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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