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Director's Corner: Why DC Is Seeing an Increase in Family Homelessness—and Why It Reflects Progress, Not Failure

Tuesday, May 12, 2026


Each year, the District takes a careful, honest look at homelessness in our city through the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Count. I’m proud to say that the District achieved more than 2,220 exits to permanent housing over the past year, the highest number of lease-ups we have ever completed. This progress reflects deep partnerships across our provider network and a shared commitment to housing-focused case management. With that said, this year... Read More