Your voice can help end homelessness. If we do not fix the affordable housing crisis, homelessness will continue to get worse. Click here invisiblepeople.tv/getinvolved to tweet, email, call, or Facebook your federal and state legislators to tell them ending homelessness and creating more affordable housing is a priority to you.

@Flowergurl2000

3 жыл бұрын

Bravo!

@jdosvd

3 жыл бұрын

YES !!

@maxsweetman6341

3 жыл бұрын

@@jdosvd fix the political system and you fix everything

@jdosvd

3 жыл бұрын

@@maxsweetman6341 ,Maybe but fixing our relationship with God and everything gets fixed ! This is what I have experienced. I was walking on the broad road to hell and luckily a chance meeting with a blonde preacher from the Greek orthodox church and I eventually changed, repented and started living in God's commandments. After that its relatively simple as God genuinely looks after you. Do not take the vaccine. Jesus have mercy on me a sinner.

@hopeseeker97

3 жыл бұрын

How can we help? Even if just a little? Id rather give to the parking program than to these greedy mega churches!

When youre homeless you find out who true family and friends are.

@BarronBarca

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly same here. People who I knew since I was a baby kicked me and my dad to the curb.

@paulanthonybridge5741

3 жыл бұрын

I found out that there were no friends out there. Now i keep my 14 year homelessness a secret. I cannot tell anyone that i actually live in a nuclear bunker deep undrground, which i enjoy to be honest....

@DavidD-yp6dh

3 жыл бұрын

Indeed!!

@oaklandcpa6376

3 жыл бұрын

No tenge a nadia

@hayorge27

3 жыл бұрын

Or that you have none

I had a homeless guy sleeping outside my place, instead of calling him homeless I told everyone he was my security guard. Eventually he ended up getting hired as a security guard by a nearby business that decided whatever I was paying they would beat it. They gave him a trailer to stay in and pay him to be there when they are not.

@caitlynimani6710

2 жыл бұрын

Wow that’s insanely amazing

@janiceandreyka4902

2 жыл бұрын

Great story !! You wish more things like this would happen... as it changes lives for the better... thx for being so kind to the homeless man !

@ralphtom3431

2 жыл бұрын

Sleeping security guard? Hmm. Look up the sackler family started the opioid epidemic

@OG-rs7ov

2 жыл бұрын

That's beautiful bro

@karlabritfeld7104

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome

When you're down. You will definitely see who's got your back

@battlevain

2 ай бұрын

You never forget those who abandoned you too. God shows us !!❤

Several years ago I was going to the store to buy a can of soda, there was an elderly couple with a shopping cart full of their belongings in a garbage bag. They were trying to figure were to sleep for the night, it was during the winter season & it was cold outside, I got my soda & left, but my heart felt heavy with sadness. I told my then husband of what I saw & busted out crying, we drove around looking for these people & finally we found them, we took them into our apartment & feed them, gave them towels so they can take a nice hot shower. We put them downstairs in our kitchen (it was a large kitchen). With an air mattress. They cried & cried because they were grateful, ( I cried myself to sleep). The next morning I decided to take the day off work & called all these shelters with no luck, my husband & I decided to let them stay for a while until we were able to get them the help they needed. Some folks Criticized us for letting strangers in our homes others were happy we did help. I did it because I was once homeless too with a 7 year old child & a friend opened her doors to us, so you never know someone's situation unless you have walked in their shoes. Thank you for being a beacon & putting the spot light on this senseless situation.

@Lastdayone

2 жыл бұрын

HaleluYah 💗

@poczytamci3389

2 жыл бұрын

Did you manage to help them? I'm in awe for you and your husband. We all want to help, so few of us has the courage

@carolynsirianni1251

2 жыл бұрын

That’s right- people bark off cruel comments like “ get a job,” or “get away from my neighborhood” or “lazy good for nothing “ and they no NOTHING about these peoples lives& what most of them endured, I’m so sick and tired of humans judging , those people should take a long look at themselves instead of others so they can feel strong. That’s a false way of making oneself feel better fir sure. It’s sick.

@PattisArtInnaVan

2 жыл бұрын

You have truly earned your angel's wings and helped some dear old people find a new lease on life. Bless you always.

@mikem1601

2 жыл бұрын

God saw what you did...he sees all.

I’ve been there and as a female it was a very frightening time for me. Just watching this brought it all back to me. My heart aches for the homeless.

@skyla_van_porche

3 жыл бұрын

@@Jillian1stJohn3-9-10 thanks for sharing your story 🙂

@beastsaver6514

3 жыл бұрын

I've tried to help many. Most won't even do anything to help themselves. Its terrible. Then there's the drugs... So sad.

@allthingsconsist1742

3 жыл бұрын

@@Jillian1stJohn3-9-10 thank you for sharing!! God bless you❤️ will be praying for you Jesus is the only way ❤️❤️

@unicornbunny7866

3 жыл бұрын

Why American prioritize a car over a house/apartment? Where I'm from a car is worth at least 24Xmonths rent of 1 bedroom apartment.

@mt_gox

3 жыл бұрын

@@Jillian1stJohn3-9-10 Does Jesus really look like Max von Sydow?

This can happened to all of humans at anytime.Respect people that lose everything and need to start all over again. Lets help as many as we can!

@billiedeffenbaugh7450

3 жыл бұрын

That's so true and sad especially since Covid-19 hit us. I never judge anyone who is homeless, because you never that person's story. Anyone of us can end up homeless at anytime.

@janchapman3746

3 жыл бұрын

Amen.

@tcw6442

3 жыл бұрын

Most would just find a boyfriend.. rent is free & life is easy. Most guys are down.. dads never make mom pay rent. Level up girl.. pretty & asian. Its a no brainer. Its so common today. Scarcity is a fluke

@Vegan_scorpioo

3 жыл бұрын

Respect you who are such a underestanding human❤️

@Sheila612Miller

3 жыл бұрын

Your right it happened to me and my 3 kids last Jan due toa fire that took everything 5 min, covid hit and here sestl are homeless.

jesus i can relate to this. i lived in my car in winter trying to call friends to sofa surf it was a bad time. your confidence drops fast and your friends list drops faster.

@cathypetroski9858

6 ай бұрын

You find out who your true friends are when you are at your lowest

@RoxxiWalker

3 ай бұрын

Yes this was me this time last year. I ended up moving back in with my ex cause it’s better than my Hyundai 😂

@battlevain

2 ай бұрын

Yes, I can remember job hunting from my car and having no desire, confidence or hope. I also fell asleep while on a phone call due to sleep deprivation.

I lived in my car for a short period. I was SOOOOO grateful to not be in the streets...I grew to love that car! That was my protection and my shelter....it allowed me also to Move...I will always LOVE MUSTANG CARS!!!! Every night I said, THANK YOU CAR...YOU ARE THE ROOF OVER MY HEAD. I took such good care of that baby cause she was my home....Lovedshoppingwith her...exxploring with her...sleeping with her...watching you tube..going to the beach....SOOO GRATEFUL!!!!

@vicshrily

5 ай бұрын

🤟🏾🥹💜

@RoxxiWalker

3 ай бұрын

Right I stayed in my car a few nights it’s rough but better than the street right? Now I make better decisions

The woman who taps on Lydia's car window - I totally see that happening. Her knee-jerk reaction was to call the police. These people have ZERO empathy and they are everywhere.

@zerolightness6674

3 жыл бұрын

They are what you call Karen’s!

@firstlastname7437

3 жыл бұрын

You only see it from the homeless girl's side. It is human nature to protect your home and your family from strangers. A better idea, you don't want to be seen is to park at a hospital overnight or a business that stays open all night, not a residential neighborhood where you will be noticed and watched.

@sweetcheeks89

3 жыл бұрын

@@firstlastname7437 I parked at the ymca up till yesterday. Only from 9-4pm was in there. I would get in the back seat becaus e the windows were tinted and roll down the front windows and crack the back. They have two parking lots. One they neglect and its overgrown, floods has snakes and trash. This is in the business area like this. Police came and knocked on my window and told me YMCA did not want me parking there and I needed to leave or my car was going to be towed. People who do not go to the ymca park and leave their vehicles all the time. The only thing I can think of is people come up to the car and start looking in becaus ethe windows are down and then say they didnt know someone was in it and walk off. I had an old man do this to me. Why does it bother people if someone's windows are left down? The truck was never parked the same or even there everyday. IDK. But summer in alabama is a death sentence. We have tried to buy a camper like yesterday only to have them sell it to someone else after hauling but there. Also had a guy pick a women who owned a rv lot and rented dozens of them out sell her a camper over us. If someone told me they were homeless in would feel better letting them buy it since its the same price. Yesterday I cried over the one we got the run around on. We showed up to a bunch of people in the yard and it already being sold and gone. I told the guy we were homeless. If we had known it was a copetition we would not have bothered. Talk about a jerk. It was a 2012 for $3500. People are hateful about this camper thing. A homeless guy was trying to buy one and u could see the messages on marketplace. He said he is homeless and living in his truck could he makes $300 payments till he paid it off. It was $1000 and completely torn up. This woman who is standing in front of a brick home with a professional photography profile swoops in and says well i will give u a $1000 cash now. Im so mad about the camper thing because it seems people have no morals or empathy anymore just to give us the chance to buy it. We have the money. Omg right now about to pass out. I have sweated so much it has gotten my phone wet. Its so hot. And in a car.

@whatmarciedidnext6246

3 жыл бұрын

@@firstlastname7437 protect your home? She literally wasn't bothering anyone.

@jamesr1703

3 жыл бұрын

@@zerolightness6674 Karens

The actress did a tremendous job at conveying the emotions of anxiety and despair a homeless person goes through

My girlfriend and I have been living out of a vehicle since 2008. We've had our share of encounters with unfriendly people.

@sweetbeep

6 ай бұрын

I'm glad you have each other.

@RoxxiWalker

3 ай бұрын

Do y’all work?

@pit_viper327

3 ай бұрын

@@RoxxiWalker We are on disability.

Literally this is my story. Lost my job of almost 8 years. I took a lot of psychological abuse to keep from being homeless again. Four days ago I paid my rent with my last check. I remind myself that I have a home in Heaven that out shines the sun.

@damita4336

6 ай бұрын

Or you could go to a Kingdom hall and learn about Jehovah and friends can help you when times are bad

@CIslas-im1um

5 ай бұрын

​@damita4336 Those "religious" people are only so "good" until you hit a bump in the road and you find yourself alone. Then you're on your own. 😮

@damita4336

5 ай бұрын

Just come to visit a Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's witnesses. You will see the difference

@pnwnewsinfo

5 ай бұрын

Good luck! Things will come to you. 👍😊🙏

Currently living like this as well typing outside the parking lot of a walmart.

@jmemarie4828

3 жыл бұрын

I think you will eventually get a home. Things always get better. You must be one of the strong ones. God bless. I’ve been there too.

@_nimrod92

3 жыл бұрын

@@jmemarie4828 This is why I am working hard to get out of this situation the world is not easy but I know I am going to make it

@jmemarie4828

3 жыл бұрын

@@_nimrod92 Exactly and just remember, this is only for a season in your life. Jesus is watching over you, and there will be better seasons. I’m very happy for you.

@synccrow114

3 жыл бұрын

@@_nimrod92 I was living in my car just a few months back, in February. I still do not have a home... BUT I pulled up information regarding getting a CDL, I did postmates until I had enough to get my Class A CDL permit after studying on my phone, then called Swift Transportation to see about a job. A borrowed a friends address for proof of residency and well, now i'm still sleeping in a vehicle but its a truck and I have been making about 1k a week with the potential for more. Not trying to plug a company but Swift took care of basically all the rest of the costs. I just had to pay for food and the permit/license fees, so food stamps and more postmates lol. I lucked out for now and it really saved me....sleeping in the car is not easy and i'd been at it for over a year.

@_nimrod92

3 жыл бұрын

@@synccrow114 thanks for sharing your story but in my story I have a job and I go to school it’s just that I am choosing this lifestyle because I got fed up seeing all my income go towards rent. It’s not an easy lifestyle but it does give you the flexibility to not be geographically locked.

I have quiet a few number of tenants who were like her. I gave them a second chance to rent my rentals after no one took them. They have been my model tenants. Sometime, the heart makes a better decision than the brain.

@32Mayghen

3 жыл бұрын

Good for you for giving them a second chance. Thank you for understanding 😊

@gingerichdylan9999

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for what you do man, someone gave me and my girlfriend a chance. I am going to start a new job soon and she already has one. Soon enough we are going to rent out a whole house in preparation for the day when some of my old friends who helped me need help themselves. Keep the spirit alive my friend.

@blakeh8582

2 жыл бұрын

Had an 82 supra

@midnitehauler-usafcombatve644

2 жыл бұрын

You are a true angel then

@lsuzicosbw644

2 жыл бұрын

You’re a kind soul.

Me and my cats became homeless on New Year's Eve 2022. I'm a 70 year-old female Senior who's mobile home was stolen through nefarious means, and fancy legal shenanigans in Washington State. I've heard from other Seniors who have either had it happen to them, or know people who have had it happen. Since becoming homeless I've discovered that there are hundreds of thousands of Seniors on the street living in vehicles all over the country, and hundreds in my immediate vicinity.

@atanamorell2

5 ай бұрын

I'm 54 this month, disabled, and also about to become homeless in WA state. Best to you, wherever you are now 💕

@pnwnewsinfo

5 ай бұрын

@@atanamorell2 contact me. I'm in on Snohomish County now, but heading East soon.

Being homeless is a non stop struggle just for the most basic of tasks. I know how she feels I was homeless a few years back. I remember doing the things she’s doing just to make it another day.😢

@MissBee-lz1tq

6 ай бұрын

I’m so sorry you went through that. I was very close to living in my car as well, right at the beginning of COVID. I reached out to a non prophet on a Saturday and by Gods grace, they emailed me first thing Monday and set me up in an apartment, I’m still here today and I thank God every single day for giving me shelter and safety. It’s scary out there and I hope by now, a year later that you’ve been able to find home for yourself…..everyone needs and deserves home! May God bless you abundantly and keep you safe! 🙏🏻💗

Liveing in a car is better then liveing in a tent in the woods but it's still hard

@yulyasevelova769

3 жыл бұрын

One needs to have/ get mechanical skills to maintain the vehicles one uses. Lots of scammers and predators out there.

@geraldinegregory.1803

3 жыл бұрын

Ha! Funny you should say that. Literally 10 minutes ago I was thinking exactly the opposite! Laying in my sleeping bag thinking, well I've got more space, I can stretch out better, go to toilet easier, and use free wood to cook and heat water. And do some foraging. I'm lucky, I can use my car, or put a tent up, and for now I just feel safer and better off tucked away in the woods. The car is a mile or so away, I drop off my kit, take the car away to park it, and walk back to camp. I'm 64 and just feel that the bit of extra space and ability to stand up inside is better for me. I'd rather have the car close by, but that's not possible and would draw attention. I'm in the UK so it's very difficult to maintain a lifestyle like this. The main problem is not having an official address. That is the most difficult problem to overcome here.

@dark.angel1880

3 жыл бұрын

Nah living in a tent in the woods is easier imo. It's just like camping I've done that but I would want to live in a car.

@JuditaHoffman.

3 жыл бұрын

@@dark.angel1880 Huh? Living in a tent is easier (like a camping!? lmao). BUT, you would rather live in your car. Aren't you contradicting yourself in here?

@tinajsews2835

3 жыл бұрын

Repent, Jesus christ is coming back. ,,

I did 3 years in my car, jumped thru so many hoops, but got housed. It’s been 2 years now. Permanent voucher.

@weldinggirl

3 жыл бұрын

I’m sure that is a wonderful feeling, I’m very happy for you!!

@mariaa.5829

3 жыл бұрын

Wow. How does your voucher work? Glad it’s permanent.

@lopakabanzon3910

3 жыл бұрын

Jana, I was in the same boat as you were, I have permanent housing voucher. God bless you

@keyshia6909

3 жыл бұрын

HOW IN WHAT CITY I NEED A VOUCHER SO BAD 😩

@lopakabanzon3910

3 жыл бұрын

@@keyshia6909 Laura, you can check with social services in your area on their website and click on housing assistance. I not sure what state you live in, I wish you the very best, I wish I really can be of help to you

To all those who have “stable job/career and claimed to have real “faithful friends and families, remember this…..life is so uncertain nowadays and theres no guarantee that whatever you are enjoying and benefits will stay for a long long time, so while you still have those things, Never ever looked down a Homeless person.

I live in a van in the UK and finding safe parkups is the most difficult thing, especially in an area you don't know. Im lucky that I can park at friends property. If you pass someone sleeping in their vehicle, please just give them a break and leave them alone. We are all just trying to survive.

@cheesecake7671

7 ай бұрын

Also trying to find a quiet spot to sleep.

@battlevain

2 ай бұрын

Yes, sleep deprivation is brutal on the homeless. You are constantly exhausted through anxiety and quality sleep is very difficult to find and secure.

I have never taken for granted a warm , safe bed after being homeless for a year. Bless the angels who helped me and I will never forget. I also try to help any way I can. God speed

@novembersky3749

3 жыл бұрын

take care man : )

@MrPoperstoper180

3 жыл бұрын

Fucked the warm. In Florida it’s hot asf and I have no ac

@GSGExtreme44

3 жыл бұрын

Glad everything worked out for you in the end.

@ronniehdable

3 жыл бұрын

I know it gets hot here. Down south you can get a coffee at McDonalds and sit in the ace for a few hours. Up north they won't let you use a bathroom or hang out more than 15 20 mins, then they kick you out and you can die!! Big difference

@ronniehdable

3 жыл бұрын

@@GSGExtreme44 thank you

Im currently living out of my car. Its still far better than not having a car at all and being on the street.

@Armstrong.N

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly. God bless.

@tomkrzyt

3 жыл бұрын

Well, the woman from the video is happy at the end because she got a parking spot. Am I right? I am asking Iam not a US citizen.

@Armstrong.N

3 жыл бұрын

@@tomkrzyt The crises here in the U.S. and Western Europe are manufactured by the New World Order, and where we go, the rest of the world goes.

@FeedScrn

3 жыл бұрын

When life gives you lemons.... Yes indeed. And just because you're there, that doesn't mean that it's permanent.

@suedefringe

2 жыл бұрын

Hang in there. If you need and tips and tricks go to Cheap RV Living. They help with so many different things people need to figure out when first living in a vehicle whether by choice or not.

These people were forgotten before and they realized it. We live in a society that does not value people but things.

I gotta go back to living in my car at the end of this month , but I’ve done it before and actually I think it humbles you and if you can WORK while living in your car you can save and move on , Having a car has saved my life

@pnwnewsinfo

5 ай бұрын

A lot of us live in vehicles. Welcome to 1929 revisited. 👍😊🙏

@slickblowfish

5 ай бұрын

KZread comments are moments of history , since my last post of saying I was living in my car I now pay 2500$ in rent and have a son , I’m a single full time dad and the mom finally started seeing him Life , keeps , on , moving

@battlevain

2 ай бұрын

​@@slickblowfishGod bless you and congratulations ✝️🙏🏾❤️

I lived in my car for two years. It wasn't that bad. When I lost the car and wound up on the street is when my nightmare began.

@mariaa.5829

3 жыл бұрын

I saw this and wanted to ask, IF you don’t mind my asking, how long did your Nightmare last? Is it still occurring? Hope the Nightmare is over by now ....

@novembersky3749

3 жыл бұрын

good u still have internet : )

@yulyasevelova769

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry that happened to you, Al. Hopefully your situation has improved and you are housed.

@cinemaparadiso5402

3 жыл бұрын

And what happened?

@lisav834

3 жыл бұрын

@@Jillian1stJohn3-9-10 wow 💙🙏🏻 your testimony is powerful, your story of how God saved you and from what He saved you from simply shows His power to save and His love for you, glory to God 🙏🏻 God bless you x

I was homeless the whole pandemic living in my car for a year & half…but God has blessed me with a house & a new car , im so grateful and im praying for whoever going through this right now , its gonna get better just keep the Faith 💙

@evelynzoltan2001

2 жыл бұрын

Amen God bless you!

@clarewelter2207

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that everything got better for you. Faith is very important. Take care.

@kitteekittee4010

2 жыл бұрын

Amen

@nancydublin9666

2 жыл бұрын

I question "things getting better" in the USA. Not with corrupt, crooked politicians living the high life while their talk is just that--all talk & no action accept to line their own pockets. Plus turning this into a socialist country. Look at Nancy Pelosi as an example with her multi-million dollar fortune . . . . Diane Feinstein too.

@emma22cutee1

2 жыл бұрын

Amen.

Just lost my job and now apartment. Living in my car starting today wish me luck. I took a few steps beforehand when I saw it coming. I took my last paycheck and got a storage unit and gym membership. I looked into which Walmarts allow overnight parking and I plan to cycle through them for sleeping. Making money is maybe going to be slightly troublesome but I signed up for Uber since my stuff in in storage. As long as my car is clean I can make it work maybe.

I'm at my breaking point . living in a van in southern California has become. A nightmare I'm s 56 year old woman. Trying so hard to find a job .I'm passed over for lazy young people who don't have a Carr in the world. It's now the first week of November no job yet , just a few cleaning jobs , cleaned a ,6 bedroom house by myself for 40$ . Took me 7 hour's.giving up at this point. I spend my entire day crying and praying for one break. I feel like a loser I have nothing left in my savings gone . I pray no one has to go through this. Please be safe out there southern California is terrifying

@kemgreene8525

Жыл бұрын

I have spent many years without an apartment, I don't like the word Homeless because anyone can have some type of shelter but rather I use the word socially disconnected or socially abandoned. Today I'm still simi disconnected to a traditional living space. But now I don't really seem to care much because everything continues to go up higher and my attitude is even if I get to make enough to afford I would refuse to pay those greedy wealthy land lords one penny. I now have educated myself on how to survive with next to nothing 🎉😊❤❤🎉🎉

@chasethecat3839

9 ай бұрын

I'm with u but on the east coast..60 yr old woman.

@really5453

3 ай бұрын

I'm so sorry for you. The movies and of course when I was a kid everyone made Southern California sound cool. But with relatives who have lived there for several years I now know that it's a big lie. Hope you get out if that's what you want good luck.

I'm a 64 year old grandmother who now lives out of my SUV, however, I've been tremendously fortunate to have a job and get prepared for my inevitable eviction. Reflectix on all windows and removing the back seats is the key to privacy and extra space. Watching CheapRVLiving on KZread with Bob Wells is the best introduction to learning how to not only survive, but thrive when living in your home-on-wheels.

@alteredstateskustom

2 жыл бұрын

Bob has some great videos on how to modify even a small car to live in

@3500camarz

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story. I am ashamed at what this country has done to us all.

@shuvari7707

Жыл бұрын

Modern America is the closest thing we have to a dystopian society.

@toddforbes2079

Жыл бұрын

@@shuvari7707 - We are certainly getting there fast aren’t we.

@Armstrong.N

Жыл бұрын

Wish a Bob Wells had been around 50 years ago for me as a young woman. My parents abandoned me and I had no other family to help me. There were no social programs to help. I worked and bought a small car and rented a couch from a couple in their apartment. Three times I ended up living in my small car, always in hard Colorado winters. I had never even been camping so I was suffering a lot because I didn't know anything. I was mistreated on jobs so badly that even as bad as living in my car was, I'd walk out and find another low paying job. It took a decade of suffering and working seven days a week to climb out of this nightmare, but today after selling my business, I live in my oceanfront dream home. If I could do it, anyone can.

Crazy. I financed a car and in two weeks it broke down. I was living out of my car but now i’ve literally been homeless for 4 months. It is the most difficult life.

@donnamccall6950

2 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry that happened. Prayers for you. I hope you can get back up on your feet again.

@fefe6964

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear, check out nearby local shelters that house men on g👀gle. I hope you will find stabled shelter soon.

@edwardoaldaz977

Жыл бұрын

I olso homeless with my dog charlie have a friend who renting me a room on her trailer I guess I'm lucky but when I was living in my car my fear was the cops where to park without being cought

@rosieoliver2033

Жыл бұрын

At Walmart parking you can sleep there!

@garyneilson3075

Жыл бұрын

"hold fast"! (1Thess.5 :21)

im 21, living in my car. it was by force but im blessed in a lot of ways that are unnecessary to go into detail about here but i sleep in a library parking lot, there's also a park. the Lord defends me & keeps me strong. i pray you all find comfort in Him in all ways, whether you are homeless or not. luckily it's super chill & secluded at the library. praise the Lord for granting me His Spirit for comfort through hard times. i love you all with the Love of Christ. He heals the broken-hearted! Luke 16:19 -31, one of my favorite parables with the homeless man & the rich man. read & be comforted! praise God & God bless you all

I'm a senior, and living in my car was a choice I thought I was going to have to make. Luckily I found a room with some friends. This video make me cry!

Did this for 1 year after being in a shelter for 3 years, recuperating and tryna get back on my feet. Started doing part time caregiving while in the shelter, then got my DL back and signed up with Lyft. Started driving then moved out of shelter due in and out restrictions, then lived in car for a year while saving money up to afford my own place. Keep my things to a minimum, rest in a small storage, knew where to shower EVERY morning and kept car utterly spotless and me looking good and smelling good. Nobody knew I was living in my car. 😁😁😁 Thank you The Divine !!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🕊

THIS hit my heart hard, I'm crying . I've been through this too many times. There were times I would pray not to wake up. I'm older now and currently once again homeless. I prepared myself knowing that the day would come when I could no longer afford rent .I bought back van did the best I could to make it home, but it is my home and I'm very grateful for what I have .there are no safe parking programs in my area , I lock up next to my 100lb dog and pray I dont get robbed or worse hurt by someone. The homeless problem is going to get worse every single day. What can be done? There are too many people to help . All I want to say is to PLEASE be kind to others and not judge someone sleeping in their car or on the street. Every situation is different and most people you see sleeping on the sidewalk have given up ALL hope. To anyone reading this PLEASE hold your head up high and never give up. Each day you are alive and breathing is a blessing, you are loved and the world is a better place with you in it.

@timeittakestoletgo1687

3 жыл бұрын

Do you use Wal Mart parking lots, if you have them nearby? I know being a woman comes with all sorts of unique problems as a woman- safety, periods, etc. I don’t know if it’s true, but apparently you’re allowed to park overnight in Wal Mart lots. I’m sure you already knew this, but I thought I would just say that and give you love

@tomkrzyt

3 жыл бұрын

I must admit I should be a happy man. I live alone (except three cats) in a house with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths built in 2015 with a 6 acres land. Tax property equals 50 $ per year. However I lost job one year ago but I have savings, and no debts no worries. I live safe in Poland near Warsaw. I am 52 years old. Living in US is a total nightmare from my point of view.

@brianmatthews4149

3 жыл бұрын

Stay strong you have a big heart maybe get connected to a church for some help.

@JesusLovesYouSoMuch1

3 жыл бұрын

Jesus loves you so much

@loristewart800

3 жыл бұрын

I wish i owned a home, you could stay with me. I hope God blesses you with your own home.❤

my wife and i wound up living in our pickup truck after i lost my job and she had a serious illness.. when our truck got impounded, we literally slept on the streets. we have managed to work our way into an apartment now and have maintained it for 3 years.. but barely still getting by.. we are good and extremely normal looking people.. you just never know who is going through what or why.. we are celebrating our 10 year anniversary in a few days and my wife, who deserves the world, won't get much.. a heartfelt card and her choice of meal.. but we have a roof and running water.. electric and even wifi.. so she understands sending each and every one of you all of my love and light from Philadelphia just Be kind. to everyone..

All it took was the kindness of one person to point her in the right direction! 🙏❤️

My fiance & I just finally got out of our cursed car after over a year of being in it. it was broken down twice, the second time was for 6 months and we were stranded in a Wendys parking lot with our 2 dogs and our kitty. Its been rough since his little boy and his father both passed away suddenly, life took an insane turn that completely yanked the rug out from underneath us.... living in a car wouldnt be so bad if its not some tiny little 2 door Honda like ours, you have everything you need, and most of all- its Your Choice... Life can be really brutal sometimes, just keep reminding yourself that you've got this and please Don't give up 💜 We are still struggling, but we're slowly making progress! You never know what someone may be going through, so try to be kind to everyone. Much love & praying for us all !!

@InvisiblePeople

3 жыл бұрын

Glad things are better. Sadly, many are not able to pull themselves out of homelessness, which is why we need to help them.

@maplecosy9429

3 жыл бұрын

@@InvisiblePeople Exactly. The fact that it happens to people in the FIRST place ( like me and my kids) means you couldn't stop it . If you couldn't stop it , how can you fix it when it's 10 times worse?🌺

@Flowergurl2000

3 жыл бұрын

@@InvisiblePeople , Bob Wells cheap RV LIVING HAS MANY VIDEOS TO HELP living in your car.

@malkaringel7864

3 жыл бұрын

@Mary Jane Doe sorry you have to go through this

@malkaringel7864

3 жыл бұрын

I feel for every homeless individual

This breaks my heart I was homeless with my 3 kids about two months ago and I was in my car, I remember brushing my teeth the way she did at a park and sleeping on the back seat floor of my car so that nobody would see me my kids slept at their dads on his days and on my days I would work door dash to put them in a hotel at least but then we had to keep busy all day either doing door dash so we could get something for the night and now we have our own place and this is bringing back so many memories 🥺

@FreeSpiritMom

3 жыл бұрын

God bless you and your little ones. Glad you’re not in this situation anymore ❤️

@martinasikk6162

3 жыл бұрын

So happy for you. You are a brave and resourceful woman. Greetings from Sweden.

@144SLRP

2 жыл бұрын

You are such a strong woman

@khristinaa.3401

2 жыл бұрын

Man this is so sad. 3 kids and you had to live like that. I really hope things keep improving for you and hope you know just how strong and badass you are as a person and mom.

@corinamaldonado2847

2 жыл бұрын

We are doing great now everyone I'm working two jobs, and we have our own place. The time i was homeless was only for a lil bit of time I got on my feet right away and my kids never slept in the car, I did, I made sure they had a hotel or they were with their father, and I got on it and found a place.

I did this for 7 mths.. lived out of my car. I worked and looked at it like camping. Change your mindset.. know it's temporary. Trust God. It's not that bad. I did it. Yeah you alone. But alone with God. It all works out. Stay strong!

Ive lived in my car most the pandemic, sick with COVID-19 for months in LA trying to survive….this is a very realistic take on it. All those car life vloggers glamorize homelessness.

@battlevain

2 ай бұрын

The car life vloggers have no idea about homelessness in a car. It isn't a road trip or a fun thing to do. It's survival and nothing else.

I usually parked at night in a new neighborhood that was under construction. Cops bothered me few times while I was asleep, but I wasn't breaking any laws so they would always let me stay. Finding shade during the day is hard too. I would park in a free public garage during some hot days. On nice days, I'd park in a public cemetery under a tree. Luckily, I'm in an apartment now. But the loss of friends and family that believe being homeless is a personal failure is tough.

@clairelivefreeordie2551

3 жыл бұрын

So great to hear you're better situated now! You sounded like me when you said you relaxed at cemeteries ....sounds like something I'd do too. May you continue to be blessed!

@sillygirl1139

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry those people were small minded and insecure enough to loose you just because of that 💜

@novembersky3749

3 жыл бұрын

take care friend.

@Jillian1stJohn3-9-10

3 жыл бұрын

I was homeless twice and I lived in a tent for 2 yeas. My parents were very abusive and they never went to prison. 2 of my baby sisters were murdered, 2 of my brothers died of an heroin overdose and my sister died of a life if alcoholism. 4 years ago I was planning to kill myself on my 50th birthday, but then I learned it only takes 1 DAY to LISTEN TO N.T. Bible. In just 1 day The Truth completely set me Free!! I used to be a Homeless, suicidal, drug addicted, murdering, gay, prostitute, with multiple personalities, because I was kidnapped for sex trafficking as a Runway; my family never report me missing. I was a total hypocrite in the Church for 48 years and I was "WILLFULLY" Sinning / Acting Out every single day, so I never experienced any lasting freedom through the Church, 12 Step Groups, Counselors, etc. Trying to depend on 5-15 feel-good verses every Sunday was never going to redeem my soul. When I read 1ST JOHN 3:9-10 it instantly put the Fear of the Lord in me, and I finally surrendered my Entire life to God. 9 No one who is born of God will continue to sin, because God’s seed remains in them; they CANNIT go on sinning, because they have been born of God. 10 This is how we KNOW who the children of God are and who the children of the devil are!! Well... My victim mentality Immediately died that day and now for the last 4 years I've been Completely Set Free of ALL anger, alcohol, depression, drugs, fear, insecurities, jealousy, loneliness, multiple personalities, pornography, rejection, sexual thoughts, stress, unforgiveness, worry, etc... The Love, Joy and Peace that I get from reading my Bible everyday and knowing who Christ made me to be in Him, has made me the happiest person on the planet. I have NO desire for the things of the world anymore, bec I removed every single uncleanly thing from before my eyes, because Jesus said if your eye causes you to sin, gouge it out. I can't even watch TV because my spirit is SO sensitive to the commercials that used to seem harmless. I can't think of a single sin that is worth going to Hell forever. I now understand that it's impossible to sin.. because we always have at least 3 seconds to think about it, and then we decide if want to (1) Worship God through total obedience, or (2) Worship Satan in our flesh. Once I realized that it's that simple, it is what has been able to kept me 95% obedient; but with that other 5% I instantly repent when I have an unlovable word or thought towards those who saying evil thing about Jesus. If we don't Want to live solely for Jesus now, then God will not Make us live with him forever. I have a list of 182 other verses just like 1st John 3:9-10 from the NT where God warms us to be holy as He is holy by living a sinless life... so that we can go to Heaven and avoid Hell when we die.

@jessicaebert6123

3 жыл бұрын

@@Jillian1stJohn3-9-10 Beautiful testimony. Wow I just love this. You do not see to many people that truly loves Jesus. God bless my friend and see you in Heaven. ❤️

Mark you deserve a noble peace prize....tirelessly supporting homelessness. May God be with you and protect you.

@InvisiblePeople

3 жыл бұрын

(((HUGS)))

@cyranodebergerac7962

3 жыл бұрын

Absouletly I agree !..

@cyranodebergerac7962

3 жыл бұрын

But I just thougth that it'd be swear for you. Because last time they give it to Obama which responsibile for death of millions on Middle East...

@elsplace896

3 жыл бұрын

Agree

@jennifergraziano5102

3 жыл бұрын

Mark is the Angel of the. Homeless, he got through many years homeless, was for 6yrs. With 2children. Over medical. We need affordable housing in every zip code.

This is what my son and are going through. Everyone's so worried but no one wants to help so we live in our car. Everyone says that I'm tough that I'll be ok while they sit in thier houses with thier tvs and beds. It's OK tho I am tough.

I am 65 and live in my van for 9 years. There is no hope for the elderly people. I don't smoke, don't drink,don't gamble and never did drugs. I been homeless starting at the age 8 years. Moving to family that didn't want me. But I am strong because I have God by my side. I guess will died in my van. I really don't care anymore. I never had any trouble what so ever because God was by my side. People their is a God and He dont sleep. I dont wish no wrong on my family but they need to read the Bible... God Bless Everyone.

I am grateful for my truck, every time I go to sleep I think how worse it could be. My truck has a mattress, and it locks, plus light to see. I'm safe, dry and comfortable. Now, I just wish people wouldn't stare and leave me alone if they don't want to help.

@ericdillon1169

2 жыл бұрын

I love sleeping in my truck. I only do it when I'm too tired to walk into the house.

I've been lucky to not have been homeless but I realize that I am probably only a couple of paychecks away from being homeless if I ever lost my job. People think it will never happen to them but it can happen to anyone.

@imanjones3807

2 жыл бұрын

Please...I'm half a pay away...or less

I chose to be homeless in my car. I was living at a motel and couldn't stand it anymore. I have been homeless before while working full time and found that I could make it okay since I adapt easily to different situations. And to tell you the truth I missed the night time air that would hit me with my windows down. I sleep with the windows rolled all the way down exposed to danger anybody could come along and enter my van while I'm sleeping and it doesn't even bother me I sleep like a baby much better than I did at the motel. I love it. Maybe I'm crazy I don't know maybe I just need a little danger and uncertainty in my life. Maybe I just don't give a crap anymore.

@damita4336

6 ай бұрын

Do you still sleep with the windows down. What state are you in.. NY..???

This is why I will always have a car big enough to sleep and live in, always work when I don't feel like working, always be trying to earn more, always try to minimize overhead costs like rent and spending, try and live cheap. It can happen to anyone. Really well done and the man who runs invisible people is just an angel to bring so much attention to this ever growing population of people. Think of the lives Richard Branson and Jeff Bezos could have set straight if they'd forgone their space tourism plans and just invested in people who really need it. I would challenge them to put as much money into helping homeless people find affordable homes and jobs as they did into their childish space hero dreams.

@f.u.c8308

2 жыл бұрын

Well said Carrie

Man I was homeless while I was in the service. No base housing available at one point and barracks were all full. My father and mother said no to me coming to stay with them although it was a 78 miles drive to base one way I was willing to do it and be most grateful. You find out a lot about yourself when you are living in a car and EVERYONE says no.

@claycarpenter8625

9 ай бұрын

I am loving in my car for the third time but this time I have a good job. It amazing to find out how little we need and find better ways to enjoy your money. Im loving it. I stay in a walmart parking lot and they dont mess with anyone as long as you are quiet and dont make a mess. I do have youtube tv so I can watch college football but who needs a tv when you have all the characters in a walmart parking lot lol. I get a hotel room one weekend a month and its such a treat to just sprawl out and recharge.

@helenhines2712

6 ай бұрын

How could your own parents say NO to their own son who is in the service?? Unbelievable!!! Shame on them!!!!

If you are the sort of person who will frighten a person who is having to live in their car, telling them to leave just because you don’t like them being there - you should be ashamed. Same as the woman down below, this brought it back to me, from when I was living in my car too. Till it got stolen while I was living in it. Tears down my face now, I was happy for her at the end. Thank you for highlighting these issues Mark.

This was so powerful to watch. I was almost in this situation a few times. Homelessness can happen to anyone in a blink of an eye. Please lets continue to look out for and be compassionate to those who are experiencing homelessness.

Two guys in the backseat of the car represent a large part of the population that don’t care about nobody but themselves

@ramblingrose6967

3 жыл бұрын

At least they were including her in the conversation . How did you get by ? Unfortunately she can not really say "Well I didn't I am living in this car"

@madambutterfly7513

3 жыл бұрын

What were they supposed to do? Offer her their apt???

@ronnieg2126

3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, the whole passenger part lost me. Are they not supposed to be successful when someone else struggles? What did the Tesla have to do with anything at all?

@michellmann1242

3 жыл бұрын

This guys are being rude and if you have eyes or a heart you can see they are clearly self centered. People like this will not survive 3 days in this situation. The only world they see is there on. They clearly understand that everyone is having a hard time but there choice of words is very insensitive.

@ramblingrose6967

3 жыл бұрын

@@michellmann1242 OK ,I watched it again to see if her passengers were rude .The only thing was taking their masks off in the car but they should of asked for windows down first and asked her if it was OK to take off their masks .She has a K 95 on so hopefully she is good .Most UBER drivers stopped driving or did Uber eats because it is so high risk .These guys are social media influencers so they might of started off in a car themselves you never know so really they were not bad. She was crying because she couldn't tell people her situation and her girlfriend she had just told she was fine when she asked to stay . She was so relieved to find the park safe program because she could tell someone what was going on . She is trying desperately to keep it together and hold her head above water . There are people who work and are homeless all over the place .There is seriously something wrong that a person who is working can not find a place to live . Absolutely there has to be affordable housing no one should be on the side of the road unless it is a choice to live mobile .

Homelessness is an absurd issue in this country, especially in big cities. It’s happening here in Denver now too. We could repurpose climate controlled storage units, communal bathrooms. It doesn’t need to be fancy, but it DOES need to be a roof over your head. How do you expect people to get a job if there is nowhere to live?

@misterb1132

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly! It is just mind boggling how we have let this get so huge. We have supposedly 60,000 homeless nearby in L.A. It's shocking to see and read about the homeless numbers skyrocketing in places like Seattle, S.F., Denver.

@nandabun

3 жыл бұрын

It's been "happening in Denver" since before you were born, you only see it 2 days ago? Ffs..

@VideoCesar07

3 жыл бұрын

She just means it's becoming much more widespread. Not everyone has the same life experiences or has to drive by places where homelessness is something you see every day I got lucky that I had my car but even so, living in your car in wintertime in Denver can suck, especially since that year the nights were also colder than most years. My luck was a friend saw I was homeless and invited me to stay on his computer couch despite having two kids, his wife and MIL living there. I owe him for life. The most heartless thing I saw was a few years ago in Denver, during a pretty heavy snowfall the cops went to this homeless camp and dismantled it and told the people they had to leave. That was a major WTF moment. They couldn't wait until the next day to do that at least?

@cruz9078

3 жыл бұрын

I'm from Denver area too and rents are out of control and who makes 3x the amount of rent on a $1300 apartment if I was making $4000 a month I'd be living in a house it's ridiculous one day everyone will be homeless God bless

@RuleofFive

3 жыл бұрын

So true.

I'm a disabled Marine and 52 I've had 8 back surgeries and 2 new hips and had to start all over again 2 years ago. Nobody knows the pain till it hits them. Prayers to anyone reading this You are loved and you are worthy put your trust in Jesus Christ because he is the light and the truth and the way.

It's been 21 years since I was this girl. I forgot what it felt like until just now. Thanks for this.

So sad!! Millions and millions of dollars are sent to foreign countries and we have people homeless, starving and in great need of help!! What’s a wrong with our government?!

@ifyouonlyk6556

3 жыл бұрын

We haven’t yet collectively stood up to our government. They’ve used us for their needs. We also have not learned from our history and many people nowadays aren’t interested in this conversation. It’s always someone else’s problem to fix. Praying for change.

@haydarhannachi9374

3 жыл бұрын

It's the common thing with every gouvernement, simply they don't care

@beccymalloy

3 жыл бұрын

Foreign aid is not the problem though. You should be more worried about billionaires not paying their taxes.

@ervinesprouse3041

3 жыл бұрын

@@ifyouonlyk6556 I agree !

@ervinesprouse3041

3 жыл бұрын

@@haydarhannachi9374 very true. Especially if it doesn’t fit the agenda.

I’ve been here before. Right before the pandemic for 5 months. I had a 3 yr old girl and a 13 yr old boy. I can’t believe we squeezed in my tiny car for that long....it was so scary. The hardest time of being a parent. Pretending to be strong and not scared so my kids would be and wouldn’t be scared. I’m glad we made it thru it.

Currently homeless in Houston, Texas due to some bad financial issues. Thank God I still have my car that doubles as my home. Currently have two jobs and hope to soon to break out of my financial issues. 😇🙏

I'm a 66 year old disabled woman living this in Indianapolis. Nothing like this exists here. I park at Lowe's, a hotel, and Walmart. Homeless help here is shameful. Please pray for me. I am literally thinking of making a sign but I can't stand long.

I lived like this before. I parked at rest stops, and i kept a gym membership to get showers. You dont get much sleep...

@SteffiLynn06

2 жыл бұрын

Nope you don't. Been there too. Sending love and light.

@MichaelMosesHammer

2 жыл бұрын

AWWWW! That's a shame! Plenty of jobs if your willing to work!

@wownewstome6123

2 жыл бұрын

@@MichaelMosesHammer " Plenty of jobs if your willing to work!" Do you know many jobs don't pay a living wage, and raises don't keep up with the increase in the cost of living?

@wownewstome6123

2 жыл бұрын

@@MichaelMosesHammer It used to be that a man with only a high school education could *support a family of 4 by working only one job.*

@elir.torres8642

2 жыл бұрын

@@MichaelMosesHammer Not really. Michigan was known for low rents not anymore. This high rent shit is all over the U.S. not just California. People in my area are asking 1259 for a studio and jobs only pay 400 a week that's not enough to survive. You are delusional.

Living in my car was my CHOICE! I got tired of paying rent, utilities, wifi. I took my seats out, put drawers in, put a bunk gel/foam mattress in the back, and I'm snug as a bug in a rug in my Hotel Camry Mansionette. I put a luggable loo down in the back too for when I have to pee in the middle of the night, and wash it out at a handheld car wash in the morning. AND all my money is MINE! (BTW, I'm a 67 y/o woman veteran). Life is an adventure, a series of chapters. Say YES to New Adventures!

@LoveSickMacHead22

3 жыл бұрын

i started living out of my car in april best choice i made. it has challenges but the freedom is impeccable

@Vex916T

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your helpful insight and info, and glad you is doing well with your Carlifestyle.

@timothykeith1367

2 жыл бұрын

@@LoveSickMacHead22 Its too hot in south Texas to live in a car in the summer

@josemartinez4680

2 жыл бұрын

A lot of military personnel are survivors

@alexisvalere4095

2 жыл бұрын

That’s great for YOU! But you do realize there are people out there who have barely enough resources to survive so no, it’s NOT a damn adventure. Wake the hell up.

I lived in my car that wouldn’t even start, once broke into a house, went to pawn shop, bought a razor,brush, haircut and change of clothes and worked 3 days to get job at Schlotzskys , quit 2 weeks later after getting cussed at over a sandwich. Instead of killing my boss I enlisted in the army, finished my contract, became an electrician for $20 and now I’m a journeyman making roughly $40/hr to sit around babysitting apprentices and I smoke weed every day. I still think about killing that guy at schlotskys

I’ve been homeless a couple of times! It certainly test one’s endurance and ability to come back from the bottom! With GOD all things are possible! 🙏

The worst feeling is knowing you your homeless and you don’t know where your going to lay your head at night. The fear of asking someone if you can crash on there couch, floor, or garage. Knowing that nobody’s gonna help you out. I was on the streets at age 18 in the North East during the snowy and cold seasons. Life’s very tough and only getting tougher now a days. We need to look out for one another more. Thank you for doing this video. Like the guy said not all homeless people are on substances or have mental health issues. A lot use substances just to cope with being homeless and HOPELESS.

SADLY THIS CAN HAPPEN TO ANYONE OF US AT ANYTIME!!!!

@lillywang6333

2 жыл бұрын

Well, not really. It can happen to you if you have no job, living paycheck to paycheck, no families or no friends. It happens to those who are already living by a thread. This country has no safety net for those people, that’s the problem.

@mythoughts1763

2 жыл бұрын

@@lillywang6333 YES REALLY IT CAN HAPPEN!!! WHAT I LEARNED IS TRIALS CAN HIT ANYONE AT ANYTIME, SICKNESS CAN HIT AT ANYTIME, LAYOFFS CAN HAPPEN AT ANYTIME, SAVINGS CAN BE DEPLEATED AT ANYTIME, PLANS DONT ALWAYS GO AS PLANNED IN LIFE!!!!

@iamshango3005

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly don't listen to anybody with anybody says you better be grateful for what you have all you people that have houses and food to eat and money to spend and you can take your family out to dinner one day I want to take my mother out to dinner and pay for the bill and do much more than that put a smile on her face

@ddsgabo

Жыл бұрын

I do pretty well for myself; however, no matter how much money i could have, all can crumble down if catastrophe hits. My respect goes to all the homeless who survive every day. It could be me one day

@beatonthebrat4000

Жыл бұрын

Its in Canada as well, and it grows fast. Nomad Nations are becoming real.

I cried a little when she got help ,,, I was homeless with 4 kids,, its so hard to find your way out of these problems ,, One of my daughtes has a foundation for teen and pre teen girls to provide girl stuff for homeless girls ,, she makes me proud

Been here and done this. Lived in a Ford Focus Wagon for about 6 months through an abnormally cold Pennsylvania winter. Worked 60 hours a week, exercised and showered at my local gym I was already a member of for years. I tinted my windows with 0% limo tint so nobody could see me in there. I saved up almost 24,000 dollars in that time. I've since then bought a black Focus 2-door hatchback 5-speed, but I still have the Wagon as a reminder of where I came from and what I've been through. In my honest opinion, the best things you can do it you become homeless are work and save as much as you can while being as frugal as possible, don't tell anybody you are homeless, maintain the best hygiene that your situation allows and take care of yourself through diet and exercise as if your life was completely normal. Other than that just be positive and you WILL get off the streets and back to living a normal life...

@LegendD112

2 жыл бұрын

Super based

@alexandrosrothenberg8781

2 жыл бұрын

Best advice ever on the channel!Hands down bro!!

@nadMoZzzg

2 жыл бұрын

Don't think we all have character for that

I’m so grateful to see this! People don’t realize that many of us are not addicts, not mentally ill, and not unemployed. I’m working two jobs. Housed myself up seven months ago, but I’m not making enough to sustain it.

@marrisathomas8045

3 жыл бұрын

why dont you move?

@maggiedeigh6996

3 жыл бұрын

@@marrisathomas8045 I’ll be moving back into my van, I think, when this lease is up or when I lose the place, whichever comes first. There’s no affordable housing anywhere, I lived in my van and worked as a delivery driver across 18 states, I simply don’t make enough money to be able to afford a place to live.

@gregorycyr9272

3 жыл бұрын

Don't move to Raleigh NC it's expensive for housing here.

@karenlee3372

3 жыл бұрын

That is what I keep trying to say not all homeless people are drug heads or alcoholics.. you become that way for many thousands of reasons..

@Armstrong.N

3 жыл бұрын

It's called "the working poor." I don't know what the answer is. Godspeed.

This was me in 1987 after getting evicted in Oregon, all I had was my partially converted school bus to live in and I had to park on the street in the hottest month of the year, no a/c no working plumbing yet, I had my dogs, rolled some coins for dog food and got a box of food from a local church. I knew I had money coming from a life insurance policy but what was supposed to take 2 weeks took 2 MONTHS to get the money. My neighbor who used to stop by my rented RV pad to see if I needed to go into town discovered I was evicted and drove around and found me. She knocked on my door and said "my husband and I would like you to come park on our land until you get on your feet" that began a decade long symbiotic friendship. A decade later I moved out of state to pursue a career and we kept the friendship all that time until both of them had passed away, now I keep in touch with his third wife who became a widow last year. Just fantastic people!

@amandavalentino3818

3 жыл бұрын

Wow beautiful story

@s.c4754

2 жыл бұрын

Wow this is incredible.

@lorenheard2561

2 жыл бұрын

You were blessed and loved!😍💖🕊at God continue to bless you and you-others when you can.

I lost my job of 4 years as a live-in caregiver during the pandemic and ended up sleeping in my car with my dog for a while. Didn't know many people so I didn't have friends to stay with. Lost everything I owned. I was approved for emergency rent assistance but there was a housing shortage and I didn't have any record of your employment for the last four years because I was paid under the table. Also no rental history for 4 years. And no job because I didn't have a home to leave my dog at while I was working. Devastating to end up in this situation and lose everything you own. Takes a toll on your mental health and your self confidence to say the least. Makes you view the world in a whole new way. Great film. Felt like I was watching myself for a minute. 😢

i was homeless for 3 yrs...so horrible...sleeping and daily functions are difficult...but...i think everyone needs to experience it because it makes you reappreciate life. The little things.

This is a great film. I'm impressed they touched on women and menstruation since it really complicates things, and makes it much more difficult and a lot of times it's overlooked.

@mariaa.5829

3 жыл бұрын

I must have missed that part (need to re-watch). I have a question about the “Influencers” who rode in her Uber and what they did with their masks.

@Still_I_Ride

3 жыл бұрын

6:09

@mariaa.5829

3 жыл бұрын

@@Still_I_Ride I saw it but I wonder whether anyone "gets" the significance of what the two Passengers were doing with their masks (removed when in vehicle; worn while out of vehicle as if they are concerned about somebody watching/observing what they're doing).

@Still_I_Ride

3 жыл бұрын

@@mariaa.5829 ok, now I'm going to have to go back and watch that.

I don't see how you could be so mean to someone sleeping in their car..

@donnamccall6950

2 жыл бұрын

I thought she tapped on the window to ask if she was ok.. not harass her.. that Karen sucks!

@Matheus-je8tz

Жыл бұрын

That sucks that happened to me. The trio is to never sleep on the street. Always find a corporate or office building parking lot in the shade. People are so rude at someone just sleeping.

I remember when living in my car was my best choice! It's better than the street. Imagine when my car was totaled, it was all I had. I'm sure the person that hit me had no idea what all I'd lost. Sometimes, it's those who have struggled that are the better people. We "get it".

Being a former “car camper” not by choice who did Uber to live day by day, I felt this ❤️ I look at everyone the same rich or poor you never know what someone is going through! Spread positivity no matter how down bad things get! There is a light at the end of the tunnel! Love y’all ❤️

I'm so thankful wheni I lived in my car i had a full time job working nights. Finding a safe place during the day was a little easier. On my nights off my student ID from my college still worked to let me get into a parking garage. It was quiet enough I was never bothered there and felt reasonably safe. I definitely remember crying while washing up in a public bathroom like she did and just generally feeling like I had no privacy to work through my emotions surrounding the life I was living.

@novembersky3749

3 жыл бұрын

be strong & get state assistant.

@clover0048

3 жыл бұрын

@@novembersky3749 thank you but this was over a decade ago. I've been housed for a long time now.

@novembersky3749

3 жыл бұрын

@@clover0048 awwww good 4 u : ) take care friend: ))))

@tomkrzyt

3 жыл бұрын

I must admit I should be a happy man. I live alone in a house with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths built in 2015 with a 6 acre lot. Tax equals 50 $ anually. I lost job one year ago but I have savings no worries. I live in Poland near Warsaw. Living in US is a nightmare from my point of view.

@jordanweatherall6107

2 жыл бұрын

Wishing you all the best. Be strong💚👊

I was homeless once too with my son who was only around seven months. It was very sad, but I made it through and there was no one there except for who I thought was a helper for me, a childhood friend, who had me pay her entire month’s rent when I only stayed at her place close to 24 hours. Sometime thereafter I was called for an apartment. After all, I have steered clear of people I thought were there for me and family. Thank God I was able to move forward.

Most Americans are sadly, 1-2 paychecks away from this situation. What a great short movie. Congrats to all who made this happen. As a long haul trucker I see displaced people(I refuse to call them homeless)daily in all parts of this country and it has gotten worse since the pandemic. I’ve given my winter jackets, my new gloves, my extra pair of new boots to displaced persons along with buying food and giving money to many over my 30yr driving career. I never know if they are using the $$ to buy drugs, booze or for something truly needed.. it’s none of my business as long as for that few seconds that I help them that they feel a short relief from all the pain they are having to endure. It’s sad that in a wealthy country like the USA we have this major issue, especially with military veterans. The gap between the haves and have nots in this country is growing exponentially every day now. Prayers to all who are displaced. To give is the ultimate form of happiness and never pass a displaced person and at least not say hi or ask how they are for 1 day any of us could be that person.

Going through this now with my fiancé it really sucks and i just am hopeful that things get better for us and we can sustain and finally find a permanent place of our own

I currently live in my car and I love it, I’ve never been so free in life. I’m an introvert by nature and when I had my own place, I never got the house ever. Being homeless gets me out and I’m finally socializing.

We don't realise how fortunate we are when we see how much suffering and the struggles some people go through on a daily basis, id happily donate to this cause if it ment helping people through tough times, small gifts can make a huge difference in other peoples lives

@jdosvd

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, we should help !

@septembersapphire347

3 жыл бұрын

You're absolutely right! I sometimes think the biggest thing this world lacks is people with compassion, especially the ones who are in a position to do something to help the homeless off the streets. I wish someone with the means to do it would start building efficiency apartments to help get people off the streets. A clean, secure place to live where they can begin to get their lives back on track would do so much. A roof, a door that locks, a bed, bathroom and small kitchen would be golden for many people all across America who just need a helping hand. And once a person is on their feet then they can move out and another needy person could move in and do the same. I only wish I could afford to start up a place like that.

@jdosvd

3 жыл бұрын

@@septembersapphire347 ,kind words, thank you........

@Booster85

3 жыл бұрын

@@septembersapphire347 excellent input!

“No one is meant to spend this much time at home …” it’s crazy how such an innocent, seemingly relatable comment can sound so different for someone… who doesn’t even have a home. And WISHES they could spend time at home.

I have tried this before. I rent a storage to keep my belongings, keep a gym membership to have showers, and on home brand quick oats for meals, while doing deliveries for living. I usually look at satellite views to check for secluded streets where there are less likely to be people hanging out for parking, and keep a sleeping bag for warmth overnight. I keep 500mg vitamin C (x2, 1000mg daily), and 1000IU vitamin D3 (x4, 4000IU daily) to keep myself away from cold and sars2. Having a job pays, and a home comforts, but it doesn't really make a person free, especially when this system preys on its citizens.

When I was in this situation, I remember driving to a food bank because I just couldn't afford any food. They refused to help me because I had a car. They said I was too well off. I had nothing. The people on the line started yelling at me to leave, and it became a whole damn show for everyone there. I left for a while, feeling humiliated and hungry. I had to go back some time later. I was crying, and I told them I was struggling, and that it was my friend's car. I got some food after that.

@sunshine9122

3 жыл бұрын

Geez! So sorry you had to go through that. How are you doing now?

@chinookvalley

3 жыл бұрын

We've had church groups do that here in southern Colorado. Gotta wonder what Jesus thinks of these good christians?

@shimmer8289

3 жыл бұрын

Um pretty sure that is illegal. I live in a teeny island we have a food security program here. No one is turned away. There are working people that once they pay for rent and utilities snd loans have little if any left for themselves. Whoever ran that should be ashamed. I hope this finds you well.

@ninja.saywhat

3 жыл бұрын

sounds like a made up story. food banks generally don't turn away people. having a car as a reason sounds ridiculous.

@anchoredlotustarot3039

3 жыл бұрын

Not like that in my state. I have actually had to drive over to a few food banks and get help with food in my life. Noone ever said anything about how I got there.

When I lived in my car I was thankful I had a car to live in. I saw too many people just living outside pushing a grocery cart. It sucks but it's much better then living in the elements and walking every where. I parked at a bus station with many security guards and they didn't mind people sleeping in there car, so at night I felt fairly safe. But if I didn't have a car I couldn't imagine living on the streets

@InvisiblePeople

3 жыл бұрын

it's a reality for too many people anymore

@gregorycyr9272

3 жыл бұрын

Homeless is going up in Raleigh NC and Greensboro NC is getting very bad.

@Jenifer_G

3 жыл бұрын

No one should have to live like this. Start groups to push for affordable housing for low come earners and safe places to live.

@RockinRavenVA

2 жыл бұрын

@@gregorycyr9272 Time to sharpen the guillotines.

This is exactly the same I experienced for a couple of weeks and its so devastating that it shatters the inner self and respect of a person so badly. People judge homeless but once in that situation one then realises that no matter what was the cause of homelessness still homeless person is a human and feels pain. Help them and each others please.

I lived out of my car for just a couple months, maybe a few, it honestly didn’t really phase me but i was young and got used to the routine of eating anything under a dollar and bird bathing in McDonalds bathrooms lol. But if i was older I could see this really getting to me. But guys if you’re living out of your car, please do this same thing. Ridesharing paysss if you’re out at the right times! Apply for jobs during the day time and drive at night. You’ll be a-okay. Don’t give up and trust the process.

I lived in my car for a year and a half. The winter was brutal, washing in a bathroom at a park so I could go to work. Everyone at work knew I was living in my car, all of my belongings were in it, but they didnt put me down. I saved up enough to rent a place and moved on up to finally buying a place. It was Very Hard but it can be done. Its scary because there are so many obstacles, but as long as you don't give in to depression you can do it.

Lived in a van for 3 years by choice, and a car for 6 months so no comparison to someone who has no other choice. Though my time was spent on the west coast of the states, all the way down to Costa Rica doing odd jobs for a place to park and for food. Then the east coast of the states. The east coast is by far the most difficult, in the ithe first two weeks we got moved on 5 times by the police. People are so scared and disconnected from reality there. I've been fortunate to travel a lot and can say that the US if possibly the most broken of all the societies I've lived in, there is just so much contempt for other humans and basic decency seems to have been lost. The scene of the woman knocking on the window of the car says it all, instead of asking if they need help, they call the police.

@espianmashias9565

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly especially S.C. It's terrible!!!

@tenshi.kurama

3 жыл бұрын

I’m from sc but I’d try to direct them to any help but if a cop gets called on u just tell em that your too drowsy to drive. It’s as bad as driving drunk to cops and they would rather u stop and rest than cause an accident and it’s not a lie really

@danieldaniels7571

3 жыл бұрын

@@tenshi.kurama yep. That’s always an easy out with cops. Don’t know why this is so hard for people to figure out.

@Armstrong.N

3 жыл бұрын

The cities are broken because they are being run by socialists. Where are the programs for the elderly, the mentally ill, the drug addicts and the unemployed?

@tenshi.kurama

3 жыл бұрын

@@Armstrong.N u know what I'm gonna start calling radical dems socialist cause that's what they are. Rinos and dinos both honestly. There are a few Rep. and Dems. who still love America and are trying to look out for us but they are the minority in house/senate/wh

I have experience this and it was the toughest period of my life. You never get to switch off. I was hiding in plain sight and everyday was a battle. You are sleep deprived, you have to keep moving so as not to draw attention to yourself. You get up early and go to bed late, you have to juggle finances, manage your fuel budget, avoid trouble and maintain your physical and mental well being and know where you can go to the toilet. During this period I listened to the audio book called the "Bible Experience" and only by the grace of God did i get through this difficult time in my life. I hope it has made me a more compassionate person with a greater sensitivity to those in need. I was also reminded that a car is a luxury, many homeless do not have, but it is still homelessness. May God help all who are experiencing the pain of homelessness in all it's forms.🙏🏾✝️❤️

Two over 50 adults, one slower mentally and with incontinence issues in a compact car with a small dog. Getting harder and harder to hide the tears. What I wouldn't give for a safe parking place.

I work at a service station in the Pacific Northwest and I see these folks come through during the night shift to gas up and fill water bottles with the hose. We have become a cruel and heatless people.

@xenuburger7924

3 жыл бұрын

I feel bad for the homeless dealing with all the heat up there.

I used to live in my car a long time ago. One day I could not take it anymore and had enough money saved for an apartment. Ever since, I’ve been working like a maniac seven days a week so I would never have to experience that again. People ask me why I work so much..to get rid of debt and never go back to living in my car situation.

@gregorycyr9272

3 жыл бұрын

Good for you.Yes,you are pretty and tough.

@novembersky3749

3 жыл бұрын

u go girl : )

@tomkrzyt

3 жыл бұрын

I must admit I should be a happy man. I live alone in a house with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths built in 2015 with a 6 acres lot. Tax equals 50 $ anually. I lost job one year ago but I have savings no worries. I live in Poland near Warsaw. I am 52. Living in US is a nightmare from my point of view.

@shimmer8289

3 жыл бұрын

I believe that for those people unable to find work, or chronically I'll and unable to work or have a mental illness that makes it difficult to work there should be a universal basic income. Too many people are burning out at two or three part time jobs just to stay housed.

@shikha5246

3 жыл бұрын

@@novembersky3749 Thank you

When the pandemic hit they stopped letting people use the rest rooms. Closed all parking lots that are well lit and safe. To add to that people were panic buying everything. The kids and I couldn't even get water.

My heart goes out to everyone in situation it can happen to anyone doesn't matter your age race gender. I was only 18 until this day its one of my biggest fears. I try to volunteer when I can to help out. I always try to treat everyone like a human being . Love n light to all especially everyone still fighting to survive. Be blessed n know God sits high n he looks low. I don't know when he will show up 4 you but I pray it's soon❤

I've been through this same thing... We parked at Loves Truck Stops and slept. Then on nights we made enough money, we got a hotel. It's a rough life and really wears you down fast.

I didn't understand all that her friend said as to why she couldn't come and stay there. I think no matter what you have going on in your life, how much space you have or anything else, you can offer a 4x7 spot on your floor in the corner or a couch for someone to crash. An inflatable mattress and a blanket is all someone might need. Even a screened in porch, a garage, an attic. Something is better than nothing to keep a friend off the street.

@richardhowe5583

3 жыл бұрын

Most people in the United States do not have any real friends, just a bunch of so-called fake friends that they do not realize that are not their real friends yet. The United States government has created a society just the way they want it, a divided Society that does not even know that the government is screwing over them so badly and stealing all of their tax money and doing so many illegal things under the table and they do not realize what is going on because they are so busy watching the dog and pony show and Washington DC which is totally fake. I have been all over the world and the American public especially the voting public is the most ignorant people I have ever seen in my life and I just turned 70. So sad but true. I moved to the Philippines after my retirement because I could not stand this America anymore. I have more true friends in the Philippines than I have ever had in the United States. Most of the Philippines people are poor but they will give you the shirt off their back and their last bite of food. I have never seen such friendly people in my life. The America today is not the America I grew up in.

@Armstrong.N

3 жыл бұрын

@@richardhowe5583 Sad but true these days.

@themousethatroared3371

3 жыл бұрын

@@richardhowe5583 Can someone live in the Philippines on $500 a month total income?

@oliviaortiz5157

3 жыл бұрын

That's why it's said well know who our friends and family really are when this situation happens 😢☹️ sadly everyone you thought loved you or cared for you really don't!!!

@AlmondJoie

3 жыл бұрын

@@oliviaortiz5157 Right?! I became homeless for the first time in 2016, some years after my mom died from cancer. My former step-dad gave me some money to help out, but then immediately kicked me in the teeth by asking, "So are you sleeping under a freeway overpass?" The very question took my breath away! I honestly didn't think he could be so mean, hurtful, and disrespectful. I paused for a moment to keep my composure and then _respectfully_ replied, "No." I haven't spoken to him since.

this is so close for so many of us now... I am building out a van as a safeguard, just in case... the social fabric is completely torn and some of these organizations are the last resource for those falling through the cracks... thank you for highlighting the reality of life in America

Broke down crying watching this. I truly wish I was in a position to assist with and eradicate the homeless crisis & housing insecurity all over. I may very well be pushed to this in about a month when I send my kids to be with their dad for the summer. It’s so hard to find suitable, safe, clean housing. Nowadays it’s slumlord galore. Prayers be with all of us!