Prevalence and risk factors of frailty in people experiencing homelessness: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Elsevier, Journal of Frailty and Aging, Volume 14, April 2025
Authors: 
Thomas Cronin , David Healy , Noel McCarthy , Susan M Smith , John Travers

Homelessness encompasses various living situations, including rough sleeping, emergency accommodation, and insecure housing. Whilst no universal definition exists, it is widely acknowledged that homelessness extends beyond the lack of physical shelter.