Terminology
Who Am I
Causes of Homelessness
100
The state or condition of having no home
What is homelessness
100
A crisis service organization which helps homeless people
What is Salvation Army
100
Homeless families have many traits that are affiliated with lasting poverty
What is Persistent poverty
200
A term which refers to people who may become homeless because of their risky economic and or housing situations
What is at risk homelessness
200
This group of people are the most shelter requesters when they experience homelessness.
Who are African Americans
200
Mental health and substance abuse problems are common among homeless families. This also includes physical health problems.
What is Behavioral Disorders
300
A home that houses chilldren that cannot live with their families
What is a group home
300
36% of this group of people request shelters
Who are teen mothers
300
Some evidence suggests that families who are on the verge of homelessness obtain substantial assistance from families and friends, but eventually wear out their welcomes. Social isolation is often proposed as an essential element of homelessness.
What is Impoverished Social Networks
400
A place that provides temporary residence for the homeless
What is a Homeless shelter
400
31% of this ethnic group is affected by homelessness
Who are latinos
400
Primary cause of homelessness among families
What is Loss of Affordable Housing
500
People that don't appear homeless but sleep in homes of friends and family
What is hidden homeless
500
A large majority of this group of homeless population are people who suffer from mental illness or other severe health problems.
Who are street homeless
500
Some families have to leave their homes abruptly because of aggressive behaviors that they experience at home
What is domestic violence
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