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Christopher Graves. Burden of Homelessness. Lack of affordable, safe, and permanent housing. . What is Homelessness?. War Veterans Emotionally Disturbed People People Traumatized at Young Age Impoverished Families Children. Who are the Homeless? . Children . June. Rebecca. George.
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Christopher Graves Burden of Homelessness
Lack of affordable, safe, and permanent housing. What is Homelessness?
War Veterans Emotionally Disturbed People People Traumatized at Young Age Impoverished Families Children Who are the Homeless?
Children June Rebecca George Dakota
2 million homeless Mental health problems Physical/sexual abuse The Dole United Kingdom
Women and Children Escaping Abuse 2/3 of children have witnessed abuse Estimated poverty line - $328/week S.A.A.P. Australia
Make it known there are programs Transitional Housing Numerous Workshops at Homeless Shelters What can we do?
Intern at The Dwelling Place http://thedwellingplaceva.org/programs.html Mentor – Dana Braxton: Volunteer Coordinator Personal Growth Project – to find out what I can do for my community Senior Project
Taking the children to activities Organizing in the office Activities
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