Brisbane's Homeless

A survey was done recently, these were the findings;

249 individuals were identified as experiencing homelessness in Brisbane.

118 (51%) were found to have health conditions associated with a high mortality risk ? this is the vulnerable population.

156 (68%) were identified as rough sleepers, of whom 83 were found to have health conditions associated with a high mortality risk.

16 were over 55 years old, the oldest being 79 years old.

The longest reported length of homelessness was 40 years.

The average years homeless for the vulnerable population is 7.7 years.

The average years homeless for the non-vulnerable population is 4 years.

59 people reported as having a history of Foster Care ? 26%

31 respondents were under 25 years old.

The youngest respondent was 17 years old.

13 of those surveyed identified as Veterans, 7 of whom met the criteria for ?Vulnerable?.

118 people reported a dual diagnosis of mental illness and substance abuse.

66 people reported a history of substance abuse only.

105 people reported IV drug use.

202 people reported at least one behavioral health issue.

48 people identified as Aboriginal, and 19 as New Zealanders