Home at Last?

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In this holiday season, is there a solution to chronic homelessness?

What do homeless people most need to re-enter the fabric of society? Some say the answer is right there in the question: homes. On December 21, NOW investigated a program that secures apartments for the long-term homeless, even if they haven't kicked their bad habits. If you think that sounds crazy, think again. Advocates say this approach reduces costs, encourages self-help and counseling participation, and restores self-esteem. NOW follows a man nicknamed "Footie" who invited us to see this idea in action.

As a holiday gift, see the show for free RIGHT NOW at the NOW website: http://www.pbs.org/now/shows/305/index.html

Also, watch a web-exclusive video report about how some homeless earn a living on the street, and assumption-busting truths about America's homeless population.

Check out as well the Top 10 NOW reports of 2007! www.pbs.org/now

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