#1 Causes Of Homelessness
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There are several key causes of homelessness in the United States. Over 650,000 people experience homelessness each year, with 42% living unsheltered on the streets. Disability and illness, including mental health and substance abuse issues, contribute greatly as people relying solely on disability income cannot afford housing anywhere in the US. Poverty is also a major factor, as minimum wage is not a living wage and many states do not have affordable housing options. Criminal histories, domestic violence, and natural disasters can also increase homelessness rates.
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Racial disproportionality occurs in the child welfare system when the population of children of color in foster care is higher than that of the general population. The greatest disproportionality is seen at the initial referral to CPS, the decision to remove a child from the home, and for children who remain in care over two years. Mandated reporters submit most referrals to CPS and their exposure bias contributes to higher disproportionality rates. Poverty also increases the likelihood of removal due to exposure bias, though poverty alone does not increase the likelihood of abuse or neglect. Native American, African American, and Hispanic children experience higher rates of referral and time in foster care compared to white children.
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This document discusses mental health issues on both local and global scales. Some key points:
- 450 million people globally suffer from mental disorders, accounting for 25% of disabilities in Western nations. 1 in 10 US children have a mental disorder.
- Mental illness influences physical health by impacting conditions like cardiovascular disease. Treatment is available but many do not receive it.
- Public health challenges include identifying risk factors, increasing awareness/reducing stigma, and improving access to services.
- Schizophrenia affects 21 million worldwide. Risk factors include genetics, stress, socioeconomic status, famine/malnutrition during development. Homelessness is common and increases health risks. Developing nations emphasize community integration over Western alienation.
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- Out-of-wedlock birth rates are not significantly higher in states with higher welfare benefits. Approximately 3/4 of welfare families have 2 children or less, while only 10% have 4 or more children.
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Poverty can be defined in several ways such as relative poverty, which compares incomes to the average, and absolute poverty, which looks at having enough for basic needs. Poverty is measured using indicators like the low income cut-off and depth and duration of living below this level. In Canada in 2009, 3.2 million people lived below the low income cut-off. Causes of poverty include income inequality, costs of living, types of available jobs, and certain groups like women and indigenous people facing higher risks. Experiencing poverty can negatively impact people's physical and mental health as well as social opportunities.
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Funders Together is a 501(c)(3) organization comprised of grantmakers who work collaboratively to end homelessness. It was founded in 2004 by several foundations and corporations. Funders Together promotes evidence-based practices to end homelessness through advocacy, research funding, and aligning philanthropic investments. Their goal is to end chronic homelessness within 5 years, veteran homelessness within 5 years, and homelessness among families, youth, and children within 10 years.
Colleague Voices: We Can End Homelessness
Foundation leaders and experts agree that homelessness can be ended through proven solutions like supportive housing and moving people from shelters into permanent housing quickly. While helping those experiencing homelessness and health issues is challenging, supportive housing models have been shown to help vulnerable people get off the streets and access needed support. Ending homelessness requires cooperation across sectors and implementing what is known to work.
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Foundation leaders and experts agree that homelessness can be ended through proven solutions like supportive housing and quickly moving people from shelters to permanent housing with needed support services. While helping those experiencing homelessness and health issues is challenging, these interventions have been shown to work and reduce costs compared to long-term homelessness. Ending homelessness requires collaboration across government, non-profits, businesses and philanthropy to implement what is known to solve the problem.
Issue #0 Overview
Funders Together is a national network of foundations and corporations committed to ending homelessness. It was founded in 2004 by 5 foundations and 2 corporations that committed $37 million. The network now has 120 members that have collectively committed over $75 million. They work nationally and regionally by sharing best practices, supporting implementing partners, and advocating for solutions like supportive housing that save money long-term. Their goals include leveraging $100 million by 2010 and creating 90,000 new supportive housing units by 2014.
Issue 4 Funding Streams
This document provides an overview of several major federal funding streams available for the creation of housing and services. It describes programs like the Supportive Housing Program, Shelter Plus Care, Emergency Solutions Grants, HUD-VASH, HOPWA, HOME Investment Partnership Program, Housing Choice Vouchers, and Section 811 Supportive Housing for People with Disabilities. Eligibility and purposes vary between programs, which may support individuals, families, veterans, or people with disabilities or HIV/AIDS, and can fund housing development, rental assistance, services, or home repair/purchase assistance.
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Funders Together is a national network of foundations and corporations founded in 2004 with the goal of ending homelessness in America through strategic and effective grantmaking. It currently has over 120 organizational members who have committed over $75 million to support evidence-based programs that provide housing and services. Their goals include building a national network of funders, supporting research to improve practices and policies, advocating for increased resources, and creating over 90,000 new units of supportive housing by 2014.
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This document discusses various grantmaking strategies that foundations can use to help address homelessness, including:
1) Supporting research and demonstration projects to generate evidence and convince communities of effective approaches.
2) Collaborating through regional associations of grantmakers to increase leverage and support for particular populations or programs.
3) Conducting public/media campaigns to share strategies with providers, policymakers, and the press to stay on message and invite other funders.
4) Becoming involved in 10-year plans to end homelessness by setting goals to reduce it over time.
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The document summarizes various subgroups that comprise the homeless population in the United States, including families, chronically homeless individuals, disabled individuals, homeless youth, veterans, and rural homeless. It notes that over 600,000 families experience homelessness each year, accounting for 50% of the homeless population. Additionally, it states that between 150,000-200,000 chronically homeless individuals use 50% of homeless resources and spend an average of 280 days per year in emergency shelters. The document also discusses high rates of mental illness, substance abuse issues, and medical conditions among different homeless groups.
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- 2. Overview There isn’t usually a single reason for someone becoming homeless There are over 650,000 homeless people in the US 42% are unsheltered (living on the streets)
- 3. Disability The prevalence of one or more disabilities among the homeless is at a higher rate than the general population Higher presence of co-occurring disabilities such as substance abuse and mental illness Rely solely on SSI for income – no housing market in the country is affordable with SSI as only income
- 4. Poverty There isn’t a state in the country where a household earning minimum wage can afford a 2 bedroom apartment In CA a household must earn $24/hr to afford a 2 bedroom Current unemployment 9.1% - highest since 1990
- 5. Criminal History More than 10% of those coming in and out of prisons and jail are homeless in the months before their incarceration. For those with mental illness, the rates are even higher—about 20% 49% of homeless adults have spent 5+ days in jail over their lifetimes
- 6. Domestic Violence In a national survey of homeless people, domestic violence was the second most frequently stated cause of homelessness for families Massachusetts study found 92% of homeless women had experienced severe physical or sexual assault, 63% had been victims of violence by an intimate partner
- 7. Natural Disaster Hurricane Katrina resulted in an increase of almost 6,000 homeless in New Orleans 200,000 homes were destroyed by Katrina Rents increased post-Katrina by 3x Almost 30,000 estimated to be homeless after the Fargo, ND floods in 2009
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- Unemployment as of May 31, 2009
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