Homelessness: Programs and the People They Serve

Homelessness: Programs and the People They Serve
ISBN-10
0788187546
ISBN-13
9780788187544
Series
Homelessness
Category
Homeless persons
Pages
88
Language
English
Published
1999
Publisher
DIANE Publishing
Author
Martha R. Burt

Description

This 1996 Nat. Survey of Homeless Assist. Providers & Clients (NSHAPC) is a landmark study. It was designed to provide updated information about the providers of homeless assistance & the characteristics of homeless persons who use the services. The survey is based on a statistical sample of 76 metropolitan & non-metropolitan areas, including small cities & rural areas. Data for the survey were collected between Oct. 1995 & Nov. 1996. Chapters: design overview; overview of homeless clients; comparing currently with formerly homeless clients & other service users; homeless assistance programs; sampling areas; & program definitions. Charts & tables.

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