Category: Homeless Articles

  • Homeless People

    Homeless People

    Homelessness, a stark and unsettling reality, continues to cast a shadow on countless lives across the United States. As endhomelessness.org reveals, in 2023 an alarming 580,466 individuals found themselves without a home on any given night. These staggering figures shed light on the urgent and persistent need for pragmatic solutions to curb the distressing issue…

  • Elderly Homeless

    Elderly Homeless

    As we traverse the winding path of 2023, America stands at a distressing crossroads, witnessing an issue that has long been overlooked but is now impossible to ignore – the alarming rise in elderly homelessness. Year after year, a growing number of senior citizens, individuals who have contributed to the fabric of our society, find…

  • Tackling the Issue of Homelessness Among Veterans: Innovative Approaches and Best Practices

    Tackling the Issue of Homelessness Among Veterans: Innovative Approaches and Best Practices

    Tackling the Issue of Homelessness Among Veterans: Innovative Approaches and Best Practices Homelessness among veterans is a critical issue that affects thousands of men and women who have served their country. According to a 2022 report from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), approximately 37,878 veterans are experiencing homelessness on any given night in the…

  • Breaking the Cycle of Stigmatization and Discrimination: The Impact on Homeless Individuals

    Breaking the Cycle of Stigmatization and Discrimination: The Impact on Homeless Individuals

    Homelessness in America is a complex issue that requires a multifaceted approach to address. A shortage of affordable housing, income inequality, and policy failures are major contributing factors to the crisis. However, there is another significant issue that is often overlooked – stigmatization and discrimination against homeless individuals. The negative attitudes towards homeless individuals can…

  • America’s Homelessness Crisis: A Perfect Storm of Policy and Supply-Demand Failure

    America’s Homelessness Crisis: A Perfect Storm of Policy and Supply-Demand Failure

    America’s Homelessness Crisis: A Perfect Storm of Policy and Supply-Demand Failure: According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness (2022), the homelessness crisis in the US has been exacerbated by a shortage of affordable housing, which has resulted in increased housing insecurity for low-income households. In 2020, over 580,000 people experienced homelessness on a single…

  • The Emotional Toll of Homelessness: Exploring the Challenges and Impact on Mental Health

    The Emotional Toll of Homelessness: Exploring the Challenges and Impact on Mental Health

    The Emotional Toll of Homelessness: Exploring the Challenges and Impact on Mental Health Homelessness is a prevalent issue affecting individuals and communities across the globe. It is a multifaceted problem that can result from a variety of circumstances, including economic hardship, housing instability, and lack of access to social services (National Coalition for the Homeless,…

  • Amidst Rising Homelessness, Hong Kong Community Rallies Together to Provide Support and Hope

    Amidst Rising Homelessness, Hong Kong Community Rallies Together to Provide Support and Hope

    Amidst Rising Homelessness, Hong Kong Community Rallies Together to Provide Support and Hope: Hong Kong, China – In an underpass in the central Hong Kong district of Happy Valley, Michael sits at a table, sorting leftover food from takeaway containers he finds in rubbish bins (Washington & Wang, 2023). The smell of rotting food fills…

  • A New Dawn for Homeless Recovery in 2023

    A New Dawn for Homeless Recovery in 2023

    A New Dawn for Homeless Recovery in 2023 In 2023, there is a glimmer of hope for those experiencing homelessness to get back on their feet. The ongoing pandemic and economic struggles have made the need for affordable housing and support services even more urgent. Finding a stable and secure place to live is the…

  • Homelessness in US Cities: An Overview in 2023

    Homelessness in US Cities: An Overview in 2023

    Homelessness in US Cities: An Overview in 2023 Homelessness continues to be a major issue in the United States, with a growing number of people experiencing homelessness every year. As of 2023, there are an estimated 580,000 people experiencing homelessness, according to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. This marks an increase from…

  • “Emergency Food and Shelter Program: FEMA-funded Support for Individuals and Families in Need”

    “Emergency Food and Shelter Program: FEMA-funded Support for Individuals and Families in Need”

    The Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) is a FEMA-funded initiative that aims to provide shelter, food, and supportive services to individuals and families who are experiencing or at risk of experiencing hunger and/or homelessness. This program supplements the work of local nonprofit and governmental social service organizations, and it is authorized by the McKinney-Vento…