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Navigating Tucson's Homelessness System | Tucson News

When life hits hard—suddenly, unexpectedly—people who’ve never faced homelessness before can find themselves stranded, often just one paycheck away from crisis. In Tucson, help comes from a confusing patchwork of programs, shelters, and hotlines, but there’s hope. The city’s 3-1-1 line connects callers to resources, some staffed by people who’ve been there themselves. New models like STAR Village offer private, supportive spaces for women, while EELS works to stop evictions before they start. The system’s messy, but persistence pays off: reaching out early, even if it takes multiple calls…

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