Prescribing New Solutions To Homelessness (Tom Ashbrook, On Point)

Homelessness is a big problem in America. Especially in states like Hawaii, which has the highest rate of homelessness in the country. One Hawaii lawmaker has a radical solution: treat homelessness like a medical condition, and let doctors prescribe state-provided homes as treatment. Is this the best way to “cure” homelessness? And can it work across the country? This hour On Point, tackling homelessness—the Hawaiian way.
Interview:
http://www.wbur.org/onpoint/2017/03/09/hawaii-homelessness-medical