Volunteers conduct homelessness census in Boston neighborhoods and parks

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Over 250 volunteers conducted Boston's annual homelessness census, starting at midnight on Thursday. They surveyed individuals in neighborhoods and parks, providing safety information and warm items. Results will be available in the coming months. Officials expect the census to show an increase in homelessness, following a 10.6 percent rise last year. In 2024, Boston recorded 5,756 homeless individuals, down from a peak of 6,492 in 2015. The census aims to assess the needs of unsheltered residents and connect them to services. Nationally, homelessness rose by 18 percent in 2024, with over 770,000 individuals affected.


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