This report summarizes what is known about the characteristics and circumstances of solos in Minnesota, solos’ access to services across Minnesota, and a review of literature related to ways in which solos interact with systems.
A study of solos in Minnesota. Solos are individuals who, by choice or circumstance, function without the support systems traditionally provided by family. Status as a solo can be defined by demographics, relationships, behavioral traits, and other combinations of characteristics. This work focuses on solos born before 1982.
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