homelessness - Phil Johncock

George’s Triumph: Overcoming Legal Barriers and More!

Leaning against the Warming Center's wall in Grants Pass, I noticed George chatting animatedly on his cellphone. When he finished the call with a triumphant smile, he couldn't wait to…

PDJ April 17, 2024

Grants Pass vs Johnson Homelessness

George’s Struggle and the Criminalization of Homelessness

Meet George, a resilient resident at Grants Pass' Warming Center, whose journey through homelessness paints a vivid picture of perseverance and struggle. Despite facing the harsh reality of being labeled…

PDJ April 16, 2024

Homelessness

Countdown to Overcoming NIMBYism

On any given work day (or perhaps work night), elected officials from one of the 19,495 incorporated cities, towns and villages all across the United States are likely meeting to…

PDJ February 9, 2021