In Las Vegas, case manager Bryon Johnson searches underground tunnels beneath the city to find homeless clients living in unsafe conditions. Many people hide in these tunnels to avoid encampment sweeps, extreme weather, and high housing costs. Outreach workers have observed an increase in drug addiction and health issues among those living underground, making it challenging to convince them to seek care above ground. Despite the risks, some homeless individuals feel safer in the tunnels. Organizations like Shine a Light provide outreach, housing referrals, and drug treatment services to help homeless people transition out of the tunnels and into safer living conditions.
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Caseworkers Coax Homeless People out of Las Vegas’ Tunnels for Treatment
