Is it true that many homeless people choose to remain homeless by refusing services? 

Is it true that many homeless people choose to remain homeless by refusing services? 

January 7, 2025

Some homeless people continually refuse services and state they wish to remain unhoused, 93% of individuals experiencing homelessness said they would accept affordable permanent housing if it became available, according to the 2024 Point-In-Time survey. However, there are not enough affordable housing units with the supportive wraparound services necessary for our homeless to keep them successfully housed. Additionally, some homeless individuals who are willing to accept permanent housing are unwilling to accept temporary shelter for various reasons (such as the shelter not allowing pets or requiring couples to separate).