The primary cause of homelessness is the lack of affordable housing, which makes it difficult for people to find a place to live that they can afford.

Homeless people are often characterized by mental illness, substance abuse, and unemployment, but home ownership is not a common characteristic.

The estimated number of homeless people in the United States is approximately 500,000.

Enacting rent control laws is not a potential solution to homelessness, as it can actually make it more difficult for people to find affordable housing.

Episodic homelessness is the most common type of homelessness, and it refers to people who experience homelessness for short periods of time, often due to a sudden loss of income or a housing crisis.

Aging out of foster care is not a factor that contributes to homelessness among youth, as it is a result of homelessness.

The average age of a homeless person is approximately 35 years old.

Increased risk of obesity is not a health risk associated with homelessness, as homeless people are often malnourished.

The best way to help homeless people is to provide them with a combination of financial assistance, food and shelter, and help finding a job.

Governments can address homelessness by building more affordable housing, providing mental health and substance abuse treatment, and creating job training programs.