Family homelessness is still a big problem in West Michigan and two local organizations have joined forces to do something about it.

For the first time ever, a special partnership between two Grand Rapids nonprofits — Mel Trotter Ministries and Family Promise — has been forged to created Pathway Home, a new way to increase shelter capacity and support for West Michigan’s homeless families.

“With over 2,500 homeless children in the Kent County school system last year, the rate of family homelessness is still a big problem,” said Cheryl Schuch, Family Promise’s executive director.

“The toxic stress of homelessness impacts children’s brains, their ability to focus and learn, and their overall health and well-being. The sooner we can get them into a safe place and a new home, the better they will be long-term.”

For more on this article in the Grand Rapids Business Review by Mike Nichols, please see this link: http://www.grbj.com/articles/8...-family-homelessness