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Nonprofit vs. Government: Who's Better at Solving Homelessness?

Homelessness is a major issue in California. Just in the past year, homelessness has increased in Los Angeles by 12.7 percent. What is being done to alleviate this crisis? While cities like San Francisco spend $5,000 per tent per month to house homeless people in parking lots, private organizations like the Dream Center in LA spend only $6,000 per person for a full year of rehabilitation. Will, Amala, and Taylor head to the Dream Center to learn how they're helping the homeless get off the streets and change their lives for the better.