"California's Homelessness Crisis: Key Findings from Recent Study"

A new study reveals that almost one-third of the US homeless population lives in California, with 50% of all unsheltered people in the country residing in the state. The study found that almost 90% of those surveyed reported that the cost of housing was the main reason they could not escape homelessness. The research shows that California's homeless population is growing older in age, with the median age of participants being 47-years-old, and many are struggling with mental health issues. The study recommends six policy changes to combat the growing housing needs, including increasing access to affordable housing and providing robust supports to match the behavioral health needs of the population.