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*Definition of Homeless
Lacks "fixed", regular, and adequate nighttime residence":
- Doubled-up (economic hardship ---not by choice) --- 75%
- Motels, hotels, campgrounds, trailers (No alternative adequate accomodations) - 6%
- Emergency or transtional shelter ---15%
- Public or private place not designated forhuman living such as a parked car, substandard housing, abandoned buildings, bus/train stations - 3.5%
Unaccompanied Youth
"not in the physical custody of a parent of guardian"
- Living situation meets homeless definition
- Eligible for services regardless of reason for separation - ran away or forced to leave home
All protections and rights including immediate enrollment apply
Quick Facts
Every day, homeless children are confronted with stressful, often traumatic events.
- 74% of homeless children worry they will have no place to live.
- 58% worry they will have no place to sleep.
- 87% worry that something bad will happen to their family.
Among school-age homeless students
- 47% have problems such as anxiety, depression, and withdrawal, compared to 18% of other students.
- 36% manifest delinquent or aggressive behavior, compared to 17% of other students.
Among young homeless children:
- One out of five (between 3 and 6 years of age) have emotional problems serious enough to require professional care.
- 16% of homeless preschoolers have behavior problems including severe aggression and hostility
Homeless Children
- Have 4 times the average rate of delayed development and more academic problems than others
- Are suspended twice as often as other children
- Are underserved by special education - 9% to 24% others