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Overdose Deaths at Homeless Housing

Summary

People living in a Milpitas apartment complex that's part of a homeless program are freaking out because there have been multiple overdose deaths there. Residents say the contractor isn't doing enough to help, and they're worried the problem is even worse than reported.

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Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Taxpayer money is being spent on a program that seems to be failing its residents, potentially leading to more costs down the line.

✅Who benefits

Honestly, right now, it seems like no one is really benefiting, especially the people living there who are scared.

⚠️Who could be affected

The residents of the complex, both those in the program and potentially others, are being harmed by the unsafe conditions and lack of effective support.

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San Jose Spotlight - MilpitasSep 23, 2024

Suspected overdose deaths add up at Milpitas apartments - San José Spotlight

People with drug and alcohol problems have for years found refuge at a long-term homeless housing program known as Hillview Court in Milpitas. But for an alarming number of them, the promise of stability and support has led to death.

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