A growing number of single, older women are opting to live in their vehicles as a perceived safer alternative to shared housing options, according to housing advocates. This trend is driven by a lack of affordable housing and lengthy wait times for social housing assistance. Advocates report an increase in this situation, highlighting the challenges faced by vulnerable populations. Living in a vehicle provides a sense of personal safety that some women do not feel in communal living arrangements. The situation underscores the critical need for increased investment in affordable and safe housing solutions for seniors. This is not a preferred lifestyle, but a response to systemic issues within the housing market. The advocates emphasize the urgency of addressing the housing crisis to prevent more individuals from facing this predicament.