1. Jacob Meza Veterans Homelessness English 350 Wednesday May 9, 2018
High Impact Practices (HIP) Service Learning Internship Community Engagement (SLICE)Presentation
Jacob Meza
Veterans Homelessness
English 350
Wednesday May 9, 2018

2. The problem and crisis
Homeless veterans make up about 11% of the U.S. population, which is about 31 homeless veterans for every 10,000 veterans
Drug and alcohol addicted veterans are most likely to fit into this category and are at a higher risk of becoming chronically homeless.

3. Causes of homeless are increased due to drug and alcohol addiction, legal issues, divorce, PTSD and depression
Many veterans are hesitant in getting assistance through programs because they do not want the responsibilities of rent and other expenses
What are the causes

4. Increased focus on mental health, drug and alcohol support programs that follow up regularly, possibly by active duty personnel or national guard
Identifying veterans at risk before they exit the military, support systems designed to stay in regular contact with recently discharged veterans
Possible solutions

5. Transition programs with an emphasis on drug and alcohol counseling
Mental health and therapy should be readily available at hospitals and college campuses
conclusion