Why is Homelessness such a huge isssue in the United States? by Kiya Emberson

Stats

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-18 percent of the population in homeless

-50% of homeless have substance abuse problems

-30% of homeless suffer from mental disorders

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-Over the last five years, the total number of people experiencing homelessness has increased by 5.7%

-mental illness may lead to cognitive and behavioral problems that make it difficult to earn a stable income

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a multi-year commitment of $2.8 billion annually to support local homelessness efforts

-In California, there is half a billion in fundings put into creating 55,000 housing units and treatment spots

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2 leading causes of homelessness:

-reduced income

-decrease in work hours

Reduced income?:

-Covid-19 caused incomes to decrease

-high inflation

-stagnant wages

Decreased work hours?:

-technological improvements

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Providing housing centers can help prevent exacerbation of substance abuse and help treat mental disorders.

-in California, there is a schedule in March for there to be affordable physiatric and substance abuse treatment centers.

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-there are more buyers than available housing

-California has a chronic shortage of housing

-also has the largest homeless populaion

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-4.68 billion dollars are going towards building more houses in California

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