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Why Financial Literacy Matters After Returning Home from War: Reducing Veteran Homelessness by Improving Money Management

Publication ,  Journal Article
Elbogen, EB
Published in: Community Investments
2014

Although mental illness and substance abuse are often cited as root causes of veteran homelessness, a sometimes overlooked factor is difficulty with financial literacy. Drawing on his experience running money management groups at the Durham VA and serving as the principal investigator in a study to improve financial literacy in veterans with psychiatric disabilities, the author explains how and why attaining financial stability through proper money management can be the key to ensuring that veterans are able to maintain stable housing.

Duke Scholars

Published In

Community Investments

Publication Date

2014

Issue

03

Start / End Page

25 / 27
 

Published In

Community Investments

Publication Date

2014

Issue

03

Start / End Page

25 / 27