My Name is Tonya I used to Live in New York City Brooklyn, I shot heroin for 36 years on the street I moved to upstate New York I have 19 months clean but for the Grace of God there I will Love to meet you
I lived in and worked those streets from 90-95 after leaving Boston. I was hit with Narcan at least 6 times at Episcopal and detoxed at Kensington Hospital so many times that they blacklisted me. I've been robbed, beaten and raped twice down there. I ended up in JFK after a bad car accident and was detoxed after which I agreed to a long term program up in the Poconos. THERE IS HOPE!! I've been clean since 95 and went to work in the field of addiction, getting people into detox. I JUST found this page now and it REALLY keeps it green for me!! Thank you Frank for ALL that you do!! We NEED a LOT more caring people like you on the front lines!! MUCH RESPECT AND APPRECIATION to you!! Your sister in recovery, Sue
Thank u guys so much for showing the human side of this devastating situation ongoing in Kensington..I have 6 yrs clean now I was a addict for 20yrs on the streets of Kensington,by the Grace n Mercy of God I made it out alive.I have mad respect for you guys thank you for all the help u bring In saving ppls lives,I can tell use guys definitely care♥️
@@kathydawson3301 I'm sorry for your loss. I have a sister and couldn't imagine the pain I could have put her through. Nothing can take away that pain. However you need to remember something. It's okay to be sad that hes gone, but dont forget to be glad he existed. People that say time heals are lying. Ny father committed suicide. The loss of someone special doesnt get easier. But you can make your own day brighter. Take any negative energy, rage, hate, loss, and make it positive. Even though we experience these trials through life, learn from them. Make yourself stronger from what happend. Maybe help people like yourself. Give back to the world. Share your story, not necessarily of hope, but of your experience, and how you survived through it. I felt as if I had to tell you this. Unfortunately I'm an empath, and I feel you have work to do for people like me.
Hi I’m a recovering addict and have been sober for 5 months now and it’s still hard not to think of using heroin but God willing I wake up everyday and happier and I know how easy drugs make u feel good and the depression it causes and people think it’s just not real until they get addicted,. So pray for everyone
I sit here watching this video and thinking back of my time out there in those same streets. I'm BLESS to have made it out. I'm married with a home and raising my kids today . Thank you Jesus. People can change im living proof. Only GOD can judge. 🙏
@@ednajeanamos7224 You have to want it. Then the hard work begins. Life is to short and precious to be wasting away. Thoughts and prayers to all the Lost lives out there God bless
When you've walked in the shoez of others. Lived, suffered and endured the hardest of times of your life. And to go back and show love and to show that nothing is impossible for christ and the inner strength that we all have inside our souls. Is something so wonderful that because now you have overcame that phase of your life you are going back caring for others and showing them that they can too become well again. Getting on drugs may be choice and as humans we all make mistakes but once you fall into that dark hole with your face down it's really hard to dig yourself up again. God bless you and may he continue to do his work in you and for having love for others.
you are a good hearted humble Man. much respect to you from a person in london, England, I am a 53 year old man and have lived much of life, you are a young man and on thr right path in life. god bless you.
You will be in Heaven man, I love watching your posts, I’m disabled and that’s the kind of thing I would have loved to do, I believe in judging no one, I had a family member die last year of drugs, I miss him so much. Your kindness and how far you travel to help these poor souls. I love you man , prayers to all of those people, and prayers to you for all the kindness you do. What a beautiful heart ❤️ you have. We are from Ireland . 🍀🍀🍀🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
Eric Parker for real man this honestly isn’t that funny I’m a past Attica myself luckily not this far due to my means to deal but it only made me worse I’m just lucky to b alive man shout out to these ppl that check on ppl that most dudes or chicks jus walk right by man
I come from Germany and I watch your chanel often. I was addicted to heroin and cocaine for 15 years. I was born in 1962, not in 1996.The 96 in my profile name has a different meaning. I think what you do is super. God protect you
I watch your videos and interviews regularly,I never realized this place even existed, It tears at my heart,I'm in Columbus ohio,and like you said,always one check away from homeless, your positivity makes me appreciate what I have,and to keep my attitude positive, thanks, be careful out there I'll pray for your continual efforts to help turn people's life around!!
You’re such a good guy. Being in the heart of it all and you in recovery seeing all this and not wanting to relapse You a strong dude. You got my respect fr. World need more of you 😘
Coming up on 5 years clean and sober and videos like this make me remember where I came from and very grateful for what I had today cuz I was in those people's same shoes sleeping under a bridge a slave to the drugs .. Sleeping in 0 degree weather all winter long.. always remember where you came from
I'm watching your video and feeling it, 1999 parole told me to get the f out of philly, I was living on that same block in a room house across the street from needle park where those steps are, parole bought my ticket took me to the bus and sent me on my way, I struggled for awile however I've been clean 9 years, married for 7, a home owner for 5, many years in and out of rehaps nothing worked for me, I couldn't get a year clean, then one day I got on my knees and prayed, been clean from that day till now it was Oct 27,2011, I thank you for your video it brings everything to remembrance.
Respect my brother.... I live 4 blocks from k&a ..I fought my battle young with pills and won been clean and out of cfcf for 3 years now .... now I'm 26 own 2 cars and a full time job with my class A CDL .. I thank God every day I woke tf up .. I come from a family of all addicts.. even lost my only brother on Somerset OD... .. would love to link up and get involved with saving our community... keep it up my dude show the public what the news doesn't
I FEEL what your doing man. Idk about god but this is God's work. You touched on something that I've not heard a lot of other people mention in recovery and to me it's the most important thing, you said "this keeps it green for me". I've always said that I try to keep that feeling close to my chest, I dont ever want to forget what it was like out there. It's real easy to look back on the pockets full days, on the dope whores, on the FUN. But I try to never forget what sleeping in those parks was like. What waking up sick in the morning, freezing and wet, with nowhere, nothing, and no one. What going through it in a cell over and over and over was like. How fucking bad it is in the end. That's what keeps me on my path every day. My wife and I both have 8 years clean and going strong. Keep doing what your doing brother, people judge what they dont know, and other than living it this is the only way to raise awareness, and hopefully breed some compassion. Much love.
Congratulations to you and your wife.. it IS HARD.. I’ve shot dope since 2011.. been in and out of methadone programs.. in and out because I relapse, n my heart and mind.. I WANT to be sober.. I WANT to have a good life for my kids and I.. I just DONT KNOW WHY I KEEP RELAPSING. Currently I’m on methadone.. almost 2 yrs this time around.. yea, I’m not shooting dope anymore.. but now I’m smoking/snorting “ice”.. meth. I’m not sure what to do anymore.. I’m happy that I put the needle down.. but picked up the bowl.. I have NO ONE to talk to, vent to, to give me encouragement or just advice.. my husband of almost 20YRS tells me that even tho I’m taking methadone, in his eyes, I’m STILL A DOPE FIEN cuz he thinks they are the same thing.. also he believes with EVERYTHING in him, that doing dope is a CHOICE. He says I do it and depend on it because I “want to”.. he KNOWS the trauma I lived from childhood (which 95% is suppressed).. up until THE DAY WE MARRIED,(he was my across the street neighbor).. but STILL says it’s.my choice.. it’s hard for me.. either way, sorry for all that.. I just REALLY WANTED TO CONGRATULATE YOU AND YOUR WIFE AND TO SAY WELL DONE AND I HOPE YOU GUYS STAY FOCUSED AND CONTINUE TO SUCCEED..
I been there too. About the same clean time as you, going on 3 years ..life is a blessing and until the user actually realises how much your hurting others you love its so hard to even ask for help. So happy to the person who made suboxin thank you for saving my life! And giving my boys their mommy back.godbless you for all you do! Keep it up.
Your vid popped up and I watched. I subscribed. God Bless you for what you're doing, I have a son out somewhere in the grip of Meth....each and every one of those people you help , it's like I can see his face. Thank you so much....Bless all these people and may Our Savior watch over them.
Sherry Kilby I’m so sorry Sherry I’m up at 5:30am wondering about my own Son. He’s supposed to go to work in half hour & he’s not home yet. I’ll pray for your Son.
Sherry, I feel your pain I am going through the same thing, but there is one thing I know for sure, GOD says ask, believe, and we shall receive!!! That is my strength, hope, and peice and I know he will be free before I leave this world, he also says he sees or hearts desire, hang onto GOD with everything you got and we both will see what GOD will do!! Prayers for you
Hey Frank, good job you’re doing shining a light on the drop epidemic in the United States, it’s a real lesson for the rest of the world. I have never touched drugs in my life and I pray to God I never will, but I know people whose lives have been destroyed by drugs. God bless you
It’s so 💔 how scared they are when ur tryin to help them because 9 outta 10 times people will act like they are tryin to help n really just hurt them :/
I have been watching these videos and it’s so sad that these are still people who society gave up on, I have been there thank God I have four years clean I’m trying to help those still sick and suffering Great video
Thank you Frank for giving back! We appreciate it and would want to help give back. My aunt megan dies of an overdose in 2012 on Kensington ave and ontario. So thank you for helping and looking out for those who are sick and suffering and I pray for those addicted, sick and suffering 🙏🏻. I would love to help give back!!! God bless you🙏🏻💙
Frank you are amazing! 💯You have restored my faith in humanity!❤ I've Walked in those Shoes!!👢 I've Done Things During Active Addiction That when I Think about it I Cringe.😨 I'm Sickened by the Places Heroin Took me😔😣. I THANK GOD He Saved Me🛐. I Volunteer for The Peer Ran Warmline in Richmond VA. I Support, Refer, Listen,N try to be as Helpful as I can By Sharing my Lived Experiences to help.☯ The Power of 1 Addict helping Another is W/O Parallel.💪 Love You Brother 💞 BE BLESSED AND BE A BLESSING💯❤
Brother man, you doin the Lords work! Walking around Kenz helping out people on deaths door who have no one and nothing! From a fellow Pennsylvanian Thank You, Good Luck and Godspeed! Bless you homie! You got a new fan!!!!
You’re a good man. I have empathy for these people but many do not. I grew up in San Francisco and my dad shielded me from a lot of what has transpired here. But at the end of the day I was taught to be understanding and I really love that you’re talking to these people with compassion. 🙏🏽
I Respect what you're doing Brother!! I heard you mention you will be coming to NY can you please give a heads up when you know for sure that you'll be coming. I have a bunch of clothes, sneakers & shoes I'd like to give you. I also have a few suits that I dont wear anymore I figured you can take them and hopefully when some of these guys you help are cleaning up and might need some dress clothes for an interview you could give them the suits. Keep doing what you're doing Bro it is extremely commendable especially seeing how Genuine you are about helping these people I was WAY to close myself to almost being in their position a few times so I totally understand the pain.
You have the biggest heart, keep up the good work. I've been clean from crack for 20 years now and I did it on my own. I was on the streets in Indianapolis I wish I had meet someone like you. Great job very well done
Frank have you ever thought of going on a prison youtube channel for an interview? Like 23 & 1, or big herc? They have big platforms .Your story is powerful & your subs will jump 10 fold. Thanks for your work
Maybe even Shaun Atwood (not sure if I spelt Atwood correctly- it may be Attwood but people that are invited on his platform all end up with many more people subscribing to their channels. That would be pretty cool. He’s across the pond now, but served prison time for trafficking ecstasy in Arizona, he has a “True Crime” podcast and then he also does videos on Epstein, the Royals, Madeline McCann, etc. he probably would see this as a worthwhile interview!
I have so much respect for you and what you do. I have many friends that's are homeless and there my friends I love them like they love me I'm from cali, San Francisco I don't do what you do but I try to help who I can. Bless you.
What you are doing is a blessing. Addicts are invisible and voiceless to the masses, we must realize that we are all God's people. You are giving them a voice, and with that comes understanding and compassion. Angels are walking around amongst us and you are one. Keep doing what your doing. Much needed.
In the 34th minute, a guy is talking about being sent to Albion. Before COVID hit I did a lot of volunteer work at Albion! I love and miss the guys who are in there!
I know you are married so I'm saying this in the most platonic way that i love you and I truly admire that you care for your fellow human being and citizen. From Hawaii mahalo nui loa for your patience and love. It can't be easy but you are a warrior.
The government of Philadelphia should be ashamed of themselves. Good job Frank and your team. You guy’s are doing god’s work. You also should be wearing gloves.
Man you are a breath of fresh air my friend! I’ve been watching you only for a couple of months now and I admire your compassion and courage and love for the under dog! It’s been 8 years clean and sober for me and I was getting discouraged until watching you and your family! I want to help in a big way to help you keep up the awesome work! Thank you 🙏
I can't thank you enough for your genuine heart and the Mission you are on to help the souls..... You are a wonderful, beautiful, soul, Frank...... Please don't give up. You are makin a difference.... You're a special soul. 🤗🤗🤗❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏
I respect u 100% brother for what ur doing i been clean of heroin for a lil over 3 years and now im blessed with my first son and he is my world ill never go back to that life. And all those people i hope they go get the help they need when they are ready cause only ur self can want to be clean.. Ur a gift from god brother sending love from MD
Breaks my heart 😭 My cousin overdosed in Kensignton. Not a day goes by that I don't think about him. He laid there dead for HOURS until police found him
I am so sad to hear of your loss. Its hard enough losing someone you love to illess in a hospital or at home like I lost my mum 6months ago to cancer she was a good age 88 but to lose a son daughter or the like to drugs and not found for that amout of time must play havock with your mind. I will have you in my heart bless you always. 😢🙏
God bless you for doing what you do.....looking out for people that most others have forgotten. Know a little of your story and think it's great how you re paying it forward, cause not everyone gets a second chance. Humanity and compassion is a virtue I wish more people practiced. Theres a special place in heavan for people like you.
Happened to stumble on you. Love what your doing! People want help, you get tried of being dope sick!! Sending love your way.🌄🐢🐢take time to smell the air of freedom. Not all can.
God bless you. You are an angel for all you do! I just found your videos & honestly I had no idea how bad it was , its heartbreaking😢 Subscribed & sending prayers for everyone . Thank you for shining a light on problems of addiction & homelessness . God bless these people . The world needs more people like you Frank, you are an example of angels walking amount us. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Brother, I highly recommend you carry narcan on you spray form, I’m sure the local paramedic at a fire station would be more than happy to educate you on administration to victims.
Most of them aren’t od’d ferry mixed with tranquilizer and your just tranquilizer not actually in a bad Od like people think it’s hard to tell if it’s a od or not if they are breathing let them go I been on them same streets 4 years
You are a hero in it's own way. Super cool to see someone serving them at their needs and where they are at. These videos make me more open minded to people using just how bad itis and what they truly suffer from.
Frank you are a good man! Your kindness, strength are powerful. You use them as a wise warrior of the ills of his community should. God has a special place for you! Thank you!
Such an eye=opener! No 'American Dream' to be found here... so terribly sad to see people lost and in the grip of addiction. What a window into 'real' street living. Every small act of kindness brings consciousness into this world. Keep going King Frank. #thankful #grateful
I just stumbled across one of your videos... This is my 2nd... I've subscribed! I LOVE what you're doing! There but for the grace go I, buddy! Keep it real & stay safe!❤️
As a recovering heroin addict I understand what it’s like to be living next to deaths door but now I’m happier than I was wen I was smoking and to have a person support u thru this is everything
Much Respect and love From England United kingdom 👍😁 🇬🇧 wanted to say a massive thankyou for helping people..and you stay safe too ..you are touching peoples hearts with kindness. God Bless you.😇👍
Thank God for you brother. Showing the reality of addiction and sharing so open and honestly about your own life. Your channel is a real blessing and its going to flourish and prosper!!
you are doing great work, people are very quick to judge. I have worked with people who have serious addictions, however I see past the addiction and see what they were before addiction. Its difficult enough to quit smoking cigarettes...imagine being in the right state of mind to try to come off heroin etc. Its not easy and may take several attempts and what can help you to pull through is your support system, sadly most families lose contact with the very people that need their support so they continue to lose sight of the light at the end of the tunnel. For that one person you manage to help, you have done great. People don't realise that at any given time in life you can find yourself in a situation you never thought you would be in...love and blessings from London x
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My Name is Tonya I used to Live in New York City Brooklyn, I shot heroin for 36 years on the street I moved to upstate New York I have 19 months clean but for the Grace of God there I will Love to meet you
Good job Tonya. I hope your still doing ok! ❤
Great job Tonya keep your head high and be strong praying for you 💕🙏🏾
literally out there picking people up off the streets.....so much respect for you bro god bless
Real talk. Inspiration
💜💜💜💜so much respect for u Frank!!! God love you!!!
Yes for real.. To bad there's not more like this guy may Be if there was more people like him things would be different.
He makes sure, that people, who are sleeping to long, are alright. Frank, you are paying it forward. You show love and concern. Kudos to you!
I lived in and worked those streets from 90-95 after leaving Boston.
I was hit with Narcan at least 6 times at Episcopal and detoxed at Kensington Hospital so many times that they blacklisted me.
I've been robbed, beaten and raped twice down there. I ended up in JFK after a bad car accident and was detoxed after which I agreed to a long term program up in the Poconos.
THERE IS HOPE!! I've been clean since 95 and went to work in the field of addiction, getting people into detox.
I JUST found this page now and it REALLY keeps it green for me!!
Thank you Frank for ALL that you do!! We NEED a LOT more caring people like you on the front lines!!
MUCH RESPECT AND APPRECIATION to you!!
Your sister in recovery, Sue
stay strong
💟💟 Sue.
BackinBoston Susan shout out to Boston this disease is everywhere man dnt and won’t stop
Love you sue my counselor sounds like your story only here in tulsa.
Glad you made it free of your addiction and helping others as well. God bless you and keep up the good work! ❤
Thank u guys so much for showing the human side of this devastating situation ongoing in Kensington..I have 6 yrs clean now I was a addict for 20yrs on the streets of Kensington,by the Grace n Mercy of God I made it out alive.I have mad respect for you guys thank you for all the help u bring In saving ppls lives,I can tell use guys definitely care♥️
STAY CLEAN CHAMPION
Mighty God. Wonderful testimony. Ephesians 3:20.
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When you helped that guy off the ground. Much love. Sober 5 years as of February 14th. It's people like you that change lives. We need more of you.
Congratulations on the 5 years I lost my oldest brother to heroin 2008. Keep the faith. 😊
@@kathydawson3301 I'm sorry for your loss. I have a sister and couldn't imagine the pain I could have put her through. Nothing can take away that pain. However you need to remember something. It's okay to be sad that hes gone, but dont forget to be glad he existed. People that say time heals are lying. Ny father committed suicide. The loss of someone special doesnt get easier. But you can make your own day brighter. Take any negative energy, rage, hate, loss, and make it positive. Even though we experience these trials through life, learn from them. Make yourself stronger from what happend. Maybe help people like yourself. Give back to the world. Share your story, not necessarily of hope, but of your experience, and how you survived through it. I felt as if I had to tell you this. Unfortunately I'm an empath, and I feel you have work to do for people like me.
Hi I’m a recovering addict and have been sober for 5 months now and it’s still hard not to think of using heroin but God willing I wake up everyday and happier and I know how easy drugs make u feel good and the depression it causes and people think it’s just not real until they get addicted,. So pray for everyone
You’re an angel sent from Heaven love. ❤️
I've been sober for 8 months in still young in it and videos likes these remind me to stay away and I thank you for that Frank
be strong my friend
Major blessings I hope your well and healthy
Good for you!! ❤
Congratulations.
I'm glad for you, be strong & keep up the good work .
Congratulations
Wow I do not miss Kensington, grateful to be clean 06/02/17 ❤️ keep doing what your doing
Bravo!
I sit here watching this video and thinking back of my time out there in those same streets. I'm BLESS to have made it out. I'm married with a home and raising my kids today . Thank you Jesus. People can change im living proof. Only GOD can judge. 🙏
I grew up there and it just hurts
Yes people can change. They need to realize there is a better life. My heart hurts for them
@@ednajeanamos7224 You have to want it. Then the hard work begins. Life is to short and precious to be wasting away. Thoughts and prayers to all the Lost lives out there God bless
@@conwayf9281 your so right
When you've walked in the shoez of others. Lived, suffered and endured the hardest of times of your life. And to go back and show love and to show that nothing is impossible for christ and the inner strength that we all have inside our souls. Is something so wonderful that because now you have overcame that phase of your life you are going back caring for others and showing them that they can too become well again. Getting on drugs may be choice and as humans we all make mistakes but once you fall into that dark hole with your face down it's really hard to dig yourself up again. God bless you and may he continue to do his work in you and for having love for others.
Hats off to you for paying it forward, sharing your stories and helping others. Your heart, bravery and tenacity is commendable. THANK YOU
Ditto, these people are HEROES, that go into these areas and show them some Humanity.👍🙏❤
Hey man you got a good heart....thank you for geting that person some thing to eat ...god bless you amen may god be with us all amen
I’ve been binge watching your videos and you are a such a caring person ❤️❤️❤️ thank you for being kind to these people who are down and out.
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I cant help but cry watching this. Youre heart is so BIG!
you are a good hearted humble Man. much respect to you from a person in london, England, I am a 53 year old man and have lived much of life, you are a young man and on thr right path in life. god bless you.
You will be in Heaven man, I love watching your posts, I’m disabled and that’s the kind of thing I would have loved to do, I believe in judging no one, I had a family member die last year of drugs, I miss him so much. Your kindness and how far you travel to help these poor souls. I love you man , prayers to all of those people, and prayers to you for all the kindness you do. What a beautiful heart ❤️ you have. We are from Ireland . 🍀🍀🍀🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
I'm sorry for your loss. I hope you have many dream visitations from your cousin.
keep doing hat you're doing my dude. the world needs people like you to help
Eric Parker for real man this honestly isn’t that funny I’m a past Attica myself luckily not this far due to my means to deal but it only made me worse I’m just lucky to b alive man shout out to these ppl that check on ppl that most dudes or chicks jus walk right by man
Not funny guy
I come from Germany and I watch your chanel often.
I was addicted to heroin and cocaine for 15 years. I was born in 1962, not in 1996.The 96 in my profile name has a different meaning.
I think what you do is super. God protect you
Man you are amazing im a recovering addict. Married with a daughter now i am so blessed and happy. Love what you are doing
Love that you care for these people so much and help them. Thank you
I watch your videos and interviews regularly,I never realized this place even existed, It tears at my heart,I'm in Columbus ohio,and like you said,always one check away from homeless, your positivity makes me appreciate what I have,and to keep my attitude positive, thanks, be careful out there I'll pray for your continual efforts to help turn people's life around!!
Much respect to you, we need more ppl like you💪🏽💪🏽
You’re such a good guy. Being in the heart of it all and you in recovery seeing all this and not wanting to relapse You a strong dude. You got my respect fr. World need more of you 😘
Coming up on 5 years clean and sober and videos like this make me remember where I came from and very grateful for what I had today cuz I was in those people's same shoes sleeping under a bridge a slave to the drugs .. Sleeping in 0 degree weather all winter long.. always remember where you came from
Thank you for being human, kind and sharing this struggle with the streets. Good Man!
I'm watching your video and feeling it, 1999 parole told me to get the f out of philly, I was living on that same block in a room house across the street from needle park where those steps are, parole bought my ticket took me to the bus and sent me on my way, I struggled for awile however I've been clean 9 years, married for 7, a home owner for 5, many years in and out of rehaps nothing worked for me, I couldn't get a year clean, then one day I got on my knees and prayed, been clean from that day till now it was Oct 27,2011, I thank you for your video it brings everything to remembrance.
Respect my brother.... I live 4 blocks from k&a ..I fought my battle young with pills and won been clean and out of cfcf for 3 years now .... now I'm 26 own 2 cars and a full time job with my class A CDL .. I thank God every day I woke tf up .. I come from a family of all addicts.. even lost my only brother on Somerset OD... .. would love to link up and get involved with saving our community... keep it up my dude show the public what the news doesn't
Keep it up dont look back
Congratulations and best wishes to you! Keep up the incredible job you are doing.
🙌 💪😇💗 Keep moving forward.. Never backward
I FEEL what your doing man. Idk about god but this is God's work. You touched on something that I've not heard a lot of other people mention in recovery and to me it's the most important thing, you said "this keeps it green for me". I've always said that I try to keep that feeling close to my chest, I dont ever want to forget what it was like out there. It's real easy to look back on the pockets full days, on the dope whores, on the FUN. But I try to never forget what sleeping in those parks was like. What waking up sick in the morning, freezing and wet, with nowhere, nothing, and no one. What going through it in a cell over and over and over was like. How fucking bad it is in the end. That's what keeps me on my path every day. My wife and I both have 8 years clean and going strong. Keep doing what your doing brother, people judge what they dont know, and other than living it this is the only way to raise awareness, and hopefully breed some compassion. Much love.
Congratulations to you and your wife.. it IS HARD.. I’ve shot dope since 2011.. been in and out of methadone programs.. in and out because I relapse, n my heart and mind.. I WANT to be sober.. I WANT to have a good life for my kids and I.. I just DONT KNOW WHY I KEEP RELAPSING. Currently I’m on methadone.. almost 2 yrs this time around.. yea, I’m not shooting dope anymore.. but now I’m smoking/snorting “ice”.. meth. I’m not sure what to do anymore.. I’m happy that I put the needle down.. but picked up the bowl.. I have NO ONE to talk to, vent to, to give me encouragement or just advice.. my husband of almost 20YRS tells me that even tho I’m taking methadone, in his eyes, I’m STILL A DOPE FIEN cuz he thinks they are the same thing.. also he believes with EVERYTHING in him, that doing dope is a CHOICE. He says I do it and depend on it because I “want to”.. he KNOWS the trauma I lived from childhood (which 95% is suppressed).. up until THE DAY WE MARRIED,(he was my across the street neighbor).. but STILL says it’s.my choice.. it’s hard for me.. either way, sorry for all that.. I just REALLY WANTED TO CONGRATULATE YOU AND YOUR WIFE AND TO SAY WELL DONE AND I HOPE YOU GUYS STAY FOCUSED AND CONTINUE TO SUCCEED..
Praying you open your very own recovery house! God bless you Frank and your beautiful wife and children❤😔🙏
So vulnerable laying on street alone like that..poor kid i pray he gets clean and off those dirty streets
I know they are so filthy the streets it’s shocking. You would think with so many homeless they would do more. There is so much they could be doing.
I been there too. About the same clean time as you, going on 3 years ..life is a blessing and until the user actually realises how much your hurting others you love its so hard to even ask for help. So happy to the person who made suboxin thank you for saving my life! And giving my boys their mommy back.godbless you for all you do! Keep it up.
Your vid popped up and I watched. I subscribed. God Bless you for what you're doing, I have a son out somewhere in the grip of Meth....each and every one of those people you help , it's like I can see his face. Thank you so much....Bless all these people and may Our Savior watch over them.
Sherry Kilby I’m so sorry Sherry I’m up at 5:30am wondering about my own Son. He’s supposed to go to work in half hour & he’s not home yet. I’ll pray for your Son.
Sherry, I feel your pain I am going through the same thing, but there is one thing I know for sure, GOD says ask, believe, and we shall receive!!! That is my strength, hope, and peice and I know he will be free before I leave this world, he also says he sees or hearts desire, hang onto GOD with everything you got and we both will see what GOD will do!! Prayers for you
Hey Frank, good job you’re doing shining a light on the drop epidemic in the United States, it’s a real lesson for the rest of the world. I have never touched drugs in my life and I pray to God I never will, but I know people whose lives have been destroyed by drugs. God bless you
So much love and respect from 🇦🇺 Australia ❤️
Thank you for being the kind compassionate people you are!
It’s so 💔 how scared they are when ur tryin to help them because 9 outta 10 times people will act like they are tryin to help n really just hurt them :/
Lindsay Fitzgerald when that poor kid covered his face like they were going to beat him my heart broke too.
I have been watching these videos and it’s so sad that these are still people who society gave up on, I have been there thank God I have four years clean I’m trying to help those still sick and suffering Great video
Exactly what i was just thinking 😞
Sad Indeed.
Real talk
Thank you Frank for giving back! We appreciate it and would want to help give back. My aunt megan dies of an overdose in 2012 on Kensington ave and ontario. So thank you for helping and looking out for those who are sick and suffering and I pray for those addicted, sick and suffering 🙏🏻. I would love to help give back!!! God bless you🙏🏻💙
Email me facesofkensington@yahoo
You all Stay Strong...
Wish we had a Frank in every city. Ppl need so much help..
Fr
I dnt know if people would use frank.
I agree but I suppose there are only so many angels to go around
@@alicewatt4154 could be hun. What a bad thing he has to go thru.
Right
I love wat this guy does we need more people like u brother
You can't get anymore real, definitely telling a story without even having to say anything 💯💯💯
The White House is dirtier they just cover it up better than the ghettos
I found you. Great motto: morals over money. I just subbed. Thanks for sharing this. 👍👍👍
Frank you are amazing! 💯You have restored my faith in humanity!❤ I've Walked in those Shoes!!👢 I've Done Things During Active Addiction That when I Think about it I Cringe.😨 I'm Sickened by the Places Heroin Took me😔😣. I THANK GOD He Saved Me🛐.
I Volunteer for The Peer Ran Warmline in Richmond VA. I Support, Refer, Listen,N try to be as Helpful as I can By Sharing my Lived Experiences to help.☯
The Power of 1 Addict helping Another is W/O Parallel.💪
Love You Brother 💞
BE BLESSED AND BE A BLESSING💯❤
Brother man, you doin the Lords work! Walking around Kenz helping out people on deaths door who have no one and nothing! From a fellow Pennsylvanian Thank You, Good Luck and Godspeed! Bless you homie! You got a new fan!!!!
Hello again Frank. I really admire you. I check everyday for your posts. Please be careful. Much love and prayers.
You’re a good man. I have empathy for these people but many do not. I grew up in San Francisco and my dad shielded me from a lot of what has transpired here. But at the end of the day I was taught to be understanding and I really love that you’re talking to these people with compassion. 🙏🏽
You’re an angel. I find this tremendously inspirational.
That's right...Don't judge. Love what y'all do!!! God bless
I Respect what you're doing Brother!! I heard you mention you will be coming to NY can you please give a heads up when you know for sure that you'll be coming. I have a bunch of clothes, sneakers & shoes I'd like to give you. I also have a few suits that I dont wear anymore I figured you can take them and hopefully when some of these guys you help are cleaning up and might need some dress clothes for an interview you could give them the suits. Keep doing what you're doing Bro it is extremely commendable especially seeing how Genuine you are about helping these people I was WAY to close myself to almost being in their position a few times so I totally understand the pain.
Such a joy to see true human kindness. Thank you for the love - coming at you from South Africa. Respect. x
You have the biggest heart, keep up the good work. I've been clean from crack for 20 years now and I did it on my own. I was on the streets in Indianapolis I wish I had meet someone like you. Great job very well done
Congratulations
I don't know who you are brother but I love you and send all the universe's blessings. Keep fighting for the people King. One Love.
Frank have you ever thought of going on a prison youtube channel for an interview? Like 23 & 1, or big herc? They have big platforms .Your story is powerful & your subs will jump 10 fold. Thanks for your work
The Interview is up on Lockdown 23& 1. Happy Thanksgiving
Maybe even Shaun Atwood (not sure if I spelt Atwood correctly- it may be Attwood but people that are invited on his platform all end up with many more people subscribing to their channels. That would be pretty cool. He’s across the pond now, but served prison time for trafficking ecstasy in Arizona, he has a “True Crime” podcast and then he also does videos on Epstein, the Royals, Madeline McCann, etc. he probably would see this as a worthwhile interview!
Ryan .
@@tonezone2654 yes?
Angels do exist young man your kindness and wealth of empathy brings me to tears
Man..big props..to y'all..im jessi a tie.dye artist and medical weed activist...i can do much but I can come out and donate some dyes....
I have so much respect for you and what you do. I have many friends that's are homeless and there my friends I love them like they love me I'm from cali, San Francisco I don't do what you do but I try to help who I can. Bless you.
NEVER GIVE UP GOD HEAR YOUR CRYS!
What you are doing is a blessing. Addicts are invisible and voiceless to the masses, we must realize that we are all God's people. You are giving them a voice, and with that comes understanding and compassion. Angels are walking around amongst us and you are one. Keep doing what your doing. Much needed.
This is awesome man you are giving back! You are a CNN hero in my book !
In the 34th minute, a guy is talking about being sent to Albion. Before COVID hit I did a lot of volunteer work at Albion! I love and miss the guys who are in there!
I know you are married so I'm saying this in the most platonic way that i love you and I truly admire that you care for your fellow human being and citizen. From Hawaii mahalo nui loa for your patience and love. It can't be easy but you are a warrior.
Thank God for people like you 🙏🙏🙏💜💜💜🙏🙏🙏 thank you for being so caring and empathetic towards others 💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏🌷🦋🌷🦋✌✌
Hey sweetie new subie love what your doing I'm a ex heroine addict been clean 10 years now.just sending love from allentown p.a.💯🧡💛💚
The government of Philadelphia should be ashamed of themselves. Good job Frank and your team. You guy’s are doing god’s work. You also should be wearing gloves.
I think you are doing an amazing job. You have such a big heart. Hugs from Sweden.
Man you are a breath of fresh air my friend! I’ve been watching you only for a couple of months now and I admire your compassion and courage and love for the under dog! It’s been 8 years clean and sober for me and I was getting discouraged until watching you and your family! I want to help in a big way to help you keep up the awesome work! Thank you 🙏
God bless you bruh! I wish there were more men and women like you👍🏾👍🏾. Please lord help these people out here
I'm Connie from Louisiana, and I appreciate the work that you do In Kensington by helping people .
I pray they recover asap, thanks Frank for having a caring ❤️
It's so amazing how he is in touch with this. I watch these cause it helps me understand my sons addiction. It's so sad
God bless you, you have a beautiful heart. Stay safe and keep helping
I can't thank you enough for your genuine heart and the Mission you are on to help the souls.....
You are a wonderful, beautiful, soul, Frank......
Please don't give up.
You are makin a difference....
You're a special soul.
🤗🤗🤗❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏
This guy is an inspiration man
I respect u 100% brother for what ur doing i been clean of heroin for a lil over 3 years and now im blessed with my first son and he is my world ill never go back to that life. And all those people i hope they go get the help they need when they are ready cause only ur self can want to be clean.. Ur a gift from god brother sending love from MD
You doing.a.good god.bless u.🙏🙏🙏❣️❣️👌
Doing God's work. Thank you. You lift my spirits.
Breaks my heart 😭 My cousin overdosed in Kensignton. Not a day goes by that I don't think about him. He laid there dead for HOURS until police found him
Awww,im so sorry about your cousin Stacy😢😢😢
I am so sad to hear of your loss. Its hard enough losing someone you love to illess in a hospital or at home like I lost my mum 6months ago to cancer she was a good age 88 but to lose a son daughter or the like to drugs and not found for that amout of time must play havock with your mind. I will have you in my heart bless you always. 😢🙏
God bless you for doing what you do.....looking out for people that most others have forgotten. Know a little of your story and think it's great how you re paying it forward, cause not everyone gets a second chance. Humanity and compassion is a virtue I wish more people practiced. Theres a special place in heavan for people like you.
Happened to stumble on you. Love what your doing! People want help, you get tried of being dope sick!! Sending love your way.🌄🐢🐢take time to smell the air of freedom. Not all can.
What ur doing is a God sent. My daughter was out there and now because someone like you came along shes sober
Hey Frank, keep fighting the good fight! It’s never too late if they’re still breathing!!
Your awesome man. Thanks for trying to help these people.
You’re amazing...so much respect to you 💕
God bless you. You are an angel for all you do! I just found your videos & honestly I had no idea how bad it was , its heartbreaking😢 Subscribed & sending prayers for everyone . Thank you for shining a light on problems of addiction & homelessness . God bless these people . The world needs more people like you Frank, you are an example of angels walking amount us. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Sharron, darling woman, nothing changes if nothing changes...God bless you
angela esposito here here a well known mantra I repeat like a Prayer.
Just found your channel ❤️ thank you for your kind heart. The world needs more people like you!
I dont know you I've never seen you until today i think what you're doing is inspirational thank you
Truly love this dude, channel should be way bigger. Shit makes me want to cry dude. Mad love for you guys!!
Brother, I highly recommend you carry narcan on you spray form, I’m sure the local paramedic at a fire station would be more than happy to educate you on administration to victims.
He always has it.
Cool.
You can get narcan spray for free from giant and many local pharmacies in the Norristown Bridgeport area
Most of them aren’t od’d ferry mixed with tranquilizer and your just tranquilizer not actually in a bad Od like people think it’s hard to tell if it’s a od or not if they are breathing let them go I been on them same streets 4 years
@@theashtraygirl747 do you need a prescription or anything to get it?
You are a hero in it's own way. Super cool to see someone serving them at their needs and where they are at. These videos make me more open minded to people using just how bad itis and what they truly suffer from.
I ABSOLUTELY 💙💙💙💙💙 HOW U TREAT THEM LIKE THEY ARE EQUAL TO ANY*1! U ARE so Inspiring angel! Xxxo AGAIN! Never stop!! Xxxxxoooo
He use to be one of them ... Only person that can empathize with their situation is someone that was in it ...
Frank you are a good man! Your kindness, strength are powerful. You use them as a wise warrior of the ills of his community should. God has a special place for you! Thank you!
"Jesus wept."
They need Jesus!
The shortest verse in the Bible but, the strongest 🙌 💪 🙏 ❤
Hellraiser
Such an eye=opener! No 'American Dream' to be found here... so terribly sad to see people lost and in the grip of addiction. What a window into 'real' street living. Every small act of kindness brings consciousness into this world. Keep going King Frank. #thankful #grateful
I just stumbled across one of your videos... This is my 2nd... I've subscribed!
I LOVE what you're doing!
There but for the grace go I, buddy!
Keep it real & stay safe!❤️
As a recovering heroin addict I understand what it’s like to be living next to deaths door but now I’m happier than I was wen I was smoking and to have a person support u thru this is everything
So heart braking. Praying for all this lives.🙏
Much Respect and love From England United kingdom 👍😁 🇬🇧 wanted to say a massive thankyou for helping people..and you stay safe too ..you are touching peoples hearts with kindness. God Bless you.😇👍
Your a blessing to many
Thank God for you brother. Showing the reality of addiction and sharing so open and honestly about your own life. Your channel is a real blessing and its going to flourish and prosper!!
The three people that disliked this video I assume are miserable beings 🤷🏽♀️
you are doing great work, people are very quick to judge. I have worked with people who have serious addictions, however I see past the addiction and see what they were before addiction. Its difficult enough to quit smoking cigarettes...imagine being in the right state of mind to try to come off heroin etc. Its not easy and may take several attempts and what can help you to pull through is your support system, sadly most families lose contact with the very people that need their support so they continue to lose sight of the light at the end of the tunnel. For that one person you manage to help, you have done great. People don't realise that at any given time in life you can find yourself in a situation you never thought you would be in...love and blessings from London x
Keep doing what y’all do. Great job!💕