Homelessness rates in Desert Hot Springs declines, thanks to new approach

Homelessness rates in Desert Hot Springs declines, thanks to new approach

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) - Desert Hot Springs city leaders say they've seen a tremendous improvement in homelessness since working with the Social Action Work Group (SWAG). SWAG focuses on rehabilitation, treatments and focusing on the root causes of homelessness. Under this option, the city will not participate in the CVAG CV-200 program or the partnership with Riverside County, CVAG, and the Coachella Valley Conservation Commission (C…