Homeward JXN identifies housing for first clients as encampment closure nears

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – A key piece of Jackson’s new homeless rehousing effort appears to be falling into place.

On Tuesday, Homeward JXN Program Manager Javonda Stanton told the City Council outreach workers have identified two couples in need of housing — and have found housing options for them.

“We’ve got quite a few landlords that have agreed to work with us. They know what we’re doing. They know why we’re doing it,” she said. “They know what type of barriers that our clientele may encounter and they’re willing to work and be flexible with those things.”…

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