Low-Income Women Speak out About Housing: A High-Stakes Game of Musical Chairs |
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| Authors: | Joan H. Rollins,Renee N. Saris,& Ingrid Johnston-Robledo |
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| Affiliation: | Rhode Island College,;Ball State University,;State University of New York at Fredonia |
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| Abstract: | This review of the social science literature examines correlates of homelessness. The review is supplemented by the voices of 12 low-income women who are temporarily housed or living in public housing. Homelessness for women is associated with teen pregnancy and parenting, domestic violence, working at minimum-wage jobs, and waiting lists of several years for subsidized housing. We conclude with a summary of women's experiences accessing government housing programs. Public policy recommendations regarding housing programs are made. Government housing programs are briefly described in an Appendix to the article. |
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