“Tragic Waste of Young Lives” Lost To Homelessness

Crisis has released new research warning of a 'tragic waste of young lives' lost to homelessness. The Nations Apart report reveals that half of all homeless people first become homeless aged under-21, with the majority going through the experience again and again because they don’t get the help they need.  The research provides the first ever profile of single homeless people across England, Wales and Scotland, showing the reasons people first become homeless and the horrific consequences for their lives. It warns that people who become homeless at a young age often face a vicious cycle that leaves them vulnerable to violence, substance abuse and problems with mental and physical health. Read more on the Crisis website.