Homelessness: A Complex Problem and the Federal Response
HRD-85-40
Published: Apr 09, 1985. Publicly Released: Apr 22, 1985.
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In response to a congressional request, GAO identified trends in poverty for the homeless population, factors affecting these trends, and federal programs providing services to the homeless.
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Substance abuseEconomically depressed areasFederal aid to localitiesFederal aid to statesFood relief programsHealth care servicesIncome maintenance programsLow income housingMental illnessesHomelessness