Which of the following best describes the contributions of dorothea dix? dorothea dix found the first homeless shelter for poverty stricken families in the late 1800s. dorothea dix educated people about mental illness and the possibility of recovery for most patients. dorothea dix was an outspoken supporter of equal educational opportunities for all american children. dorothea dix informed the public about the importance of refraining from making or consuming alcohol.