The State of Housing in America in the 21st Century: A Disability Perspective

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Article Publication Date: 
1/19/2010
Summary: 
This report provides a comprehensive overview of the state of housing in the 21st century and answers important questions about current housing needs and options for people with disabilities in the U.S. It provides evidence of what can be effective in meeting the range of housing needs, including promising practices drawn from real examples, and lessons learned from experts working on housing issues and policy. The report was transmitted to the President of the US; that letter is also attached.
Topics: 
Accessibility; Housing
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Populations: 
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Sources: 
National Council on Disability
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Keywords: 
Community Inclusion
worst-case need; homelessness; environmental sensitivities; mental health issues; accessible and affordable housing; cross-system navigation; integrated and least restrictive choice; federally subsidized housing; geographic dispersion; emergency housing evaluation; national disaster

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