MLAW 100 Lecture 15: Affordable Housing

• School: University of Maryland
• Department: Law and Society
• Course: MLAW 100
• Professor: Rashawn Ray

Document Summary

Mlaw 100, dr. rashawn ray - tuesday, october 16, 2018. Homelessness- transience of place and instability and flux in terms of shelter. Are under the age of 24. 85% american population lives paycheck to paycheck. (cid:1152) have a shelter to sleep in. Homeless person- an individual lacking a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence (government definition, drives eligibility for government programs) Public or private place, bridges or cars institutions. Homeless decreases life expectancy by 45 years. Family problems, financial crises, and instability of foster placements (top youth reasons) Chronic homelessness- being homeless for a year in a decade, or four short periods over three-years. Prevents states from operating special schools or classrooms for homeless children. Provide transportation for children whose parents request it. Housing and social services cut in 1980s. Aims to integrate nearly 20 government agencies for better coordination. Focused on veterans, families, and individuals with acute economic crises.