For Homeless Seniors, Getting Into Stable Housing Takes a Village — And a Lot of Luck - KFF Health News
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The number of unhoused seniors in the U.S. is expected to triple by 2030. About half of this population is becoming homeless for the first time. Homeless services struggle to help. Finding affordable housing that’s also accessible for older Americans with medical conditions is an extra challenge.

Summary

Homelessness among U.S. seniors is rising sharply, with housing costs and health issues creating dire conditions.

Kim Hilton, a 68-year-old Montanan, became homeless in 2022 after losing his home due to unaffordable rent. Living in his truck, his health deteriorated, leading to the loss of both legs.

Researchers predict senior homelessness will triple by 2030, overwhelming shelters.

Programs like Medicaid-funded housing and specialized shelters offer some relief, but experts stress the need for more accessible affordable housing to prevent crises like Hilton’s.

  • Porto881English
    2•2 days ago

    I want to see their voting history.

    • Verdant BananaEnglish
      -5•2 days ago

      health of seniors is still in the shitter even after four years of Democrats and the same will be said after four years of Republicans

      quit blaming voters when the elections are always rigged for the corporate overlords to win no matter who is voted for with the outcome always being the same no matter who is in office

      blaming voters is what our jailers want us to do - quit doing the jailers job for them

      our enemy is not each other

      • @SoftTeethEnglish
        2•2 days ago

        Republicans will end Social Security and you will still drink their cum.

        The rich are the enemy, but Democrats are the objectively correct choice for anyone who isn’t rich.