Seeing a homeless person with a cell phone raises eyebrows for some people. A formerly homeless person tells how it was a lifeline.
Homelessness
Addressing homelessness across Brazil: a joint Vincentian effort
by Javier F. Chento | November 12, 2023 | Homelessness, News | 0 Comments
As we remember October 17th’s Eradication of Poverty Day – a day of global significance – we would like to reflect on the plight of those struggling with homelessness in Brazil.
Where Do You Fit In Now?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | October 19, 2023 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 1 Comment
How do you further conversations with people who have different starting points and live in other categories than your own?
Public Transportation – Convenience, Hassle, or Lifeline?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | August 24, 2023 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 1 Comment
A 2015 Harvard study found that access to reliable transportation is the biggest factor in determining whether someone will escape poverty and avoid homelessness.
13 Houses Project Reaches 17 Families in Brazil
by .famvin | August 13, 2023 | Homelessness, News | 0 Comments
Vincent’s Homes
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 11, 2022 | Formation, Homelessness
Vincent’s Homes (Philadelphia, PA, USA) is an outgrowth of the 13 Houses campaign, which has as its focus housing the most vulnerable and providing long-term, stable housing for individuals who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Quick Quiz On Homelessness (Most Will Flunk)
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Jan 20, 2022 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Everything you thought you knew about the homeless population is wrong, at least if your source is the one most people cite- the media or your own personal experience.
Giving Grants To Homeless People?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Oct 15, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Is giving money to homeless people a way help them? It might be squandered, or spent on harmful habits. FACTS do not support such thinking.
Diaries of a Vincentian: Our return from Kenya to Germany
by Sister Magdalena | Oct 11, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
At the end of March this year we were told, all of a sudden, that we – Sr. Lucia, Sr. Dorothea, Sr. Zeituni and I – had to leave Kenya as soon as possible.
Living in a Tent as a Retirement Plan
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Oct 8, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Can you imagine being in the situation of an elderly homeless man living in a tent as a Retirement Plan?
The Legal Issues of Sleeping in a Car
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Oct 1, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Aside from the cramped space and lack of proper facilities, those who live in their vehicles also have to worry about the legality of their lifestyle – something that is frequently in flux as laws change.
What Did St. Vincent Do For Refugees and Street Homeless?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Sep 24, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Continuing the presentation of Fr. Robert Maloney’s research into the amazing facts of St. Vincent’s many initiatives with regard to the homeless of his day.
What did St. Vincent do for the Homeless?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Sep 17, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
The homeless ranked high on Vincent’s agenda. A careful analysis of his life, writings, and conferences produces a very concrete picture of his works on their behalf.
A Hometown Success Story
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Sep 10, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Justice and Peace, Reflections
“More than 95% of those who cycle through [Project HOME]… have never again returned to life on the streets— a success rate that has made the program a model for dozens of other U.S. cities.”
Diaries of a Vincentian: A spoonful of hope! 5ml of vodka at a time
by Dee Mansi | Sep 6, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Mary searched my face for judgement. She really wanted to tell me her story of homelessness without feeling a gaze of disapproval.
A Refresher Course – Homelessness and the Vincentian Family
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Sep 3, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Justice and Peace, Reflections
A refresher course about the Vincentian Family Homeless Alliance – What is the Famvin Homeless Alliance? Its Roots – Collaborative work of the Vincentian Family 400 Years Ago – Updates