SWLA COMMITTEE TO ADDRESS HOMELESSNESS

 

PURPOSE

The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury has formed the SWLA Committee to Address Homelessness to provide guidance, help set priorities and a level of accountability for local, state and federal resources designated to address homelessness activities and efforts in Southwest Louisiana.

 

HOW WILL THIS BE ACHIEVED?

  • By the creation of standards for organizations providing services to the homeless in our community;
  • By addressing and resolving problems related to the system or network;
  • By instituting continuous improvement measures;
  • By conducting and using proven research and best practices measures; and
  • By sharing information and perspectives on how to provide serves to the homeless population.

 

STEERING COMMITTEE

Mayor Hunter has appointed the following individuals to the SWLA Committee to Address Homelessness:

  • Alisa Stevens;
  • Pearl Cole;
  • Jean Mount Kamala;
  • Alberto Maxwell, IV; and
  • John O’donnell

For further information, please contact the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Human Services Division at 337.721.4030.