How does homelessness affect senior women?

In 2013, the OECD reported that Canada has a low old-age poverty rate compared to other OECD countries—7.2%—but it is rising while other countries’ are decreasing. Unsurprisingly, the same report found that the biggest increase in old-age poverty occurred among elderly women, especially those who are divorced or separated. Despite not being the largest group experiencing homelessness, the unique circumstances of senior women should be acknowledged and addressed; especially with growing evidence that homelessness will increase within this population.