Homeless Man Moves into My Cheap Pop-Up Shelter!!! (this didn't go well)
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- I build a pop-up emergency homeless shelter for tent city encampment that portable and can be put up in less than 5 minutes.
I use all recycled materials from an old garage door panel and outfit it with a Vevor diesel heater. After adding upgrades like widows, a lock, security chain, cot, and more I add toiletries, food, cook top, phone chargers and more.
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*I would like to do a newer, more portable version for Jim. If you like this idea, please share so we can develop a working model.*
I think you should leave Jim alone. This whole thing just leaves a bad taste in my mouth. I used to like following you but I'm not sure now.
What I would like the most is some assurance that Jim received an appropriate appearance fee for being in your videos. This whole series reeks of exploitation of the homeless for your own personal financial gain.
And you can easily like make it so that the wheels come off once you've moved it
Helping people, giving them free food, shelter, and supplies, is exploiting them? The world turned upside down man. What have you done to help anyone lately?
Kevin, there are plenty of people that are homeless and being Jim has had 6 years of it already I'm not sure he's exactly the candidate to be helping out of the cold (in my opinion) some people just get to a point in their addiction that it consumes them entirely. Jim's first mission should be getting sober. I say maybe try setting up the more mobile shelter elsewhere to help some others. Eventually you will find people trying to actually help themselves rather than helping themselves (if you know what I mean)
Being homeless for many years myself I can tell you 1 simple thing you can put in the shelter that will provide more joy than you can imagine.
Some new socks.
my first thought was socks and undies. people pass out wipes and dental hygiene stuff and a couple food bars and a water bottle here and there. when i finally got to a dentist i was still shocked that i didn't have cavities. the dentist told me i was genetically lucky. couldn't agree with him more. no food allergies, strong teeth, tall, thin, etc. sadly i couldn't keep my hair brushed out there and had to cut it shoulder length for the first time since school.
That’s an excellent idea.
I have been homeless at least 5 or 6 time in my 69 years. But, I never had to sleep outside. Instead, I always stayed in shelters, and I never stayed homeless for more than a few months at a time. So, socks were never an issue with me. I usually had some kind of income, too...like unemployment, and the last time I was homeless I had my social security retirement. I was able to put my things in storage, too.
@@susanhopemason totally. when you still havve a storage area things don't feel as daunting to start over. it's harf to contrast and compare
freshies
This man provided a simple solution to homelessness without millions of dollars of funding, while avoiding corruption, the theft of politicians, lying business people, and fake charity organizations. Good work.
A government program would spend half a million on one of these. If the EPA approved the diesel heater!
The guy left a giant freaking mess and that is what turns the public away from helping the homeless.
I thought getting a job would be the ultimate fix. But sure, keep on being a BUM!!
Unfortunately, city officials and the government don’t do anything out of the kindness of their hearts-if they aren’t getting kickbacks or funding, they aren’t interested
YOUR NOT SEEING THE LAWS AND SOCIAL NEEDS AND THE ECONOMICS OF THIS YOUR NOT INFORMED, AND YOU NEED EDUCATION ALSO...
This was not a failed experiment. Kevin got some valuable experience that will help him set expectations better next time around. God bless him. What a sweetheart. ❤️
agreed. Kevin just wants to help...he wont get the appreciation he deserves
Why do some think it failed? I’ve seen a very similar design being adopted in Germany - th-cam.com/video/cdC-wEgmeWo/w-d-xo.htmlsi=9gtlBDEn5DgEKzte
Just a heads up. Rules of the woods, is you shout your presence before you know on the door. Usually a "Hello Camp" is used. That gives the occupant time to get organized, and if they are a little off... they don't blow a hole through you and the door, because they are dealing with PTSD or something.
bros homeless and can’t afford new boots you think he can afford a gun? Lol
@ethixdesigns7558 stolen firearms count still
@@yellowflash5555🤣🤣🤣🤣 ok bud
@ethixdesigns7558 having been homeless myself I can assure you there's an infinite range of situations among the homeless.
And yes I've seen plenty armed with fire arms I've even seen expensive rifles. Homeless are 100% vulnerable they know it and many if not all in my experience are armed to the degree they can be. They also kill each other constantly and it doesn't exactly make the news lol
@@jdelgren9927 I’ve been homeless for years my dude I was also a criminal most of my life in and out of jail, I’ll tell you now it’s not easy to find a firearm especially for a homeless person lol
Most of us do a lot of talking about the problems, but you did the "doing" part. God bless you, Kevin.
That's what I thought!
@@lucymorgan8859
damn right❤
Excellent job of recycling and a noble cause to boot.
Exactly, so many talkers, not so any doers.
I have been hearing and seeing some of these tiny home projects popping up. Seems a good idea, until the government gets involved.
You have a heart of gold.
One winter, someone was sleeping in my car. So i put in an old pillow and a warm blanket. In the morning i found the pillow and blanket folded neatly in the back seat. Worked out good for person.
You live in San Francisco? Not sure how I’d feel about someone sleeping in my brand new ride. Too many bad experiences. Like burn holes
You also have a heart of gold.
Someone was just randomly sleeping in your car 😅.. never considered locking it?
@@JackWorkzif you had a brain you'd realise they did it out of the goodness of their heart. You could learn a thing or two from them.
@@MotoRevelations 😄🤡
The world needs more people like you who cares about those in need. 😊
He took advantage of your kindness, cleared almost everything out you provided for more than 1 person, but fair play to you for trying a wonderful idea. the best ideas starts with the first attepmt.
I often wondered how abandoned buildings can be converted into shelters for the homeless, fix up windows, doors and throw in beds, they will resource the rest themselves. keep rockin kevin.
places with space can be used as a basic roof and walls, a bathroom, but they can put up small tents of thier own inside. it would help.
Great video.
I wouldn't go out in the dark to meet a tenant, especially when youre so far away from anything.
You never really know who youre dealing with.
I like what youre doing - just be safe.
And respectful, night time is a pretty scary time to be interrupted 😅
I was homeless for a good part of my life. More like a hobo that traveled and worked. People closer to the cities and shelters tend to be more dangerous. Those that live miles away on the outskirts do so because they want to be away from other types of homeless. They are usually highly functional and take care of themselves and the gear they have. backpacking all over the country i have sat at many camps on the outskirts. If you do not see piles of random trash and mattresses saying around it is usually safe. The more functional homeless tend to only have one backpack and leave nothing behind. There are more out there than people notice as they are all semi functional within society.
@@brian2590. kind of agree but from what we see in national park accounts from people who survive, it is incredibly dangerous and many others have been found dead.
Tenant the guys freaking homeless he's not a tenant 🙄
@@Larry-rz4ed I know he's not technically a 'tenant' I was trying to use more polite sounding language.
Many years ago, my husband and l had an empty house on our farm. We gave a homeless man the place to live in and a job on our farm. After 2 weeks, without a word, one day he disappeared and we never saw him again. We were confused and amazed at how he just up and left. God Blesses us on our journeys and we must be grateful that we were privileged enough to help even 'one in need'. I learned a valuable lesson that day that has stayed with me forever, that we must help one another. That was 45 years ago. Bless you Kevin and your wife too! God knows your heart! Blessings, Liz from Kemptville, Ontario, Canada.😄
I have a relative, Brian, who's bi-polar and other problems. No addictions except pot. But Brian's mental state is that the moment he starts feeling that he has responsibility to someone, he leaves. He's cared for by family and social services all these years, just us watching out for him. If things go a bit wrong or Brian feels too much is expected from him, like keeping things tidy, or to have daily chores for the 'free stuff', he just leaves. My dad bought him a trailer one time and 5 years later he just suddenly left -- which stuck my dad with having to sell the trailer and get rid of all his stuff.
Brian always leaves everything for everyone else to clean up.
My personal experience Canadians are the best kindest people I've ever met me and my boyfriend was camping in Maine. And we met two that were on holiday and they offered us their home it was the best experience ever they give you the shirt off there back. Everyone we met. kind how I returned to the States because I got home sick I did return years later to visit my and they even came here and visited me also thank you kindness and respect everyone❤
40 years ago, people weren't shooting up animal tranquilizer. It's a different world than it was 40 years ago.
You sound like a kind person.
Liz, It was just my time to leave.
Jk. Very nice of you, I wonder if you will see him again.
@@montanateri6889cool story
You will never find the tenant you desire, they dont exist on the streets or in the woods of the homeless, but your heart is in the right place
I disagree.. There are many good hearted ppl out there that would really appreciate this.
@@klarasmetana3136 sure...but 90% or more are homeless for a reason. Don't be delusional
90% or more are homeless for a reason. Duh. @@packers12to80
@klarasmetana3136 Truth. A man who had a small dog lived in an old carpet van I had. He fixed it up, and it was always clean. He stayed for a little over a year.
The thought was wonderful. The issue lies with the mental illness that comes with being homeless. Mental illness is what puts them on the street, or they develop it very quickly while living out there. Just putting up these shelters will cause bigger health issues. We need apartment buildings with councilors and life skills coaches... if we install apartments like this, we would save millions, and in more than just dollars, we would be saving lives
What a FANTASTIC MAN YOU ARE. I'm a UK veteran and I'm homeless as I type. PTSD from the Army screwed my whole life up. I've lived in woods the street and if I came across your GOD SEND SHELTER I'd STILL be in it NOW!! LOVE THE WOODS. Even when I had a house I still slept in the woods from time to time even in the winter at - 5 c.
Well WELL DONE YOU. YOU NEED CLONING.... 😊
Regards,
M.
I'm homeless and live in very similar shelters but smaller. The big problem is a place to setup, the shelter is the easy part. Luckily I'm central Oregon with lots of BLM and NF lands. The size that has worked for me is 7' long, 3' wide with 2' high sides and 4' to the peek. My door is the same being in the middle side. I use mostly floor underlayment or coroplast from signs. then I skin the whole thing with old bill boards tarps from sign shops ($25 for 12x24) the stuff is near indestructible and waterproof. I make packs, bivy bags and to ton of other stuff from them also.
Some shelters the whole side lays down with a bug net covering, I like laying there watching the fire. When I change to another location I take out the screws and zip ties and lay everything flat then wrap in plastic and cover with debris until next time.
I clean grease traps for restaurants so all my heating fuel is free.
Thanks!
Great ideas!
These are great ideas!
you are v. v, resourceful. and idiots run the world. x
Do a video.
No!!! Do not do a video like suggested bc folks will find out who you are and come ruin your stuff etc. Stay incognito my man. It's the only safe way
This kind man saw a problem and used his own time and money to work on a solution. Kudos for all the effort.
No good deed goes unpunished.
NOBODY THINKS ABOUT BATHROOM AND TOILETS FOR THEM ......LAWDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDFFFFDFFF🇹🇹😭
Excellent idea. Keep it going. Kudos.
You let him use it. Free of charge. You said it was a "safe space". Now Leave him alone. A lot of these people are very private and or had bad memories from being in other areas. 😊
I have space and have considered something like this. The legal liability and my own inability to deal with potential conflict have made me reconsider.
@@pauline9108 I have a bathroom in my house, but I choose to pee on the lawn.
After working since 16 I have been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis at 42 and 5 months before my diagnosis my house burned down, I am 42 and have 4 adult children who have been helping me pay on my car since my husband abandoned me when place burned down and I have been waiting 15 months for initial decision for Disability, thank you for trying to help people and just know that some are not going to be appreciative but others will be very much so don't let the bad one's change your giving, caring heart ❤.
Hello,
As a homeless person...I just want too thank you for being a superstar of a person.
You rock
The world needs more ppl like you
I'd love too stumble upon one of these,great job and God bless you and yours
Kudos Kevin, to you and your wife for not only caring, but doing something meaningful for a member of the homeless community. God Bless You!
As someone that was homeless and addicted to drugs (13 years clean) I can tell you the only thing that matters is now not tomorrow. So if there's shelter and food the next thing is smokes and drugs not necessarily in that order everything else becomes a asset for trade. including extra food. Your thought patterns change when homeless it's just about survival nothing else. for myself it took losing everything and I mean everything before I hit bottom and became willing to change. fortunately I was able to use resources to help me get back on my feet. IMO the only way to help is not to help too much. they have to be tired of the struggle to want to change especially when they already lost the will to succeed and are stuck in survival mode. btw IMO the branches were to prevent anyone from looking in either for privacy or paranoia. Yes homelessness is a problem but they need opportunity more than help . they can help themselves if they have the opportunity but if you give them help why work for opportunity. I hope that makes sense.
"Give a man a fish he eats for one day, teach a man to fish he eats for a lifetime".
Yes, I understand what you are saying, I think you are correct.
Good job on 13 years clean.
Excellent insight. And congratulations on your sobriety. That’s something to be very proud of.
@@TokyoCraftsman, if it's a woman, maybe she hates fish!
Spot on
Who thought Jim was in jail overnight not a "hotel". He said, " They git me in a ... hotel. I'll come over later today and pick everything up.". As someone that lived with an alcoholic, you have to read between the lines. When Kevin said he'd stick around Zi thought, No, Jim's not coming back today. I think Kevin did a great and noble thing but an earlier comment said that drug and alcohol addiction has to lose everything before change. Jim does want to be independent to feed his addiction and use the welfare system but on his terms. Sad but true. Maybe a better plan is to reach out to a shelter and see who is actually wanting an opportunity for change and have a list of people to offer it to?
From living on the street in both a car and a van, I've found the most valuable additions are insulation and airflow. I'd also add a foldable solar panel and a battery to run 12 volt appliances including a 12 volt blanket and light as you have done, but I'd use a softer light to be stealthier. I'd also add a 650w inverter to recharge your phone and use a 400w cheap rice cooker. That will do away with the need for a heater, give you something to cook on inside, and allow communication with family/emergency. (I can cook almost anything in a rice cooker!)
I have an idea that might help.
Put a locked down cellphone in there that has a free counselor's emergency line where they will be willing to come and pick the person up and get them the help they need.
Mobile-Iron makes an app that can lockdown the phone and track it, and the user can't factory reset the device.
A schedule for restocking and a limited liability notice needs to be etched into a metal plate on the front door of the cabin, along with local emergency numbers and a GPS bearing if rescue needs to be sent out. Someone might not know where they are, even though the cellphone has 911 calling, there's a possibility that the location might be way off.
Also, set the EMS services address to a fire department/police station that knows about this thing so they can respond properly.
You built a home for people, and you don't want it to turn into a coffin.
Good on you brother, these are the kinds of things we need more of
No such thing as "locked down." If they want it, it will be gone.
@@anniegaddis5240 That other guy is out of touch, I'm not even sure if I should find it funny or not.. The cellphone would be stolen or broken the first night. Also, informing the police\fire department\city about some makeshift shelter is only going to cause the authorities to force you to remove your illegal installations.
Your heart is in the right place, Kevin. Your effort to pay it forward is a shining example to us all.
Amen
Hear, hear!! 🙏🏼
A lot of homelessness has to do with a lack of mental health resources, unfortunately. Dealing with the homeless requires a lot of patience and understanding. Nice of you to try and help.
My sentiments exactly. Everyone thinks it's an addiction problem. It's a sudden insurance cut off mental health facility. You would be hard pressed to find one that's not really just a jail. Now, add inflation, lack of real jobs that don't pay a living wage and most keep ppl part-time, no benefits .Something has to give.
Kevin had good intentions. I think he pictured this a lot differently in his head. The guy did not want to be filmed. He reluctantly agreed, bc Kevin built it and he was hanging in the door. I hope that wasn't Jim's face on the thumbnail. It got really awkward, even for me. The guy is a Homeless man. I believe, Kevin forgot about the word Man.
@@101doreenl
Alcoholics & Dopers
= Homeless
Studies are showing , when homeless have housing , they can then work on healing ❤️🩹 oneself
you know the sad part? Our world is completely screwed up and we think the people that have problems getting by in a screwed up world are the problem. But, I'm glad you figured it out. Who woulda thought it was so simple?@@SailProMarina
Kindness is so beautiful.
Heart of gold. Only advice I can give is don't go overboard with supplies and comfort. Homeless are in survival mode, food, water, and shelter is all that's important. And they want privacy which is very hard to achieve when homeless. This is a journey where you learn as you go. Just remember they don't have the same mindset that you do, completely different world. Bless you!
Totally agree re survival mode and simplicity. Too much social contact can be stressful. Too many resources can feel stressful. Jim just appreciated having a warm shelter. I don't think he would want to feel 'checked on' too frequently. Mess is a minor issue for him, given the daily struggles he had. Its not a lack of appreciation to leave it, but just not a priority for him. If he did in fact get motel accommodation, then perhaps this was a stepping stone towards it. Well done for initiative.
Completely agree!
So creepy he went to talk to him at night!!!
@@Notwsw and the camera watching him...
@@vivienneyeki3894 actually he must have figured that he could store some things there , since you can't take all your stuff to a shelter or motel. and that is temporary as well.
I think Kevin imagined that someone with his mind and heart, yet homeless, would move in and be respectful and grateful. As soon as I saw this man light a cigarette inside I immediatly knew where this was going. Sadly, I know what its like to give 100% of my time and energy to those with mental illness and addiction and get hurt. Ive worked with this population for 23 years. Kudos to Kevin for doing good, but in the end it may not end the way he intended.
I thought and felt the same thing !
🙁
Well said .
You are right
Like Jim said he did not like the motel because basically there was rules along with the rooms. But Kevin did well and just might find the person that will utilize it and take care of it at the same time.
Because as you know the biggest problem is the mess they make on public property
And people who hate ALL rules will never respect your property. This attitude is what destroys "Tiny Homes for Homeless Vets". If you keep buying them books and they just eat off the covers... Who are you helping?
I too, my friend. I live in California and have spent half my life helping people like Jim, and know exactly how the story ends but I am sure I will never give up on humanity and either will you. Every once in a while, we get a good surprise and see people get out of the loop of homelessness, addiction, and depression.
Each individual person has to make the decision to pull up their bootstraps and help themselves or not. I have a feeling most would love a place like this but do not want the attention of a landlord as this seemed to come with. If that will be a requirement that needs communicated or it will require the builder being more hands off after someone moves in.
You’ve shone a light on the complexity of homelessness.
Gratitude and much respect to you for your compassion and willingness to share your own resources to take on this project.
Wishing Jim the best going forward.
Shone a light... You didn't understand this to begin with? Or are you just being patronizing?
There is no honour amongst people experiencing homelessness. I work with people experiencing homelessness and their biggest threat to their belongings is theft. If you want to donate something you have to expect they won’t have it the next time you see them. Either it was taken from them or they needed to trade for other necessities.
Thank you for what you are doing, it gives me hope in humanity. ❤
We need more people like you in this messed up world of ours. Thank you for restoring my faith in humanity...
We need about 8 million more men like you who actually care about another. Thanx for being so cool. 😊
Nah, lets instead help those that are actually trying. Married couples with children that are having a hard time paying bills. Not the losers on the street that are lazy.
@@thefamily512 💯 We need more people to care enough about themselves to stay sober and take better care of themselves.
Help the ones doing their best.
We actually tried that "caring about each other" thing. Called it communism. Didn't work out too well.
I think you did an awesome job of providing a safe, warm place for a homeless person. Regardless of Jim's problems, I believe Jim was grateful, he proved that to me because he brought you back the keys. Maybe you can add a trash can to the next shelter you build Kevin.
What a beautiful thing you did. You gave this man some peace and comfort of home. Good job.
Thank you for not just caring about those less fortunate but actually doing something about it!
Having worked with the homeless and people in need for nearly ten years I'd say your project went very well. Thank you for doing it.
Hopefully he keeps it clean and stops smoking inside of it. Otherwise he is blessed to have the shelter.
U gave ol dude a bed for a few with basic amenities .im sure he appreciated it .we recieve far more by giving than those recipients of of the gifting.keep charity in ur heart kevin
It opened my eyes to how hard it is to help these people. Much as you may want to. The way they are looking at things are different from the way you are looking at them. Both of you are being perfectly sensible and reasonable,but you’re really at cross purposes in the end
Showing respect , gratitude, and appreciation don't cost a thing . There is a difference between being down on ones luck and a chosen lifestyle.
Do tell. From actual experience.
A lot of it has to do with trauma acquired from being homeless and the road to homelessness. I am not excusing it, but it's not always a choice. it's survival mode and unless you are in it, it seems irrational.
Let’s see your character after even a month of being homeless.
@@dsddala467 😘
@@fancycrafts7774 😘
Homelessness is an extremely complex issue. You made a difference to one man's life even if it was for a short time, and even if it was just to restore his faith in humanity.
Very interesting project and experiment. Didn't do any harm to anyone and kind of gave us a short, totally real documentary on the goings on of homeless people.
You did a great thing helping the homeless. One thing ive noticed is no matter how much you help them, there unable to pay it forward and rarely know how to show appreciation the way yould expect them to. So instead of leaving food and supplies, just leave the cabin set up. They can and will supply there own blankets and food. The more you leave, the more they expect. Some wont be honest and leave the stuff but will take it.
I love helping the homeless. It gives me great gratification. It fills my heart to help them. Just dont go broke doing it. Make the cabins, they can supply them.
Your a great guy kevin.
I have never been homeless, but I have been in great need. I have noticed that it creates 2 types of ppl , one that would never share because they can't see farther than their own needs or one that has known how it feels and wants to help others. To bad Kevin had a mess to clean up. I hope Jim can get on his feet and get a better life 6 years is along time.
@@deeregirl7356 Ive never been homeless but very close. Dis owned or rather very much resented due to my being adopted into a family that didnt except non blooded family members. ( older half sisters 19 and 21 years older)
Being bullied, having them make sure i had no power ( electricity) to live with.
Anyway, I always have felt the need to help others that are truely in need, and love going the distance for them.
I have similar dreams as kevin in helping the homeless as he has. One just cant reach to far as most will take take take ive found. A little goes a long way and ive found is more appreciated. ❤️
One might also consider that a lot of homeless people will take things to give out to their friends or to use for trade - so try not to think of it as greed when all the goods go and nothing is left behind.
Remember to give freely without any expectation of return from the receiver. You are always the first to be blessed when you give unconditionally.
Not all homeless are the same...please be a little less judgmental please. That's God's job, not yours.
@@MusicLovingFool1 these are just the way some are due to their homeless habits. Not judging. If youve been around any homeless folks you would get to know a great many ways theyve learned. Its a matter of helping and not being taken advantage of. Nothing more. God doesnt judge, and niether do I.
I hope this man finds a way out into a life that is easier and more fulfilling.
This is so kind of you to do. Thank you it’s good to know there are still good people in this world 🙏❤️😊
Just a word of warning. When you approach the campsite, I know that you thought that you were being respectful when you knocked on the door, but that is not enough notice for someone out in the wilds. I know that would scare the crap out of me to suddenly hear a knock from that close. You need to do like in the pioneer days, when men would approach a camp of others with a fire and yell " Hello the camp" from a distance away. That gives them time to prepare and know that you are coming. And also, you need to be safe.
I'd know your u were at my door long before you got there. As a girl homeless I sit in silence and know all the sounds that surround me. So human footsteps are something I zoom in onto
A note saying you'll stop by would help warn them. What about 🗑garbage, bathroom 🚻 😮 and privacy with trail cam 📹 ? Window 🪟 with a curtain too.
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@@Teetreez Garbage he can use some bag/the shopping bag that was left for him and later throw it in the trash, bathroom its basically impossible to do plumbing especially without permit/a license and setting up a portapotty/shower area would just be overkill. And he took down the trail cam. Its something to solve, not a permanent place of residency.
Homeless people aren’t wildlife. I thought this was cool but knocking on a shelter that has a sign saying safe space on it, after dark to blindside them with a TH-cam interview isn’t cool at all. I like the sentiment of the build but that wasn’t the right thing to do.
U r the type of person who puts action behind words to make change!! U r the real deal!! Well done!
Wow! I would have never thought. You’re a good, not just nice, brave caring soul. Don’t lose your faith in humanity from what you see from this. I believe we are here for others like Jim. God bless you Kevin!
Thank you, Kevin, for your continued contributions in all your posts. Your attempt to educate us on self-reliance has certainly hit home with me, and I'm printing Emerson's essay this morning. Looking forward to future posts.
Being the sister of a man who was homeless for 17 yrs I have to tell you, that if he'd come across something like that he would have moved in with the intention of putting down roots and would not have thought his yard was messy. He smoked like a fiend, and I'm not exaggerating, it would have taken 2 weeks and the entire inside would have been stained yellow and reaked of 100 filled ashtrays. It would have had the putrid stench of his body odor. The blankets and cot would have needed to be burned. There's sooo much more i could tell you about him, he's now passed, he was a paranoid schizophrenic, alcoholic and drug addict. He didn't want to answer to anyone. He did not know how to be normal and normal couldn't be expected of him. So, if you want to help the homeless, do it, but without any expectations.
Sorry about your brother ❤
@@Inquisitor2024 💛thank you.
So sorry about your brother.
I completely agree with no explanations and I’ll add give some privacy at night!
If you want to visit, go during the day!
Leave a note to call you or say when you’ll be coming by.
This would creep good people out!
Wow Jane, thank you for sharing, and I'm sorry for your loss. You certainly articulate well. I'd love to know more, but I understand the sensitivity of the subject. I had bipolar symptoms for 35 years and beat them 10 years ago when I finally quit my addictions. Meds and religion never worked for me, but they work for many. I beat the mood swings (you never eradicate the illness) through permanent wholesale lifestyle change, patience, discipline, perseverance, and pursuit of life passions and interests.
I only mention this next bit due to the extreme seriousness of mental health issues and the want to assist others through my story. I recently self-published a book titled, Beat Bipolar, and many of the proposed solutions can be used to assist people in quitting addictions which many times is the root cause of many of our illnesses (mental and physical). It's available out there, cheap, and ALL profits go to charity. Please look it up, BEAT BIPOLAR on amzn. Look for the blue cover with the lone wolf. I'm a lone wolf humanist and damn proud of it! You can read the first two chapters free online, and my contact info is stated on the copyright page. Peace and joy to you Jane. Bill Lawyer
And I want to add the fact that Jane is exactly right when she states "So, if you want to help the homeless, do it, but without any expectations." That's my motto every day for any good deed performed for an acquaintance, friend, or stranger whether they're in need or not. Having no expectations prevents the feelings of being letdown, defeat, rage, and ultimately depression.
JANE VALENTINE, hi there ..yes I've said the same in my comments..I wrote my comments whilst watching and before guy had moved in..I then felt pessimistic and wrote a couple of good try tho messages...then we get to the end and EVERYTHING I wrote came to pass...people are very naive of the homeless and why they are homeless..tbh homeless people become that way because they just can NOT function in normal society. Most are drug addicts that end up so fuckd that they can't be helped despite people trying and there's no place left but street life, a life that easily necessitates for them to be able to get drugs, cigarettes ,booze and NOT have to worry of anything else. And this is why you don't find them in hostels or hotels for long before being barred.. most won't go because they can't smoke or do their drugs/alcohol and aren't allowed to wander around off their heads. They have no concept of tomorrow ,next week , or next month and have the mindset of now , today , next hit...and that's it..they can't plan, budget or make long term plans. They lose all semblance of social living and etiquette and hygiene. These people are mostly the lost and the gone, this is why and how they end up homeless and why most will die on the street. Even if you housed them and gave them enough resource for a month , they would sell it and take advantage of it for drugs.and after that month would be no farther towards our way of living then when they started..I know it sounds horrendous and lefty people would say oh u can't say that it's not true of everyone and no it's not true of everyone of them who are homeless but those who aren't too far gone don't stay homeless for long but a long term homeless person has gone, lost..the social services know this, they are the ones who try to help these people over and over and see the exact same outcome for the majority of them. As I said you don't see normal people homeless for long periods as they ARE able to budget, plan etc but most who are drug using , alcoholic or just mentally ill will be so forever because that's how they live, how they like to live and how they have rewired themselves. They don't want a stable lifestyle, they just think drugs, drink and today...then do it all again tomorrow..sad but inevitably true.
As a psychotherapist for a major hospital system for 23 years I work with a lot of homeless patients. Many of the comments here about the homeless are accurate. They do not think like someone who has a typical lifestyle. The best we can hope for is that we have helped them for the moment. It took me a long time to accept this without judgement or frustration. If this gives YOU satisfaction by helping others, then it’s likely you’ve touched heaven. “Well done good and faithful servant.”
Man what you said is so insightful. "They do not think like someone who has a typical lifestyle." I never thought of that but it makes total sense.
Yes.. Thank you and this man for doing your part in this thing called " Life" Prayers, love and light to everyone❤
These people have always been around. Look up the Leatherman vagabond for an example. There were many more like him, just not as memorable.
Thank You for your service.
It's people like you that helped me survive my early years.
@FrogsForBreakfast While it's true some have always been around, there are many more now because of housing costs. Not everyone fits that description anymore.
That's super creepy that the builder of this comes rolling up on a person who just got there. It's dark. Somebody comes knocking on the door. If I'm the homeless person, I'm thinking that some weirdo set this up as a trap. Have some situational awareness, Kevin.
I thought the same thing lol. I realize he wanted to interview the guy but doing it at night isn't the greatest idea.
You obviously are not just giving, you are giving with expectations. Which is fine and good. But perhaps let your expectations be known. Your heart is in a good place, I appreciate your efforts.
You expect people to respect the area. That’s what is wrong with helping them. They trash everything. I would expect that to not happen as well.
@@Kick_Rocks he got mad guy brought his belongings over and left it in front of the place. He is homeless and has to hide and drag his belongings around. He brought it over there thinking he might finally have his "safe place". Nope, just a few day video project to stuff pockets with thousands of yt ad $$$. Its easy for you and me not to thrash everything when we got a garbage can in our garage. And if we go camping, just throw the garbage bag in the car. Being homeless on the street 365 24/7 life is different. Before anyone got there I was thinking no garbage bags left... Then saw him toss not gallon jugs but like 100 small plastic water bottles.... I don't even buy small water bottles when I go camping my not to create loads of garbage. There is a stream right there. But who needs a canteen and $20 portable water filter that's good for 1,000 gallons when for same amount of water can buy over 10,000+ small water bottles creating that many pieces of garbage.
This was a fairly good outcome considering all the ways it could have gone. Would advise against going by yourself in the dark again for a first encounter because not everyone will be as docile as Jim. It’s unfortunate that the pay it forward situation didn’t pan out but you set this shelter up so well you can’t blame Jim for wanting to set up for the long haul. At the end of the day, your intentions were good and you made a real difference in someone’s life with your kindness so I’d say that’s a win!
Well said. 🌟 I agree!
I also agree with you 100%
Agree🎯
Could have been the last video he ever made. Even if it helped Jim for just a day, it did make a difference.
I like your comment, he couldn't of done any mor than he did. I thank him for that. I don't think it was appreciated the way he should of shown appreciation. To leave all that mess out side is not showing appreciation, or respect. He had it made didn't realize it. There was all kinds of wood in the woods he could of picked up for a fire cooked his meals outside. Thank you for caring, sharing. You have a wonderful ides use up recycled material. I wondered why not a regular small door, wouldn't it be more convent ?
You are definitely a generous man. And very kind it seems. Great work on the shelter! God bless you and your wife for doing something meaningful to help those in need. If more people displayed the kindness and humanity you've shown, the world would be a much improved place.
True
No good deed goes unpunished.
Only half-way through,and I’m in awe of your kindness… and your wife’s. Forgive me, but I used to be called naive. It’s caused me to think on the negative side. I really hope things work out for all involved … givers and receivers! Love to all! ❤️❤️❤️
It doesnt take much for a man to loose his whole world. Ive had to move into my makeshift campervan that ive been living in for 5 yrs. I love my shelter and love what you have done with yours and the fact you have given it to others to help them out is amazing, good job done
Kevin, you have a heart of gold and generosity beyond measure. Thank you for your love.
Homeless dont live the way you think or what your used to. I was homeless and addicted to drugs multiple times and your whole life changed and normal patterns change. Thank you for doing your part kevin, that was a huge show of character.
I just found this channel and it brought tears to my eyes that you are caring for others safety, comfort and warmth during the harsh winter, when they have no home. I wonder if this is how the channel is running, I look forward to seeing more of what you are doing. God bless.
Currently at 24:14 and i just burst into tears from your kindness and generosity. Ive been struggling emotionally lately with lack of faith in society and by some reason your video popped up in my suggestions. The world is a harsh place and somtimes its hard to want to keep going..I just want to commend you and say Thankyou! for restoring a little faith in me
What your doing is touching hearts and helping others in more ways than what you can probably imagine
You are a good person mate, Im kind of at a lost for words xoxo
And im glad i saw this , i needed it xoxox
When the homeless man said "I did it to myself. I lost my car, my house, my business, my wife and my kids." I almost cried.
When he said it I knew immediately...drugs .don't cry..he chose it.
And before you jump down my throat, he stays homeless because that is his 'way' , if you listen to him and read between the lines he doesn't like hostels and hotels because he can't do his drugs drink and smoke..these people think for today, for their drugs and drink and smoke and that's all they want to know about ..this is why the are homeless and why the end up homeless. They don't think as we do..everything is today, and now..then they do it all again tomorrow..most long-term homeless will die that way and are happy to be as such..most are unable to ever get in society ways of living ever again. He lost everything because he put drugs as his main and only motivation and interest. I know that because listen to what he says..go watch and listen closely and it's all there.. sad as it may be...that's the way it is for most of them.
@@Sol-Cutta just stop demonizing these people. We have 650,000 homeless. People have problems. People become addicted for different reasons, none of which are for you to judge. If you’re not homeless, be grateful.
@@barbaraeslick558quote - none of which (650,000) are for you to judge. This is a comment section, intended for comments relating to the video content. Iam absolutely entitled to not only comment but judge..you ,by the very nature of your comment show your complete nativity of the homeless and they way they behave and also the mostly generic reason for such homelessness, I also have many decades of hands on experience with such people and haven't commented flippantly.
@@Sol-Cutta People don't choose to be addicts.
Your interactions with Jim were brave and touching. The main takeaway from this experience, for me, is there is nothing simple or straightforward about frontline engagement with vulnerable people (your wife is a nurse, I’m sure she knows that). Not everyone will pay it forward, and not everyone will appreciate or share your moral compass. No matter. I really like how you put your skills and capacities toward a worthy cause, and how you respected Jim’s dignity and privacy. Good on you.
Did he respect Jim's privacy. Dude said he didn't want to be filmed. Probably didn't want videos of him posted online either. Seems a bit self congratulatory.
@@anymarubut he did agree to the interview, so I’m not sure what you’re on about, self congratulatory tour?
very nice of you all. so many ups and downs with homeless. im sure he appreciated it.
What a great video. Thoroughly enjoyed seeing this firsthand. You’re not always going to get the perfect tenant but, you did help another human being in need. So kudos for the effort. Passing this solution on to others is a win. The homeless problem solved locally.
Can lead a horse to water but you can’t make it drink. Big heart Kevin and I have full respect to you trying to make a difference 👍
he did drink what the hell are you talking about he got upgraded into a nicer hotel
I cannot thank you enough for this. Love for humankind in action.
I think if it was going to be a shelter, it should have been just that. That could have been where your involvement ended. It seemed like you wanted an even exchange - I give you a shelter and supplies, you comply by these unwritten rules of decency. If he could (or, perhaps, were willing to) do that, he’d probably be in circumstances more akin to your own.
I’m not sure what lifestyle you expected somebody, who’d be taking you up on a free landing pad, to be leading…
It unfortunately felt more like you saw “the homeless” as a project.
It's like he set it up like an AirBNB with an "on your honor" system, then let any ol' person stay there. His expectations were wildly naive. Good intention, but ignorant about the homeless population.
@@dsddala467right and with strange and unexpected rules. Suddenly when the man wasn’t there too many times in a row, OP ‘was hoping to move the shelter.’ Out of nowhere. If you pay rent on a place, nobody tells you how many days a week you must stay there. His rent was $0, and he was on time with that payment. I’m not sure where in the agreement it said ‘until the guy who built it arbitrarily decides to move it.’ 🤷🏼♀️
Thank you for helping human beings. Animals are great, but we need to take care of our fellow man first and foremost.
It saddens my heart to see it not kept up.
I totally agree with you about only leaving footprints and not stuff about the shelter and nature. Thank you for helping
people.❤❤GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Nah, lets come back down to earth. This is a lawsuit waiting to happen. If they get hurt in that box, they will sue his socks off!
You've got a big heart, Kevin. Don't get discouraged. People's temperments span the spectrum. I would suggest to take away the ability to lock it from the outside, because when people are accustomed to carrying everything around, it's not a big deal to take all their belongings whenever they venture out. You can make it lock from the inside only for personal safety.
And also put a curtain across the window. My sister made a nice curtain for her camper by bolting a long spring above the window and running it through the curtain. The spring was about the diameter of a pencil.
I was thinking maybe replace the diesel heater with an electric baseboard, since you have a battery and a solar panel on it. Then there's no fuel refill needed, and no chance of asphixiation. Hardwire the heater into the electrics so it doesn't "walk off". If it doesn't have a plug it has no street value, and electric heaters are easy for everyone to use.
Sanitation is probably the number 1 issue why the homeless get bulldozed. Honey buckets have to be dumped and washed, so they won't get maintained. Composting toilets need a station where they can be emptied and none of those are nearby, ever. It's too bad you couldn't just set up an outhouse. They need maintenance, but only every few years, and freezing isn't a problem with them like it is with rented portable toilets.
Garbage is going to be a continuing problem. They leave their stuff and go through other people's stuff left behind. That's a community property system. It looks like garbage to us, but to someone who doesn't have a house to fill with things, it's activates the brain's pleasure center to handle different items. Like when we were children and visited our friend's house and spent more time looking through their toys than actually visiting. But it will only attract attention to have it all over around the shelter. You should ammend your rules to be pack in-pack out. Leave it better than you found it.
I hope you find a system that works all around, because it really is a good idea.
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Man you are so nice. I can't believe someone as nice as you exists in this world.
You're doing God's work. You are a beautiful person .
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As someone who also spent a good portion of my youth volunteering and working locally and oversees - its so hard man, the mental gymnastics and duality of the parties makes everything so difficult. Good Job Kevin!
What a blessing you are, if everyone treated the homeless as you do what a beautiful world it would be. Self esteem has so much to do with how one takes care of themselves. 🙏🏻♥️
This is a lawsuit waiting to happen. If they get hurt in that box, they will sue your socks off!
As someone who was homeless when I aged out of foster care at 18, I really appreciate your attempt. However, and this could have been just my experience, I was pretty sure that was not going to work out well. Homeless tend to be messy hoarders (something I still struggle with) and I thought this would turn into a hoarding location. Not judging him, but, I don't believe that he was ever going to move on and pay it forward. He was moving stuff in for the long haul.
Again, thank you for bringing attention to this issue and trying to contribute to a solution. You rock sir.
Good luck!
Hope you are doing well now
I am doing great now. A beautiful home, wonderful woman, and 2 charming children. Thank you
As I mentioned, you.should expect even worse from them. Sad, but true. Sad for the good ones who would appreciate and respect it!
I'm very pleased you're doing so well and thriving. God bless you and your family. 🫂
A) Use of recycled & low cost materials were awesome, B) DESIGN was amazing & thoughtful, C) you were entirely too generous w/items left in home - all in all so generous, and some great ideas! I also dealt w/2 brothers who have lifelong mental health & addiction issues. No fun, and I have training in Social Work. Ultimately couldn't "save" either one of them, and they just took advantage of me😢. Still, I hate to see anyone w/o shelter. YOU are a delightful person for trying!
Put in a notice to also keep the area clean since it’s a public place and to also remove their garbage…. if they want to stay there. 🙃 Rules need to be applied if you’re giving them so much! 👏
I applaud your efforts and kind heart. As a former code official I would caution against building in a flood plain as this shelter will float away. Check with your municipality for building next to a creek. One thing about homeless populations is that they are not big on cleaning up the garbage they create, and sanitation can be an issue.
And they will likely pollute the creek with human waste for dumping it or urinating less than 100' from the high water mark.
You’re an amazing soul, my man. I’m glad to see this wee house hasn’t been abused.
You and your wife are a very thoughtful couple, I have a huge respect for you. We live in a world where trying to do good for others just backfires in our face. if somebody had done something like that for me for me, I would be very grateful🩷✌️
Fantastic , thankyou x
Please don't stop . There are good people that need help .
Most homeless aren't "good people"
Most of them are perfectly sane, and perfectly capable of working a 40 hour week, but they'd rather sit out in the woods, do drugs, get foodstamps, buy junk food, then spend the cash they saved on alcohol, cigarettes, lottery tickers- and, ofc, more drugs.
If you're leaving electricals and matches you need a fire extinguisher and/or fire blanket. The window needs a curtain
And a heating blanket, and a microwave and a garbage disposal and a shower and a solar battery, and a deep freezer for foraged food....
And a deep freezer for foraged food, and a toilet, and a stand up shower, and a roll out window, and a head board, and a garbage disposal and a solar Gen to charge the phone to dial 911...
@@kathymcmc🤣🤣
@@kathymcmc👍😅...yep, he forgot alot of things.
@@kathymcmc and a TV with paid Cable service, a radio, window A/C, sink with running water, fridge stocked with beer/sodas, crock pot, thermos, composting toilet...
You have a big heart, Kevin. The world needs more people like you, bro.
Helping people is more a thankless, frustrating endevour than an adventure of pleasant discovery😂
5 years ago I knew nothing about our homeless community. I donated to folks at gas stations and restaurants, when asked.
One fellow, I'll call him B, I had donated to at various locations. Come a winter cold snap, -31° for like 3 days, and he froze to death.
I met his brother, I'll call him J, also homeless.
The 2 guys were nothing alike. Neither were their stories.
If I have learned anything about the homeless is no 2 homeless stories are alike.
And I can't help them all. So I do what I can for this one. Donate to others when asked (even if it's a lie, that's their cross to bare), and donate time / money/ items when possible.
I even tried to give J a shelter, something like yours. He said no. He already knew what I didn't. He's "overlooked" under his tarp, but a "hard" shelter is breaking the rules.
I wondered about your placement. Nice little creek right now, but what about when we get some freak weather event, is your shelter in a flood plain? What about trespassing rules? Trash all over, did you leave trash bags/metal trash can? Any bucket for collecting water. Any trash bags for the luggable-lu?
Announce your presents 30 feet away, again 20 feet away, again 15, 10. Identify yourself, announce your purpose. Thats what i do when visiting J.
Stock one of nessecity and plan to revisit on occassion to restock. (You leave a case of something, I'll take a case, because you said take whatever you want.) I know your thought was, they would use what they needed while there, and leave the rest. Or donate something too. Probably not.
Vacant sign when empty, occupied sign when occupied, posted at a clear distance, not at my doorstep, you've now scared me.
Just my thoughts.
Bless you for trying Kevin.
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JFRodgers I do the same thing. I usually ask people what they want (usually they say "anything helps,") so I clarify: Have you eaten? If "no," I buy them some food they like, a bottle of water (bottles are really useful) and plenty of napkins/condiments, in a plastic bag (also really useful)j. Then I ask them what they need? Socks, beanie, blanket? If I can afford it---it's theirs. I have had men hug me and cry. One guy I'd seen around town with a bicycle always doing odd jobs was walking past the gas station where I was filling up and his bike had a flat tire. I stopped him and gave him $20. I said this is for your new tube and to treat yourself to something good---you've had a bad day and you can use it. It was a very hot California summer day. He first said "It's too much." I asked him: "Can you make good use of it?" "Yes," he said. Then I told him it was my honor. We had a good cry together and hugged. I have had quite a few good experiences like this. I have also had other's where the people were so out of it, either because of mental issues or drug issues (which are mental issues). I gave to them and they were not even able to say thank you, but they took what I offered willingly, so I know they at least had some use for it. That's enough for me. I just hope if one of my loved ones ended up like that someone kind would help them, even on their worst day.
God bless you dearly.” The least you have done for your brothers and sisters, you have done for Me.”
God's Heart thru your hands!! Thank you for your generous, unselfish gift to our homeless & less unfortunate!! You are such a blessing to others!!❤
Kevin. You are a beacon of hope. If people were like you the world would be so much different.
I have to give you all the credit in the world. You built a beautiful place gave it to someone who needed it with no questions asked. They didn't need it but you gave someone a gift. Your heart is incredibly gold. I just hope you realize how valuable you truly are to the world we live in. Stay safe friend and God bless you and your family.
As a homeless man myself, I'm so disappointed that it was Jim who was the first occupant of this wonderful shelter which you put a lot of thought and work and money into and he didn't even appreciate it. If I had been given such a blessing I would have taken such great care of it, and done all I could to show you how appreciative I was. He obviously is a drunk/addict that quite frankly did not deserve your kindness. Thankfully I'm in a warm climate that only sees a few weeks of cold weather. That diesel heater that you installed along with the solar panel and the battery had to be hundreds of dollars not to mention those boots, and I'm not even sure that I ever heard a thank you from him. I'm so very sorry that he took advantage of your kindness. From what you said at the end of the video it sounds like you're just going to take it down and no one will ever benefit from such a wonderful project. How very sad that is😢.
No worries, it hasn't dampened my spirit. I appreciate your comment!
I'VE HELPED A FEW HOMELESS PEOPLE AND FEW ACTUALLY ARE ACTUALLY GREATFULL SADLY. BETTER TO INTERVIEW THEM BEFORE YOU ALLOW THEM IN. EVEN THEN, THEY DISAPOINT... BUT ONE DID WELL ON CLEANING, BUT CAME BACK AND CLEANED THINGS SHE SHOULDN'T HAVE 😢@@ModernSelfReliance
44:33 he did say thank you, for one…whatever his challenges are, they’re his, not yours & idunno what you get out of judging him. You don’t know anything about substance use disorder, apparently, so I’ll clear it up a tiny bit towards your particular focus; it’s not a character flaw. And everyone deserves a safe home to live in, food, clothing, water & basic human respect. I don’t even know what this was other than exploitation of an extremely vulnerable population that wasn’t highlighted in any educational way. So odd…building a shelter to help, with so much contact with the site, camera ever present…what was this for? Judgments like this to come in? Yay humanity. -Listen…judgements like yours, are the most prominent judgments of the homeless. You’re a part of that population…maybe hesitate next time before perpetuating these debilitating ideas. You’re literally ill affecting yourself. You don’t even know the guy…just like ppl that judge you don’t even know you.
I agree with you. Jim left it like a pig pen. Cleanliness is next to Godliness. What Jim needs is respect for himself before anything else. I doubt he has that. David, you should have been the first indeed. Bless you and lots of love!
@@ec9833 are you on drugs? If you don't like his videos you can shut up and turn them off. No one cares about your half-baked bird brained opinions anyway.
This is such a wonderful simple solution. Thank you. 💚
You’re such a great guy I recently lost my job and I’m currently scraping Pennie’s together to eat and I’m scared that I’ll be homeless soon. I’ve been doing a ton of interviews but nothing has come yet. I’m glad there’s awesome people like you in the world. It gives me hope thank you for your service sir.
The thought and consideration that you put into this shelter is beyond awesome! And I love the way that you address the harder issues concerning homelessness while keeping it dignified. Everyone should watch this and know how to make one because you never know when you may find yourself in a situation where its needed. Thank you. Simply amazing!
I stumbled across this video and started watching it. I was really curious and intrigued so I could not stop watching it at that point. Wow, any cold tired homeless person would be very lucky to come across a setup like this, then to find out that they could use it for even one night, would be so happy indeed, then to find that it had food and heat would make it like a small piece of heaven, no doubt. Great job man, I’M SO IMPRESSED WITH YOU for DOING THIS. VERY AWESOME! ❤❤❤❤❤ continue on! LOVE THIS!!!!!
That is the most thoughtful thing I’ve seen recently. Thank you!!
Just a thought, use that sharpie to write a note along the lines “youtube channel sponsored homless shelter” “at 6:00 on tuesday id like to come by and get your story if your interested in sharing!” So people dont feel traped into a situation they may not be comfy with. You rock Kevin, thank you for all that you do man.
Your a saint, a very naive one but a saint non the less. I'm surprised he didn't sell the heater.
Shelters ARE bad. This man. Speaks the truth 😢
Only SOME shelters are bad... if run correctly, they can be a Godsend to single people, and families living on the streets, in the cold, heat, and rain...
A shelter is the reason I'm alive today. if it wasn't for the shelter I probably would have never found the resources to get off drugs find permanent shelter and get back on my feet. I would have probably been dead on the streets from overdose conflict or the elements or be in jail.
@@yetti399 I'm glad you're still around. Everyone deserves to live. Take care of yourself. 🫂
I've been homeless and it's tough. I am fighting everything in me to keep from going to get the materials and building one to keep unassembled in my home.. just in case. Bravo! Excellent job good sir!
Wow amazing 🤩 you are soo resourceful and kind. Thank you x