Cynthia Griffith, writing for Invisible People, backed up this “new math.”
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Have You Ever Thought About These Issues?
Did you ever think about these issues homeless people face? The following four headlines caught my eye during the past month.
Homeless People with Cell Phones?
Seeing a homeless person with a cell phone raises eyebrows for some people. A formerly homeless person tells how it was a lifeline.
Addressing the Homelessness of College Students
Partnering with St. John’s University in Queens, the Dax Program is designed to assist homeless and housing insecure college students by providing housing, supportive services, and financial assistance for food, transportation, and academic expenses.
First Aid or Long-term Solutions?
Magdalena puts a face on the problem. But where is that place and is it possible to follow the guidelines we have been hearing. The story of one woman who is affected.
How Did St. Vincent Help the Homeless of His Day
You may not believe that one man could do all that Vincent did!
Public Transportation – Convenience, Hassle, or Lifeline
A 2015 Harvard study found that access to reliable transportation is the biggest factor in determining whether someone will escape poverty and avoid homelessness.
Born In the Bleachers
We hear a lot about being born on third base. It is a metaphor for being way ahead in the game of life. But what if you were born in the bleachers? Or worse, born outside the ballpark?
A Homeless Stereotype Blown Out of the Water
A Homeless Stereotype Blown Out of the Water
Women Religious Once Again Stepping Up
As evictions increase women religious are once again stepping up.
Know Someone Facing Eviction?
Make sure you are educated in your rights and stay vigilant. Many landlords do not expect their tenants to understand eviction proceedings and try to take advantage of them.
Digging Deeper – Attitudes Towards the Homeless
The results of an extensive study commissioned by the Invisible People website either may surprise you, or confirm what you have suspected.
