Below is an article addressing what we at http://Houseless.net like to refer to as: "The HOUSELESS", not homeless.
With living as "The HOUSELESS", one realizes what works and does not. See, those who volunteer, get paid and/or otherwise try to help for what ever their reason, they do not live with being part of "The HOUSELESS" community on a 24 hour clock.
In the article there are 5 topics which some state are more important than others. If their list is numbered in order of importance, then it is clear why "The HOUSELESS" population may never be adequately dealt with.
We will be presenting our version of importance variables which are needed to put into place in hopes of truly addressing "The HOUSELESS" population.
Help the Young!
Open those church doors now if our Creators' church!
Listen to those who have endured and survived Houselessness.
STOP just walking past humans who are in need!
How about instead of just bringing something to drink, you actually involve yourself in helping?
Worrying about ones pets are down on our preliminary list since we believe animals can not take care of humans. When humans are up and running - so to speak -, they can take care of any animals thereof. The US spends way too much money, attention and vanity on animals, so would it not be better to focus more of those resources on humans?
With living as "The HOUSELESS", one realizes what works and does not. See, those who volunteer, get paid and/or otherwise try to help for what ever their reason, they do not live with being part of "The HOUSELESS" community on a 24 hour clock.
In the article there are 5 topics which some state are more important than others. If their list is numbered in order of importance, then it is clear why "The HOUSELESS" population may never be adequately dealt with.
We will be presenting our version of importance variables which are needed to put into place in hopes of truly addressing "The HOUSELESS" population.
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Help the Young!
Open those church doors now if our Creators' church!
Listen to those who have endured and survived Houselessness.
STOP just walking past humans who are in need!
How about instead of just bringing something to drink, you actually involve yourself in helping?
Worrying about ones pets are down on our preliminary list since we believe animals can not take care of humans. When humans are up and running - so to speak -, they can take care of any animals thereof. The US spends way too much money, attention and vanity on animals, so would it not be better to focus more of those resources on humans?
5 Ways To Help Homeless People Living On America's Streets
The Huffington Post
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By Eleanor Goldberg
Posted: 12/10/2012
According to a recent Housing and Urban Development report, an estimated 633,782 people are homeless in the U.S. When the agency conducted its homeless count in 2011, it found that 636,000 were living on the streets and in shelters, the Associated Press reports. While the report contains some more heartening figures -- for example, the number of homeless veterans dropped by about 7 percent from the year before -- advocates aren't hopeful veteran homelessness will be eliminated by 2015, as the Obama administration projects.
To help empower homeless people, and bring an end to homelessness, consider getting involved in the following advocacy initiatives:
1. Bring Comfort To Homeless Kids
To offer homeless children the comforts every young kid deserves at bedtime, Project Night Night fills up totes with a cozy blanket, a children's book and a stuffed animal. The 25,000 care packages the nonprofit doles out each year aim to ease the psychological trauma homeless children suffer, while also promoting reading and family bonding. Find out how you can get involved with Project Night Night here.
2. Feed Homeless Pets
An estimated 5 to 10 percent of homeless people keep cats or dogs, which many rely on for companionship and protection. To help those who are struggling to find shelter and food for themselves, and their furry best friends, consider getting involved with Pets of the Homeless. This nonprofit brings pet food and veterinary care to those in need. Find out how you can pitch in or make a monetary donationhere.
3. Help Homeless Vets
In its continued effort to end veteran homelessness by 2015, the Department of Veteran Affairs pledged $100 million in grants in July to local organizations nationwide that aid low-income veterans and their families. One nonprofit that’s helping to empower former servicemen and servicewomen is U.S. Vets, an organization that in the course of one year helped 3,000 veterans find housing and more than 1,000 veterans obtain full-time employment. Find out how you can get involved with U.S. Vets here.
4. Give Homeless People A Voice
To put a face to the plight of the homeless in this country, video blog Invisible People documents the day-to-day struggles that come from living without shelter. Founder Mark Horvath, who once lived on the streets of California, aims to use his storytelling platform to make homeless people visible and inspire advocates to take action. Find out how you can get involved here.
5. Get The Government Involved
The National Coalition for the Homeless provides advocacy programs and pushes public policy initiatives with the goal of ending homelessness and protecting homeless people’s rights. The organization's main policy focus is its Bring America Home Act, which would serve as the federal government’s first comprehensive response to the causes and consequences of homelessness. Learn how to get involved here.
