Information on Homelessness
"The upheaval these children experience means much more than not having a home - the displacement strains virtually every aspect of family life, damaging the physical and emotional health of family members, interfering with children's education and development, and frequently resulting in the separation of family members. "
-COTS
Below is a list of resources about homelessness of children and families in the United States.
America's Homeless Children
A researched fact sheet detailing the facts and concerns of homeless children in the United States put together by the National Center for Family Homelessness.
Preventing Homelessness in America
An overview of homelessness, and prevention strategies that could help alleviate the problem, provided by Solutions for America.
Facts on Trauma and Homeless Children
A set of facts about child homelessness and trauma, including causes and ways to help, published by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network.
Children and Homelessness - Some Facts
Trends, causes and effects of homelessness of both children and their families. Provided by the Committee of Temporary Shelter
-COTS
Below is a list of resources about homelessness of children and families in the United States.
America's Homeless Children
A researched fact sheet detailing the facts and concerns of homeless children in the United States put together by the National Center for Family Homelessness.
Preventing Homelessness in America
An overview of homelessness, and prevention strategies that could help alleviate the problem, provided by Solutions for America.
Facts on Trauma and Homeless Children
A set of facts about child homelessness and trauma, including causes and ways to help, published by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network.
Children and Homelessness - Some Facts
Trends, causes and effects of homelessness of both children and their families. Provided by the Committee of Temporary Shelter