Older Missourians who are homeless for the first time point to weaknesses in support systems

By: Meg Cunningham

Outlets: Missouri Independent

Published: June 29, 2026

Words: 1,548

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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When outreach workers with CoMo Mobile Aid surveyed people experiencing homelessness in Columbia, Missouri, earlier this year, one finding stood out — many were older Missourians experiencing homelessness for the first time.

The survey, conducted by CoMo Mobile Aid and a research team at the University of Missouri, found that 59% of those surveyed were experiencing homelessness for the first time, and more than 40% of those surveyed were 50 or older.

Many people …

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