List of 33 factors that can cause homelessness:
Economic Factors
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Poverty – Lack of financial resources to afford housing.
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Unemployment – Loss of a job or inability to find stable employment.
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Low Wages – Inadequate income to cover housing and basic needs.
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Rising Housing Costs – High rent or home prices that outpace income growth.
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Lack of Affordable Housing – Insufficient availability of low-cost housing options.
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Evictions – Legal removal from a residence due to inability to pay rent or other disputes.
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Economic Recession – Broader economic downturns that lead to job loss and financial instability.
Social Factors
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Family Conflict – Domestic violence, abuse, or other family issues that force individuals to leave home.
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Divorce or Separation – Loss of shared income or housing after a breakup.
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Lack of Social Support – Absence of friends or family to provide temporary housing or assistance.
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Discrimination – Barriers to housing or employment due to race, gender, sexual orientation, or other factors.
Health and Mental Health Factors
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Mental Illness – Conditions like depression, schizophrenia, or PTSD that make it difficult to maintain housing or employment.
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Substance Abuse – Addiction to drugs or alcohol leading to financial instability or eviction.
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Chronic Illness or Disability – Medical conditions that prevent steady employment or drain financial resources.
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Lack of Access to Healthcare – Inability to address health issues, leading to worsening conditions and financial strain.
Structural and Systemic Factors
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Systemic Inequality – Racial, gender, and economic disparities that limit access to resources.
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Inadequate Social Services – Insufficient government or community programs to support those in need.
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Criminal Background – Difficulty finding employment or housing due to a criminal record.
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Foster Care System Failures – Youth aging out of foster care without adequate support.
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Gentrification – Displacement of low-income residents due to urban development and rising costs.
Natural and Environmental Factors
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Natural Disasters – Hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, or wildfires that destroy homes.
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Climate Change – Long-term environmental changes leading to displacement.
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Pandemics – Health crises that lead to job loss, evictions, or housing instability.
Personal and Situational Factors
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Trauma – Experiences of abuse, violence, or significant loss that disrupt stability.
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Youth Homelessness – Runaways or those forced out of their homes due to family conflict or rejection (e.g., LGBTQ+ youth).
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Veterans’ Issues – Difficulty transitioning back to civilian life, PTSD, or lack of support services.
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Unexpected Emergencies – Sudden financial crises like medical bills, car repairs, or job loss.
Policy and Legal Factors
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Lack of Tenant Protections – Weak laws that favor landlords over tenants.
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Inadequate Minimum Wage Laws – Wages that do not align with the cost of living.
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Cuts to Public Assistance – Reduction in welfare, housing subsidies, or unemployment benefits.
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Criminalization of Homelessness – Laws that penalize sleeping in public or panhandling without addressing root causes.
Cultural and Societal Factors
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Stigma Around Homelessness – Negative perceptions that prevent people from seeking or receiving help.
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Lack of Awareness – Insufficient understanding of homelessness and its causes, leading to inadequate support.
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