4. Homelessness by the numbers Sheltered homeless population: 42% African-American 38 % white 20%Hispanic 4 % Native American 2 % Asian Families with children are among the fastest growing segments of the homeless population In 2003, children under the age of 18 accounted for 39% of the homeless population; 42% of these children were under the age of five 40% of homeless men have served in the armed forces (compared to 34% of the general adult population) The average age of homeless parents is 27-29 years old Almost 2/3 have completed high school or equivalent Persons with severe mental illness represent about 26% of all sheltered homeless persons . Compared to the homeless of the past, today's homeless are: Younger Have more formal education Include more females Include more families (fastest growing population)
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18. Other Online Initiatives www.ibiblio.org/rcip/abouthomelessinfo.html Website offering a myriad of information resources for homeless person, homeless advocates and librarians.