Libraries, as they are today, absolutely should not be on the front line of the homeless crisis, people who are unsheltered deserve better: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/jan/24/us-libraries-homeless-crisis-social-workers

Day centers like the new one in Multnomah county are what's needed, "Over the next months, all five floors will be opened for showers, laundry, mental health services, shelter beds and transitional housing." - https://www.streetroots.org/news/2022/11/23/directors-desk-multnomah-county-offers-constructive-contrast-mayor-s-plans-mass

#Unsheltered #Library #ResourceCenter #DayShelter #Homeless #MultnomahCounty #SocialWork #SafePlace