Assistance Barriers for the Homeless
Homelessness can feel like a hopeless situation at times, with no way out. However, there is assistance out there for individuals to help their situation. From homeless shelters to government […]
Resources for the Homeless
What is the best way to help the homeless? What resources are out there to help alleviate their burden? It’s common to wonder how to effectively help the homeless population. […]
Barriers to Accessing Healthcare for the Homeless
Access to healthcare differs among individuals and depends on their circumstances. For instance, barriers to healthcare for the homeless community can vary from lack of transportation to geographic barriers and […]
Diabetes In Homelessness
On Sunday, December 12th, 2021, Project Downtown Orlando (PDO) and the American Muslim Community Clinics (AMCC) held another mobile healthcare event. This is the third time the two organizations have […]
Health Promotion in the Homeless Population
New campaigns and initiatives for health care and public health are made every year for individuals living in the United States. However, there are questions regarding how to reach the […]
Homeless Adapting to Cooler Temperatures
For most people, the holidays are a joyous time, filled with friends and family. However, that is not the case for everyone. For the homeless population, it may be one […]
Root Causes of Homelessness
During any given night, there are around 2,000 homeless individuals in Central Florida. This population includes men, women, and children across many different backgrounds. The cause of their homelessness is […]
Challenges of Proper Nutrition in Homeless Population
People afflicted with homelessness are preoccupied with trying to make living arrangements for their survival. Often times, another crucial aspect of their survival is neglected: their diet. This article will […]
Medical Mistrust within the Homeless community
Almost 27,487 people are homeless in the state of Florida, ranking Florida to be the 15th state with the most homeless population. 1 While Orlando is known for its scenic […]
COVID-19 and Homelessness
As many states in the U.S. began to remove COVID-19 restrictions and attempt to return to a sense of normalcy, things were starting to look up. However, there has recently […]