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Homelessness has been around since the late 1600's.  In the 60's, it started with mental hospitals closing down and releasing patients. The homeless are a result of poverty in America as well as a decline in housing options.

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Homeless encampments or "tent cities" are filled with people and trash. These places pollute the earth and are also filled with diseases including Hepatitis A. The homeless live in tents, on the streets, or even in parks. During the day, some try to collect money or items that they can put to use, while others stay at their camps and do nothing.

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There are many programs available to the homeless in today's society. The homeless have access to shelters, where they are allowed to sleep.  The shelters also have food and water.  Some programs for the homeless include

Continuum of Care Program (CoC)

Emergency Solutions Grants Program (ESG)

Rural Housing Stability Assistance Program (RHSP)

Defense Base Closure and Realignment Program (BRAC)

HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Program (HUD-VASH)

Title V Program - Federal Surplus Property for Use to Assist the Homeless

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The main cause of homelessness is the loss of a job. Another big reason is family conflict. Many of these people take off from their homes and have no where else to go. The main cause of homelessness for women is domestic violence.