2. Guideline foci Themes identified Number of Participants who
identified themes through
photographs, stories and interviews
Nutrition/Food Access to food (at least 2 meals/day) 13
Lack of food choices/nutritional food 9
Statements about being hungry 4
Shelter/Housing Shelter/Housing (nights on street) 13
(1 night for one family)
Lack of permanency 12
Communal living concerns/lack of privacy 10
Hygiene concerns 9
Housed during project 2
Safety/Security Concern about personal belongings 7
Generally feels safe 5
Concern about personal safety 2
Support/Resources Initial family/friend support 12
Lack of job resources/concerns 11
Transportation 11
Financial concerns 11
‘Spend Down’ concerns 10
Faith 7
Healthcare Access and
Concerns
Health insurance 11
Health issues/illness 7
Medications 6
Emergency room visits (over last 6 months) 6
Selfreported Mental Health issues 5
Primary Physician 4
Copays 4
Table 2. NonGuideline Themes
Theme Theme description Number of Participants
who identified themes
through photographs,
stories or interviews
Control Parenting issues/concerns 13
Choices/Lack of control 13
Rules 11
Strengths Resilience/Hope/Determination 12
Coping and Survival Strategies 9
Emotions Desire for a Sense of Normalcy 11
Dehumanizing feelings/frustrations 11
Perceptions of others towards self 11
Thankfulness/Appreciation 6