Explore evidence, reports, and tools that inform the Whole of Community Response to Health and Homelessness in London.
Research & Evaluation Reports (Produced by WCR researchers)
Program Impact Reports
“Health and Homelessness Whole of Community System Response: Research & Evaluation Report”
Authors: Western University’s Centre for Research on Health Equity and Social Inclusion
Published: September 2025
Summary: The Health & Homelessness Whole of Community System Response Research and Evaluation Report is the first formal assessment of London’s Whole of Community System Response. The report, developed by the Centre for Research on Health Equity and Social Inclusion (CRHESI) at Western University, provides an evidence-based analysis of progress to date, drawing on quantitative data and qualitative insights to examine outcomes, challenges, and lessons learned within London’s coordinated health and homelessness response.
📄“House of Hope: Impact Report (2025)”
Published by: London Cares (Part of WCR’s Highly Supportive Housing Programs) | December 2024
Summary: This impact report evaluates the outcomes of the House of Hope program, a highly supportive housing initiative under the Whole of Community Response (WCR). The report highlights key metrics related to housing stability, health improvements, and service engagement among residents.
External Reports & White Papers (Relevant but produced by other organizations)
Reports from Governments & Sector Organizations
📄 “Unlocking Solutions: Understanding and Addressing Ontario’s Mental Health and Addictions Supportive Housing Needs”
Authors: Addictions and Mental Health Ontario (AMHO)
Published by: AMHO | March 2025
Summary:
This report explores the critical need for supportive housing tailored to individuals with mental health and addiction challenges in Ontario. It provides a comprehensive look at demand, system gaps, and service user perspectives, alongside practical, evidence-informed policy recommendations. The report calls for coordinated investment in supportive housing, emphasizing it as a key pillar of both health care and homelessness prevention systems.
📄 “Ending Chronic Homelessness in Ontario: Municipal Recommendations for a Coordinated and Accountable System Response”
Authors: Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)
Published by: AMO | January 2025
Summary:
This report presents AMO’s recommendations for ending chronic homelessness across Ontario. It emphasizes the need for a systems-level, whole-of-government approach that aligns housing, health, and social services. The recommendations are grounded in municipal experience and call for strengthened accountability, sustained funding, cross-ministry leadership, and deeper partnerships with Indigenous organizations and service providers.
Academic & Journal Articles
📄 “Developing a system response to health and homelessness: The important role of health leaders”
Authors: Kate Graham, PhD & Matthew Meyer, PhD (WCR Research & Evaluation Team)
Published in: Healthcare Management Forum | July 2024
Summary: This article examines the role of health leaders in the early stages of a community response to address health and homelessness in London, Ontario. Specifically, we explore how leaders from large healthcare-providing organizations have influenced the dynamics of the entire community response. We argue that the high level of engagement from health leaders has been a key ingredient in the early successes of the new approach in London, in part because it validated the reframing of homelessness as a healthcare issue—importantly, changing perceptions about who shares the responsibility to address it.
Community & Media Coverage
Media Articles & Features
Coverage of the 2025 Research & Evaluation Report
London’s Homelessness Response Report Card – Andrew Brown – CBC London Morning (audio interview)
📄 “Interdisciplinary team explores London’s unique approach to addressing homelessness”
Source: Western News
Date: October 2024
Summary: This article highlights the role of Western University researchers in coordinating the evaluation of the Whole of Community Response to Health and Homelessness. It explores the scope of the initiative, key findings, and how the research informs policy and community efforts.
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