Wristbands Connect East County (San Diego) Homeless To Services (KPBS)

Ashley Brown 2/20/188:18 PM

For the past week, the East County Chamber of Commerce has been giving out wristbands to local homeless shelters and first responders. Their goal is to better connect homeless people to services and resources.

"So that they can have them right on their wrist and quickly remind themselves what number to text to," said Eric Lund, the CEO and president of the East County Chamber of Commerce.

People can text "ConnectEC" to 77453, which then gives them options for help covering basic needs such as health and shelter. The idea is to refer them to local resources, like the Crisis House in El Cajon.

To read more of Matt Hoffman's article, please click here.

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