First, this approach provides immediate stable housing to homeless individuals or families. Research on the effectiveness of the program was completed by Greenwood et al. (2005) and found that participants remain stably housed for long periods of time, regardless of a history of chronic homelessness. Findings from Aubry, Ecker, and Jette (2014) also highlighted that Housing First was more effective in improving housing stability while reducing homelessness, hospitalization, and incarceration. Housing First works to get people off the streets permanently, but it also seeks to address many other issues the individual may be facing, such as mental illness or substance abuse; issues typically related to homelessness (AHAR, 2014). Although many participants may be skeptical about the services related to their new housing, the services offered have been found to be flexible enough to meet the needs of the individual (Ecker et al., 2014). Service consumers can choose, change, or refuse services if they wish, as well as set their own goals in treatment programs (Ecker et al., 2014). This form of accommodation also allows for secondary benefits. Individuals housed through the Housing First approach are typically housed in close proximity to others facing similar challenges, allowing a sense of community to be built and fostered (Collins et al., 2012). Having a sense of belonging can improve attitudes in building and developing positive relationships with others, which can serve as a safety net to spot early warning signs of an impending crisis (Collins et al., 2012). Another secondary benefit would be an overall improvement in the health of those following the Housing First approach, as well as better and more affordable access to healthcare (Larimer et al., 2009). It is also argued that the Housing First approach is a cheaper alternative