Number of Homeless Families on the Rise

Voice of America is reporting a rise in homeless families as the nation's economy continues to struggle.

The story points out the effect in Washington, D.C., but there is anecdotal evidence that this phenomenon is here in our area, too. For instance, social service providers in Morgantown say there is a veritable explosion in that city's homeless family population.

Let's face it, it's hard to notice a homeless family. They often live out of cars or in rural areas, out of view of the general public. It's not hard to see single men and women who are homeless. Those are the people we see walking to lunch downtown, or standing off of Interstate exit ramps.
How might we, as a community, be more aware of the growing population of homeless families? How might we be more responsive to them?

We hope you'll take some time and share your thoughts with us.