Category: Homelessness

  • Homelessness and Its Primary Reasons

    Introduction Every country in the world, no matter how abundant or easy to live in, will have some proportion of homeless people. These citizens do not have a permanent residence for one reason or another and have to spend their nights in the streets or specialized shelters when any are available. Homelessness is generally seen…

  • The Problem of Homelessness in America

    Ethnic minorities remain disproportionately over-represented in the homeless population in the United States. Despite accounting for a small portion of the national population, African Americans, Native Americans, and Hispanic/Latinos are the majority of the homeless in the country, representing 40%, 22%, and 3% of the homeless population, respectively (National Alliance to End Homelessness (NAEH), 2020).…

  • Homelessness to Mass Incarceration

    Introduction Homelessness and incarceration are two experiences with a two-fold correlation. Not only the conditions of homelessness make people vulnerable to the different societal factors that may lead to imprisonment, but also the experience of the incarceration creates a high possibility that the former inmates of the penitentiary institutions will be homeless after leaving the…

  • Christopher Gardners Rise from Homelessness

    Abstract This essay demonstrates the rise of Gardner from homelessness to richness using various psychological theories. These theories offer alternative explanations on crime and influencing factors. Gardners Rise from Homelessness to Financial Success and Current Status Chris Gardner is currently an investor, writer, philanthropist, actor and a motivational speaker who spends about 200 days every…

  • Vulnerabilities Associated With Homelessness

    Table of Contents Introduction Nature of Vulnerability Statistics Federal and State Policies for Reducing Homelessness Measuring Healthy People 2020 Objectives Role of Nurses in the Homeless Population Segments Conclusion Reference List Introduction Due to social status, homeless people in the US are vulnerable to health problems compared to people who are drawn from high socio-economic…

  • The National Alliance to End Homelessness Activity

    Table of Contents Introduction The National Alliance to End Homelessness Impact on the Community Barrier to Public Health and Safety Conclusion References Introduction The impact of housing on peoples health and well-being is substantial. Although homes typically offer security and shelter, poorly constructed or unaffordable housing can adversely affect residents health and safety. Therefore, it…

  • Homelessness in California: Homelessness in California

    Homelessness is defined as a lack of secure, healthy, and appropriate accommodation. California should rethink some of its property rules, provide more money to affordable homes initiatives, and streamline the application form. Housing has traditionally been regarded as one of the most fundamental human requirements. As a result, it is critical to building a social…

  • The Veteran Homelessness Issue Analysis

    Table of Contents Introduction Problem Argument Solution Argument Barriers Argument Conclusion References Introduction I am speaking on behalf of United Way Worldwide on the problem of veteran homelessness in America. For many, after a long day at work or school, being able to go home, whether that be a house, condo, or apartment, and relax…

  • The Problem of Homelessness in Canada

    Table of Contents Introduction Literature Review on Homelessness in Canada Theory of Class Conflict Conclusion Bibliography Footnotes Introduction Homelessness is a common societal issue in Canada and many other developing nations. Every year, about 235,000 people in Canada experience this aspect of homelessness and between 25,000 and 35,000 individuals might be homeless on any particular…

  • A Proposal for Eliminating Homelessness in Columbia, Missouri

    Table of Contents Problem Description Solution Conclusion References The phenomenon of homeless represents a major barrier toward proper quality of life for a number of American individuals. According to the official statistical data, a total of more than 500,000 people in the U.S. are presently homeless (Pattillo et al., 2022). By providing cheaper housing options,…