In 2021, in partnership with The Center for Children's Health and other generous donors, CTL conducted surveys with families living in motels or extended stay properties throughout Tarrant County. The survey included questions about the circumstances leading to living in a motel, barriers to stable housing, and assistance needs for the family. CTL published the findings and recommendations in a new report titled "Hidden Homeless: Families Living in Motels." Some of the key points include:
In 2016, CTL spearheaded an alliance of 39 agencies throughout Tarrant County to assess and review the conditions for children experiencing homelessness, including those with insecure housing, living in shelters or motels or experiencing street-based homelessness. The findings and recommendations were published in The Hidden Homeless Report in 2019. Some of the key points include:
If you're looking for ways to get involved, we encourage you to download the Hidden Homeless full report and its accompanying discussion guide, or click to receive the Hidden Homeless newsletter in your inbox.