When families are displaced after a disaster, they can be displaced for quite some time while waiting for a more permanent housing solution or for a home to be rebuilt. Due to the giant spike in the need for contractors, in a certain location, limited resources, and difficultly delivering materials because of damage and debris, families could be waiting for years. Hotels are a solution, but are not really suitable for family living. High schools are not living environments; multiple families are kept in large rooms with little privacy and a high exposure to germs and illnesses. Shelters provide a better living environment than high schools, but still limit privacy and the ability to stay healthy. Tents are not suitable for long term use, or living. Other issues that occur with daily living are:

• Transportation - To and from work, grocery store, other daily chores, etc.

• ADA – Most facilities used as housing are not suitable for housing people with limited ability on a 24 hour basis.

• Pets – Some families are reluctant to leave their homes without their pets. Those who do cannot have them in the shelters and hotels, due to fear of others, allergies, etc. This can create added tension for the family.

• Food, water, medication, etc. – Shortages of necessary resources.

• City resources are down – In most cases, major storms cause power line damage leading to, in major cases, millions of power outages. Out of state workers are called in for help and due to the damage and debris, it takes time to clear the road for the necessary trucks to come through.

• Managing mind set – After experiencing a natural disaster and losing a home, many of the victims experience feelings of anger, depression, stress, and sometimes even PTSD. Some may not be suitable for group living

• Families need their own space – Families are trying to get back on their feet and back to normal. This can be difficult while being in an uncomfortable environment.

• Language barriers – In areas with diverse languages, it can be hard to communicate when a translator or a bilingual speaker is not present.