Tech Soup

DECEMBER 9, 2014

Are mobile phones a lifeline for homeless people? Homeless people use mobile phones to break their isolation, find food and shelter, and connect with the people they care about. Just like any single thing, mobile phones are a help, but not a cure for homelessness. Assuredly they are. The Indiegogo Crowdfunding Campaign.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 10, 2014

This San Jose, CA-based organization provides technology and services to agencies that work directly with the homeless in their community. Recently, CTA conducted a study on mobile use by the homeless population of Santa Clara County (where CTA is located). What CTA Uncovered. "What will it take for them to switch?"

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The Next Web

DECEMBER 30, 2013

Roughly 1,200 miles away in the heart of Silicon Valley, San Jose Mayor Chuck Reed is pushing for restrictions that will shutter many of the city’s medical marijuana dispensaries. Politically, Denver’s local government has championed social causes, including increased gun control, LGBT rights and programs for the homeless.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 19, 2021

Abodu began installing homes through a pre-approval process back in 2019, when the city of San Jose created a program that allowed developers of alternative dwelling units to submit plans for pre-approval to cut the time for homeowners. That approval process means that ADU developers like Abodu can be permitted in one hour.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 6, 2022

This means that many people and families are being priced out of the city and having to move out to surrounding areas, such as Round Rock, Cedar Park, Leander, San Marcos and Buda. The lack of affordable housing has also contributed to the dramatic increase in homelessness.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 29, 2015

Without it, it can be difficult to find a home, apply for a job, sign up for classes, make homeless shelter reservations or find soup kitchens. have learned how to program on mobile devices, and people who are homeless have received subsidized services and devices. About Mobile4All: Making a Huge Difference for the Underserved.

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