Explore study cohort articles
Each study cohort examines the characteristics and experiences of a group of specialist homelessness services (SHS) clients and provides valuable insights into the support profile of vulnerable client groups over time. Each web article draws on SHSC data from 2011–12 onwards, national as well as state or territory breakdowns have been provided where possible.
Rough sleeping clients in 2016–18
People rough sleeping are the most vulnerable and most visible of Australia’s homeless. Support provided to transition people rough sleeping into more suitable accommodation are provided by Specialist Homelessness Services.
Specialist homelessness services clients
Repeat homelessness
Client housing situation
Children and young people
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Specialist homelessness services and income support among young people
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Specialist homelessness services client pathways: Children on care and protection orders in 2014–17
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Specialist homelessness services client pathways: Young clients aged 18 to 24 in 2018–20
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Specialist homelessness services client pathways: Young clients aged under 18 in 2011–13
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Specialist homelessness services client pathways: Young clients presenting alone in 2015–16
Family, domestic and sexual violence
Client vulnerabilities
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Specialist homelessness services client pathways: Clients exiting custodial arrangements in 2014–17
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Specialist homelessness services client pathways: Clients with mental health issues in 2015–16
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Specialist homelessness services client pathways: Clients with problematic drug or alcohol use in 2015–16
Indigenous Australians