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Permanent Supportive Housing for Homeless People - Reframing the Debate.

Authors :
Kertesz, Stefan G.
Baggett, Travis P.
O'Connell, James J.
Buck, David S.
Kushel, Margot B.
Source :
New England Journal of Medicine. 12/1/2016, Vol. 375 Issue 22, p2115-2117. 3p.
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

The authors discuss the need to reconsider the debate over permanent supportive housing for homeples people in the U.S., highlighting the need to focus on best approach to meet the needs of homeless people. They mention the challenges faced by homeless person in terms of physical and health conditions, sexual assaults, and efforts to prevent and end homelessness. Also discussed are studies exploring the degree of homelessness and solutions to homelessness through housing programs.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00284793
Volume :
375
Issue :
22
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New England Journal of Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
120152941
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMp1608326