Permanent housing for Asheville’s most vulnerable residents is at risk. New federal rules could slash funding for programs like Homeward Bound, which have helped hundreds of people move off the streets and into stable homes. Instead, the money will shift to short-term, treatment-first programs, despite strong evidence that ‘Housing First’ works best—especially in a city where rent is sky-high. For many, losing this support could mean returning to homelessness. What do you think: Should stable housing come before treatment, or is the new approach the right move? #Safety #Asheville #Homelessness