Vulnerable Populations Anamarie Donegan BSHS/302 March 21, 2011 Monique Foster Vulnerable Populations There are many different populations in society today. Many of these populations face more challenges than others. One such population is the homeless population. “There are 671,859 people experiencing homelessness on any given night in the United States” (National Alliance to End Homelessness). In this paper, the topic of discussion will be the vulnerable state of homeless people and how critical thinking is used to identify the causes of problems or issues for this population.
Finally, personal issues may affect a person in such a way that they somehow end up homeless. There are many factors that can lead to a person becoming homeless and each person has a different story to tell. Whatever may be the reason for a person becoming homeless, it is the issues that arise from being homeless that are the crucial aspect. Homelessness can have many affects on a persons wellbeing, both physically and mentally. Being out of home can have many implications to a persons health.
Homeless This booklet provides you with information on homelessness in Australia and the rights, polices and community responsibilities of this group, this booklets focuses on the main points below and will be able to answer all question about homelessness and keep you informed. * Legal and social definition * Identifying characteristics and specific needs * Government policies and regulations * Community responsibility and rights of the group * Access to resources * Societal attitudes towards the group and issues of concern for the group * Conflict between the group and community interests * Power within the group and community * Positive contributions that the group makes to the community
The Causes Related to Homelessness; Draft The Causes Related to Homelessness Capella University Scope of human Services HS- 5318 Professor M. Martin By Sandra Wright 2 Abstract The geographical divide that separates the rich from the poor is that some people are privileged and some are not. Homelessness is not a privilege but it is an experience that many people stumble upon. furthermore many people have , since the beginning of time gone through one step after the other through some type of trajectory in their lives experiencing , evictions, financial difficulties , job loss, and mental illnesses before and after becoming homeless . in this report homelessness will be used through different levels of some people’s trajectory in their lives through events that may be the causes related to homelessness. Through recent research and examination of different areas in our nation researchers explored the domains of material , physical and mental health and safety wellbeing of homeless people life chances that has increased for many individuals young and old through different pathways .
Excluded young people are more likely to suffer social and educational disadvantages. This includes all forms of abuse, frequently moving homes, domestic violence, bereavement and homelessness. Young People risks their health through smoking, drug and alcohol use, unsafe sex and becoming parents in their teens. The community they live in is also a factor on their wellbeing. Wellbeing including a sense of safety and stability with positive interaction and community involvement.
Essay: Comparison/Contrast essay: two views on homelessness Instructor: Beasley DIRECTIONS: Write an essay that addresses the following writing topic: WRITING TOPIC—Describe Kozol’s type of the homeless. Describe Bliss’s? Are these authors’ views of the homeless primarily similar, different, or both? Furthermore, which type of homeless person do you think is more problematic to society-- Kozol’s or Bliss’s? Why do you think so, and what theoretical solutions would you propose to make measurable progress in solving the homeless problem?
Kathryn Calimag SFSU 19 June 2015 DSP Essay In the article, “Homelessness Kills,” by Jan Gurley, Gurley writes that there is a common stigma with homelessness and homeless people as a whole, which is that homelessness is inevitable and fixed problem in society, she argues that homelessness is more than just a unavoidable problem in society. Instead both Gurley and the National Coalition for the Homeless argue that homelessness can fall into many different categories and is not just a consequence of peoples’ life style choices (drug addicts). As a society in America we need to change the stigma of homelessness and find a way so most if not all find a place for shelter at least every night. In the US, every time a homeless person was
Analysis: Homelessness HUS4561 Social Problems and Policy Simona Jones-Bain November 17, 2012 St. Petersburg College Analysis: Homelessness Social Problem: Homelessness in Pinellas County Statistics. Homelessness has been a social problem worldwide for decades; however, the homelessness in Pinellas County has been an ever growing concern for city leaders. In 2011 the homeless population in Pinellas County was nearing about 8,000 (Point in time [PIT], 2011). This number includes homeless persons who were sheltered, unsheltered, from school data, and law enforcement (PIT, 2011). In 2009, the homeless population was 6,300(Pinellas County Health and Human Services [PCHHS, 2012).
According surveys, I think high unemployment rate and low employment rate, mental illness and domestic violence can cause people becoming homeless in America. Poverty is closely linked to homeless. Poverty due to high employment rate and low employment rate can trap individuals and can lead to homelessness. Although the United States is recovering from the worst financial crisis in 2008 since the Great Depression, there are still many homeless people suffering from the crisis. Many homeless people who have jobs and can't avoid homelessness, escaping homelessness is virtually impossible for those without a job.
Upon these thoughts I began to ask myself the question is it the community's fault and is the community around us responsible for helping these people get back on their feet and restoring their life? It is almost impossible to keep track of the homeless population, partly because they are difficult to find and because it isn’t something for a country to be proud, so it isn’t an issue that gets enough attention. Never the less, homeless people do exist and they are found all over the world. Even though India has the largest number, with 70 million homeless people, this is just 10 percent of its population. There are many contributing factors to becoming homeless.