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Pasadena seeks homeless count volunteers
Volunteers walk through a parking lot in Westwood during the 2023 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count on Wednesday night. Pasadena is currently recruiting teams for its own count.
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Pasadena is looking for volunteers to help with its annual homeless count, which takes place 8 to 10 p.m. on Jan. 21, and again from 6 to 8 a.m. Jan. 22.
Why it matters: Pasadena says the count provides critical data to guide policy and funding decisions surrounding homelessness in the city. It also offers a meaningful opportunity to connect with and support those experiencing homelessness.
What you'll do: On the night of Wednesday, teams will count the number of people living on the streets and administer a survey. The same group of volunteers will also go out again Thursday morning. Teams will also distribute cold weather kits throughout the count.
How to volunteer: Registration to volunteer will remain open until Tuesday. Volunteers must be at least 18 and attend an online orientation to prepare for the count on Jan. 14. Sign up at PasadenaPartnership.org.
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