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eFit for Individuals & Caregivers: Poverty
Poverty is not having what is needed to live. It is a combination of having little money, poor housing, and poor access to basic goods, services, health and well-being. 70% of older adults’ incomes are from fixed sources such as pensions and government benefits. This means older adults do not have much flexibility in their budgets for unplanned health expenses.
Poverty by Age in Canada [PDF] (Source: Canadian Council on Social Development)
Causes of Homelessness ( Homeless Hub ):
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How does homelessness affect senior women? ( Homeless Hub ):
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Indigenous Peoples ( Homeless Hub ):
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Myths and Questions About Homelessness ( Homeless Hub ):
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Supporting communities to prevent and end homelessness: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning and 2-Spirited (LGBTQ2S) ( Homeless Hub ):
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The National Shelter Study 2005-2009 ( Homeless Hub ):
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What are the pathways to homelessness in old age? ( Homeless Hub ):
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