Older adults who have experienced homelessness are particularly vulnerable to loneliness, which can lead to serious health issues. A study analyzed data from 385 participants in the HOPE HOME study, conducted in Oakland, California, between January 2015 and February 2023. The majority of participants were men and Black, with a significant portion remaining homeless at the time of their first assessment. About 39% met criteria for loneliness. The study found that poor mental health and insufficient social support were directly linked to increased loneliness. Additionally, factors such as poor physical health and prior trauma indirectly contributed to loneliness by worsening mental health. Interestingly, the Shelter-In-Place mandate during the pandemic correlated with reduced loneliness, while regaining housing did not show a similar effect. These results emphasize the importance of addressing mental health, providing trauma-informed care, and enhancing social connections for older adults experiencing homelessness, rather than focusing solely on housing solutions.