Language:EnglishPublisher:Rlpg/GalleysISBN-13:9781538141489ISBN-10:1538141485UPC:9781538141489Book Category:Social Science, Political ScienceBook Subcategory:Poverty & Homelessness, Social Classes & Economic Disparity, Public PolicyBook Topic:Social PolicySize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.45 inchesWeight:0.6504Product ID:SCEVNQ5ZKS
Understanding the Journey from Homelessness to Stability
No Longer Homeless provides a rare and powerful perspective on homelessness by centering the voices of those who have successfully transitioned off the streets. Authored by David Wagner, professor emeritus in sociology and social work at the University of Southern Maine, and Gemma Atticks, this book fills a critical gap in homelessness literature by focusing on the ex-homeless population—a group whose experiences are rarely documented or heard.
What Makes This Book Essential
This book goes beyond statistics and policy discussions to share the detailed lived experiences of individuals who have navigated the complex path from homelessness to housing stability. Their stories reveal the ongoing challenges that persist even after securing housing, offering invaluable insights for anyone working to address homelessness in their community.
The research and narratives presented help readers understand that getting off the streets is not a simple endpoint but the beginning of a continued journey requiring sustained support and resources. These firsthand accounts provide practical lessons for improving intervention strategies and support systems.
For Social Workers, Policymakers, and Community Leaders
No Longer Homeless serves as an essential resource for individuals and organizations working on the front lines of homelessness. The book offers actionable insights for social workers developing case management strategies, policymakers crafting housing-first initiatives, and community organizations designing support programs.
By learning directly from those who have experienced homelessness, readers gain a deeper understanding of the barriers to stability, the factors that enable successful transitions, and the types of ongoing support that make the difference between temporary housing and lasting stability.
About the Authors
David Wagner brings decades of expertise to this work, having authored nine books on homelessness and social issues, including Checkerboard Square: Culture and Resistance in a Homeless Community, which won the prestigious C. Wright Mills Award. His extensive background in sociology and social work provides the academic rigor and compassionate lens necessary for this sensitive subject.
Gemma Atticks, a recent graduate of the Master of Social Work program at the University of Southern Maine, contributes fresh perspectives and contemporary research approaches to the project.
Critical Insights for Understanding Homelessness
This paperback edition presents research and personal narratives that challenge common assumptions about homelessness and recovery. The book emphasizes that individuals, organizations, and communities all play crucial roles in supporting those transitioning from homelessness, and that understanding the ex-homeless experience is key to developing more effective interventions and policies.
Language:EnglishPublisher:Rlpg/GalleysISBN-13:9781538141489ISBN-10:1538141485UPC:9781538141489Book Category:Social Science, Political ScienceBook Subcategory:Poverty & Homelessness, Social Classes & Economic Disparity, Public PolicyBook Topic:Social PolicySize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.45 inchesWeight:0.6504Product ID:SCEVNQ5ZKS
David Wagner is professor emeritus in sociology and social work at the University of Southern Maine. He is the author of nine books, including Checkerboard Square: Culture and Resistance in a Homeless Community, which won the C. Wright Mills Award. Gemma Atticks is a recent graduate of the Master of Social Work program at the University of Southern Maine.
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Understanding the Journey from Homelessness to Stability
No Longer Homeless provides a rare and powerful perspective on homelessness by centering the voices of those who have successfully transitioned off the streets. Authored by David Wagner, professor emeritus in sociology and social work at the University of Southern Maine, and Gemma Atticks, this book fills a critical gap in homelessness literature by focusing on the ex-homeless population—a group whose experiences are rarely documented or heard.
What Makes This Book Essential
This book goes beyond statistics and policy discussions to share the detailed lived experiences of individuals who have navigated the complex path from homelessness to housing stability. Their stories reveal the ongoing challenges that persist even after securing housing, offering invaluable insights for anyone working to address homelessness in their community.
The research and narratives presented help readers understand that getting off the streets is not a simple endpoint but the beginning of a continued journey requiring sustained support and resources. These firsthand accounts provide practical lessons for improving intervention strategies and support systems.
For Social Workers, Policymakers, and Community Leaders
No Longer Homeless serves as an essential resource for individuals and organizations working on the front lines of homelessness. The book offers actionable insights for social workers developing case management strategies, policymakers crafting housing-first initiatives, and community organizations designing support programs.
By learning directly from those who have experienced homelessness, readers gain a deeper understanding of the barriers to stability, the factors that enable successful transitions, and the types of ongoing support that make the difference between temporary housing and lasting stability.
About the Authors
David Wagner brings decades of expertise to this work, having authored nine books on homelessness and social issues, including Checkerboard Square: Culture and Resistance in a Homeless Community, which won the prestigious C. Wright Mills Award. His extensive background in sociology and social work provides the academic rigor and compassionate lens necessary for this sensitive subject.
Gemma Atticks, a recent graduate of the Master of Social Work program at the University of Southern Maine, contributes fresh perspectives and contemporary research approaches to the project.
Critical Insights for Understanding Homelessness
This paperback edition presents research and personal narratives that challenge common assumptions about homelessness and recovery. The book emphasizes that individuals, organizations, and communities all play crucial roles in supporting those transitioning from homelessness, and that understanding the ex-homeless experience is key to developing more effective interventions and policies.
David Wagner is professor emeritus in sociology and social work at the University of Southern Maine. He is the author of nine books, including Checkerboard Square: Culture and Resistance in a Homeless Community, which won the C. Wright Mills Award. Gemma Atticks is a recent graduate of the Master of Social Work program at the University of Southern Maine.
