Understanding Youth Homelessness

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Youth Homelessness

HUD's Definition of Youth Homelessness

“Youth experiencing homelessness include those aged 18-24 who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence. This encompasses youth in shelters, transitional housing, or places not meant for habitation, and those fleeing unsafe living conditions.”

Understanding Youth Homelessness

Causes of Youth Homelessness

Systemic Issues

Lack of affordable housing.

Insufficient access to mental health care.

Social Challenges

Family conflict, abuse, or neglect.

Disproportionate impact on LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and foster care youth.

Economic Barriers

Unemployment or underemployment.

Poverty and lack of educational opportunities.

Contributing Factors

Statistics highlighting

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of homeless youth identify as LGBTQIA+

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aged out of the foster care system.

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youth navigating these challenges.

Testimonials

A young person experiencing homelessness is identified by a community partner and is reffered to the Homeless Coalition for assessment.

Long-term consequences

Impact of Youth Homelessness

Education disruption.

Increased vulnerability to exploitation.

Poor physical and mental health outcomes.

YHDP services

Solutions and Interventions

Diversion funds for immediate needs.

A young person experiencing homelessness.

Transitional and rapid rehousing programs.

A young person experiencing homelessness.

Peer support specialists for mentorship.

A young person experiencing homelessness.

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Understanding Youth Homelessness

Resources

Youth Homelessness

HUD's Definition of Youth Homelessness

Understanding Youth Homelessness

Causes of Youth Homelessness

Systemic Issues

Social Challenges

Economic Barriers

Contributing Factors

Statistics highlighting

youth navigating these challenges.

Testimonials

James Carter

James Carter

James Carter

James Carter

Long-term consequences

Impact of Youth Homelessness

Education disruption.

Increased vulnerability to exploitation.

Poor physical and mental health outcomes.

YHDP services

Solutions and Interventions

Diversion funds for immediate needs.

Transitional and rapid rehousing programs.

Peer support specialists for mentorship.

Resources

Downloadable guides and educational materials for community partners

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