Myth #1: Homelessness is a permanent problem. We will never solve it.
Everyday people are ending their homelessness. Permanent supportive housing, an approach that combines affordable housing with support services for individuals and families living with mental illness or other disabilities — has been proven to reduce homelessness AND save taxpayer dollars otherwise spent on costly shelters and hospitalizations.
Source: https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/myths-and-facts/