Adverse experiences among single homeless people in Great Britain

Presented by Dr Ian Thomas (ADR Wales) 

People who are homeless can sometimes have other adverse life experiences, such as being in care or periods of mental ill-health. In this seminar I provide an overview of international studies that have looked at the combination of adverse experiences among homeless people. I then report on new findings from a study using statistical analysis (Latent Class Analysis) applied to survey data, which identified four unique patterns of adverse experiences among single homeless people in Great Britain.

Drawing on these findings, I reflect on the adequacy of current support for homeless people, and the need to develop new approaches. By accounting for patterns of adverse experiences, more effective ‘person-centered’ support can be designed—facilitating exits from homelessness and stable housing outcomes.

 

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