Karluk Manor

Karluk Manor is a housing facility for homeless alcoholics in Anchorage, Alaska.[1] It is targeted for homeless alcoholics who are not yet ready to quit drinking.[2] It was Alaska's first Housing First residence and has attracted significant controversy.[1][3] The project was approved in 2010 by the Anchorage Planning Commission by a vote of 7–2.[4]

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References
  1. "Inebriate housing proposal spurs hours of talk at hearing". Anchorage Daily News. 2010-07-20. Retrieved 2020-08-19.
  2. "Housing for alcoholics in Anchorage not ready for winter". Fairbanks Daily News Miner.
  3. Theriault Boots, Michelle (May 31, 2016). "Success of Karluk Manor depends on who you ask". Anchorage Daily News.
  4. Demer, Lisa (August 10, 2010). "Board OKs Karluk Manor, pending annual reviews". Anchorage Daily News'.
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