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Housing and Homelessness
Housing issues affect everyone in Connecticut, from those who are searching for a safe place to live, to those who may find it increasingly difficult to afford a place they already call home.WNPR is covering Connecticut's housing and homelessness issues in a series that examines how residents are handling the challenges they face. We look at the trends that matter most right now, and tell stories that help bring the issues to light.

Connecticut Aims To Help Those Now At Risk Of Losing Their Homes

Connecticut Public Radio | By John Henry Smith
Published July 20, 2020 at 5:47 PM EDT

As our pandemic-induced recession marches on, a lot of people who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own now face the scary prospect of losing their homes. A moratorium on evictions is slated to end soon. In anticipation of this, the Connecticut Department of Housing has announced two relief programs for renters and homeowners. 

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Connecticut Public Radio’s All Things Considered host, John Henry Smith, spoke with Democratic state Rep. Brandon McGee of Hartford, the co-chairman of the Housing Committee.

If you or someone you know needs help with housing costs as a result of the pandemic, you can call 860-785-3111.
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John Henry Smith
John Henry Smith is Connecticut Public’s host of All Things Considered, its flagship afternoon news program. He's proud to be a part of the team that won a regional Emmy Award for The Vote: A Connecticut Conversation. In his 21st year as a professional broadcaster, he’s covered both news and sports.
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