Nursing the Homeless

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This work discusses health and social issues for today's population of youth, but more specifically today's sub-population of homeless youth. The implication of awareness and intervention goals on a national and local level is also discussed, as is the implications this sub-population and their special health needs have upon community health nursing.

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Conclusion

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"Though these statistics are over ten years old they are reflective of the current homeless population, as it grows per capita with the growth of the overall population. The most disturbing remark is the alarming estimates of the lack of access to social services. One organization, making a marked difference in the greater Portland area Is the charity organization, Outside In. Outside In is a charitable organization that serves all the homeless population in the Portland area, with a special focus upon youth issues and needs, they run medical clinics, needle exchange programs, education access programs, and transitional housing programs with great success rates and mostly volunteer resources. (Oliver, 2004, "Outside In; Annual Report, 2003-2004") "

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