Homelessness is a visible problem in big cities and a largely invisible one in small towns and rural areas This issue involves serious consequences for those living on the streets in tent cities or in their cars Homeless people deal with unsanitary conditions crimes inflicted against them and an array of mental emotional and physical health problems Homelessness affects young and old single people and entire families veterans and LGBTQ individuals among others This incisive collection of articles examines the myriad issues faced by communities activists governments and private charities when addressing this vulnerable population Media literacy questions and terms are included to help readers further analyze news coverage and reporting styles