Figures on deaths among people who experienced homelessness require solutions-focused health and housing response
People experiencing homelessness experience significantly higher rates of chronic illness and disability than the general population.
People experiencing homelessness experience significantly higher rates of chronic illness and disability than the general population.
The presentations were followed by a facilitated workshop to discuss how the sector is preparing for climate change and climate events, where current priorities lie and what barriers lie in the way to improvement.
In addition to hearing the work of Dr O’Connell the Symposium explored the gaps and opportunities between housing, health and homelessness.