Ron Turner talks with Colandra Coleman, Executive Director of Joseph’s House in Camden about the homeless population in Camden and the surrounding area explaining that homelessness remains steady in the area. Coleman describes the winter months have more demand because of the cold conditions where the City of Camden provides funding for the unsheltered to find a warm place to sleep on cold nights. Coleman explains their biggest challenge in providing shelter for the homeless is trying to find space for them. Colman appreciates the generous community in Camden and praises their efforts to help with the homeless. Coleman describes the services Joseph’s House of Camden offers which include their daytime services and overnight service. They can be contacted at (https://www.jhoc.org)
Original airdate: 2/25/2024
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Ron joined EMF in 2023 and he covers Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Wisconsin, portions of NE and NJ, including major markets Chicago, Detroit, and Philadelphia.