Episode 10: The Cost of Going Backward: HUD’s New Approach to Homelessness

A simple question:

If a policy consistently produced better outcomes and cost less than the alternatives, why would we stop using it?

HUD's new 2026 Continuum of Care NOFO proposes a major shift away from Housing First and Permanent Supportive Housing, despite decades of evidence showing these approaches consistently outperform traditional models in reducing homelessness, improving long-term housing stability, and using public dollars more efficiently by reducing reliance on costly emergency services.

This episode breaks down the proposed changes, what the evidence actually says, and why many housing professionals are concerned about the direction of federal homelessness policy.

We also include a simple way to contact your representatives through the CSH Housing Solutions if you'd like to make your voice heard.
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