Listening to the Silenced: Informing Homeless Shelter Design for Women through Investigation of Site, Situation, and Service

This study reports on the needs of impoverished and homeless women in Canada related specifically to a broad range of shelter characteristics. The findings highlight multiple factors to consider related to aspects of shelter site, situation, and service. Recommendations are made for shelter operators, urban planners, and policy makers to better meet the unique needs of women utilizing shelter services.

Publication Date: 
2010
Pages: 
35-49
Volume: 
32
Issue: 
3
Journal Name: 
Social Development Issues
Location: 
Canada