What Is Homelessness?
Homelessness is a condition where someone lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence. Homeless children are more likely to suffer from hunger and poor physical and emotional health. Child homelessness is a very important and sensitive subject. Teachers and the community need to advocate for this issue as it is more common than we think.
Not having a place to lay their heads at night should be the least of their worries.
NO child has to endure this.
Every child deserves the basic necessity of having shelter.
Why Is Child Homelessness Important?
Child homelessness is important because it can have a severe impact on children's health, education, and overall development. Children experiencing homelessness are more likely to be sick and hungry and have a higher rate of development delays, poor health outcomes, and hospitalization. Children experiencing homelessness are more likely to be chronically absent, change schools, and be suspended. Children experiencing homelessness are more likely to have emotional and behavioral problems and are at a higher risk of suicidality, substance abuse, and risky sexual behavior.
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