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Finland's Model <br /> • Emphasize the importance of providing immediate access to permanent housing without preconditions like <br /> sobriety or employment. <br /> • develop an aggressive strategy to provide affordable housing units,potenti ally using vacant properties and <br /> encouraging newdevelopments. <br /> Implementation Steps for Santa Ana <br /> • Partner with local developers and nonprofits to create more affordable housing units. <br /> • Leverage state and local funding,along with private donations,to subsidize housing projects for the <br /> homeless. <br /> 2.Comprehensive Support Services <br /> Norway and Ireland's Approach <br /> • Provide comprehensive support services that include mental health care,addiction treatment,job training, <br /> and social services integrated into housing solutions. <br /> • Use a case management model to connect individuals to these resources. <br /> Implementation Steps for Santa Ana <br /> • Establish a central hub for services where homeless individuals can easily access housing,healthcare,and <br /> employment services. <br /> • Collaborate with local health organizations,mental health providers,and workforce development programs <br /> to create a seamless service delivery system. <br /> 3.Prevention and Early Intervention <br /> Lessons from Japan <br /> • Focus on preventing horrelessness through early intervention programs aimed at at-risk populations, <br /> including families and i ndividual s facing eviction. <br /> Implementation Steps for Santa Ana <br /> • Implement programs to assist those threatened with eviction or who are in precarious housing situations. <br /> • Create an emergency fund or provide rental assistance to help people stay in their homes during Crises. <br /> d.Data-Driven Policies and Coordination <br /> All Models <br /> ■ Use data to track homelessness trends,service needs,and effectiveness of programs.Coordination among <br /> various agencies and organizations is essential to avoid duplication of efforts and to maximize resources. <br /> Implementation Steps for Santa Ana <br /> ■ develop a centralized,database-driven approach to track homelessness and the effectiveness of <br /> interventions. <br /> • Foster partnerships between city agencies,nonprofits,and the community to ensure program transparency <br /> and accountability. <br /> S.Community Engagement and Education <br /> All Models <br /> • Engage the community to build understanding and support for homeless initiatives,addressing <br /> misconceptions and stigma associated with homelessness. <br /> Implementation Steps for Santa Ana <br /> • Launch public awareness campaigns to educate the corrvnunity about homelessness,its causes.and the <br /> necessary support systems. <br /> • Involve local businesses and residents in volunteer programs or initiatives that support homeless individuals, <br /> fostering a sense of community involvement. <br /> 6.Sustainable Fundinq Models <br />