
Community of One: All In
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Survey Responses
Please answer the following question: [#248117]
The number of homeless persons in Virginia Beach is always changing. [#249181]
People are free to be in public spaces regardless of their housing status. [#249197]
Virginia Beach has about the same rate of homelessness as San Diego, California. [#249199]
The average length of stay in a shelter for families in Virginia Beach is 120 days. [#249214]
From September 2018 through September 2023, how many people were triaged and assessed for homeless services through the Housing Resource Center on a walk-in basis? [#248183]
Are you interested in signing up to receive the City's *Be in the Know* email newsletter? The newsletter updates residents about city-wide and district-specific issues. You can unsubscribe at any time. - Email [#248633]
Respondents most frequently discussed the importance of inclusivity and belonging within the community, emphasizing the need for everyone to feel welcome and valued. Many highlighted the significance of open communication and active listening as ways to foster understanding and trust among members. Several responses stressed the role of shared activities and collaborative projects in building stronger connections, with some suggesting regular events or forums to encourage participation.
A recurring theme was the desire for more opportunities to engage with diverse perspectives, with respondents noting that learning from others’ experiences enriches the community. Some mentioned challenges around feeling isolated or unheard, and called for better outreach and support systems to address these issues [e1b2c3d4-5f6a-7b8c-9d0e-1f2a3b4c5d6e].
Comments often included suggestions for improving accessibility, such as providing resources in multiple languages and formats, and ensuring that events are held at convenient times for all. A few respondents expressed appreciation for existing efforts to build community, but encouraged ongoing evaluation and adaptation to meet evolving needs [d4e5f6a7-8b9c-0d1e-2f3a-4b5c6d7e8f9a].
Overall, the responses reflect a strong collective interest in making the community more inclusive, supportive, and responsive to its members.
