Document Type
Student Research
Publication Date
2019
Subjects
Homelessness -- Oregon -- Portland, Homelessness -- Literature Reviews
Abstract
This literature review on homeless count methods provides a brief history of homelessness in the U.S., an account of count efforts, and an overview of methods used. It illustrates that no method is capable of providing a comprehensive count of the homeless, and all methods have inherent disadvantages that often rely upon flawed assumptions. The practical impact of these counts on policy is substantial. Therefore, this review should encourage discussion as to what data communities need for policy and program development and implementation, and whether homeless counts actually fulfill this need.
Persistent Identifier
https://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/30844
Citation Details
Lee-Anderson, Jennifer, "Homelessness Count Methodologies Literature Review" (2019). Homelessness Research & Action Collaborative Publications and Presentations. 7.
https://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/30844
Included in
Social Welfare Commons, Social Work Commons, Urban Studies Commons
Description
Copyright Portland State University Homelessness Research & Action Collaborative 2019.
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