Homeless & Crisis

Homelessness refers to a state where individuals or families lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence. It extends beyond just sleeping on the streets and can include living in shelters, temporary accommodations, cars, abandoned buildings, or staying temporarily with friends or family ("couch surfing"). Homelessness can be caused by various factors, including economic hardship, job loss, housing unaffordability, mental health issues, substance abuse, domestic violence, or family breakdown.

Crisis situations encompass a range of challenging events or circumstances that create immediate and overwhelming stress, often jeopardizing an individual's or family's stability. These crises can arise from diverse situations such as sudden job loss, natural disasters, domestic violence, medical emergencies, financial hardship, mental health breakdowns, or traumatic life events. They can result in a loss of housing, safety, financial security, or emotional well-being, leading to a heightened need for immediate support and intervention to navigate through the challenges.

Both homelessness and crisis situations can have far-reaching effects, impacting physical health, mental well-being, relationships, employment, and overall quality of life. Individuals and families experiencing these situations often require multifaceted support systems to help them regain stability, access resources, and rebuild their lives.