Almost half the people staying in Cincinnati’s homeless shelters have never actually lived on the streets. This hidden side of homelessness challenges the idea that clearing encampments or banning street camping really addresses the root of the problem. With winter making things even tougher, it’s worth asking: Are current laws and policies actually helping people get off the streets, or just making homelessness less visible? Let’s talk about what real solutions could look like and how our community can better support those in need. #Safety #Cincinnati #Homelessness