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Running head: HSE-480 FINAL PROJECT 1 HSE-480 Final Project Kimberly Harper Southern New Hampshire University Kellie Barton

HSE-480 FINAL PROJECT 2 Table of Contents Abstract OR Executive Summary ................................................................................................................ 3 Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 4 Overview of Community and Problem ........................................................................................................ 4 Methodology ............................................................................................................................................... 4 Literature Review ........................................................................................................................................ 5 Needs Analysis ............................................................................................................................................ 6 Human Services Program Proposal ............................................................................................................. 7 Statement of Need ....................................................................................................................................... 7 Program Proposal Description ..................................................................................................................... 7 Goals and Objectives ................................................................................................................................... 7 Intervention ................................................................................................................................................. 7 Staffing/Administration/Resources Needed ................................................................................................. 8 Program Evaluation Plan ............................................................................................................................. 8 Program Implementation and Stakeholder Communication ........................................................................ 8 References ................................................................................................................................................... 9 Appendix A Logic Model .......................................................................................................................... 10 Appendix B Implementation Plan .............................................................................................................. 11 Reflection .................................................................................................................................................. 13

HSE-480 FINAL PROJECT 3 Abstract OR Executive Summary This Capstone is dealing with a problem in the United States that is ever growing homelessness. Focusing on my own hometown of Nashville, TN. The cost of living in Nashville is going up while pay is not going up. Home prices are going up and those who move in from out of state can afford more so the market will except that. We are going to explore the homelessness problem in Nashville and how to help improve the issue. Then the second aspect of the capstone we are looking at those who are homeless and are suffering from addiction and how we can help them with both aspects of their lives. There are programs to help those who have addiction however they are not always very fair and geared to helping those who are homeless or under or non insured.This is a proposal to help those who are suffering from both and ways to help them get out of the vicious cycle it becomes.

HSE-480 FINAL PROJECT 4 HSE-480 Final Project Introduction Over the last several years, there has been an increase in homelessness and addiction. Since homeless people do not have the same resources as the regular population, they are more at risk for overdose and staying addicted since they do not have access to healthcare. Nashville, TN saw on any given night in 2020, there were over 2000 people who were sleeping on the streets. However, it is even sadder that in the United States, there are around 550,000 people who experience homelessness (Nashville,2022). Overview of Community and Problem Community Nashville is the capital of Tennessee; it sits right in the middle of the state. The population is 703,953. Nashville comprises a wide range of ethnic groups: whites 65%, black 27.4%, Hispanic 10.4%, and Asians. Regarding the education level in Nashville, around 89% have a high school diploma, and only 43% have at least a bachelor's degree. The average household income is 83,348; however, the poverty rate is 15%. One thing that also needs to be noted is that in Nashville when it comes to languages spoken, 82% speak English, 17.8% speak other languages, and then 9% speak Spanish (Nashville Population, 2022). When it comes to the religions observed in people's homes, we have only around 59% that say they are religious; then look at the breakdown, the only central beliefs that are seen are Baptist at 20%, Catholic at 6.2%, Methodist 5.6% and then Presbyterian 3.4%. (N.W., 2022). After that, it is just some more minor religions. Then, looking at owning a home, the average price now falls to around 461,620 (Santarelli,2022).

HSE-480 FINAL PROJECT 5 However, most jobs do not pay enough for a single-family income to afford homes in that price range, especially if they are single moms or dads. The houses are sometimes selling at least 48% above the asking price. (Santarelli, 2022). Problem Homelessness is a big problem in Nashville; a couple of things can lead to homelessness: job loss, substance abuse, illness, domestic violence, and even low wages from jobs. Nashville saw around 2000 homeless in 2020; however, they did not do a new count in 2021 because of covid. There are times when people are missed in the count, depending on where they are sleeping. There needs to be an affordable treatment for those suffering from addiction and homelessness; if they are worried about where they will sleep, how can they focus on healing and getting better. This hurts people since home prices are increasing, yet jobs are not paying to keep up with the rising cost of living. In Nashville, to make a living wage with one person and one child, you need to make $30.74, and poverty is $8.28 (LivingWage,2022). Most jobs do not pay $30.74 even with a degree; now, the minimum wage in Nashville is only 7.25. Formal and Informal Resources Nashville has several different agencies that help those with addiction. There is Nashville Addiction Center; however, they take insurance and do self-pay rates; sadly, they offer a "New Beginnings" program that charges 200 dollars upfront. It says you can get free medication for a year. (Services, 2021). If people do not have a job, they will not be able to pay 200 dollars upfront. There is the Nashville Rescue mission that will house people; they house and feed people every night and provide room for 600 people; however, they do not let just anyone stay. Vanderbilt University has a Bridge clinic that will help those who have been in the hospital suffering

HSE-480 FINAL PROJECT 6 from addiction, and most are usually homeless. They will meet with a social worker, psychiatrist, or rehab specialist and have a group to meet with others suffering from the same addiction issues. However, it is only a selection that can get into the program. The rescue mission will help those with addiction; however, they do not have anywhere for people to detox. When it comes to information resources for those homeless, most do not have family or friends they can count on. Sometimes they have burned bridges, so it would be hard to have informal resources. There are always A.A. meetings and things offered. Sadly the legislators here are working to criminalize homelessness and sleeping on the streets. They need to see how this will not make homelessness less this will cause more problems for the homeless if they have an arrest record. If they have an arrest record, it might make it impossible to find work after being released. Community Social, Political, Historical Trends In Nashville, there is an increase in rent prices and housing costs. As mentioned before, homes are going for really high dollar amounts. The average cost of rent for a one-bedroom apartment is around $1694, and hat is living just outside Nashville. If people want to live in Nashville proper, and the rent can run up upwards of $2200 for a one-bedroom (Hernon). A park located in south Nashville last year became overrun by homeless people. The park was at a school, and there was a water fountain they used as a shower; they broke the water fountain. And then, needles were found everywhere (Ferrier, 2022). So that makes the community hate homeless people when it is not their fault; they are lost. Then it shows a drug problem in some of the homeless population. Thanks to some Tennessee lawmakers, they have decided that it will be a crime to sleep on public property. HB978 says, " The bill also makes it a felony to camp on all public property, unless otherwise specified. Current law makes it a felony to camp on all state property" (Adam,

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