by Bogdan Lihanceanu | Mar 9, 2017
Prior to the mid-1980s, homelessness was not deemed a federal issue. However, proponents for such legislation eventually created laws and programs that catered to people who were homeless (Mckinney-vento act, 2006). The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (MVA) has...
by Bogdan Lihanceanu | Feb 22, 2017
According to Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority (LAHSA) “The 2016 Greater Los Angeles County found 28,464 homeless persons in the city of Los Angeles, an increase of almost 11% over 2015.” In an effort to take action on the homeless issue in LA County, there has...
by Bogdan Lihanceanu | Feb 22, 2017
Homeless formerly incarcerated women are a marginalized and underserved population that require a multi-disciplinary intervention to address their unique health needs. However, integrated community-based healthcare programs for this population are lacking. Without...
by Bogdan Lihanceanu | Feb 22, 2017
We will present research findings on access to health care, use of the Emergency Department, and housing outcomes in older homeless adults. The presentation will present findings from the HOPE HOME Study, the only longitudinal study of older homeless adults. We will...
by Bogdan Lihanceanu | Jan 5, 2017
Homelessness is a complex, multi-faceted and serious public health issue. Women and children are the fastest growing homeless population. Being a homeless family has implications on proper nutrition and the ability to develop consistent and positive relationships...