With little fanfare, Multnomah County has adopted a new policy that lays out rules for how it will distribute tents and tarps to people living outside. “Tents and tarps are life-saving supplies, particularly when adequate shelter and housing are unavailable,” the policy states. “Tents and tarps mitigate the poor health outcomes associated with unsheltered homelessness and provide a limited level of safety, security, and privacy.” Read more at the link in our bio. 📸: bethnakamura #oregon #portlandoregon #portland #tent #tarps #houselessness #homelessness #resources #houselessnessresources #multnomahcounty