Causes of Homelessness

Low Income and Housing

More than at any other time, there is a lack of housing that low income people can afford. Without housing options, people face eviction, instability and homelessness.

Escaping Violence

Many survivors of domestic violence become homeless when leaving an abusive relationship.

Health and Homelessness

Health and homelessness are inextricably linked. Health problems can cause a person’s homelessness as well as be exacerbated by the experience. Housing is key to addressing the health needs of people experiencing homelessness.

Causes of Homelessness

And it might not be the face you imagine. It’s a mom struggling to feed her kids. A man who lost his job. It affects Mothers. Fathers. Sons. Daughters. Brothers. Sisters. Veterans. It could be you or me. And it’s up to us all to help end the tragedy of homelessness.

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A plan to end homelessness:

1. Change the way we think and talk about people experiencing homelessness.

2. Stop making excuses and get involved.

3. Ensure that no one is ever evicted to the streets.

4. Localize solutions to homelessness.

5. Mentor individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness.

6. Encourage local communities to adopt best practices regarding policing and other public services that directly affect homelessness.

7. Expand seasonal winter shelters to operate year-round.

8. Advocate that permanent supportive housing be reserved for the most chronic, most devastated men and women who have experienced long-term homelessness.

9. Increase investment in more life-transforming services.

10. Provide everyone with the skills to work.