Ron Turner interviews Courtney Smith, Chief Executive Officer at Detroit Phoenix Center regarding youth homelessness by providing drop-in services and rapid rehousing for youth aged 13-24. The drop-in center offers essentials like food, hygiene products, and case management, while rapid rehousing focuses on quickly securing housing without barriers. Their programs emphasize life skills, financial education, and mental health support. They collaborate with schools and offer workforce development, aiming to break the cycle of housing insecurity through holistic, youth-centered care. (https://www.detroitphoenixcenter.org/)
Original airdate: 3/2/2025
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Ron joined K-LOVE in 2023 and he covers Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Wisconsin, portions of NE and NJ, including major markets Chicago, Detroit, and Philadelphia.
