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Massachusetts Declares State of Emergency Amid Rising Homelessness
The Rising Tide of Homelessness
Massachusetts is currently facing a severe homelessness crisis, with nearly 5,600 families residing in state-funded shelters, hotels, dormitories, and other emergency facilities. This alarming figure highlights a dramatic increase over the past year, with the current numbers representing an 80% surge from twelve months prior. The tremendous growth underscores the growing pressure on social services and emergency accommodations across the state, highlighting an urgent and worsening societal issue.