[2] Besides CouchSurfing, many other platforms were created and groups were formed in order to help people who are looking to couch surf connect with potential hosts and other travelers.
The individual may turn to couch surfing as a temporary solution, staying with friends or family members while they search for permanent housing or a way to get back on their feet.
[5] It is different from sleeping on the streets or in a shelter, but it still has significant challenges, including the lack of stability and the strain on an individual.
[7] Individuals experiencing couch surfing homelessness often face uncertainty and instability, which can lead to negative consequences such as difficulty in finding employment, social isolation, and mental health issues.
[9] While safer than sleeping in the rough, couch surfing is not an adequate long term housing solution.