The HomelessA look at their rapport and communication.

Who are the homeless people in society?

How do they communicate with the public?Where do they live (personal space).

Who and what are their support systems.How do they interact with technology?

Barriers of communication (mental illness, substance abuse).

According to the Stewart B. McKinney Act, 42 U.S.C. § 11301, et seq. (1994), a person is considered homeless who "lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate night- time residence...

Their Environment

Many of them live within their own subculture, staying together in shelters, encampments, abandoned buildings and

storage lockers.

Group InteractionsThe homeless tend to interact well within

their group. There is no differential when it comes to race, gender, age, ethnicity.

SupportiveThey have a close support system,

looking out for each other.

Public Communication

Some government services are available, but usually are fraught with red tape and

bureaucratic incompetency.

SharingMany in this group will share what they have with others. This dynamic is very similar to a

family culture.

TechnologyMany utilize technology, engaging in Facebook

and chat programs. They access computers from free sources such as a public library or a

community center.

Communication Barriers

Some have additional barriers, like mental illness and substance abuse problems,

creating communication problems with the general public, peers and government

services.

The Challenges ContinueMany variables impact the homeless.

Communication barriers, employment, legal, abuse, financial and lack of housing to name a

few. One dynamic of this group is their bonding

with each other, like a family.

Who is Homeless

Which person would you pick?