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Can Austin break the costly cycle of homelessness, jail and crisis? One new program aims to do just that.
Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sam Stark , as published by Austin Current
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The program, called No Wrong Door, involves officers from the Austin Police Department.
A new initiative in Austin aims to help the city's most vulnerable individuals. The program, called No Wrong Door, involves officers from the Austin Police Department. Officers Steven Creamer and Edward Soltys are part of this effort.
Marcus Martin, who was recently released from the Travis County Correctional Complex, has interacted with these officers. He was seen hugging Officer Creamer on his release day. The officers are working to provide a continuity of care for participants like Martin.
Further details about the No Wrong Door program and its goals are available from the Austin Current.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 12, 2026 ·
Source: Austin Current ·
Reading time: 1 min
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