United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Reports (HUD) Reports Slight Decline in Homelessness in 2012

Based on data reported by more than 3,000 cities and counties across the United States, HUD recently released their report on the national estimate of homelessness for 2012. While the United States was experiencing a historic housing and economic downturn, local communities reported a statistically significant seven percent decline in the number of homeless veterans and individuals experiencing long-term chronic homelessness.