Individual Homelessness: Entries, Exits, and Policy

@article{OFlaherty2012IndividualHE,
  title={Individual Homelessness: Entries, Exits, and Policy},
  author={Brendan O'Flaherty},
  journal={Journal of Housing Economics},
  year={2012},
  volume={21},
  pages={77-100}
}
  • B. O'Flaherty
  • Published 1 June 2012
  • Economics
  • Journal of Housing Economics
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