The Number of People Living On The Streets of Oahu Has Nearly Doubled in the Last Decade - Honolulu Civil Beat
More people than ever are sleeping on streets, parks and beaches, according to data from an annual homeless survey (Civil Beat).
The unsheltered homeless population has continued to grow year-over-year, doubling in the last decade. (Civil Beat)
Hawaii has “chronically homeless” persons suffering homelessness for over six months, with many facing mental and/or physical health conditions.
Hawaii’s homeless have a life expectancy 30 years lower than the general population.
Hawaii homeless have high rates of mental illness, addiction, and PTSD
Hawaii homeless are disproportionately Native Hawaiian.
Findings from the Office of the Lt. Governor of Hawaii, U.S. Government, and Civil Beat.
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