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This person has enough money for a year’s rent in the bank and is still sleeping on the streets. That was my read. I have to confess that I am a little confused

This person has enough money for a year’s rent in the bank and is still sleeping on the streets. That was my read. I have to confess that I am a little confused.

notch656a 4y ago
I confess I am also still a little confused as to how one can involuntarily be on the streets with a year's rent in the bank. In most cities that in connection with employment is at least enough to buy and maintain a van or something that runs well enough to not run afoul of the 72 hour street parking rules. I presume there are either ideological factors or some unique unusual personal situation at play. One wild idea is perhaps ideological opposition to landlords and belief that the automobile is bad for the earth, but that's completely speculative.
- olivermarks 4y ago
  1/ There are no rooms to rent 2/ He doesn't drive and doesn't want to live in a vehicle 3/ He is not 100% mentally I suspect, and I would hate to see this functioning adult deteriorate on the streets
  - jelliclesfarm 4y ago
    It’s a difficult situation for sure. Fwiw, anything that requires compassion and understanding, I am loathe to rely on state/govt for it. Here is where community needs to come together to find creative solutions. Some suggestions: 1. Move to north bay or another area where it is more affordable. Whole Foods probably will allow transfers. 2. Can he upskill? Certificate courses or some such? 3. Can he get or can someone pitch in to get him a gym membership? 4. Will he be able to rent a room? 5. Room mate situation with someone? 6. Can he take driving lessons and obtain a license? Perhaps you can help him get a license or a gym membership? If he has the money, it’s a small amount. Stability and community is very crucial for housing vulnerable folks. There can be other jobs like house sitting or caretaking or pet sitting. There are many jobs online that also pay these days. Best of luck to your friend.

This person has enough money for a year’s rent in the bank and is still sleeping on the streets. That was my read. I have to confess that I am a little confused.

notch656a 4y ago

I confess I am also still a little confused as to how one can involuntarily be on the streets with a year's rent in the bank. In most cities that in connection with employment is at least enough to buy and maintain a van or something that runs well enough to not run afoul of the 72 hour street parking rules. I presume there are either ideological factors or some unique unusual personal situation at play. One wild idea is perhaps ideological opposition to landlords and belief that the automobile is bad for the earth, but that's completely speculative.

olivermarks 4y ago
1/ There are no rooms to rent 2/ He doesn't drive and doesn't want to live in a vehicle 3/ He is not 100% mentally I suspect, and I would hate to see this functioning adult deteriorate on the streets
- jelliclesfarm 4y ago
  It’s a difficult situation for sure. Fwiw, anything that requires compassion and understanding, I am loathe to rely on state/govt for it. Here is where community needs to come together to find creative solutions. Some suggestions: 1. Move to north bay or another area where it is more affordable. Whole Foods probably will allow transfers. 2. Can he upskill? Certificate courses or some such? 3. Can he get or can someone pitch in to get him a gym membership? 4. Will he be able to rent a room? 5. Room mate situation with someone? 6. Can he take driving lessons and obtain a license? Perhaps you can help him get a license or a gym membership? If he has the money, it’s a small amount. Stability and community is very crucial for housing vulnerable folks. There can be other jobs like house sitting or caretaking or pet sitting. There are many jobs online that also pay these days. Best of luck to your friend.