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A 6 page paper which examines many of the conditions which lead to
homelessness and those conditions which involve the homeless. The paper discusses
socioeconomic concerns, physical and psychological health issues, and environmental
issues. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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6 pages (~225 words per page)
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vulnerable in one way or another when it comes to homelessness. People with jobs, families, and homes have a tendency to think that becoming homeless is something that only applies
to the lazy or the mentally ill. But, the reality is that homelessness can strike almost anyone at any time. In the following paper we examine some of the causes
of homelessness and the conditions which the homeless face. In doing so we offer up an understanding of homelessness that can allow an individual to protect themselves against the possibility
of becoming homeless. Homelessness "America is the wealthiest nation in the world. So why do as many as 3 million Americans currently suffer the pain of homelessness?" (Jones,
1989; p. 12). As can be expected, many people debate exactly what factors are entailed in making an individual homeless. However, most experts "point to four interrelated factors: poverty, federal
budget cuts, a lack of affordable housing, and inadequate care for the mentally ill" (Jones, 1989; p. 12). Now, it should be noted that while this particular article being examined
is written in 1989, the factors and possible causes are still the same. Jones (1989) indicates that "The main reason people are homeless is that they dont have enough
money to pay for food, rent, and other basic necessities. Today, more Americans than ever have jobs," but still "a growing number of Americans are also living below the poverty
level" (p. 12). We note this when we examine how minimum wage does not provide enough income to pay for rent and other necessities. In 1989 minimum wage was $3.35
an hour and a "person who earns the minimum wage and works a 40-hour week makes less than $7,000 a year. Thats almost $5,000 less than the poverty level-the minimum
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