Epidemiology of Homeless

If a veterans has low levels of social support when they return home they can be at a greater risk of homelessness. Being unmarried or getting divorced also has a big effect on a veteran’s risk factor for homelessness. Low levels of social support in the first year, social isolation with the status of being unmarried “had the strongest association with homelessness of the 18 factors examined in the study” (Perl 17). Factors that pre-date military service can also affect a veteran’s risk for homelessness. Those who were abused before turning eighteen, experienced a traumatic even or natural disaster, or witnessed a murder all give a veteran a higher risk of being homeless. Having a lack of family support before being enlisted into the army can also lead to homelessness later

Veterans suffer from mental health problems which often lead to homelessness. PTSD, other mental disorders, and trauma contribute to the high percentage of homelessness. These factors may affect social and professional behavior among veterans.

According to the 2012 Annual Homeless Assessment Report released by the Departments of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), an estimated 62,619 veterans were homeless on any given night in 2012. The good news is that the estimate represents a 7.2 percent decline from the 2011 estimate and a 17.2 percent decline compared to the 2009 estimate ("Veterans," 2013). Although progress is being made, there is much to be done. There are veterans with the same needs as the general homeless population, but also veterans with severe physical and mental health disabilities, related to their service, that necessitate permanent housing with supportive services.

This article is more about the relationship between gender and health services among homeless people. Montgomery, and Byrne say a cohort which presents both Veteran Affairs and mainstream homeless programs identifies how homeless veterans become inpatients and outpatients through the VA .Montgomery, and Byrne state “This study uncovered few differences between genders in inpatient use following onset of a Veteran's homeless episode"(237). They thought that many more men use substance abuse outpatient treatment and women use out patent medical treatment. Demographics show that veterans become more at risk among other veterans. Research found that males and female are at higher levels of risk for those who use outpatient treatment only. Illness

The majority of homeless veterans have service connected disabilities that are a direct result of military service; this contributes to a high risk of homelessness among veterans. Unique military skills that are non-essential in the civilian sector, combat related health issues, fractured family relationships and the lack of affordable housing are other factors. Many of them lack a social support network and/or someone to assist them with getting assistance from the government. They may be unaware of the different services they require and are

How often have you stepped out of your house or work and witnessed someone begging for food or money? How many times do you pull up to a stoplight or an on/off ramp to a highway and see someone that seems to be at their lowest? We all have seen this at least once in our lives but I would venture to say it has been many more times than that. Often times these individuals are homeless and searching for ways of how they are going to feed themselves or their families. Homelessness is an epidemic in the United States and it is a devastating social problem.

Homelessness is the lack of acute housing or any form of accommodation, which have not only affected ordinary civilians, but has become a huge problem for the men and women who put their live on the line to protect the United States. Despite the endeavor made by the government, it has failed on it social, economic, and medical reform. There should take a more aggressive approach to spot resources to veterans experiencing homelessness; else the situation will continue to grow.

The homeless older population is a big growing issue, which I agree with you on that there needs to more services to help. The population is growing due to the lifespan is growing. This is great news or a truly a blessing from God so we can spend more time with our love ones. There are many factors that affect this population but one that is big that is impacting the older population is the economy. This is some of the reasons why the older population is becoming homeless. America economy went down hill a few years ago with many older adults losing their jobs, some were let go without their retirement, or forced to take early retirement (Martin, 2014). It is hard for to people to even live off their retirement due to the high living

1. In your text on pages 208-209, the author discusses his research on the homeless population. He refers to the many routes one can take to become homeless. Choose two populations from his list that you think might work in your career as a human service professional. Describe two possible interventions or tasks that you might be involved with in working with each population. What are some of the general skills a human services professional might need to work with these populations?

The term to describe the homeless may have changed over time, however the issue of housing insecurity has remained for some Americans throughout history (Kusmer, 2001). Although the homeless population has always maintained in the United States, homelessness became a national issue in 1870 with the emergence of the “tramp”: these were men that banded together, rode trains illegally and had negative interactions with law enforcement (2001). The movement of the homeless from location to location changed after World War II, and after the 1940s the homeless were typically confined to urban areas (2001). This urbanization of the homeless population continued throughout the remainder of the century.

Many homeless individuals develop health issues after becoming homeless. A study conducted by a team of physicians in New York examined the health status of individuals newly admitted into homeless shelters. These physicians discovered that 60% of individuals had a medical complaint (Caton et al., 2011). A portion of these medical complaints were due to diseases and disorders attained from unsanitary and unstable living conditions. These diseases can include communicable diseases, such as tuberculosis (TB). The same study concluded that more than half of TB cases were a result of becoming infected by others, rather than reactivation of latent TB (Caton et al., 2011). An individual may contract TB, but the bacteria may fall into a dormant, harmless

Some background information on the prevalence of and risk factors for the homeless population, origins and consequences of homelessness, prevention and treatment strategies, and other considerations will be presented.

The purpose of this paper is to discuss current health issues among the homeless population. The paper will also explore the reasons behind homelessness and the society’s perception. According to the National Coalition for the Homeless an individual experiencing homelessness fall into one of the three categories such as, chronic, transitional or episodic homelessness. Medicine or treatment for homeless individuals seeking medical attention, are not as accessible compared to non-homeless individuals due to the culture and rough life style. Neglecting proper housing and health care to underprivileged people is inhumane and increases the homeless population.

Currently in Nevada, there has been a mass increase in the amount of homeless minors that roam the streets. Many of these minors are homeless due to the tragic event of losing their families or being rejected and abandoned by their loved ones. The problem with having minors on the streets is not only the reputation of this state, but mostly the future of these minors. Being homeless denies these minors sufficient amounts of resources for them to get further in life; without enough resources it causes the teens to do deviant acts such a committing robbery.

Some veterans suffer from a mental illness known as PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) when they do not seek medical help they have a higher risk of becoming homeless then those that seek medical advice. This disorder was caused by something that the military veteran experienced while in active duty during war.