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: California, New York, and Washington report the highest populations.

Homelessness is not just a lack of shelter; it is an "existential crisis" that drastically shortens life expectancy. On average, those who die on the streets live than the general population. Homelessness, housing instability and mental health - PMC homeless

Recent data reveals that homelessness in the United States has reached record levels. The 2024 Point-in-Time count estimated that were experiencing homelessness on a single night, an 18% increase from the previous year. : California, New York, and Washington report the

The Hidden Face of Homelessness: Beyond the Sidewalk The word "homeless" often conjures a single, narrow image: a person sleeping on a city sidewalk or a park bench. However, this visible "sleeping rough" represents only a small fraction of the crisis. In reality, are hidden from view—living in cars, couch surfing with friends, or moving through temporary motel stays without any guarantee of stability. A Growing Crisis in Numbers Homelessness, housing instability and mental health - PMC