Federal policy shifts may reduce permanent housing funding, impacting up to 170,000 people nationwide.

Federal policy changes may cut funding for permanent supportive housing in Cuyahoga County and other areas, shifting resources toward transitional housing instead. While overall homelessness funding is increasing slightly, the focus is shifting away from the Housing First model, which provides immediate, stable housing with support services. Advocates warn this change could undermine efforts to end homelessness, potentially affecting up to 170,000 people nationwide and disrupting services for vulnerable populations reliant on long-term housing support.