As of today, 83% to 90% of all homeless families are headed by single mothers. Due to this, they are more vulnerable to several interlinked factors. In two-parent families, both parents share the burden of raising children and maintaining a house. However, that is not the same for single parents. This makes it far more difficult to cover basic needs, let alone pay rent, utility bills, and several other challenges.
Low Income
Single mothers’ roles as sole breadwinners for their families often stretch them financially. Balancing work and family can limit promotion opportunities and lead to poorly paid jobs, leaving parents constantly feeling they lack enough money for their families. A study done on single mothers has revealed that they are financially unable to meet other unforeseen expenses, hence the need to empower them with more funds, grants, and support.
Emotional Burden
Single mothers face many emotional problems because parenting is not an easy task, especially when one is doing it alone. Lack of support from a partner often leads to feelings of loneliness, isolation, and even burnout. The stresses of the job, the constant demands of child-rearing, and the lack of spare time all can add up to increased levels of stress and even depression.
Lack Of Support
Single mothers face a lack of support in their social circles in terms of emotional and practical support. Moreover, this lack of help can really worsen their loneliness and subsequently increase the difficulties that they are likely to encounter. Furthermore, the absence of any form of support means that even something as simple as getting a babysitter can be a daunting and near on impossible task.
Twice The Responsibilities
It became clear that single mothers have quite a number of difficulties in managing their work-life balance. High cost and scarce availability of childcare make it hard for them to balance work and family, they may have to sacrifice either working hours of parenting time. The pressure created by the impossibility of performing both roles to perfection is the cause of guilt.
Stigma And Judgment
Social prejudices and negative attitudes often target single mothers, often accusing them of immoral character, dependence, and incompetence in handling their children. This kind of criticism, especially where it is unwarranted, is likely to make the person feel inadequate or ashamed. They are always under pressure to demonstrate they are good parents to their children.
A Safe Haven For Single Parents At Noble Shelters!
Noble Shelters welcomes single mothers with a warm welcome to their transitional housing for single mothers near Corpus Christi, Texas. Our community shines in providing a wonderful and supportive environment for homeless families. Contact us at Noble Shelters, which is an affordable housing for all.
