The program is called “Karibu,” which means welcome in Swahili, and will treat Black men struggling with homelessness, drug addictions and mental health issues.
PORTLAND, Ore. — A new treatment facility in Portland for at-risk African-American menheld a grand-opening Tuesday afternoon. It’s called “Karibu,” which means welcome in Swahili.
The building can house up to 14 people and will treat Black men struggling with things like homelessness, drug addictions and mental health issues. Program Manager Tori Smith said the center’s staff are also Black, which helps make the clients for more comfortable.
“The African American and Black Community does not have a tendency to
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