I. INTRODUCTION TO HOMELESSNESS
Definitions of Homelessness
Homelessness in Durham
II. SECTION ONE: OUTSIDER PERSPECTIVES
Secondary Data Analysis
History
Economy
Government
Housing
Health Services
Rehabilitation Services
Emergency Services
Analysis of Service Provider Interviews
Providers' Definitions of Homelessness
Durham's History with Homelessness
Services Provided
Barriers to Access/Hard to Reach Groups
Interactions Between Cultural/Ethnic Groups
Strengths
Needs
Community Networks and Involvement
Possible Solutions
Perceived Causes of Homelessness
Changing Economy
Lack of Affordable Housing
Lack of Job Training Programs
Addiction and Substance Abuse
Mental Illness
Lack of Voice
Violence/Trauma
Interpersonal Factors
Past and Present Programs
Shelter and Food
Health Care
Job Training
Housing
The Impact of Policies on Homelessness
Discussion
III. SECTION TWO: INSIDER PERSPECTIVES
Analysis of Community Member Interviews
Identities Related to Homelessness
Extent of Homelessness
Different Groups Among the Homeless
Use of Basic Services
Social Networks, Friendships, and Family Ties
Employment and Employability
Transportation
Housing
Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Racism and Race Relations
Health Concerns
Causes of Homelessness
Possible Solutions
Discussion
Comparing Insider and Outsider Perspectives
Homelessness and Identity
Community Member Groups & Service Utilization
Alone: Consequences for Information Support
Other Similarities in Identified Needs/Causes of Homelessness
Shared Strengths
Methods
IRB Application and Approval
Community Contact
Secondary Data Collection
Qualitative Data Collection
Outsider View
Insider View
Qualitative Data Analysis
Methods Discussion
Community Forum Report
Recommendations
References