Homelessness can affect anyone – from single young people to families with children. It includes people who are sleeping rough, as well as people who are staying in temporary, unstable or substandard accommodation.
Homelessness is not just a housing problem. It has many causes, including the shortage of affordable housing, long-term unemployment, mental health issues, substance abuse and family and relationship breakdown. Among women, domestic violence is the biggest factor for seeking help from homelessness services.
The Department of Communities is committed to implementing a significant reform agenda to reduce homelessness in Queensland by providing affordable housing options and tailored support to people for the duration that they need it.
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