The Lasting Effects of Homelessness

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The Lasting Effects of Homelessness – Trauma, Mental Health & Beyond Join us for this important insight into the lived experience of homelessness. Educator, speaker and writer Matt Vapor will share his personal story, outlining what he experienced, both mentally and physically, while homeless, and the impacts it’s had on his life since. Matt will also touch on some of the systemic issues in our society that make homelessness such a persistent issue. "Matt's candour about his lived experience ensures everyone who he shares this with understands how every interaction they have with a homeless person really matters." - Debra Summers, Manager Customer& library Services, City of Swan