Tiny Houses Give Homeless Veterans a Place to Call Home
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- “We’re all trying to restart our lives. We have fallen down, and we’re learning how to get up again,” says Karen Carter. She is a veteran who lost her home after she got divorced. Today, she lives in a veterans’ village made up of tiny homes in Kansas City, Missouri. It’s a neighborly place where people look out for each other. Mark Solomon, a REALTOR®, co-founded the Veterans Community Project, using his skills as both a real estate professional and a veteran to provide transitional housing to veterans who need a fresh start.
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Too bad we don't have a program like this to solve homelessness nationwide. Studies show that just putting a roof over homeless people's heads helps the community, and it's the moral and humanitarian thing to do.
To be perfectly honest, not all homeless people who are given a home will suddenly help society, some of them are on the street for a good reason.
@@tadas7985, sadly, very sadly, you're right. So much drug and alcohol abuse among the homeless. Some are able to break the horrible cycle but many can't. So damn sad.
@@Chilly_Billy even then, some people are just bad character, some, a very small minority would simply take advantage of the home their given and have no feeling of gratitude nor feeling that they should repay society in any way.
@Ruthie Bella I know it's a good idea, the homes aren't the problem. I'm just saying a very small minority of people are. Well atleast in my country, most homeless people aren't good people, they would probably stab you if not for the police
California gives them a roof & needles. 👏
Too bad this problem exists in the first place.
Ya I mean it's really sad and to bad that it's a Nationwide problem
Richest nation in the world. Not a single soul should be homeless.
We don't have it. In Germany
I hate our government so much idk how people even serve anymore if they know they will be treated like this
I think there should be a job out there for everybody so nobody doesn’t have a way to provide somehow for themselves.
That’s what you call a helpful person, this is so wholesome!
Ikr
Veterans should never be homeless
They be serving the nation their whole lives and end up being homeless.
God bless this man.
How about No One should ever be homeless? Sounds better right?
lil trump Yes some people that murdered innocent lives should never end up being homeless!
@@canyadigit6274 don't generalise bruh
Did all of them take innocent lives?
And did they do it for their cause? There were orders goddamit
So does everyone
Hudaef Cares? Yang 2020
Spending $900+ billion on the “War in Afghanistan” instead of taking care of our vets and our homeless #USA
Judge Dredd 💯💯💯
lol they dont care if they are homeless. they make people around the world homeless daily. you just sound like a child whining
Jemso999999999 Ok.
America already spends way too much on the military.
To be fair, the USA isn’t the only country who treats their veterans unfairly. Look at Canada.
we need something like this in LA
put also rehab and public help for the ones with mental illnesses, no one wants to be without a place truly call home.
xFoxySupreme Not just LA, all of California.
This is socialism
@@marry1321 socialism isn't that bad
@@romjonsilver4049 it's ironic coming from the US , or better- hypocritic
@@marry1321 No kidding. I guess it is about time we realized that caring for the common good isn't so bad after all.
I just wanted to see inside the house
Ikr
There's another channel that shows the inside of one of the homes. I'm gonna see if I can find the channel again
Edit: the channel is Tiny home tours
This tiny home community gives veterans a chance is the title of the video on that channel
@@emilyshmelimy thanks
Same
@@emilyshmelimy What an og
The government doesn't like this idea because Uncle Sam doesn't get his cut, it's sad and pathetic.
You do realize that the government spends 20 percent of there budget on welfare checks
A company will not build a hospital in a ghetto because it is not profitable
I have a question and I am not from the USA so don't mind
Why are veterans homeless? I thought the military provides pension and stuffs and also decent salary during their job right? So how come a person with decent paying job before retiring and pension after retirement became homeless? Or am I missing something?
@@Black182heart Not just the US many European nations too.From the Uk
@@Black182heart People make choices. The people who make bad choices end up homeless. Mcdonalds employees can afford a cheap apartment.
To all veterans watching this, thank you for your service
What about the veterans who just wanted an excuse to shoot up brown people in a foreign country?
@@irdestroyer Those aren't "veterans" :)
Hahah
@@Snowiestttv yes, they still are.
@@TheMechanicalHermit No they aren't they are Ex military men with a ton of experience, men committing war crimes are not military, and they aren't experienced.
It’s so sad that our society is so greedy that we can’t even help those that allow us to be greedy. They protect us and yet they live on the streets. It’s horrible.
What you be doing in your internet history hmm
C Too edgy, too mean-spirited
Protect us from what?
That's why a government sucks tbh, also they got 26th amendment.
i use you everyday
Fought for country and became homeless. Now people finding them home. Wholesome.
How do I get this going in my area? Thia needs to be a nationwide movement.
visit their website. maybe you could get in touch with the project founder
Excited to get this going in LA
Instead we are building houses immigrants that haven't done a thing for this country, we need to focus some of that money towards this problem, the people who have risked their lives for us
Braves20715 wars after ww2 were and are for resources and keeping puppet governments around. attacking immigrants from nations that your country destabilized isn't a solution. Why don't you stop wasting trillions sending people to murder other people for oil and alkaline. Both the Iraq war and Afghanistan war were war crimes that the general public was lied into.
Anewphaze by voting for Andrew Yang 2020
There shouldn't be homeless people, we all deserve a roof.
Exeletryy there fault they are homeless most of the time not always but most of the time
Only if they have a disability. If they are homeless because they try I don’t care
@Jeff B are you talking about politics?
@@trent1646 do you have evidence to back up your claim?
Stuart Summers yeah most of them are lazy people that don’t want to get a job or they get hooked on drugs and become crazy and can’t get a job and many more reaosns
Volunteering with this organization has Ben THE MOST fulfilling action in the oast year of my life. A veteran myself, it's ineffable to put into words what this organization is doing for veterans!!
It's a shame that people whom served for the country got to get homeless and helpless from the government
It is a shame that houses are built and kept empty for solely profit, and never to be filled.
@Sjors where?
Sjors when tf did the left try to stop that?
@Sjors dude that's bullshit, Donald Trump is like every presidential candidate we've had for a while now , they promise the sky but they never end up doing anything..
00 9X Where’s that wall? I didn’t think so. Yeah, presidential candidates never end up doing what they said they would do but it’s kind of funny how nobody even talks about the wall anymore lol.
There is no greater deed than putting a roof over someone's head. May god bless them all!
My step mom just retired a few days ago, December 6 2019, and ik this will never happen to her but I hurts me to think it could and the fact that other heros of our nation are suffering through this
But that’s unacceptable.. Here we have a law for everyone to protect them from being homeless or having no money. If you do nothing, you don’t work and you’re not even searching for work you still have the right to get around €1000 ($1100) each month from the government.
JustMirko that’s stupid as hell because I bet most of the people that got that shit spent it all on whatever drugs alcohol or there just plain bad with money I think we need to educate homeless people about how to spend money probably how to manage it and what not work your self out of the job instead of just giving hand outs we would use a lot less money doing that I think
Love the way he spoke to her. Someone believing in you can be such a powerful thing.
I love this! I wish more people were like this! We need more people like this in the world!
I wish the problem wouldn't exist in the first place
Andrew Yang!
AMAZING.
My pa is a veteran, I showed him this and he almost got tears😊
This is so heartwarming, just knowing people are doing this
Or tragic to know they have to do it in the first place
Rostam Sunny Yes that is true so that’s why I made the original comment
We need this for like every homeless person ever but too bad this is earth
Rather too bad the greed of a few is the detriment to most!
@Francisco Serna-Jimenez yeah but the majority dont. Its such a outdated view and its actually cheaper to give them a home than leaving them on the street
@@kathy-annroyster2958 True
@@robertjonker8131 If your not paying... your view is outdated back to socialism.
*The owner is a beautiful woman 👸🏾 with a beautiful soul 💓*
EDIT: I assumed she was the owner/co-creator but I guess she isn’t - either way, she’s a stunning lady 🖤
I assumed the same thing! She has been through so much but didn’t let that take away her beautiful spirit. I hope she’s cooking up a huge meal for her family and friends for Christmas.
This is so heartwarming ❤
Much love from a USMC veteran
It’s amazing how she can show a smile through everything she said
When I was gonna be older, I was planning to do this, I'm proud he had the same idea.
CRYPTO_Gaming when you were older?
hmmm
noka wdym hmmmm?
CRYPTO_Gaming you can’t say, “when i was older”
noka good point, thx for point that out lmao
CRYPTO_Gaming :-)
I'm not homeless but as a veteran I would definitely prefer to live in a community like this for the simple reason that no one else in my life actually understands the military experience except those who been through it. This just looks cozy and welcoming. I'm happy that their lives are getting better.
We need this in Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom or better yet, the rest of the world.
Oh my gosh what a lovely caring lady, the kind of friend I want❤️
America be so proud of their soldiers and stuff and still have homeless soldiers
Like basically everywhere else
@@russell4658 there are not homeless soldiers in the place where I'm from
@@abdullahabdulaziz that is
@@russell4658 India
@@abdullahabdulaziz Indias military is currently not at war and not drafting or recruiting, instead its more voluntary and isnt mentioned as much.
I want to say thank you to all you veterans who served there country!!!!!!!😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄
Why was she homeless with kids and a family? Not one person in her familywas willing to take her in?
Thats american culture for you
BOI, when I say culture it generally means majority, of a particular nation, people, or other social group.
"NoT oNLy whEn My Dad DOeS it"
@Andrew Moore "Explain how it's culture when my dad does it" - Written by someone with obtruding cluelessness
@Andrew Moore too bad your dad is the only one doing it. Through every corner of the country kids have to move out by 18 and then it is done. They start their own lives. To each his own. No support from your folks if you mess up, figure it out on your own. Old and dying? Too bad, do it alone.
Andrew Moore I didn’t know the world revolved around you! 😯
If people are willing to fight for our lives and freedom, the least we can do is help them have a home after they leave the Army 😑 this shouldn’t be a problem. I’m glad the people that made these small houses possible saw the issue as well. Thank you ❤️ You make the world a little bit better.
It's because of them the citizens aren't homeless, they spend their lives for your safety and are the ones who suffer....
how beautiful, the lady has a so nice voice that she could work with it, radio, tv, audio books, etc. so good idea.
I think more people should live in a tiny house.
True, then there will be more houses for the pop.
Leviathan there would be more room for parks and animal habitats. Also more room for crops.
@Broly The Sarcastic Savage same, average family home here in Ireland is smallest in Europe I think. Smaller than average house in Japan. Why do people have to surround themselves with so much possessions to think they are happy ?
@Broly The Sarcastic Savage Same. I could be wrong, but I don't think you'll find many other places in the world, where a home of this size is called a tiny house. I'm from Denmark and is doing fine financially, and I have just a bit more space than these 'tiny' houses. A bedroom with enough space for a bed and a closet - 6m2 / 64ft2, a kitchen - 5m2 / 55ft2, a bathroom - 5m2 /55ft2 and a living room - 9m2 / 97ft2.
I don't want more space to be honest. That would just be a bigger rent and more room for a load of junk I'd never use.
@@schlinge-fling good, u like the environment.
GOD BLESS MARK SOLOMON AND HIS FAMILY FOR ALL ETERNITY AND INFINITY FOR HIS EXTREMELY,IMMENSE HARDWORK,PERSEVERANCE AND SACRIFICES.
I'm gonna build a tiny home myself one day. Makes sense
This I so inspiring and amazing! Thank you to our dear veterans 🇺🇸
Problems like this shouldn't exist. War is over. If you want it.
I feel very sorry for how we treat these wonderful people..
I still find it hard to believe that these people risk their lives and fought for their country but end up with nothing.
Beautiful Story of A Human Being
“We cooking Everaythang”
Made me laugh. Good for her.
In so proud of my my state and the people that make the state what it is.
I loved this, this video shows that there really is good in the world.
This is so sweet bless the veterans
Amazing I hope she has fun in her new home
Thank you all for your service, great program. Build more
Amazing idea. Really hope this can do some good and take this idea even farther
Lol! Are you serious with that number!?!
@@MiniM69 What do u mean?
This!!! More of this!! America please let’s make a brighter future together!!
Why do vets get homeless? Can someone please explain me.
shantanu jain because if they join straight from high school if they have not risen among the ranks of their chosen branch and decide to leave or get kicked out for one reason or another they have no qualifications to get a decent job because most of them are already aged
When a soldier servers for a certain amount of time (20 years or more) they get life benefits. These vets served less.
@Jeff B What? This doesn't make sense 🤨
@@mattryan0701 Temp services will get you a job even if you're 55 and never worked.
T. D PTSD
God bless you for all your work!!!
Of killing civilians
For the cost of a few Tomahawk missiles we could build like 10 more of those housing divisions. Perhaps we should continue blowing up 2 person dust huts with single 1.4 million dollar ordinance...
Or not blowing up dust huts at all.
@@dontchastop right.
@CK Lim the opioid crisis is the root cause of most of the homelessness in America
Giving someone a reason to be happy is the best service you can offer. 💖
Woah I just saw the episode of Queer Eye yesterday about Brandonn who works on these houses!
This is wonderful this project should be done all over the USA .its really needed
The US should really be Asshamed About how they treat there veterans
@Broly The Sarcastic Savage facts 💯
I agree but it helps me knowing that here in KC we are taking a step to help homeless veterans. There should be no such things as homeless veterans and I am ashamed that we as a country allow this to happen.
@@sirvitxl7678 Not allowing homeless vets gets rid of personal responsibility. Veterans have a responsibility to themselves to continue doing other work after the military.
This woman is truly a hero for being a trooper for her kids. Surviving through the abuse to help them succeed in life is inspirational.
They should make houses like this for everyone who needs them
Yang 2020
Impossible unless you find a cheaper and efficient way to build homes
I think China had an idea with giant 3D printers using waste
Florida239fr
Like which ones
Love seeing stories like this, much love and respect to the people that are making this possible
I love how homeless people spend most of there money on a dog so they have someone to talk to
It’s one thing to talk about helping. It’s another to make a plan and put it into action. I’m happy for that community and admire all the people who made this happen.
In the Netherlands that is average home size
Veterans deserve better!
I feel sad for the fact that society is living free and comfortable while there are people who sacrifice themselves for their country that in the end society moves on without their soldiers and the veterans get all kinds of shit treatment from society, almost as an outcast. There should be a movie or TV series about this topic, for people to understand the kind of hell veterans really go through. #Veteransdeservesmore
As part of a military family, I cannot express the joy I feel that these veterans have chose to help their fellow servicemen and women❤️ I hope to see this project expand to larger and larger areas to not only help homeless veterans, but the large and ever growing homeless community and those in shelter homes like Laura’s House❤️
Imagine if it was like tardis science where it’s bigger on the inside.
Have you ever seen a tiny house? It basically is a tardis!!!! And now that's how I'm gonna design my house lol
@1990skelly haha nuclear resistant bunker
I was thinking like a basement thing
I mean is it possible to engineer dimensions ? That’s how the tardis is bigger on the inside.
I litterly dropped a tear this is amazing. We need more of this not just for us vets but for all.
Is it glitching for anyone else at 2:30?
"You mAay thank"
just not the cleanest editing there, I think
Dylan Murdock chill I was just asking, as Katie said
Nidhish Sharma looks like a lens glare to me
After the Marine Corps, I was homeless for a while. I'm doing great now, but this is so amazing.
You haven't fallen down madam, the society has fallen down.
What a powerful women and a powerful story
Risk his life and fight for his country.
And is homeless.
What is wrong with the US?o.O
❤This is so awesome and loving... i am moved to tears.
Housing must become a right
Lucas Ward u paying?
@@ZivineYT yes
All of the citizen in the nation is paying (except for those 1% asshole) ... Unfortunately those money is used for mr president golfing vacation instead of solving this kind of problems...
@@ZivineYT A lot of people kept you and me safe and payed with their lives so why wouldn't we pay
@@ZivineYT yep social security and taxes everyone pays it
I absolutely LOVE this idea! This should be done in every single state and commonwealth in the United States. Veteran’s deserve so much more then what they are currently getting.
This is the way to end homelessness nationwide in the U.S.
RESPECT TO ALL OF THOSE INVOLVED IN THIS.
I would prefer it if you could replace the "Veterans" with "People"
I love this type of projects so much.
No one should be homeless EVER and specially not hardworking people that passed through some hardships like this lady. I can't believe the US is a country where getting sick can leave you on the streets.
I hope more projects like this continue to pop up around the world and in some countries it helps change the housing problems.
okay shantytowns for the most fearless people in our country? yikes.
This is so beautiful, bless this man who is working to help the people who fight to keep our country and values upheld
-becouse that's what heros do
This is in my city ! I love it these tiny houses are cute and the vets are so happy and adorable!
YANG 2020 To solve *ALL* homelessness.
What an amazing job for all this people in need .
I changed what the comment said so no one knows what I said
Feel free to be a useless man and start your own billion dollar business yourself.
Hacker 5612 a man who built his business from the ground up? It’s literally capitalism
@@breakaway7017 that's not ever the case.
that billion is constantly being invested in something, from government infrastructure to Hollywood films
Its the man that risked his own money, sacrificed his life for many years to build the brand. The same man that carries the stress of every employee working under neath him to ensure they are safe and able to go home at end of each shift. The same man that is liable for any violations that effect anyone below him. The same man that no doubt hires veterans because they know they are reliable and consistent. The same man that hires the employees who are then able to feed there families.
You do realise these owners that have a billion doller company, dont physically have a billion dollars in the bank. Its all down to who is willing to pay that for the company. Also if the owner decided to mass sell stock, customers become weary of why they are trying to offload, and don't continue there business there because they see it as a volatile situation. Thus crashing the stock of the company, who then have to lay off half the staff to keep the company afloat.
that woman deserved respect shes a woman a veteran and shes black three obstacles and she overcame them being black myself i know that i can make things harder just because something like skin colour
They protect our country
But the government treats them like rats
SMH
They fight for the intrest of our government and it’s greedy politicians
They are basically their dogs that’s why you should only join the military as a last resort
I forgot when you sign up for the military they say they will pay you even when you quit.
Thank you veterans
the homes are good idea - but the problem is the society = not the veterans.
This is truly wholesome
Mr beast :gives homeless this and that and get millions of views
These guys: I am about to end this man’s whole carrer
Mr beast wants to know your location
Crazy how people serve for a country that really don’t help them out when they come back thank god for this man making homes for vets
Who are the 33 demons who disliked this?
This is why I’m going to school for construction management. I aspire to do work like this in my future career, it’s been an interest of mine for the last 4/5 years.
Just raise taxes so that everyone take care of eachother. Just look at most of Europe.
Thats not gonna work
@@citrusblast4372 Why not?
Isn't Europe a shit hole right now?
Except that's only sustainable because the US is basically Europe's defense force and they don't have to pay much for their own defense
Tiny houses ! Small family home in my part of the world ..and luxury for others . Keep up the good work
Oh man at least plant some trees... It looks like a cemetery
More trees means less rooms for houses. Remember its only temporary
@@divinemissw Even so, I think there's some landscaping options you could have without sacrificing too much room. That said, I work in the Southwest, so I'm less familiar with what you might have in that environment. Some smaller trees and shrubs might be a good investment. A good landscape helps to put people's minds at ease.
this helpful we should do this and help veterans all over the world thank you for helping people like this get on there feat