Which is considered the most significant short term issue for homeless people

• Obtaining shelter

• Accessing education

• Gaining Employment

• Increasing Self Esteem

Which of the following statement is true of homelessness in Australia?

• The majority of homeless people are under the age of 25

• The majority of homeless people are living on the streets

• The incidence of homeless women due to domestic violence is decreasing

• There is sufficient temporary accommodation to meet the needs of homeless people

Which pair of factors is most likely to limit people with a disability from having access to services?

• Age & group diversity

• Gender & sense of identity

• Time & employment history

• Location & level of education

Why are statistics regarding long term homelessness in Australia unreliable?

• Homeless people change location frequently

• Homeless shelters do not complete census data

• Homeless people are unable to complete surveys

• Homeless people have low levels of employment

The statement, "All disabled people have the same problems and same needs is an example of:

• group advocacy

• group promotion

• group stereotyping

• group policy direction

Which of the following best describes "individual diversity within a group in context"?

• Individuals having the same needs and characteristics

• Individuals having the ability to access the same services

• Each person being unique and having individual differences

• Each person having services available to satisfy different needs and wants

Which factor determines whether an individual is included in the definition of people with disabilities?

• The individual demonstrates limited employment opportunities

• The individual requires welfare and educational support

• The individual a physical disorder for less than four months

• The individual experiences a total or partial loss or physical or mental function

Which set of services would be most beneficial to homeless youth?

• Education, counselling and health care

• Awareness campaign, medical care and legal aid

• Financial assistance, cheap clothing and improvised shelter

• Job search assistance, respite care and access to resources

How does government legislation attempt to provide equity for specific groups within the community?

• By promoting the well-being of group members

• By protecting the group members from discrimination

• By educating group members of their responsibilities

• By improving community attitudes towards group members

Which statement most applies to people with disabilities?

• They are unlikely to experience discrimination

• They require ongoing assistance with daily activities

• They are reliant on government assistance to support their social needs.

• They have individual and unique differences that need to be recognised.