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Joey Essinger
Coverage of Joey Essinger in the Nexus archive.
- A $25 million lifeline in Philly for unhoused drug users with major health challenges
A $25 million program in Philadelphia is providing support for unhoused individuals with drug use and health challenges. Joey Essinger, an unhoused individual, recovered from heroin use and homelessness after joining the program, though he now requires a wheelchair due to a foot injury.