Tag Archives: Homeless

Mind the [Wealth] Gap!

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless

Guest blog post by Stephanie Niedringhaus Each day, as I walk between Washington’s Union Station and my office, I see people who are either homeless or in difficult housing situations. I buy Street Sense from some, chat with others. Whether I … Continue reading →

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Our Great Volunteers

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless

By Nick Cassalbore, Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless Volunteer Coordinator In 2009, volunteers with the Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless assisted clients with over 740 legal issues. It is our pleasure to share some of their recent victories. … Continue reading →

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Hypothermia: Believe it or Not, it’s Just Around the Corner!

Posted on August 17, 2010 by Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless

By Patty Mullahy Fugere, Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless Executive Director As we trudge through these dog days of summer, it’s hard to imagine the mercury dropping below 80 for more than a twelve hour stretch at a time. … Continue reading →

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Can you help a family with no safe place to sleep tonight?

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless

By Amber Harding, Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless Staff Attorney A mother walks the city in 100 degree heat with her 10 year old son and 2 year old daughter, desperately searching for help to get her family off … Continue reading →

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