Homeless service providers are scaling back operations in many communities to prevent illness amongst their staff and volunteers. Social service agencies have closed their offices or transitioned to serving their clients via telephone or by appointment only. Drop-in centers have closed. Soup kitchens have stopped serving in dining rooms, often providing to-go meals. Libraries and other public facilities formerly available to the homeless have also closed. The lack of availability of these facilities and services often leave the police to be the de-facto response to homelessness.
Links I mentioned:
PoliceOne.com: Why police must continue homeless outreach during the COVID-19 pandemic
Response, Action and Wellness During a Pandemic
COVID-19 Statement & Recommendations
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