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> Many homeless people prefer to camp outside rather than stay in the shelter system Why?
by tony0x02 5y ago
> Many homeless people prefer to camp outside rather than stay in the shelter system
Why?
- DoreenMichele 5y agoMost shelters have serious problems, like mold. They aren't actually safe because you can be harassed, assaulted or have your stuff stolen by other homeless people. A high percentage of homeless people have health issues. This means putting a bunch of them together exposes already sick people to cross contamination with other diseases, making their health worse. They have curfews and other rules making it one step removed from a prison. If you have any funds of any kind, some will charge you for being there, making you essentially their prisoner with no means to escape.