"Most people think of poverty as being poor resulting from the lack of money and conjure up images tied to communities of color. A more nuanced definition describes it as a state or condition where people lack the financial resources and essentials for a minimum standard of living."
"There are several types of poverty. There is absolute, relative, situational, and generational poverty. Absolute poverty is when basic needs cannot be met-food, shelter, and access to clean drinking water. Relative is when basic needs are largely met, but income levels fall below the area's average. A triggering event (illness, death, divorce, etc.) that has a negative financial impact with the opportunity for recovery describes situational or subjective poverty. Generational poverty is a condition that persists over two or more generations, where escaping the cycle of poverty is difficult."
"More recent data reveals an alarming trend and highlights a disproportionate impact on specific groups and communities. For example, new reports examining childhood poverty in the Bay Area over the last two decades have uncovered concerning trends, root causes, and potential solutions to this growing problem. Older adults are also more likely to be in poverty. About one in six people are food insecure, and over 40K people are homeless in the Bay Area, according to the Bay Area Economic Institute. Technically, these individuals are people in absolute poverty."
"The data for individuals under 18, collected and analyzed from various sources, paints a distressing picture. In the last 20 years, childhood poverty has surged, affecting not only the quantity but also the quality of life for children across the country. This growing problem demands attention and effective solutions to prevent long-term consequences for future generations."
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