To serve our community better, we like to know what you think about homelessness. We invite you to take a quick survey. Your opinion matters to us, and this helps us plan for the future. Thank you for your time in sharing your opinion. Community SurveyPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Where do you live? *VernonEnderbyArmstrongKelownaOtherIn which city?Do you care or have an interest in homelessness in your community? *YesSomewhatIndifferentNoHow do you view homeless people? (Select your top 3 choices) *People with substance use disordersPeople that live in povertyPeople that do not belong in our communityPeople that need our help and supportPeople that are a strain on the communityPeople that need a job and provide for themselvesNo opinionDo you believe homelessness is a challenge that affects our entire community? *YesNoIn your opinion, what causes homelessness? (Select your top 3 choices) *Lack of affordable housingPeople choose to be homelessDiscriminationLack of adequate incomeTraumatic eventsAlcohol or drug addictionLazinessPovertyOutdoor lifestyleAccess to health supportsMental HealthDomestic violenceI don't know exactly, but like to know moreNo opinionAs a community, what can we do about homelessness? (Select your top 3 choices) *Provide more affordable housingProvide food, clothing and other basic needsEducate the community about homelessness in Vernon and surrounding areasProvide more shelter opportunitiesIncrease income assistance, minimum wageProvide alcohol and drugs detox and recovery opportunitiesProvide job opportunitiesProvide mental health servicesDo nothingI don’t knowWhich organizations in Vernon help the homeless? (You can select multiple) *Archway Society for Domestic PeaceCammy LaFleur Street ClinicCity of VernonDowntown Primary Care CenterGospel MissionInterior HealthJohn Howard SocietyNorth Okanagan Community ChaplaincySalvation Army House of HopeHope OutreachTurning Points CollaborativeUpper Room MissionNot aware of anyOtherWhich organization? (Please provide a name not listed above) *Would you like to see the homelessness problem solved? *YesNoIt will never be solvedWho do you think is responsible for solving homelessness? (Select your top 3 choices) *The Federal Government of CanadaThe Provincial Government of BCThe City of VernonThe ChurchNon-Profit organizationsUs - The communityHomeless people themselvesOtherWho do you think is responsible? *How are you willing to participate in the homeless problem? (Select your top 3 choices) *Volunteer at community organizationsSupport non-profit community organizations financiallyHelp an individual on the streetDonate resources like food, clothing and other suppliesI'm not comfortable with helping homeless peopleNot willing to participate in this problemOtherHow are you willing to participate in the homeless problem? *In which area would you like to see more investment? (Select your top 3 choices) *Substance use detox and recovery programsMore Shelter SpaceLow-income HousingHarm reduction servicesFinancial aidJob opportunitiesClean drug supplyNothingOtherIn which area would you like to see more investment? *Are you familiar with the services the Upper Room Mission provides? *YesNoI want to know moreWould you like to stay informed about the Upper Room Mission efforts to fight homelessness and poverty? *YesNoEmail *Name *FirstLastAny other feedback you would like to give the Upper Room Mission?Submit By Upper Room Mission 23 October 2022
