How the issue of homelessness can contribute to issues of substance abuse and mental illness, and subsequently affect crime rates

Review the below videos related to the issue of homelessness:

• Post a description of how the issue of homelessness can contribute to issues of substance abuse and mental illness, and subsequently affect crime rates.
• How can human service agencies effectively address these issues?
• Would prevention programs work? What type of program would you suggest?
• Describe three (3) new technological trends in the provision of services for the homeless population.

Resources:

• People Power – Homeless Hero
• The Mobile Homeless – USA
• Homeless In America