to save our families and our communities.
It is my hope that Non profits, such as Star-C, Must Ministries, Center for family resources, along with elected officials and the school district will continue to explore the most effective and sustainable options for residents in need of housing. As we know, this will include much needed, COVID-19 related housing instability will have profound impacts on students’ well-being and academic performance, according to a new in-depth feature article reported by HuffPost and The Hechinger Report.
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Children will bear the brunt of a looming eviction crisis
Evictions in many big cities are staggering, and school districts struggle to serve kids constantly on the move....
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Long before the pandemic, eviction numbers across the country were staggering, leaving school district officials struggling to serve children frequently on the move. The coronavirus and its associated economic shocks will exacerbate this long-standing problem, further disrupting students whose lives and learning progress have already been upended by school closures.
.In response to Covid 19, I commend you for spearheading your organizations efforts to such as providing food and delegating resources to prevent homelessness during this time. We are concerned about the eviction moratorium expiring December 31st, 2020.Unfortunately, residents now experiencing Covid 19 hardships were most likely already burdened with the high cost of housing (relative to income and wages). While those you are able to assist will most likely accept your aid with gratitude and appreciation, theirlong term security will be dependent on efforts to secure low income and "truly" affordable housing.
May this be just the beginning in our work to overcome the dread of homelessness experienced by so many "working" families and individuals every month, every year.
Sincerely,
We Thrive in Riverside Renters Association