Mark DenDekker, 61, became homeless after job loss and injuries. His story is an all-too-familiar one for homeless service providers in San Luis Obispo County, who are tasked with helping people facing a wide range of personal challenges.
Community & Public Health
San Luis Obispo County faces rising senior homelessness, with many struggling to access healthcare, housing, and basic needs. This is the second in a three-part series — Aging on the Streets — on senior homelessness in the county.
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The more people I interviewed, the more I learned that people are often deeply curious about the health and safety of their water.
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