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New Member
posted Jun 6, 2019 3:25:46 AM

What is the definition of homeless

I don't own a home. i'm not paying rent. I've been staying with family. Is that homeless? I'm not on the street.

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New Member
Jun 6, 2019 3:25:55 AM

Okay, I think I got something for you to read that might be able to help you decide for yourself based on your own situation.

I understand there is a fine line between transitional and actual homelessness so I know what you mean.  I've been there myself.

Anyway Here is the federal law regarding the legal definition of homelessness


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New Member
Jun 6, 2019 3:25:47 AM

Does your family claim you?

New Member
Jun 6, 2019 3:25:49 AM

By the sounds of it they can

New Member
Jun 6, 2019 3:25:51 AM

no they don't

New Member
Jun 6, 2019 3:25:52 AM

Do you have any income?

New Member
Jun 6, 2019 3:25:54 AM

yes

New Member
Jun 6, 2019 3:25:55 AM

Okay, I think I got something for you to read that might be able to help you decide for yourself based on your own situation.

I understand there is a fine line between transitional and actual homelessness so I know what you mean.  I've been there myself.

Anyway Here is the federal law regarding the legal definition of homelessness