[GOPJ]

One of them is Alvin Craig Calloway, 58, who’s been homeless for 26 years. He said he has had trouble staying in shelters because of what he sees as onerous rules, and can’t find adequate housing combined with substance-use rehabilitation.

Homeless shelters get just as much money if no one stays overnight... and it's easier. Switch the incentives by giving vouchers to the homeless. Shelters don't get a dime unless 'the homeless' give them a chit for the night's stay.

[nickcarraway]

I have a friend living in his car and a month ago he decided to stay in a shelter. He didn’t even make it until midnight.