Which of the following best describes the term "literally homeless"? (Select all that apply.)
a. Lacking a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence
b. Lacking a family residence
c. Living in a place not typically used for human sleeping
d. Living in a temporary living accommodation such as a hotel
e. Living full-time in a recreational vehicle
f.
Sleeping in an extended-care facility or hospital
ANS: A, C
Literally homeless is described as individuals and families who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence and includes a subset for an individual who resided in an emergency shelter or a place not meant for human habitation and who is exiting an institution where he or she temporarily resided. The term "literally homeless" is not used to describe those lacking a family residence, living in a temporary living accommodation such as a hotel or recreational vehicle, or sleeping in an extended care facility or hospital.
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