Causes
Can mental illness lead someone to become homeless?
Yes
Ages 18 - 24
There are more African American than White homeless, in California.
False.
48% White, 39% African American
Does gender play a role in homelessness?
Yes
What is the number one cause of homelessness in California?
Lack of affordable Housing
What percent of people are below the poverty line in San Diego?
13.8%
The City of San Diego has the lowest homeless rate.
False, 57% are homeless.
What has a higher homeless percentage? Northern County or City of SanDiego?
City of San Diego has the highest
How does Lack of Housing cause homelessness?
Because minimum wage doesn't cover the cost of basic needs, such as rent.
What is the average cost of rent in San Diego?
$2247.00
Community Volunteer Work has an effect on homelessness.
True
What are the three kinds of homelessness?
Chronic, Transitional and Episodic
What are the top three causes of homelessness?
Lack of affordable housing, unemployment and poverty.
What percent of women are homeless?
39%
There are 15,000 homeless children in California public schools.
False, there are 17,000 homeless children.
What is an example of the solutions to homelessness, other than community service.
Emergency Solutions Grant program.
Supportive Housing Multifamily Housing program.
Veterans Housing and Homelessness Prevention program.
How does race play a role in homelessness?
Certain homeless shelters have statistics of higher acceptance to specific races
Out of the 130, 000 homeless in California, how many are Veterans?
10, 800
False, 3rd highest
What two causes lack getting the help needed which eventually lead to homelessness?
Substance (drug) abuse and mental illnesses