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From homeless to a place of their own: How ‘A Tiny Home for Good’ is helping people rebuild their lives
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 10, 2026
· 5 min read
By Meg Dunn, CNN
Syracuse, NY (CNN) — Andrew Lunetta saw the same pattern over and over while working at homeless shelters in Syracuse, New York.
Men would leave, move into the cheapest housing available, and soon return looking for a bed.
“It was a matter of months, sometimes weeks, that t...
Key takeaway “It was a matter of months, sometimes weeks, that the same men would come back to the shelter,” said Lunetta, 36.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's own struggles with homelessness make the work of A Tiny Home for Good a compelling model to consider. As the city continues to grapple with providing effective housing solutions, the Syracuse nonprofit's emphasis on tiny homes and long-term support could offer valuable lessons. The need for stable, individualized housing is just as pressing in El Paso, where residents may face similar challenges in overcoming trauma, mental illness, or substance use disorder. By providing a sense of calm and autonomy, tiny homes could help individuals rebuild their lives and achieve long-term stability. El Paso's community leaders and organizations may want to explore how a similar approach could be adapted to address the city's unique needs and challenges, potentially leading to more effective and sustainable solutions for those experiencing homelessness.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? By Meg Dunn, CNN
Syracuse, NY (CNN) — Andrew Lunetta saw the same pattern over and over while working at homeless shelters in Syracuse, New York.
Men would leave, move into the cheapest housing available, and soon return looking for a bed.
“It was a matter of months, sometimes weeks, that t...
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