Frequently Asked Questions

Women who enter HOW's programs are homeless and without adequate resources to acquire housing of their own. While the contributing factors leading to homelessness may vary, women and their families face complex economic and personal issues that create instability and turmoil in their lives and the lives of their children. Most women come to HOW with no income and no social support.

What percent of HOW participants have a history of substance use?

Approximately 60% of the women HOW serves have a history of substance use.

What percent of HOW participants have a mental illness?

Thirty percent of HOW participants have a mental illness.

What percent of HOW participants have experienced some form of domestic violence?

Almost one half of the women served by HOW have experienced some form of domestic violence, and between 40% and 50% have experienced physical abuse in their families.

How many women come to the progam with no job-related income?

Half-to-two-thirds of HOW participants have no job-related income when they come to the program.