Homelessness, also known as houselessness or being unhoused or unsheltered, is the condition of lacking stable, safe, and functional housing.

Oct 15, 2024 · Homelessness can be defined in several ways. Commonly, people are considered to be experiencing homelessness if they stay in a shelter, live in transitional housing, or sleep …

Sep 4, 2025 · Homelessness increased 18 percent, from 653,104 people during the 2023 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count. to 771,480 people during the 2024 PIT. Demand for homeless services is …

Feb 28, 2025 · Over 240,000 homeless Americans — 31.6% of the homeless population — identified as Black, African American, or African in 2024. This was the largest population of …

Mar 24, 2025 · Working in partnership with national experts in homelessness, mental health, and substance use services, HHRC develops and delivers comprehensive resources, webinars, …

Offering emergency or transitional shelters to provide a warm, secure place for men, women, and children experiencing homelessness. The number of sheltered individuals with chronic …

Helping people facing homelessness find resources in their communities. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Find Shelter tool provides information about …

6 days ago · homelessness, the state of having no home or permanent place of residence. Few social problems are as visible as the plight of homeless people. Once almost invisible and …

We envision a world where everyone has a safe, decent, affordable and accessible home. Our mission is to prevent and end homelessness while ensuring the immediate needs of those …

Homelessness in the United States is an urgent public health issue and humanitarian crisis. It impacts cities, suburbs, and rural towns in every state. Housing is a social determinant of …