swirlie · 31-35
Homeless people who live in tents inside homeless encampments are gypsies. If you don't know by now, never trust a gypsy ... they are desperate people who live moment by moment and would steal everything from you if the opportunity presented itself.
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swirlie · 31-35
@SatanBurger
I've always wondered why most homeless people don't walk around on crutches, don't stand on the street corner wearing sunglasses playing a violin with a monkey on their back and one leg missing from their body, nor do homeless people use payphones to call their counsellors. They use cellphones, they smoke cigarettes and they all seem to have a pretty good gig going on until the cops show up. If I offered any one of them a job, they'd not likely take it because it would interfere with their social life.
I've always wondered why most homeless people don't walk around on crutches, don't stand on the street corner wearing sunglasses playing a violin with a monkey on their back and one leg missing from their body, nor do homeless people use payphones to call their counsellors. They use cellphones, they smoke cigarettes and they all seem to have a pretty good gig going on until the cops show up. If I offered any one of them a job, they'd not likely take it because it would interfere with their social life.
SatanBurger · 36-40, F
@swirlie Maybe. Not trying to fight so takes it as only my opinion but you don't know their experiences either, it could be trauma that keeps them stuck. I'm not saying to trust them exactly but you still don't know who they are or what they been through. I would still regard anyone with distrust but I'm not sure I'd come to the conclusion that it's a lifestyle seeing a homeless people get lit on fire or assaulted.
And also who wants to work when you don't even get what you're working for these days. I realize you have to get money so it's no excuse to do things to others when there's many times you can go to work but it's hard not to be depressed or hard to want to work if it takes half your life.
It's like where's the encouragement though?
It's pretty bleak in the job market when I'm seeing professional jobs pay 16 hourly in a world you have to make at least 40 hourly to own a house that's not a crack den or around 22/23 hourly to even keep a bare minimum apartment at 900 monthly... and that's on the low end if you factor in that not all apartments pay utilities and food, gas, car repairs etc
Who wants that? Not anyone anymore.
And also who wants to work when you don't even get what you're working for these days. I realize you have to get money so it's no excuse to do things to others when there's many times you can go to work but it's hard not to be depressed or hard to want to work if it takes half your life.
It's like where's the encouragement though?
It's pretty bleak in the job market when I'm seeing professional jobs pay 16 hourly in a world you have to make at least 40 hourly to own a house that's not a crack den or around 22/23 hourly to even keep a bare minimum apartment at 900 monthly... and that's on the low end if you factor in that not all apartments pay utilities and food, gas, car repairs etc
Who wants that? Not anyone anymore.
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cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
We have several shelters here. Some people get banned from them due to behaviors and drug usage and then want to camp in tents around the city. I’d tell them to go to a shelter. If they’ve messed up and can’t get in then thats on them. There have been incidents of violence to residents by the homeless and some of those incidents were due to people trying to assist them.
cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
@Adrift yeah agree….when I wanted food on the table and somewhere to live I went out and got a job and busted my butt. I guess that’s too old-fashioned for some these days.
Adrift · 61-69, F
@cherokeepatti we have plenty of shelters here but they wont use them because they have to be clean.
We also have acces to mental health and addiction resources but like the old story goes, you can lead a horse to water...
We also have acces to mental health and addiction resources but like the old story goes, you can lead a horse to water...
cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
@Adrift exactly. We have social workers that will help the homeless get their papers so they can apply for housing help and other benefits. They’ll help them get their birth certificates, their social security cards and other things they need. Forty percent of those they reach out to help refuse the help. They don’t want to cooperate in helping themselves. I have to wonder how many of those don’t want their identity discovered because they may be running from the law or owe child support or something else. And they’ll stand around and beg or even threaten individuals in an attempt to get money from them so they can buy alcohol and drugs. They don’t have any intention of straightening out their lives. Who in their right mind would want someone like that camping out in their back yard?
Cigarguy101 · M
I would call the police. I can't take any chances with 3 small kids in the house and a young adult female. I know that probably makes me sound bad but I have to protect them no matter what
WowwGirl · 36-40, F
@Cigarguy101 cALled a good parent
Casheyane · 31-35, F
@Cigarguy101 Not bad. Careful.
We don't have to sugarcoat the danger and risks letting people in brings, especially when allowed in the vicinity of our most precious people.
I do not stand for making someone feel bad for not doing what a crowd of people pleaser would call nice. Don't aim for nice. Just aim decent. That is good enough in my opinion, and certainly better than most already.
A decent parent is what you would be by making that choice.
We don't have to sugarcoat the danger and risks letting people in brings, especially when allowed in the vicinity of our most precious people.
I do not stand for making someone feel bad for not doing what a crowd of people pleaser would call nice. Don't aim for nice. Just aim decent. That is good enough in my opinion, and certainly better than most already.
A decent parent is what you would be by making that choice.
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HowtoDestroyAngels · 46-50, M
Let them chill there for a little while. Probably give them some food to eat and let them use my restroom. I've been there, (homeless that is), and nobody helped me out. I think I would want be kind enough to help someone in that situation.
@HowtoDestroyAngels I agree a 1000 times.
MoveAlong · 70-79, M
With no way of knowing otherwise I would to consider him potentially dangerous. I'd call the police and let them handle it. That's their job.
tobynshorty · 51-55, F
i had this happen with my nephews friends.lt was a couple and they started sleeping on the ground. i told them to use my camper.
HowtoDestroyAngels · 46-50, M
@tobynshorty Quite impressive indeed. Well done.
tobynshorty · 51-55, F
@HowtoDestroyAngels i help people. Thank you
TexChik · F
I would have the police remove them. The police know where the shelters are and will take them to one.
come2gether · 46-50, M
I've basically had this happen. Called the police to have the person removed from private property.
hunkalove · 70-79, M
I live in an apartment building. I tell them the management company gets here about 8:30 and leaves about 4:30. There is a toilet in the basement. I'm lucky if I get to eat every day myself.
Offer them a food and drink and my hubby would probably hire him/her to work. If they don't want to work they'd have to go.
Madmonk · M
Inspect their camping gear. Make sure it’s adequate. If it’s not offer some of mine as an upgrade. Make sure they have food and water. Set up the porta john. Talk to them about their life
SatanBurger · 36-40, F
@Madmonk You a real one 💯
LordBarbossa · 36-40, T
I'd call my landlord and have him deal with it.
dragonfly46 · F
Been in this position a few times. Every instance was handled differently.
4meAndyou · F
I would ask them to leave. They can't be pissing and sh!tting all over the back yard. I would ask nicely at first but I would tell them that if they didn't leave, I would be forced to call the Sheriff. Before the Sheriff hauled him away, I would make sure he had a sleeping bag, and plenty of food.
cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
@4meAndyou some of them have been doing that in backyards around here even if they don’t camp there. They’ll try to tell the residents that they are in the backyard for a short-cut to somewhere they are going to and then the homeowner will find a big pile waiting to be cleaned up. 💩
WowwGirl · 36-40, F
Ask them to leave once.i have markings that say private property everywhere on top of purple spray paint everywhere. It's very clear what would happens next to anyone trespassing.
peterlee · M
Get in touch with one of the many shelter organisations in town, or citizens advice, the local council might help.
Some churches have a shelter.
Some churches have a shelter.
exexec · 70-79, C
Bring them inside out of the heat and help them find a place to stay.
BrandNewMan · M
Help them get to the local homeless shelter
buriedalive · 46-50, M
In my neighborhood hell no I'd call the cops and I hate dealing with cops. We got a lot of homeless around here
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Casheyane · 31-35, F
@Nitedoc Honest and honestly, one of the most valid answers I read for this post.
It's bothering me how people try to say nice things in attempt to appear nice. But this is a legit concern.
We can help direct people where they can get help. Even aid a bit in how they can get there and maybe contribute to their necessities while they go to wherever they would next. But letting them stay around long term? Unless an arrangement is made and 24/7 protection and pure intentions are secured and available, the alternative of being too nice is asking to get bitten.
It's bothering me how people try to say nice things in attempt to appear nice. But this is a legit concern.
We can help direct people where they can get help. Even aid a bit in how they can get there and maybe contribute to their necessities while they go to wherever they would next. But letting them stay around long term? Unless an arrangement is made and 24/7 protection and pure intentions are secured and available, the alternative of being too nice is asking to get bitten.
Tastyfrzz · 61-69, M
Probably take them to the motel 6 and set them up for the night then leave.
PinkMoon · 26-30, F
I'd press the panic button.
come2gether · 46-50, M
@PinkMoon what happens after that?
PinkMoon · 26-30, F
@come2gether The alarm company gets them off my property and hands them over to the police.
SunshineGirl · 36-40, F
Make them a cup of tea and then sit down and find out what they need.
Casheyane · 31-35, F
@SunshineGirl Oh dear Snow White, princess, please be smart.
There are many ways to help. But it is also your duty and top most priority to protect yourself first.
I'd be glad if you already know that. Just a reminder from a fellow woman. :)
There are many ways to help. But it is also your duty and top most priority to protect yourself first.
I'd be glad if you already know that. Just a reminder from a fellow woman. :)
SunshineGirl · 36-40, F
@Casheyane Thank you, I never intentionally place myself in danger.
I regularly speak to young women who sleep rough outside my workplace. What most of them have in common is a desire to be noticed and treated as human beings.
I regularly speak to young women who sleep rough outside my workplace. What most of them have in common is a desire to be noticed and treated as human beings.
Bang5luts · M
Light a camp fire and bring marshmallows then show them where the bathroom (in the house) is. Maybe ask them if they need an air mattress?
NYCChick · 31-35, F
give them a can of soda and a sandwhich and tell them its time to keep it moving
samueltyler2 · 80-89, M
Be very unhappy.
HowtoDestroyAngels · 46-50, M
@samueltyler2 Why? Wouldn't you want to help them?
samueltyler2 · 80-89, M
@HowtoDestroyAngels sure, but i would still not be happy. I would try to hook them up with some agency to get them into some sort of home, etc.
No .He can go to public area.
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justbob · 61-69, M
Call the police
Zonuss · 46-50, M
No way. You don't know what or who that person is.
carpediem · 61-69, M
Call the police and have them removed to a shelter
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Adrift · 61-69, F
No.