Many of these persons are homeless due to job loss, domestic violence, untreated medical or mental health issues, poverty, or lack of family support. People experiencing homelessness are vulnerable to increased incidents of crime, effects of trauma, and isolation from much-needed services and supports. Homeless children are particularly vulnerable. The loss of housing for a child is often accompanied by developmental, emotional, and cognitive delays, disruption in school attendance and exposure to crime, victimization, and poor health.
