A group that is “at risk,” will have certain risk factors in place that may potentially put them in a high-risk status such as being overweight, smoking, and no physical activity. With these specific risk factors, a person could be at risk for diabetes, heart disease, lung cancer, and hypertension. However, it does not necessarily mean they will develop these chronic conditions.  A vulnerable group is one that is more inclined to suffer from health-related issues, have difficulties obtaining care for their health conditions, and are more likely to encounter poor outcomes or shorter life-span because of their problems.  Vulnerable populations have certain attributes that place them in this category.  Some of these groups can include the poor, homeless, disabled, those with SMI, very young children, and the elderly (Maurer