Unaccompanied Women Become an Official Homeless Subpopulation in LA County
Unaccompanied homeless women are more likely than other subgroups to be chronically homeless, to have mental illness, and to have work limitations. Los Angeles County is now recognizing these women as a subgroup in the official homeless count. An assessment will also be conducted to identify this group's unique needs.
Nov 23, 2020 The RAND Blog
After COVID-19: Prevent Homelessness Among Survivors of Domestic Abuse
Without assistance, domestic violence survivors are more likely to be forced into homelessness. Now could be the time to invest in programs that help victims—before a second wave of COVID-19 cases pushes more families into unsafe environments.
Jul 2, 2020 The RAND Blog