Seeking to identify the psychosocial characteristics of homeless families, 19 mothers of 50 children ages 2-15 living in a hotel for the homeless in Birmingham, England, completed a semistructured interview, the General Health Questionnaire, & the Child Behavior Checklist within a week after admission. The majority of families (74%) had become homeless because of domestic violence. Problems found in both mothers & children are discussed. A significant association was found between child & maternal levels of social dysfunction. Only three mothers & one child were receiving mental health treatment. The reported high rates of psychosocial morbidity indicate the need for further investigation in different types of hotels, & the development of accessible health, educational, & social services for homeless children & their parents. 1 Table, 39 References. Adapted from the source document.