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A new mobile trailer will let people use the bathroom and shower in privacy, with smooth jazz playing over a speaker system. It’s all thanks to a United Way campaign led by a South Salem student. Read article

Experts believe access to a shower can restore dignity, renew confidence and empower the homeless to engage with their communities and seek services they need. Read article

No lying or sleeping on sidewalks would be allowed throughout Salem between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m., under a new city law being considered. Police would warn offenders and expel repeat violators from certain areas. Read article

City officials want to ban sitting and lying on sidewalks during the day as a way to address business concerns about homelessness. A hearing that was set for next week has been postponed because Councilor Tom Andersen is out of…

A new mobile trailer will let people use the bathroom and shower in privacy, with smooth jazz playing over a speaker system. It’s all thanks to a United Way campaign led by a South Salem student. Read article

Ron Hays, CEO of United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley, wanted to house homeless people without government subsidies. A bit of math and a lot of research led to small homes that can rent to seniors for $350 per month….

The trailer will provide mobile cleaning facilities for homeless communities throughout Marion and Polk counties. Read article