Help Us End Youth Homelessness
“Our understanding of the scope and dynamics of youth homelessness is growing. While we continue to learn more every day, we must act now to build the comprehensive and coordinated response that young people need to end their homelessness forever.” (usich.gov)
Stable Housing
Frederick County 2018 Public Schools Population Estimates:
o 748 Homeless Youth
o 123 are considered unaccompanied*
o 115 estimated to be in high school
Permanent Connections Social – Emotional Well Being
The MD Governors Office for Children
o This vulnerable population is more likely to become disconnected and socially disengaged
Education – Employment
United States Interagency Council on Homelessness
Need for Stable housing to promote
o completion of educational and training programs
o Starting and maintaining adequate and stable employment