In 2019, 43 million people in the United States lived below the poverty line, twice as many as it was fifty years before. 1.5 million children were homeless, three times more than during the Great Depression in the 1930s. Entire families are tossed from one place to another to work unstable jobs that barely allow them to survive. In the historically poor Appalachian mining region, people rely on food stamps for food. In Los Angeles, the number of homeless people has increased dramatically. In the poorest neighborhoods, associations offer small wooden huts to those who no longer have a roof. It’s not getting better. It seems to be getting worse.
I live in a card board box under a bridge in chicago. People donate food sonetimes. But the 100 degree heat and cold winters its bad. People die on the street all the time
this is so true. i've been homeless before and had to sleep in my car and in a tent..i hope to god i never end up in thattt situation again, but with no family, as i was a ward of the state....anything could happen very easily causing anyone in my position to become homeless.
@@hannahtolley1793 Glad that you were able to dust off and rise again. This life is full of challenges. Family is a strong support system. Keep your head high and believe you shall never be back in that situation again ever.
I hate when people say that people like this deserve what has happened to them. Being born in a bad place, or having an injury, having some bad luck, or missing one rent payment is not grounds for having your entire life destroyed.
It’s called self awareness and responsibility and respect for yourself all you did just now is give out excuses on why people can live the way they do or not change because of stipulations lol
I lived in my car with my son for 4 years, my heart weeps for ANYONE in this situation. I’m working hard so I can be apart of the change for the good in the world.
I'm assuming you get comments like conservative's all the time, but I am so thankful you made it out and are a positive individual. You deserve all the happiness in the world. You are very strong! regardless what anyone says. Its easy and cowardly to judge on the internet.
@@ashleys5754 Yes, I do get many comments like that. However, I do receive beautiful comments like yours and I appreciate that. Thanks you for the love, it was just a hard period in my life but I’v learned and prevailed and now I want to help others like me.
@@kurger100 Not a helpful comment given that you don't know what her situation was. The fact that in the US we don't do a better job of protecting people and providing a social safety net is an obscenity. I'm an attorney, I've worked very hard to get here and I'm aware that luck is a component in everyone's life no matter how hard they work. The woman in the video was married and works hard. Where is the protection for her? For others like her?
I am a dental assistant in Germany and seeing the dentist working and also the dentures being made and given to her made me cry - I feel sooo sorry for them and I am totally touched by the thankfulness she shows , here we will take it for granted but wow it humbled me
We actually have free healthcare, called Medicaid, for the poor disabled. It doesn’t include dental, though. Dental is overlooked here. Even gainfully employed people who have medical and dental insurance (dental is a separate insurance) pay a lot for dental because the insurance doesn’t cover much. I don’t understand it because bad dental health can lead to other medical issues. My son is disabled and I have paid for a lot of his dental care because I can, thankfully. All of that said, this video seems skewed. There are a lot of things here that I don’t agree with. There are a lot of services available here for poor and working poor people. We mostly have a problem with not everyone being able to access affordable healthcare. Even the “affordable healthcare act” that was passed with Obama, medical insurance is expensive. It’s a law now that everyone must have insurance but it’s very expensive unless your poor and has high deductibles so a lot of people who have this insurance can’t afford to use it. The Affordable Healthcare Act” did make it so that insurance companies can’t deny coverage to people with pre-existing conditions, but then the insurance is to expensive with the high deductibles that cause people to still not seek treatment because they have to pay out of pocket to meet that deductible before the insurance will cover. The government needs to do a better job to make medical care affordable and accessible to all. You either have to be poor or have a job with good insurance. Anyone in between suffers.
Dental cover not included is an atrocity, but its the damn "dental industry " who is a gold mine that controls the lack of availability of dental cover for medicaid and medicare in Australia. Dentists in those part of the world earn insane amounts and protect their business. Makes me sick to the stomach, as dental health is most important for anyone's wellbeing. Its an outrage, its an exapmple of how medical profession has become a tool fir making money , there is no hippocratic oath anymore, just plainly m ake more money. So they can buy another yacht. @@JacqueScherrer
The fact that Eric was very well employed but developed a health problem and then on temporary unemployment had to cover the cost of ridiculously expensive medical treatments by himself; eventually burned through all his savings and was left homeless is an absolute testament to how broken the American healthcare system is.
the healthcare Ive worked in for 43 yrs is horribly expensive do to the lawsuits, insurance and govt regulations that make it so burdensome. Plus having to treat anyone that walks through the doors that aren't even citizens of this country, then they divvy it up and put it on the bills of those that can pay
It's weird how quite some people in the US do not feel nice about people having to live in this situation, yet also think socialism is a bad thing. Socialism is about dividing money in a fairer way, so that one can live a normal life when working 7 days a week. And even when working 5 days a week.
What gets me is when people who are WORKING, often FULL TIME, are homeless. And the concept of major medical issues in your life, JUST ONCE, causing poverty for the rest of your life, is absurd.
@@JWHealing Thats not just America. Thats the entire world. Inflation like crazy everywhere. The rich are getting richer, and the working class can barely afford a roof over their heads. And its getting worse by the hour.
i waited 34 years to have a procedure done as i didnt want to lose my home over the costs , im married and i figured if it kills me fine but im making sure my wife gets the property . i would say more but , doxxing.
@@nedkelly2035 True. In the 60s/70s an average craftsman could afford to buy a house, 2 cars and still go on holiday 2 times a year. And the wife didnt even have to work and could care for the kids. Today me and my wife (both engineers with a degree with a full time job, I even got a second job self employed) in a so called first world country and we could barely afford to buy a house 2 years ago. Its crazy how much things changed.
@@Chris-yy7qc SO RIGHT! I grew up in a mill town (school years were 1959-1972), and what you described was exactly the situation. None of the moms in the neighborhood had jobs, though a few might have done a LITTLE of something like baking pies or cakes to sell or maybe something like making alterations to clothes, just to make a bit extra, but generally speaking, there was ONE household income most of the time only 40 hours per week. AND this was in non union jobs where we lived, which also provided on the job training. Our high school even had job skills classes that trained students for the work they would be applying for a graduation. A lifetime with the same company, fair pension, no worries. The biggest company in town was locally owned, and though the owners were millionaires, they were not BILLIONAIRES, which is probably a big part of the difference. Also they had they attitude of "Let's see if we can hire a few more people this year" rather than "Let's see how many jobs we can cut"
Maria is the greatest example of making something out of nothing. Despite not having much she still keeps her car and hereself clean. I lover her spirit she is a fighter.
A few rare who doesnt deserve the rough end of the table. But I am sure she will work her way out. There is a reason she is also keeping herself well and healthy.
Women fought for this . One would think ourlives would be great yaay we have money and then you end up sleeping inside of a car , where anyone can attack you . How on earth she can sleep soundly and peacefully without fearing for her life.
So many people don't realise how quickly things can turn upside down for you. The place where I had been working at for years was bought and most of the staff who were 21+ were fired, I was left unemployed with no way to pay rent. Finding a job was extremely difficult and I could not keep up with rent, landlord was not understanding and so I had to break my lease and leave. Thankfully I had family I could rely on a few hours away who I stayed with until I got back on my feet, but not everybody has that support system, and if I hadn't I would be homeless. Nobody deserves this. Nobody chooses this.
It made me tear up to see Eric share the pizza he gets with the other people he lives around. He has next to nothing and still shares what little he does have to help others. You will truly never meet someone more kind, generous and selfless than a person living in poverty. God bless him.
I am from a third world country ..poverty is nothing new to me.. That is why I cherish my existence here in a wealthy economy like that of America.. yeah.. hmmmm..
I remember being homeless shortly after turning 18 and getting kicked out. I will never forget how I felt hearing "There are no shelters for just men. God bless you and good luck." from over 10 different shelters and churches. I will never forget how quickly it gets cold when the sun sets during winter. I will never forget how temptingly warm the first dumpster was. I will never forget how I felt the first time I had to truly beg for my survival. I will never forget the first time I met the first dog I've ever had in my life, two strays surviving together on this cold, barren rock. I'll never forget how I felt the day my wolf didn't wake up with me. I will never forget my anger that kept me alive and warm throughout it all.
if you cant get ssdi or ssi then you need to be 62 to get soc security so you need a disability if youger ssi dosent pay much really soc service mst house you if your homeless and apply but if you work you hav e to pay but usually rent too high
Yes I Personally think that The Persons) That Give Food To Others Have The Best Heart...SomeTimes Families know The Broblems you Have' And Not One Of Them Visit And Help. Not Even With a Loaf of Bread.... I Personally know This And Felt It In My Skin..So A Big Thankyou For The Help. It Is Marvelous Thankyou God.🙏💙❤💔💔😥😥😥😥😥😥
Maria broke my heart for real, she’s just pushing on man, trying to be as positive as possible and I can’t explain how much I respect her and other people like her for that. Keep on keeping on.
I imagine she is going to have more than a few pretty pennies in the bank after working and sleeping in her van for over a year. No rent or utility bills. Of course there are expenses on the streets as well. She'll be able to buy a nice RV outright or move to another state and buy some property with alittle land.
@@texn9326 Provided her employer doesn't see this documentary and fire her because she can no longer be e-Verified due to no permanent address. Living in your car = homeless.
Why trying to fight against the cleptocracy keeping things this way, when you can just stay positive and grind, pretending as if this is just the natural order of things!!!!
I will never take the comforts of my life for granted. Living in a state with one of the highest costs of living, it’s too easy to end up in a situation like this.
I have been homeless. I had two strokes on the same day. I couldn't work. I lost my house to back taxes. I bought it with cash. I thank God for all the kind people who helped me. I did get disability in the end but that was after I lost everything. The strokes left me completely paralyzed on my left side and 50% on my right side. I lost 50 pts off my IQ. I don't worry about what I don't have. I am incredibly grateful for what I do have. I am only as disabled as I let myself be. It is love that has the ability to overcome all obstacles. Always let love be your guide!
@@norway963 thank you for your kind words. I am most definitely blessed. It is the difficulties in life that are catalysts for personal and spiritual growth. I am most content and grateful for all the blessings in my life. I met my husband after the strokes . Being grateful is the true key to happiness. The thing I value most in this life is the freedom to be myself. The thing I am most proud of is I had the strength to be myself. Always be unapologetically authentically you and dance through this life like no one is watching. Love & light 🌄 L
This documentary was made in 2019! After the pandemic I can't even imagine how much worse it must have gotten. Sooo many people lost their jobs and livelihoods.
I was literally about to say this. I once was ignorant thinking that people who were homeless got there by they’re choice but sooner than later realized the big picture. It’s not much, but every winter we get a group of people together on our Harley’s and ride to local homeless setups and give out free clothes and stuff they can use.
They shouldnt blame the economy on Tmp...those far above our president have been planning this mess for a long time. Really ridiculous. Not crazy about him other than the fact he really had made strides forward reguardless of the left doing all they could to stop him.
@@4door_vette04 That is the great work you are doing. Remarkable act. I will request you people work on empowering people too so that they can live a dignified life and create resources of their own.
@@futureperfect1034 I try. After growing up and having a family I realized how quick things could go south for anyone really. So I try my best to help where I can. It might not seem like a lot to some people, but to others even that little bit is a lot to them.
Yes, you need wars and advanced weapons to keep petrodollar and US dominance in the world so that US citizens can continue with their comfortable lifestyle. Remember that you're buying oil from Gulf states with your paper (US dollar). If you don't have the technology and weapons, you will have to actually work and export goods for that gasoline like the rest of the world.
Holy cow! At 14 yo, I moved from Santa Monica to Roanoke, VA and now I live in Richmond! I cannot believe how much I’ve learned in this video. I’m gobsmacked and saddened by it all.
Actually, you are homeless when you live in your car. I, too, live in my car, and I live in Miami, Florida, USA. I've paid more in efficiencies (paying rent in an illegal apartment) pretty much paying landlords their mortgage. My efficiency went from 900.00 a month to 1200.00. It literally took me less than 10 steps from my kichenette to the front door.
This is making me physically sick to my stomach. I was homeless for 2 years and couch surfed the whole time. Not only was it humbling, it taught me who REALLY loved me and who did not. It taught me some hard, valuable lessons. I still have nightmares about it. I literally have nightmares about it. My God. This has got to stop. There's no help out there for single people. I couldn't find any help.
I agree 👍 but we need to look at how poor folks on the low end of the socio-economic scale vote, who they vote for, and what they're voting for 🤔 Not saying they vote against their interest or circumstances, but they're likely voting to help 🤕 the rich 🤑 instead of people like themselves!
Life is about survival period. With over 8 billions people and only so much inhabitable land. We do not have very long to live due to desertification, deforestation, global warming, savage storms, massive pollution, drought, dwindling crop yields, shrinking water tables. diseased crops, sun baked crops. low supplies of fertilizers, shrinking diesel supplies and economic warfare and millions of acres of farmland has been sold to China and they will send those food crops to their own people and leave us high and dry. Your traitorous government could care less if we starve. They serve money not the dumbed down sheep they rule over and can enslave and tax in so many ways. After all, population control is their top agenda. Millions will die and this pill is far to hard for the dumbed down sheeple to swallow.
No one will help you. Let's face it, this is the case in capitalist countries. In the eyes of the capitalist government, the poor are just the source of war or cheap labor. Generally speaking, capitalists are not in anything but money!
The fact that rummaging through a garbage can is considered stealing is mind blowing. Homeless people have every obstacle in the world to overcome with little to no help. And we’re all closer to living the same life they are than we think.
What blows my mind is the wasted food and other items that are brand new found in dumpsters behind stores is destroyed to keep people from getting them. we are filling up land fills because people are greedy and wasteful.
I saw this once and it really broke my heart because I remember when I was without work for 2 years and I lost everything....thank God I had purchased a small home from a friend for my daughter and that is where I had to move to....and believe me many people are still living like this to this day....All I can do is continue to pray for our country. May God bless us all.
Her idea of "continuing order" is very awesome. Just because your living situation changes, doesn't mean your life ideals need to change. She's still a worker and maintaining some discipline. Very hard to stay motivated
This is so true, I like how you worded this! There’s so many people who lose their homes and just lose motivation to work and do other daily tasks (which is understandable 😞). She’s inspiring for still working hard no matter her living situation
I recently lost my apartment that I had for 4 1/2 years... I was homeless and sleeping at my band mates floor and eventually his car ( I lost mine). My boss found out that I was doing all of this and he let me stay in a hotel room (I work at the Hilton Garden Inn at a fancy restaurant inside of it) luckily I have great bosses and co workers. I was hiding this from them but this summer heat was brutal. Tonight is my 3rd day in the Hotel room. I'm from Southern California and moved out on my own to Utah and have been here for 5 years. So it's a blessing to be in this hotel room as I type this. I still feel mentally numb, being homeless does affect your mental state. I lost a lot of stuff that I accumulated all of those years in my apartment even my fiancée who I was going to marry, my cats and furniture. But I was helped by my band mates and boss. My best advice is to be honest with people and let them know, my ego and pride had me hiding this from my job and family. Till the front desk manager found out. Tonight I have a bed to sleep on.
that depends on the state. if it's a state run by republicans, sure that will happen. in states run by democrats, it can take many months, and things will be biased toward keeping the tenant in the housing.
@@perfectallycromulent it's both, laws and landlords. I own now for years, Landlords have always had a one up on tennants in most States. Sure a few have tennant laws to protect tenants, but landlords choose to evict very fast regardless. Little sympathy sadly.
@@fenris042 Take the same greedy landlord and put him in a state with a very strict eviction regulations that favors landlord vs a state with a very strict eviction regulations that favor tenants, the time it takes to evict a tenant will be very different even though the same greedy landlord is trying to evict. Is that so hard to understand? And republicans absolutely hate poor people. They were the ones against the extension of eviction moratorium.
I am from the Netherlands and this is so shoking to watch. I feel so grateful for being born in a country that takes care of the ones unable to work due to health issues!!!!
One of the best places on the planet to be living nowadays. Norway as well. Probably all those Nordic countries. The Far East as well but the language and customs are difficult for people from the West. You people are like Orca!
Americans make much more money than the dutch though, so it seems it's not working that great for you guys. For example, the average american CS worker makes twice as much as the dutch one
america build no midrises so we have nowhere to live, everything is just single family homes for rich white capitalists and everyone else has to go suck an egg because money is first and foremost
@@peludogameplaysmachopeludo3506 yes but they spend less overall, americas suburban lifestyle is extremely unsustainable and is subsidized by the cities and costs more utilities per mile than any other type of development, also they dont go broke if they get injured
@@jessicab331 yh I know, I have lots of friends and family there. Looks like the system is rigged against the majority of people. A student loan is one of the things that sets people back.
Been homeless in the USA and it's the worst experience of my life, everyone immediately thinks you're on drugs, diseased, and a horrible person. I had just lost my wife and family, had literally nothing left. Had to claw my way back up slowly with my own hands. I may be a foreigner who was born here but America isn't the paradise people think it is.
I’m an American raised in the black inner-city of Los Angeles ghettos. I decided that working hard and applying what I learned through a partial college education, will get me a decent life in any economy in the U.S., and that has been the case for me and others! American success is up to the individual. I wasn’t going to wait for the government’s help! YES - I have also been faced with homelessness! It is what you make it to be and how hard you are willing to struggle through!
The USA needs to live at least 30 years under socialism, this will help to put itself in order, improve social living conditions, raise the standard of living of the lower strata of the population and get rid of the cult of money and profit by the rich strata
I live in an aged mobile home and I have my garden. If I could help someone I would but most around me are druggies and it wouldn't be safe. If I had a Maria I would share my home with her.
i am financially poor. Experienced homelessness in South Florida and it was a wake up call that changed me. I had achieved a bachelors degree. Have no criminal past, drug abuse, nor mental disabilities to speak of(my friends may disagree lol). Life happens and I had to adjust. I had a job and a car so I was fortunate and grateful for that. I got a PO Box and put my belongings in storage. I'm not even sure why I am sharing this. But i hope if you find yourself in a similar situation understand that there is a way out. It took me over 4 months but I was able to climb out slowly. Key things... I maintained a very positive outlook. I still worked out at the park. Went swimming. listened to music. read books. and went out for walks. I maintained my personal hygiene as best possible and on my down days I didn't make any poor choices that could make things worse. Stay up.. and fight the good fight. If you persist and remain positive the experience will change you for the better.
This video powerfully illustrates the harsh realities of poverty that many face daily. It's crucial for us to raise awareness and take meaningful action to support those in need. Together, we can work towards creating a fairer and more compassionate world for everyone.
I will never get tired of hearing about the complexities of the human life. I can't understand those who reduce each other to black and white; no room for grey. Documentaries like these really do help keep me aware and understanding, as well as sad and careful.
The reason some people's perspectives are extreme black or extreme white with no contrast in between is denial and/or ignorance. It is 100% lack of knowledge or education of the situation though. Once you experience something 1st or 2nd hand, you sympathize or empathize for the situation. It's selfish if you ask me. I empathize for everyone everywhere. I can't help it. I feel for people.
They should never be room for lukewarm for sure. Black and white is good because we all get to know our positions and negotiate faithfully. Grey areas are the worst because there in comes severe deceit, killing, whoring, stealing, all kinds of vile sins. Grey areas are kin to motivational speeches perhaps now perceived as reality; yet the people with resources keep playing the strings.
@@Twitch_Moderator Grey areas are the worst, you are deceived if you live in them because you certainly will be demoralized to even do anything besides watch documentaries.
People act as if those folks woke up one morning n decided to be homeless. People automatically believe they're either homeless and in poverty due to laziness, addiction, lack of skill or education. Truth be told there are thousands of professionals and intellectuals out in the streets. The housing market crash, the pandemic n the recession were all designed to siphon billions out of the system then disrupt n brake the American n world economy. Mergers & acquisitions n shipping Jobs overseas has been going on for years and homeless n poverty are all a direct result from it. These President's n political parties r all a big front now - they no longer work for "We the people". We no longer have a constitution that truly protects our rights as sovereign citizen's. The 41st congress passed the District of Columbia Organic "Act of 1871" which ammendment the old constitution n separated powers n control to the newly created "THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA CORPORATION" !!!!!
Anger is conspicuous by its absence. However miserable their situation, no one seems to be angry. Even the woman being evicted may be crying but she is not angry at the guys evicting her.
I am homeless with my 2 children. My 1 son is autistic. We stay in our van mostly but try to stay in motels when we can. Because of the kids I can't stay in the van every day. I wasn't always like this. I lived over 30 years without experiencing homelessness. Because of so many on welfare I have applied several times and even had some social workers help me but there's ALWAYS a mess up on the end of the welfare dept because they just have too many people on welfare and not enough workers to answer phones so u can easily fix something they've messed up. Instead u have to wait over 6 weeks to even find out they've messed up and then start over. And it takes all day so when u have to live day by day u don't have time to keep doing that. Then when we have emergencies I CANNOT let my kids freeze, or go hungry, or without ANYTHING they need I will sometimes have to hold a sign to ask for help. Horrible people see I have a vehicle and I'm clean and my kids are clean and say your not homeless ! Your too clean ! U got a van ! Like they don't realize that the majority of people they see asking for help are drug addicts that don't spend the $ on food or cleaning products. And I had help getting this vehicle because mine was in such bad shape it kept breaking down and because I had no credit it cost me almost $600 a month ! This newer one costed me $300 a month with my trade in van which someone helped me to pay off the last couple grand and put the vehicle in their name so the payments would be low enough. But people don't get out and ask questions. They just assume and judge and look down on others. That's not people of God ! Because People of faith don't treat others like that. But I have faith that the Lord is keeping us safe and He will help us and guide us to where we need to be. God Bless all of u going thru a hard time. The Lord is with u even when it doesn't feel like it.
Why though are we allowing more and more people to come into the country to get help if we can't help the ones we have here already ? I don't understand that logic. It's a mathematical issue ! This amount of $ and job but too many ppl for that free $ and jobs =a negative! A BIG NEGATIVE !!!
People who shame the homeless really don't realise its not always due to drugs and carelessness. You can be let go from a job under circumstances that weren't your fault, have no money due to this and miss rent. Then boom you're homeless. They are very real people who need very real support.
Maybe people who live out of their cars, since that takes effort to maintain. Call me crazy, but I think most of the people in those tents along the freeway overpass are just drug addicts and people who have mental issues.
Find it weird that people are so harsh against homeless people with a drug addiction, but not "homeless" middle class adults who stay with their parents and also take drugs to cope with their misplaced and lonely existence. Some people just have luckier circumstances.
She literally gave up everything for this, it was her decision, literally. She is also an idiot for living in Cali. This documentary is dog poop. MAGA? How about building back better? She probably lost this car already due to 6 dollar a gallon gas. Yep, this is Trumps fault /s.
It's really insane how loose the term "middle class' is. If we have middle-class citizens falling into this type of position as easily as this video claims, there is something extremely wrong. Truly breaks my heart..
My family is middle-class and we've never had kids as it meant we would be living off of government assistance for 18 years. We been married for 20 years so far, so it's been a good look at our past and seen we really wouldn't have made it financially with children. At one point, if we had children, we would have been homeless ourselves. Not having children gave us that extra income for the mortgage when my husband's job shutdown in two weeks.
@@christins.1481 Goes to show you guys thought of what was best for you long term! I'm working to do the same with my fiancee, we're both 22 and want to have a family but are both finishing our grad/pa schooling to really have the income to support a child the right way. Thank you for sharing cause it makes me feel like i'm on the right track!
@@trashawnbritt4681 You're welcome. I'm not against having children, me and my husband both grew up with stay-at-home Moms and there are benefits to one parent staying home holding down the fort - one person is running errands while the other is solely focused on the income. Then being a stay-at-home parent doesn't mean you're at home 18 years, you can go out and get a job when the kids become independent. It's hard having two parents working with an infant, both are losing sleep for the care of their child and stressing over work and Bills. It's easier with one parent focusing on the other. My job for over 10 years didn't have paid leave nor paid sick time. So I definitely couldn't have a baby. I could, but work wouldn't be paying me. We didn't even get paid vacations. It took a new job taking over that offered such benefits, but at that time we were racking up in hospital Bills. This doesn't mean being rich, but having enough money to pay for your child, Bills, mortgage and not worrying if you have enough money left in the bank for food. We couldn't even afford that.
Elvis is a really innovative. There are some really good people working to help. The government should help. The U.K. isn’t far behind. Not enough affordable housing. Poverty levels high. Not enough jobs or affordable food. I admire the people who have worked to help the poor.
Back twenty years ago, I worked for a national pizza chain and a local supermarket. The pizza joint had an ironclad policy about disposal of unsold or undeliverable food - the garbage. We were not technically even allowed to eat it ourselves. When corporate management found out that the night manager and I were taking this food to a local homeless shelters, we were both fired. At the supermarket I worked at, all produce that was "damaged", such as oranges that were bruised and vegetables that were a days old and not aesthetically pleasing were to be disposed of. The amount of food wasted here is staggering.
Definitely. Same thing that happened at a Walmart I was at. Myself & the Person that was with me asked them (because we saw a huge Amount of Food behind the Store stacked on the Pavement), what happens to the Food. We mentioned that People should be able to come get it because of Starvation/Homelessness. They told us "No, we HAVE to throw it away. We have Foods that aren't even Expired yet but we HAVE to" . Told us that they were waiting on the Dump Truck to come get it. I was shocked. Sickening.
@@briasworld8 from a humanitarian point of view, food wastage is really such a crisis. But our current reality is we are govern by businesses and corporations. Food wastage is a huge liability so you will see virtually all corporations that sell food being very strict about wastage and it’s proper disposal. KFC doesn’t want media coverage for some homeless raiding their bins and eating and getting sick from old chicken pieces. This is their viewpoint and they must protect their businesses.
I've been disabled as a US military veteran, for 40 years. For the past 30 years, I have been living in my car, homeless. Your thoughts and prayers have not been helping me a bit. Please learn to appreciate your freedom, as it is not free or cheap. Cheato belongs in prison for tax evasion.
You need to talk to your good president about all of this homelessness.he doesn't care about anyone.but,he's so worried about all the immigrants at the border!!!! Let them all in!!!! It's pretty sad to see all these poor people and children that have to live like this in America!!!! Very sad
Number 1 problem in every country is not having a job. If you have a job, you can have food on the table and pay bills to the apartment. But always aim to build a house. You should not rent for the resr of your life because renting fee is increasing every year
This is the side that they don’t want people to see when it comes to the homeless population. They say it’s mainly drug use and mental illness. They don’t show the side of those who still maintain, no drugs, and work full time! Sickening
actually poor population is as same as a billionaire for rest of the world because we just see the major image of usa which is not true and real ....its ashaming for a country who is trying to pull riens of almost all the world. charity at home first!
This is why us in Europe find it odd that you don't have free medical care. Just seems normal to us. And with the phone number 111, we literally have free medical help and advice just at the end of the phone
@David Huberty We just have an increase in social security. Probably less than most health insurance is. Most of the World can find a way to find the money. I am a supporter of the NHS and a member of the Conservative Party in the UK. Even those on the right hate the idea of privatisation health care. It would be like the privatisation of the entire education system. You need your health more than education. I do kind of get why it might not work in the US. I think it is more to do with expectation and culture. We don't have a suing culture here and we don't have any expectations. If things go wrong and are so slow, we understand and appreciate what we have. A lot of people do have health insurance but just like schools, it is up to you which you can afford and prefer. Though, when the Prime Minister caught Covid even he used the National Health Service.
Maria and I have similar situations. My ex and I were together 3 years. I lived in his house. At the end of the relationship it was nothing but drama, chaos and police. He paid for me to live in a hotel for a month while I searched for employment. I am now employed full time and renting a room for $450 a month. As much as I hate my job right now, and my Life, I know I have to keep pushing forward and not give up ❤ I hope Maria is doing ok ❤
@@ericclaeyborn3600 lols.. and where does this goverment get it's money? Just a guess, I would say taxes.. that's the people yes? if your Guvmunt owes $30 trill, its the people who will pay it.. Not the reserve/fed bank.. the people.. You are right now getting double whacked with tax, once from your income cheque, 2ndly from the Inflation they gave you.. Every one of you. are in debt for this $30 trillion.. You employ the Guvmunt.. its your Debt.. sorry if it hurts.. but truth can be like that..
I am a Landlord in UK and I always pay around $20( £15) RENT ON TIME insurance a month for each property so even if the tenant does not pay, my agency's insurance covers it up. I don't quite understand why this cannot happen in the US.
You need a guarantor or an insurance agency paid by the tenant to rent an apartment or a house in Japan, & your guarantor's financial situation (statement of income, tax returns) is verified. Must be extremely stressful to never be sure if one's going to be able to pay next month's rent, or if or when it's going to be raised.
You say that you pay that. You do not. It's added to the cost of the rent making it worse for your tenements who pay their rent. I live in rented property and regularly go without food to pay rent
@@PINKFL0YD-s2h that is not correct. The agency I use deducts this from the rent I receive every month. I always try to be $50-100 cheaper than any landlord in my area.
I am from the Philippines. At one point, I got delayed in my apartment rent for 2 months but thank God our landlord was very considerate to give us a chance to catch up w/ the payments. My other apartment neighbor got delayed in her rent for 6 months, but we're still neighbors until now. I can't imagine being evicted after 5 days of not being able to pay. Praying for all those who are struggling, not just in the US, but all around the world. 🙏🙏🙏
You cannot be evicted in a few days in the US. Each state is different. The quickest in any state is 2 months/60 days. This is a biased documentary. Also: Landlords have bills to. They need to be able to pay for themselves. You have to understand that...There wouldn't be a point in owning buildings to rent out if you lose money. That would be silly.
@Behroz Zafari There will always be homeless people in EVERY country in the world. Most of the homeless here in the US are mentally ill and/or drug addicts. That's the issue. We have a lot of freedoms in the US, I would hate to live in Afghanistan. But if you have a good life I am glad! I hope everything is good over there even though Afghanistan has a LOT of issues.
Ngl, Ive seen so many foreign vloggers now settling in the Philippines. Pretty cheap cost of living, almost everywhere even the metropolitan areas is not that expensive compared to other countries. And our economy keeps on improving 🙏 long gone are the days we look up to the Americans. When I was a kid, I always told my parents I want to go to America and meet English speaking people. They seem cool, and look very different from us. Especially, the winter season! 🥺 But now, it's just sad.. I really how the new President can make their lives better again!
Thank you for shedding light on these issues. Too many people look down on the homeless. It can happen to anyone and at any time. People fail to realize that no one wants to live like this. Whether it be the cost of living, mental illness, or addiction, all homeless people deserve compassion.
America is a poor country and the right does not want to admit that they always talk about booming economy etcetera ...... yes for the rich. When the real economy goes bad, the economy of the rich goes very well .... and vice versa. Oh you need insulin but no money..... too bad you will die because we are actually a third world country
This hits home for me. Grew up in California and seeing homes less people as well as my parents used to be homeless due to work lay offs in 2008. I pray everyone gets their peace and have their space.
And the Banks stole homes which they did not own foreclosing on people and created tent cities i understand how mortgages really work Judgement day will be ugly for some people when they die they will have a rude awakening.
I am from India This video of US makes me realize the importance of my life and my Family. I am the Wealthier and Happier than most of the people in the World. I love my parents and my family ❤❤❤❤❤
@Sheila Keenan Sad that you lack knowledge and keep up the lie. So you think the that Appalachia is crawling with illegals? Our blame game is has only caused our demise. Hard to change the problem if you can't acknowledge the real cause.
Lived in my car for 2 years while going to college and working 2 jobs. I had been kicked out of my home because I broke my ankle and wasn’t able to work, couldn’t pay the rent. I felt okay though, living in my car. Was thankful for the roof and the transportation. I had a gym membership at Planet Fitness, I worked out but mostly needed it for the 24/7 shower and other amenities. Thankful for that too. Ended up getting a restaurant job where I saved money on food because they kept me fed. Made enough money to finally get my own place but I ended up dropping out of college to work at the restaurant full time because it was good money and helped me find a home. I regret not finishing college, but, I’m thankful for the journey. I wouldn’t be where I am if it had been different. I’m in a happy place finally and I feel like I earned it.
Hey, just read this and was really touched by what you wrote, not just the difficulty you faced but how greatful you remained for what you did have going for you in your life at that time. I dont think I would have been able to remain as positive as you in those circumstances. Happy to hear that you are in a happy place now and that there is feeling that you really earned it.
DO NOT REGRET dropping out. University is a business and when people believe that Uni is the only way to go, the Uni's love that. Get skills and experience like I did. That's what jobs look for, not some paper from some shiny big school. Save your money, stress and time from major disappointment. If you're going back to college, get certificates to what you want to do. Stay safe and good luck..
College is overrated. There are many jobless ppl with useless college degrees paying paying back their student loans who never had a job with their college degree I am one of them. Be happy you escaped the college trap and student loan debt that eats your heart out...
I absolutely came to see if anyone thought that as well, it's so sad that at the end of the day the only real for sure contingency plan to fall back on.
It’s always sad to see. I grew up poor my whole life and slept in a laundry mat for a little while so I understand what they are going through in this video. Also people that judge please realize it can happen to more people than you think a month of no paychecks could destroy the average family
Nobody plans on illness or disability, life could be going along fine then an illness or disability or loss of job and can’t find new one before getting evicted, just sayin
What a wonderful man Eric is to have made deal with local pizza places, picking up pizzas every day and sharing with others in his shared parking lot. Blessings 🙏 for all of them.
@@ronsagolili3737I guess you didn’t hear the narrator say Eric used to work 50 hrs a week but got sick. There is no safety net for a person like Eric sick but too young for social security. I hope he is working on getting disability. Jesus Christ says to feed the poor not punish them for being sick.
All I can say is that, God bless every single person who volunteers, gives free food and helps in any way... I think I needed to watch this documentary.. .it is a reality check for me...the message is simple, if you can help, no matter how little, please help. what seems little to you is a mountain to someone else. #LetsBeBetterHumans
The problem is getting bigger every day. People need to understand that they are one catastrophic event away from finding themselves in this situation - job loss, medical emergency, change in relationships ... Be well, everyone.
The problem is the absolute lack of social support in the US. Student loans, healthcare etc. ruin peoples lifes forever. The social state is just outdated
@@IzayaTijisPrincess the US experienced major reform with "The New Deal". Programs which we still rely on today, unfortunately they were not intended to last as long without being updated to reflect and react to changes in our economy and society. It seems as if our government stopped being for the people and instead supports corporation conglomerates. I don't know much worse things will need to get before people demand revolution.
@@alexasaltz4229 Its just the absolute peak of capitalism. Everyone has to pay fot everything and is left on his own. Ofc Im capitalist aswell but I think u see what Im trying to say. If u can pay u live good, If u cant, u dont. As a german this is unbelievable, the poor get free flats, eating tickets, social support, job searching support, free healthcare, free education on any level etc.
@@IzayaTijisPrincess I am German born! However I have lived in the US since I was 7. I still tend to hold Euro-centric ideals. A country can only be as successful if its citizens are healthy and happy. Of course neither is guaranteed in life, however efforts to make it so is invaluable.
In my youth, and due to several addictions, I was thisclose of becoming homeless. My heart goes to all hard working people in that situation. Tough life, and I hope they find a solution to their problem. Ironically, work became my therapy, and for many years, I found working everyday kept me safe from me.
Lord forgive me for all the times I complained about not having food, spending monet, and materialistic things. Having shelter is the greatest blessing and I will not take it or my parents for granted, especially after working myself I see hardship is everywhere. God bless our homeless- if only our “leaders” actually wanted to help
Reminds me of back when I worked a full-time, minimum wage job. I split a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment with 3-4 other people. Money was so tight, I could only afford to eat every 2-3 days. I lost 80lbs in about 6 months. I am beyond grateful I was able to move above that point in life. My heart goes out to all of those who are struggling in life.
@@banrap9369 I'm not here to brag about whose had it worse. I was simply sharing a memory. I was employed and renting an apartment. I felt too entitled to ask for food, so I went without.
Maria is one of the most level headed strong homeless individuals I’ve ever seen. God bless her I wish I could’ve helped her with a place to live and shower so sad
@@mikevideo79 It's not that expensive.. She is living in it so a 97 Ford Windstar with 280,000 miles about to die might make things all the worse. Living in her van. Damn.
I have a 70 year old guy friend lives out his van like Maria and like you said he also is super level headed one of the most wholesome ppl I met and he taught me a lot more then anyone I know … one of his sayings he says dig deep and keep the faith when I told him man I’m feeling lost feels like he know all the answers I know no one does but he got a lot of knowledge
Being homeless off and on for a long time, I empathize. Not every person is a bum or a drug user or have mental health issues. I lived in a dysfunctional home for the first part of my life and when my folks both died the family pretty much scattered apart so I became without any kind of support. I could work here and there but only enough to get by and wound up on the streets for a long time. With the right help, I got into an apartment and get disability now thank God. To those out there who are having it hard, things will turn out. Hang in there and have faith.
recently my family have been asked to leave the house we've lived in for 10+ years. my father and i have no idea where we're going to go when we're kicked out in september. right now we're relying on the kindness of friends who can offer us a place to stay. my heart goes out to everyone who was featured in this video, i hope their circumstances change for the better soon.
@@cuprunnethover2509 forget about god. that stuff does not cut it these days. People need to stay positive and keep grinding - "the human spirit will prevail". never give up and never give in. good luck.
@@siggifreud812 oh you just wrong the worst statement ever. How can you forget about God when you are breathing His air? Okay... Prayers for you! Be blessed!
Those police officers drawing their guns to evict someone is everything that is wrong with policing in America. When I was younger I was always taught that police would never draw a gun unless they intend to use it. How are you gonna shoot somebody just for being poor?
The job of police in a capitalist society is first and foremost to protect property followed by maintaining order (not peace or "justice", or "public service") so that business can be easily and efficiently conducted.
Watching docus really humbles you, doesn't it? I'm learning a lot. 9:17 I'm new to the workfield, it'll be just a year since I was employed and I am also overworking myself. Well, I gotta find the balance or else I'mma reap the cons of overworking.
The whole part with the teeth really got to me because I've been in a similar situation of needing dental care really badly but not being able to afford it. The fear eats away at you, she was crying tears of relief.
That got me too. They say us Brits have bad teeth lol, but if they were here all their dental/medical treatment would be free. It would be in a regular dentist/ hospital too, not in the middle of a field. It's a real eye opener for sure.
@@MandatedReporter Wow... that sounds crazy. I live in a country that has free healthcare and reading this makes me feel way more grateful for what I have. Good luck to you.
A very sad reality, for those who have fallen into this situation, going out will not be easy without important help. These widespread situations offend the dignity of the person above all, especially if he has young children. A big sincere thanks to all these wonderful volunteers, they are the real great Heroes! Congratulations to whoever made this important and well-crafted documentary. Sincere greetings from Venice, Italy.
We are not the world richest country, we are home to the largest corporations- who largely avoid paying federal taxes, like amazon, apple, Google. The average American is in extreme amounts of credit debt, not to mention debt for their school, car, home. Because of this, most people can only pay the interest on their debts every month. Many will carry thier student loan debt until they die.
I gave my home of 20 years to my daughter, 2 grandsons and x wife and moved in to my 98 van 2 years ago. I thought I would be able to get a home cheaper and faster than my daughter. I'm a veteran, 69 years old and living in a world where I never thought finding a place to live would be so hard. The people that own these apartments, homes are really in a world of their own. Pure greed is all I see and it's getting worse. The last two places I tried to get the house needed major repairs and both owners expected me to do ALL THE REPAIRS and and go get the material! The sad part is how many are out there who are even more in need than me. God bless all of you and I hope you the best
You gave your house to your daughter, why you did not stay in your house? Tell her things did not work out and you need to move in. Don’t take no for an answer. You’re her dad.
If she has kids she should qualify for section 8 or HUD if she has built credit and nothing against her on it. I tried applying for HUD several times myself, but I was denied over a judgement on medical bills. My check was garnished just because I stopped paying a medical bill the debt collector was throwing unfair collateral on. Somehow they made me feel like I was in the wrong and I was scared to speak up to the judge. I'm terrified to take on any debt now. Knowing they get away with this. But yeah, she can apply for assistance, and so can you if that's what's best for your family.
What do you think if people outside the US boycotted the USD $ ? Would that make a difference ? I believe this will force the US administration to mind its own business so it won't keep the war against civilians in Gaza ongoing. It may be claimed that the foreigners are financing the war without being aware when they deal and account with the USD. Assume BILLIONS OF PEOPLE did that. From another hand, when the US takes care of its own people, i.e. more relief to US citizens ! No more homelessness and better security to all, instead of igniting wars here and there, or sending bombs to be dropped over the civilians of Gaza. The thing that US citizens couldn't stop with all their protests to cease fire on Gaza. In that sense, foreign countries who boycott USD will be allies to the US citizens. Its economy will be normal, not in debt. It won't be a reckless state. A bit of modesty brings relief to the whole world. What do you think ?
I would hire this woman in a NY minute. She's super bright, logical with a fabulous attitude. Sure she is totally heartbroken, but has a spark many of the fortunate don't.
Homeless people trying to cope up with this horrible inhuman conditions deserve respect. I wish them to be healthy and lucky. Love and compassion from Bulgaria🍀
Your country doesn't even have homelessness on its agenda.,It wasnt until 2018 that Bulgaria even bothered to recognize and address the problem. Yet nothing has changed, those who help are mission and social organizations. Show those organizations some love and compassion.
@@PickleAllergy I wonder what is unclear about my reaction and where exactly have you noticed the lack of compassion in my comment? Frankly speaking until the false democracy burst out in 1989 more than 90% of the Bulgarian people owned properties. Now the banister monster has left many people homeless.
This is very eye-opening for me, cause I've always have a roof over my head and never had to worry about ever being on the road. I cannot even imagine how suffocating it must be, it's honestly depressing thinking about these people's living condition.
You should watch some videos about global poverty. I know this lady's situation is bad but there is somewhere between 2 - 4 billion people on this planet that are in much much worse living conditions.
I was homeless at 16yrs old for 18mnths, it’s really not fun. I walked around at night till I had no energy to carry on, to scared to sleep. Had baths at a friends every so often but didn’t have no way to wash my clothes so just had to wear them again, got heavily into drugs/drink and was SA more than once! Having a car to sleep in isn’t great but better than the streets. I’m in the UK so luckily get free healthcare
My teenage daughter just about to leave school for college is riddled with anxiety about life and has mentioned how she worry’s she won’t be able to afford a and will be homeless.. I said no matter what age and no matter what little I have if u ever find ur self in a situation like that then aslong as I have a roof over my head then any of my kids will always be welcome home ❤
My mothers the same way, moms like you are the saints of this world & that’s what built me to be the father I am today. I love taking the grandkids to my moms house all the time.
Heart breaking that in 2022 anyone anywhere in the world are homeless. What an unfair and cruel world we live in. Too much greed, not enough compassion & too much corruption.
We had a lady in my hometown walk into our post office and decided to hold the workers hostage. No one was hurt and she never fired the gun she had. She let everyone go when the police arrived and was immediately arrested. When asked why she did it, she said she knew it was a government building and she would be sent to a federal prison. She'd be better taken care of in there than by herself as a law abiding citizen. Now she gets 3 square meals a day, full medical coverage, cable TV and she gets learning courses for free. Her cellmates also get along with her, so everything pretty much worked out in her favor. Her friends that visit her say she'll do it again if she gets released because she doesn't want to have to be poor again.
@@ly5504 this particular story might not be 100 percent true,but there are many cases of homeless people,getting themselves arrested,just to spend even a small amount of time,sheltered,fed,clean and safe.
In construction I've known guys doing this during winter time when they knew lay offs were coming they'd call summer time for work release and get out and if needed do it again. Very common problem
You are an inspiration to many, Maria. I was in a similar situation as yours while living in Guadalajara, MX with an abusive husband. However, I did not have the challenges you are experiencing. I made it back to the states, lived with friends, cheap hotels and worked 2 jobs as a Speech and Language Therapist. Then life started to look up. Your life will look up as well, Maria!
I was in a similar situation. I was in an abusive marriage. I married my older husband at 18 right out of high school. He was controlling and made it hard for me to keep a job by calling nonstop when I was working. When I had my daughter I couldn’t work and the abuse got worse. I left when she was 9 months old. I don’t know where I would have been without my parents.
Having a master's degree as a Speech Pathologist is a ticket to being able to get a job that could pay you potentially $70,000 a year. I'm glad you invested in your education.
My respect to Eric, who shares the pizza with people who're also struggling. Hope he already moved into a nice place, working in a nice office. If not, I'm sure there must be a perfect job position for Eric in those big tech companies. Please hire Eric.
It sounded like it was more about burnout and the like. Maybe a small tech company? I feel that burnout is one of the biggest issues with work these days.
In 2019, 43 million people in the United States lived below the poverty line, twice as many as it was fifty years before. 1.5 million children were homeless, three times more than during the Great Depression in the 1930s. Entire families are tossed from one place to another to work unstable jobs that barely allow them to survive. In the historically poor Appalachian mining region, people rely on food stamps for food. In Los Angeles, the number of homeless people has increased dramatically. In the poorest neighborhoods, associations offer small wooden huts to those who no longer have a roof.
It’s not getting better. It seems to be getting worse.
I live in a card board box under a bridge in chicago. People donate food sonetimes. But the 100 degree heat and cold winters its bad. People die on the street all the time
You are wrong about your assessment of America, Trump and we don't appreciate you lying.
Blame Obama and Biden. They are fleeting America.
@@tinydanceryoutubeare you aware of the homelessness problem in America?
@@tinydanceryoutube lil bro you just said homeless people don't exist...
If you have a family that loves you, a few good friends, food on the table, and a roof over your head. You are wealthier than most people.
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 facts my family would never let me be homeless
this is so true. i've been homeless before and had to sleep in my car and in a tent..i hope to god i never end up in thattt situation again, but with no family, as i was a ward of the state....anything could happen very easily causing anyone in my position to become homeless.
@@hannahtolley1793 Glad that you were able to dust off and rise again. This life is full of challenges. Family is a strong support system. Keep your head high and believe you shall never be back in that situation again ever.
Amen
Exactly
I hate when people say that people like this deserve what has happened to them. Being born in a bad place, or having an injury, having some bad luck, or missing one rent payment is not grounds for having your entire life destroyed.
It’s called self awareness and responsibility and respect for yourself all you did just now is give out excuses on why people can live the way they do or not change because of stipulations lol
@@AM-vg2wq it always has been. We were never meant to live like this.
I could not agree more. Sometimes it really is not there fault. Illiness, disability, loss of income, ect. It can and does happen.
@@BendItMakeItClap69 maybe when you grow up and get out into the real world you'll understand
They need to buck up and get tough, i did it so can anyone,
I lived in my car with my son for 4 years, my heart weeps for ANYONE in this situation. I’m working hard so I can be apart of the change for the good in the world.
@@kurger100 🙄 You don’t even know the reason😂. Bless your heart.
@@kurger100 At least she owns a car there's probably a lot worse stories.
I'm assuming you get comments like conservative's all the time, but I am so thankful you made it out and are a positive individual. You deserve all the happiness in the world. You are very strong! regardless what anyone says. Its easy and cowardly to judge on the internet.
@@ashleys5754 Yes, I do get many comments like that. However, I do receive beautiful comments like yours and I appreciate that. Thanks you for the love, it was just a hard period in my life but I’v learned and prevailed and now I want to help others like me.
@@kurger100 Not a helpful comment given that you don't know what her situation was. The fact that in the US we don't do a better job of protecting people and providing a social safety net is an obscenity. I'm an attorney, I've worked very hard to get here and I'm aware that luck is a component in everyone's life no matter how hard they work. The woman in the video was married and works hard. Where is the protection for her? For others like her?
I am a dental assistant in Germany and seeing the dentist working and also the dentures being made and given to her made me cry - I feel sooo sorry for them and I am totally touched by the thankfulness she shows , here we will take it for granted but wow it humbled me
We actually have free healthcare, called Medicaid, for the poor disabled. It doesn’t include dental, though. Dental is overlooked here. Even gainfully employed people who have medical and dental insurance (dental is a separate insurance) pay a lot for dental because the insurance doesn’t cover much. I don’t understand it because bad dental health can lead to other medical issues. My son is disabled and I have paid for a lot of his dental care because I can, thankfully. All of that said, this video seems skewed. There are a lot of things here that I don’t agree with. There are a lot of services available here for poor and working poor people. We mostly have a problem with not everyone being able to access affordable healthcare. Even the “affordable healthcare act” that was passed with Obama, medical insurance is expensive. It’s a law now that everyone must have insurance but it’s very expensive unless your poor and has high deductibles so a lot of people who have this insurance can’t afford to use it. The Affordable Healthcare Act” did make it so that insurance companies can’t deny coverage to people with pre-existing conditions, but then the insurance is to expensive with the high deductibles that cause people to still not seek treatment because they have to pay out of pocket to meet that deductible before the insurance will cover. The government needs to do a better job to make medical care affordable and accessible to all. You either have to be poor or have a job with good insurance. Anyone in between suffers.
@@JacqueScherrerTrump says he wants to end MedicAid. What’s going to happen then to these poor people?
Dental cover not included is an atrocity, but its the damn "dental industry " who is a gold mine that controls the lack of availability of dental cover for medicaid and medicare in Australia.
Dentists in those part of the world earn insane amounts and protect their business.
Makes me sick to the stomach, as dental health is most important for anyone's wellbeing.
Its an outrage, its an exapmple of how medical profession has become a tool fir making money , there is no hippocratic oath anymore, just plainly m ake more money.
So they can buy another yacht. @@JacqueScherrer
Yeah the USA great for rich folks only. Now with Trump democracy dead.
The fact that Eric was very well employed but developed a health problem and then on temporary unemployment had to cover the cost of ridiculously expensive medical treatments by himself; eventually burned through all his savings and was left homeless is an absolute testament to how broken the American healthcare system is.
The republicans want to keep it that way.
It's not broken for the rich.
the healthcare Ive worked in for 43 yrs is horribly expensive do to the lawsuits, insurance and govt regulations that make it so burdensome. Plus having to treat anyone that walks through the doors that aren't even citizens of this country, then they divvy it up and put it on the bills of those that can pay
@@sandhiller49 It always impresses me how uneducated some healthcare workers are.
None of that is why healthcare is so expensive
It's weird how quite some people in the US do not feel nice about people having to live in this situation, yet also think socialism is a bad thing. Socialism is about dividing money in a fairer way, so that one can live a normal life when working 7 days a week. And even when working 5 days a week.
What gets me is when people who are WORKING, often FULL TIME, are homeless. And the concept of major medical issues in your life, JUST ONCE, causing poverty for the rest of your life, is absurd.
Sadly all true. This is America.
@@JWHealing Thats not just America. Thats the entire world. Inflation like crazy everywhere.
The rich are getting richer, and the working class can barely afford a roof over their heads.
And its getting worse by the hour.
i waited 34 years to have a procedure done as i didnt want to lose my home over the costs , im married and i figured if it kills me fine but im making sure my wife gets the property . i would say more but , doxxing.
@@nedkelly2035 True.
In the 60s/70s an average craftsman could afford to buy a house, 2 cars and still go on holiday 2 times a year. And the wife didnt even have to work and could care for the kids.
Today me and my wife (both engineers with a degree with a full time job, I even got a second job self employed) in a so called first world country and we could barely afford to buy a house 2 years ago.
Its crazy how much things changed.
@@Chris-yy7qc SO RIGHT! I grew up in a mill town (school years were 1959-1972), and what you described was exactly the situation. None of the moms in the neighborhood had jobs, though a few might have done a LITTLE of something like baking pies or cakes to sell or maybe something like making alterations to clothes, just to make a bit extra, but generally speaking, there was ONE household income most of the time only 40 hours per week. AND this was in non union jobs where we lived, which also provided on the job training. Our high school even had job skills classes that trained students for the work they would be applying for a graduation. A lifetime with the same company, fair pension, no worries. The biggest company in town was locally owned, and though the owners were millionaires, they were not BILLIONAIRES, which is probably a big part of the difference. Also they had they attitude of "Let's see if we can hire a few more people this year" rather than "Let's see how many jobs we can cut"
Maria is the greatest example of making something out of nothing. Despite not having much she still keeps her car and hereself clean. I lover her spirit she is a fighter.
So totally agree ,it is amazing .Great Lady 🤗
A few rare who doesnt deserve the rough end of the table. But I am sure she will work her way out. There is a reason she is also keeping herself well and healthy.
Kind people should be helping her with her basic needs.
Yeah, she is 💪
Shes so well kept
The most chilling line is "most of them work."
I asked myself but how it’s this possible if they work they making money there not a room for rent?
@@elizamary28rent is extremely expensive in this inflation world
Currency debasement created by central banks, Federal Reserve. Situation is worsening daily.
Facts 100%
Women fought for this .
One would think ourlives would be great yaay we have money and then you end up sleeping inside of a car , where anyone can attack you .
How on earth she can sleep soundly and peacefully without fearing for her life.
So many people don't realise how quickly things can turn upside down for you. The place where I had been working at for years was bought and most of the staff who were 21+ were fired, I was left unemployed with no way to pay rent. Finding a job was extremely difficult and I could not keep up with rent, landlord was not understanding and so I had to break my lease and leave. Thankfully I had family I could rely on a few hours away who I stayed with until I got back on my feet, but not everybody has that support system, and if I hadn't I would be homeless. Nobody deserves this. Nobody chooses this.
🥺🥺🥺🥺 Yes!!!!!!
I’m on the verge of having to either end my lease or break it. I have zero way of paying rent. When you broke your lease did it destroy your credit?
No savings?
So true
Some people do choose it though. I know people who choose that. But they’re definitely not the majority.
It made me tear up to see Eric share the pizza he gets with the other people he lives around. He has next to nothing and still shares what little he does have to help others. You will truly never meet someone more kind, generous and selfless than a person living in poverty. God bless him.
The people in that scene were all fat. Strange fact, the poorer you are, the fatter you generally are.
This is usually the case.
When people suffer, they often learn empathy for others who are suffering. That is a sign of good character!
Those who owns the least are the ones who shares the most.
I am from a third world country ..poverty is nothing new to me..
That is why I cherish my existence here in a wealthy economy like that of America.. yeah.. hmmmm..
I remember being homeless shortly after turning 18 and getting kicked out. I will never forget how I felt hearing "There are no shelters for just men. God bless you and good luck." from over 10 different shelters and churches. I will never forget how quickly it gets cold when the sun sets during winter. I will never forget how temptingly warm the first dumpster was. I will never forget how I felt the first time I had to truly beg for my survival. I will never forget the first time I met the first dog I've ever had in my life, two strays surviving together on this cold, barren rock. I'll never forget how I felt the day my wolf didn't wake up with me. I will never forget my anger that kept me alive and warm throughout it all.
Much love from Sweden ❤️
That was well-expressed!
jesus! hope you're ok now man 👍
Wow, you're good at writing! You should think in a book with those stories! It warmed my heart! A hug from Portugal
Bravo man! Whao!
The fact that Maria still has the brightest smile I have ever seen absolutely brings me to tears. What. A. Winner!
She laughs! I love her!
Those people giving out meals are being absolute humans. So nice to see people helping people.
if you cant get ssdi or ssi then you need to be 62 to get soc security so you need a disability if youger ssi dosent pay much really soc service mst house you if your homeless and apply but if you work you hav e to pay but usually rent too high
It is nice
Yes I Personally think that The Persons)
That Give Food To Others Have The Best Heart...SomeTimes Families know The Broblems you Have' And Not One Of Them Visit And Help.
Not Even With a
Loaf of Bread.... I Personally know This And Felt It In My Skin..So A Big Thankyou For The Help. It Is Marvelous Thankyou God.🙏💙❤💔💔😥😥😥😥😥😥
@@rogerrosen2323 Actually idont understand ssc word please !gethin it understand me!probrrty insmeriva I dont believe that anyway.please help me
@@jannatulbahar6207 tell me what you need to know where are you now
Maria broke my heart for real, she’s just pushing on man, trying to be as positive as possible and I can’t explain how much I respect her and other people like her for that. Keep on keeping on.
I imagine she is going to have more than a few pretty pennies in the bank after working and sleeping in her van for over a year. No rent or utility bills. Of course there are expenses on the streets as well. She'll be able to buy a nice RV outright or move to another state and buy some property with alittle land.
@@texn9326 Provided her employer doesn't see this documentary and fire her because she can no longer be e-Verified due to no permanent address. Living in your car = homeless.
Why trying to fight against the cleptocracy keeping things this way, when you can just stay positive and grind, pretending as if this is just the natural order of things!!!!
You mean she cannot get a caregiver live in Job in America? At least it would give her a room and food. My thoughts…
@@anniquematipa107 Your thoughts are good, that temporary solution makes a lot of sense.
I will never take the comforts of my life for granted. Living in a state with one of the highest costs of living, it’s too easy to end up in a situation like this.
You have to praise the Lord because there are many who are suffering
@@fabriceirakoze6182 Fabrice Irakoze
Right because the lord prevents people from experiencing homelessness...
@@fabriceirakoze6182 nothing to do with the lord it’s to do with evil and greed on this planet
leave the state
Yes the US barely has a social state and simple things like a medical accident can ruin your life. Europe is just pacing away regarding a social state
I have been homeless. I had two strokes on the same day. I couldn't work. I lost my house to back taxes. I bought it with cash. I thank God for all the kind people who helped me. I did get disability in the end but that was after I lost everything. The strokes left me completely paralyzed on my left side and 50% on my right side. I lost 50 pts off my IQ. I don't worry about what I don't have. I am incredibly grateful for what I do have. I am only as disabled as I let myself be. It is love that has the ability to overcome all obstacles. Always let love be your guide!
respect and really good life travels for you going forward ❤️
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I’m crying.. I hope everything gets better for you soon 🤍
God bless you Lisa❤❤❤❤
@@norway963 thank you for your kind words. I am most definitely blessed. It is the difficulties in life that are catalysts for personal and spiritual growth. I am most content and grateful for all the blessings in my life. I met my husband after the strokes . Being grateful is the true key to happiness. The thing I value most in this life is the freedom to be myself. The thing I am most proud of is I had the strength to be myself. Always be unapologetically authentically you and dance through this life like no one is watching.
Love & light 🌄
L
Remember. You are always closer to becoming homeless than becoming a billionaire. Have some class solidarity.
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The "American Dream" is dead.
Biden and Harris have brought 11 million illegals into our country along with tons of fentanyl. This film ignores this tragedy.
True... esp when there is natural disasters happening..
@@janedupree2327 So Trump is the answer ?
This documentary was made in 2019! After the pandemic I can't even imagine how much worse it must have gotten. Sooo many people lost their jobs and livelihoods.
I was literally about to say this. I once was ignorant thinking that people who were homeless got there by they’re choice but sooner than later realized the big picture. It’s not much, but every winter we get a group of people together on our Harley’s and ride to local homeless setups and give out free clothes and stuff they can use.
I'd seen it before as well. Why'd they republish it as if it is new though?? Hmmm....
They shouldnt blame the economy on Tmp...those far above our president have been planning this mess for a long time. Really ridiculous. Not crazy about him other than the fact he really had made strides forward reguardless of the left doing all they could to stop him.
@@4door_vette04 That is the great work you are doing. Remarkable act. I will request you people work on empowering people too so that they can live a dignified life and create resources of their own.
@@futureperfect1034 I try. After growing up and having a family I realized how quick things could go south for anyone really. So I try my best to help where I can. It might not seem like a lot to some people, but to others even that little bit is a lot to them.
"Got money for wars but can't feed the poor"
It's infuriating and spirit-breaking.
Biden sent money to Ukraine.
yea thats why it was so nice Trump didnt start any new wars like every other president in my life.
Yes, you need wars and advanced weapons to keep petrodollar and US dominance in the world so that US citizens can continue with their comfortable lifestyle. Remember that you're buying oil from Gulf states with your paper (US dollar). If you don't have the technology and weapons, you will have to actually work and export goods for that gasoline like the rest of the world.
@Anonymous u have no chance finding out if you can't even copy the word correctly to start with 😂
Got money for Ukraine, Iran, and illegal border sneaks but nothing for Americans.
Holy cow! At 14 yo, I moved from Santa Monica to Roanoke, VA and now I live in Richmond! I cannot believe how much I’ve learned in this video. I’m gobsmacked and saddened by it all.
My heart breaks for this dear lady, Maria. She still smiles with all she is going through. My love and prayers are with her.
For Maria not the other black lady.
Actually, you are homeless when you live in your car. I, too, live in my car, and I live in Miami, Florida, USA. I've paid more in efficiencies (paying rent in an illegal apartment) pretty much paying landlords their mortgage. My efficiency went from 900.00 a month to 1200.00. It literally took me less than 10 steps from my kichenette to the front door.
@oscarandrews2095 why live In California or Miami ? Not passing judgment at all but why not live in a cheaper city?
God bless her.
@@oscarandrews2095Get on rental assistance at Social Services Get steady job and rent room in Hollywood Florida maybe cheaper
This is making me physically sick to my stomach. I was homeless for 2 years and couch surfed the whole time. Not only was it humbling, it taught me who REALLY loved me and who did not. It taught me some hard, valuable lessons. I still have nightmares about it. I literally have nightmares about it. My God. This has got to stop. There's no help out there for single people. I couldn't find any help.
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I agree 👍 but we need to look at how poor folks on the low end of the socio-economic scale vote, who they vote for, and what they're voting for 🤔 Not saying they vote against their interest or circumstances, but they're likely voting to help 🤕 the rich 🤑 instead of people like themselves!
@@jeep19 How are you doing?
Life is about survival period. With over 8 billions people and only so much inhabitable land. We do not have very long to live due to desertification, deforestation, global warming, savage storms, massive pollution, drought, dwindling crop yields, shrinking water tables. diseased crops, sun baked crops. low supplies of fertilizers, shrinking diesel supplies and economic warfare and millions of acres of farmland has been sold to China and they will send those food crops to their own people and leave us high and dry. Your traitorous government could care less if we starve. They serve money not the dumbed down sheep they rule over and can enslave and tax in so many ways. After all, population control is their top agenda. Millions will die and this pill is far to hard for the dumbed down sheeple to swallow.
No one will help you. Let's face it, this is the case in capitalist countries. In the eyes of the capitalist government, the poor are just the source of war or cheap labor. Generally speaking, capitalists are not in anything but money!
The fact that rummaging through a garbage can is considered stealing is mind blowing. Homeless people have every obstacle in the world to overcome with little to no help. And we’re all closer to living the same life they are than we think.
It was tragicomical to hear. Like the pinnacle of the American "muh property" mentality. Even the garbage is a property and criminal to touch.
In some places is illegal to feed the homeless. Now even an act to help people is against the law.
What blows my mind is the wasted food and other items that are brand new found in dumpsters behind stores is destroyed to keep people from getting them. we are filling up land fills because people are greedy and wasteful.
And heartless@@RandiRavenscroft
People forget they also take cans and bottles for money so they are actually helping
I saw this once and it really broke my heart because I remember when I was without work for 2 years and I lost everything....thank God I had purchased a small home from a friend for my daughter and that is where I had to move to....and believe me many people are still living like this to this day....All I can do is continue to pray for our country. May God bless us all.
Her idea of "continuing order" is very awesome. Just because your living situation changes, doesn't mean your life ideals need to change. She's still a worker and maintaining some discipline. Very hard to stay motivated
But I still wanna pursue living in LA for Brad PITT And see him and hug him and might kiss him until underneath wohoo
This is so true, I like how you worded this! There’s so many people who lose their homes and just lose motivation to work and do other daily tasks (which is understandable 😞). She’s inspiring for still working hard no matter her living situation
Just like Jordan Peterson says it... at least CLEAN UP YOUR ROOM
At least she doesn't have her small children with her. :( That REALLY kills me when I see ppl at Walmart on the grass with a sign AND their 3 kids!
The politicians in CA have let people down that is why people are leaving.
I recently lost my apartment that I had for 4 1/2 years... I was homeless and sleeping at my band mates floor and eventually his car ( I lost mine). My boss found out that I was doing all of this and he let me stay in a hotel room (I work at the Hilton Garden Inn at a fancy restaurant inside of it) luckily I have great bosses and co workers. I was hiding this from them but this summer heat was brutal. Tonight is my 3rd day in the Hotel room. I'm from Southern California and moved out on my own to Utah and have been here for 5 years. So it's a blessing to be in this hotel room as I type this. I still feel mentally numb, being homeless does affect your mental state. I lost a lot of stuff that I accumulated all of those years in my apartment even my fiancée who I was going to marry, my cats and furniture. But I was helped by my band mates and boss. My best advice is to be honest with people and let them know, my ego and pride had me hiding this from my job and family. Till the front desk manager found out. Tonight I have a bed to sleep on.
how did the manager find out about your homeless situation?
I'm glad you got this generous help until you can stand on your own feet again. All the best ❣️
As a non-American the fact that it is legal to start evicting someone after 5 days in arrears and evictees are held at gunpoint is ~wild~
that depends on the state. if it's a state run by republicans, sure that will happen. in states run by democrats, it can take many months, and things will be biased toward keeping the tenant in the housing.
@@perfectallycromulent WRONG..it's not Republicans or Democrats, it's pure GREED. Landlords come from both parties.. typical liberal!
@@fenris042 it's not about the landlords, it's about the law. you can't evict a tenant fast in Massachusetts where I live.
@@perfectallycromulent it's both, laws and landlords.
I own now for years, Landlords have always had a one up on tennants in most States. Sure a few have tennant laws to protect tenants, but landlords choose to evict very fast regardless. Little sympathy sadly.
@@fenris042 Take the same greedy landlord and put him in a state with a very strict eviction regulations that favors landlord vs a state with a very strict eviction regulations that favor tenants, the time it takes to evict a tenant will be very different even though the same greedy landlord is trying to evict.
Is that so hard to understand?
And republicans absolutely hate poor people. They were the ones against the extension of eviction moratorium.
Elvis II - Another King - thank god for people like you and what you do. Brought me tears, again!!!
I am from the Netherlands and this is so shoking to watch. I feel so grateful for being born in a country that takes care of the ones unable to work due to health issues!!!!
One of the best places on the planet to be living nowadays. Norway as well. Probably all those Nordic countries. The Far East as well but the language and customs are difficult for people from the West. You people are like Orca!
Im Australian and yeah thank god for not being an American
Americans make much more money than the dutch though, so it seems it's not working that great for you guys.
For example, the average american CS worker makes twice as much as the dutch one
america build no midrises so we have nowhere to live, everything is just single family homes for rich white capitalists and everyone else has to go suck an egg because money is first and foremost
@@peludogameplaysmachopeludo3506 yes but they spend less overall, americas suburban lifestyle is extremely unsustainable and is subsidized by the cities and costs more utilities per mile than any other type of development, also they dont go broke if they get injured
I thought I'm poor living in a third world country, but watching this documentary I think I'm very very ok where I am.
Americans have tried to stop the progress of many developing countries by sanctions and bullying, they deserve this and worse.
Africa we are not poor them are poor.
Being poor here sucks and contrary to popular belief most of us work really hard.
@@jessicab331 yh I know, I have lots of friends and family there. Looks like the system is rigged against the majority of people. A student loan is one of the things that sets people back.
@@maria_mutondioriginal5 you aren’t poor because you’re scamming people
Been homeless in the USA and it's the worst experience of my life, everyone immediately thinks you're on drugs, diseased, and a horrible person.
I had just lost my wife and family, had literally nothing left. Had to claw my way back up slowly with my own hands. I may be a foreigner who was born here but America isn't the paradise people think it is.
I'm an American and I agree with what you said.
I’m an American raised in the black inner-city of Los Angeles ghettos. I decided that working hard and applying what I learned through a partial college education, will get me a decent life in any economy in the U.S., and that has been the case for me and others! American success is up to the individual. I wasn’t going to wait for the government’s help! YES - I have also been faced with homelessness! It is what you make it to be and how hard you are willing to struggle through!
I don't think most of the world think of the USA as a "paradise" anymore.
@@dani3po 💯
The USA needs to live at least 30 years under socialism, this will help to put itself in order, improve social living conditions, raise the standard of living of the lower strata of the population and get rid of the cult of money and profit by the rich strata
this is heartbreaking! And those people work so many hours. Here in Belgium 1500 wage would be more than enough to live in an appartment by yourself
I'm not rich or poor, but after watching this video, I feel so blessed for what I have. 🙏
Why we need more and more illegal people? Making more problems .
I live in an aged mobile home and I have my garden. If I could help someone I would but most around me are druggies and it wouldn't be safe. If I had a Maria I would share my home with her.
So what exactly are you John Smith?
@@koiregerardpaul1318 middle class
@@koiregerardpaul1318 I have a roof over my head, have food when I'm hungry. Enough money when I needed. Very comfortable at this point.
This is from 2019 and things are so much worse today. Cost of groceries are insanity.
I've heard the rich go well with barbecue sauce
God thank you for blessing the helpers in Jesus name Amen ❤❤❤❤
@@gailgreen1595 tf?
Price of meat is insane, everything else really isn’t all that expensive if you shop at the right stores.
It is global since covid. Not just in the USA.
i am financially poor. Experienced homelessness in South Florida and it was a wake up call that changed me. I had achieved a bachelors degree. Have no criminal past, drug abuse, nor mental disabilities to speak of(my friends may disagree lol). Life happens and I had to adjust. I had a job and a car so I was fortunate and grateful for that. I got a PO Box and put my belongings in storage. I'm not even sure why I am sharing this. But i hope if you find yourself in a similar situation understand that there is a way out. It took me over 4 months but I was able to climb out slowly. Key things... I maintained a very positive outlook. I still worked out at the park. Went swimming. listened to music. read books. and went out for walks. I maintained my personal hygiene as best possible and on my down days I didn't make any poor choices that could make things worse. Stay up.. and fight the good fight. If you persist and remain positive the experience will change you for the better.
persistence in the face of adversity is the key
Well I think a job might help along with the persistance
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Avoiding a criminal record in South Florida , you must be a saint lol but fr tho congrats shout out 954
Maria's husband should have been homeless instead of her ! She's such a seeet lady
This video powerfully illustrates the harsh realities of poverty that many face daily. It's crucial for us to raise awareness and take meaningful action to support those in need. Together, we can work towards creating a fairer and more compassionate world for everyone.
I will never get tired of hearing about the complexities of the human life. I can't understand those who reduce each other to black and white; no room for grey. Documentaries like these really do help keep me aware and understanding, as well as sad and careful.
Same I watch as many of these as I can find. I’ve watched this one twice now.
The reason some people's perspectives are extreme black or extreme white with no contrast in between is denial and/or ignorance. It is 100% lack of knowledge or education of the situation though.
Once you experience something 1st or 2nd hand, you sympathize or empathize for the situation. It's selfish if you ask me. I empathize for everyone everywhere. I can't help it. I feel for people.
They should never be room for lukewarm for sure. Black and white is good because we all get to know our positions and negotiate faithfully. Grey areas are the worst because there in comes severe deceit, killing, whoring, stealing, all kinds of vile sins. Grey areas are kin to motivational speeches perhaps now perceived as reality; yet the people with resources keep playing the strings.
@@Twitch_Moderator Grey areas are the worst, you are deceived if you live in them because you certainly will be demoralized to even do anything besides watch documentaries.
People act as if those folks woke up one morning n decided to be homeless. People automatically believe they're either homeless and in poverty due to laziness, addiction, lack of skill or education. Truth be told there are thousands of professionals and intellectuals out in the streets.
The housing market crash, the pandemic n the recession were all designed to siphon billions out of the system then disrupt n brake the American n world economy.
Mergers & acquisitions n shipping Jobs overseas has been going on for years and homeless n poverty are all a direct result from it.
These President's n political parties r all a big front now - they no longer work for "We the people".
We no longer have a constitution that truly protects our rights as sovereign citizen's. The 41st congress passed the District of Columbia Organic "Act of 1871" which ammendment the old constitution n separated powers n control to the newly created "THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA CORPORATION" !!!!!
The lady at the beginning is just 1 car from living on the streets. Love her positive spirit, still. Keep on fighting the good fight, lady!
That poor woman. Works so much, hard work. Then no home to go too.
Thank you for shedding light on the struggles of those facing poverty in the USA. This documentary calls for empathy and action.
Thank You Very Much to All the Makers and Assistants of this Very Important film which makes us more aware of the realities in the world of today
There’s something about seeing a family with young kids homeless that triggers both feelings of sadness and anger at the same time.
Anger is conspicuous by its absence. However miserable their situation, no one seems to be angry. Even the woman being evicted may be crying but she is not angry at the guys evicting her.
I am homeless with my 2 children. My 1 son is autistic. We stay in our van mostly but try to stay in motels when we can. Because of the kids I can't stay in the van every day. I wasn't always like this. I lived over 30 years without experiencing homelessness. Because of so many on welfare I have applied several times and even had some social workers help me but there's ALWAYS a mess up on the end of the welfare dept because they just have too many people on welfare and not enough workers to answer phones so u can easily fix something they've messed up. Instead u have to wait over 6 weeks to even find out they've messed up and then start over. And it takes all day so when u have to live day by day u don't have time to keep doing that. Then when we have emergencies I CANNOT let my kids freeze, or go hungry, or without ANYTHING they need I will sometimes have to hold a sign to ask for help. Horrible people see I have a vehicle and I'm clean and my kids are clean and say your not homeless ! Your too clean ! U got a van ! Like they don't realize that the majority of people they see asking for help are drug addicts that don't spend the $ on food or cleaning products. And I had help getting this vehicle because mine was in such bad shape it kept breaking down and because I had no credit it cost me almost $600 a month ! This newer one costed me $300 a month with my trade in van which someone helped me to pay off the last couple grand and put the vehicle in their name so the payments would be low enough. But people don't get out and ask questions. They just assume and judge and look down on others. That's not people of God ! Because People of faith don't treat others like that. But I have faith that the Lord is keeping us safe and He will help us and guide us to where we need to be. God Bless all of u going thru a hard time. The Lord is with u even when it doesn't feel like it.
Why though are we allowing more and more people to come into the country to get help if we can't help the ones we have here already ? I don't understand that logic. It's a mathematical issue ! This amount of $ and job but too many ppl for that free $ and jobs =a negative! A BIG NEGATIVE !!!
In a country this prosperous no child should have to face poverty.
In 1 year POST ROE where will 500,000 unwanted babies end up?
People who shame the homeless really don't realise its not always due to drugs and carelessness. You can be let go from a job under circumstances that weren't your fault, have no money due to this and miss rent. Then boom you're homeless. They are very real people who need very real support.
Maybe people who live out of their cars, since that takes effort to maintain. Call me crazy, but I think most of the people in those tents along the freeway overpass are just drug addicts and people who have mental issues.
@Last Chance not really, some think all homeless are like that or lazy.
Find it weird that people are so harsh against homeless people with a drug addiction, but not "homeless" middle class adults who stay with their parents and also take drugs to cope with their misplaced and lonely existence. Some people just have luckier circumstances.
She literally gave up everything for this, it was her decision, literally. She is also an idiot for living in Cali. This documentary is dog poop. MAGA? How about building back better? She probably lost this car already due to 6 dollar a gallon gas. Yep, this is Trumps fault /s.
A lot of people start using because it's so traumatizing, scary, violent, etc to live on the street. Especially if they don't have a car or anything
It's really insane how loose the term "middle class' is. If we have middle-class citizens falling into this type of position as easily as this video claims, there is something extremely wrong. Truly breaks my heart..
My family is middle-class and we've never had kids as it meant we would be living off of government assistance for 18 years. We been married for 20 years so far, so it's been a good look at our past and seen we really wouldn't have made it financially with children. At one point, if we had children, we would have been homeless ourselves. Not having children gave us that extra income for the mortgage when my husband's job shutdown in two weeks.
@@christins.1481 Goes to show you guys thought of what was best for you long term! I'm working to do the same with my fiancee, we're both 22 and want to have a family but are both finishing our grad/pa schooling to really have the income to support a child the right way. Thank you for sharing cause it makes me feel like i'm on the right track!
@@trashawnbritt4681 You're welcome.
I'm not against having children, me and my husband both grew up with stay-at-home Moms and there are benefits to one parent staying home holding down the fort - one person is running errands while the other is solely focused on the income. Then being a stay-at-home parent doesn't mean you're at home 18 years, you can go out and get a job when the kids become independent. It's hard having two parents working with an infant, both are losing sleep for the care of their child and stressing over work and Bills.
It's easier with one parent focusing on the other.
My job for over 10 years didn't have paid leave nor paid sick time. So I definitely couldn't have a baby. I could, but work wouldn't be paying me. We didn't even get paid vacations. It took a new job taking over that offered such benefits, but at that time we were racking up in hospital Bills.
This doesn't mean being rich, but having enough money to pay for your child, Bills, mortgage and not worrying if you have enough money left in the bank for food. We couldn't even afford that.
@@christins.1481 Well I wish you the best and thank you for sharing. It's definitely opened my eyes and given me a better timeline.
This is an actual phenomenon -- most like to consider themselves middle class when in fact most are working class.
Elvis is a really innovative. There are some really good people working to help. The government should help. The U.K. isn’t far behind. Not enough affordable housing. Poverty levels high. Not enough jobs or affordable food. I admire the people who have worked to help the poor.
Back twenty years ago, I worked for a national pizza chain and a local supermarket. The pizza joint had an ironclad policy about disposal of unsold or undeliverable food - the garbage. We were not technically even allowed to eat it ourselves. When corporate management found out that the night manager and I were taking this food to a local homeless shelters, we were both fired. At the supermarket I worked at, all produce that was "damaged", such as oranges that were bruised and vegetables that were a days old and not aesthetically pleasing were to be disposed of. The amount of food wasted here is staggering.
And yet people are starving.
Definitely. Same thing that happened at a Walmart I was at. Myself & the Person that was with me asked them (because we saw a huge Amount of Food behind the Store stacked on the Pavement), what happens to the Food. We mentioned that People should be able to come get it because of Starvation/Homelessness. They told us "No, we HAVE to throw it away. We have Foods that aren't even Expired yet but we HAVE to" . Told us that they were waiting on the Dump Truck to come get it. I was shocked. Sickening.
@@briasworld8 from a humanitarian point of view, food wastage is really such a crisis. But our current reality is we are govern by businesses and corporations. Food wastage is a huge liability so you will see virtually all corporations that sell food being very strict about wastage and it’s proper disposal.
KFC doesn’t want media coverage for some homeless raiding their bins and eating and getting sick from old chicken pieces. This is their viewpoint and they must protect their businesses.
Yeah food should be able to be given away but companies won't because of potential lawsuits!
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My heart breaks for this dear lady, Maria. She still smiles with all she is going through. My love and prayers are with her.
Yoo my hungry friends here in Africa also smile while just playing with rocks and eating if your lucky once a day
Hello Deb how are you doing today.
Most of those are Trump supporters 5:41
@@reggaefan2700 okay?
this is what republicans want lol. smile while being broke while making the rich, richer.
My heart goes out to these many individuals struggling with poverty.
Yes you can say that again! i feed and give food to poor people in my little community, so i know what it means to live in poverty!
Give Em Cash.
I've been disabled as a US military veteran, for 40 years.
For the past 30 years, I have been living in my car, homeless.
Your thoughts and prayers have not been helping me a bit.
Please learn to appreciate your freedom, as it is not free or cheap.
Cheato belongs in prison for tax evasion.
u white ppl havent seen poverty yet
You need to talk to your good president about all of this homelessness.he doesn't care about anyone.but,he's so worried about all the immigrants at the border!!!! Let them all in!!!! It's pretty sad to see all these poor people and children that have to live like this in America!!!! Very sad
Number 1 problem in every country is not having a job. If you have a job, you can have food on the table and pay bills to the apartment. But always aim to build a house. You should not rent for the resr of your life because renting fee is increasing every year
The way Maria laughs after she says something. So upbeat despite what she's going through. So wholesome.
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She's laughing through the pain and loneliness. That's all it is.
This is the side that they don’t want people to see when it comes to the homeless population. They say it’s mainly drug use and mental illness. They don’t show the side of those who still maintain, no drugs, and work full time! Sickening
actually poor population is as same as a billionaire for rest of the world because we just see the major image of usa which is not true and real ....its ashaming for a country who is trying to pull riens of almost all the world.
charity at home first!
@@ejazrahim4183 America don't do charity anywhere ,they give misery and take annexe resources.
Because it is due to mostly drug and mental issues.
@@amytherese8402 Some people that become homeless get high and drunk just to cope with being out there
There are working medical doctor's who are homeless, and still work... We have a high price crisis in the US
One medical disaster is all it takes... I was laid off, jobless for 10 months, no insurance. Grace of God I survived - many don't.
God bless you🙏
So sad. I enjoy my free healthcare no taking it for granted
This is why us in Europe find it odd that you don't have free medical care. Just seems normal to us. And with the phone number 111, we literally have free medical help and advice just at the end of the phone
Everyone will survive but some hard some easy.we r survivors.
@David Huberty We just have an increase in social security. Probably less than most health insurance is. Most of the World can find a way to find the money. I am a supporter of the NHS and a member of the Conservative Party in the UK. Even those on the right hate the idea of privatisation health care. It would be like the privatisation of the entire education system. You need your health more than education.
I do kind of get why it might not work in the US. I think it is more to do with expectation and culture. We don't have a suing culture here and we don't have any expectations. If things go wrong and are so slow, we understand and appreciate what we have. A lot of people do have health insurance but just like schools, it is up to you which you can afford and prefer. Though, when the Prime Minister caught Covid even he used the National Health Service.
Maria and I have similar situations. My ex and I were together 3 years. I lived in his house. At the end of the relationship it was nothing but drama, chaos and police. He paid for me to live in a hotel for a month while I searched for employment. I am now employed full time and renting a room for $450 a month. As much as I hate my job right now, and my
Life, I know I have to keep pushing forward and not give up ❤ I hope Maria is doing ok ❤
@@Wtfe2024 thank you for sharing. It can’t be easy doing that. Lemme tell you: you can do it and you’re on your way already. ❤️
How a country with a national debt of 30 trillion dollars can be called the worlds richest country is beyond me
That's the U.S. government, not the American people.
@@ericclaeyborn3600 lols.. and where does this goverment get it's money? Just a guess, I would say taxes.. that's the people yes?
if your Guvmunt owes $30 trill, its the people who will pay it.. Not the reserve/fed bank.. the people.. You are right now getting double whacked with tax, once from your income cheque, 2ndly from the Inflation they gave you.. Every one of you. are in debt for this $30 trillion.. You employ the Guvmunt.. its your Debt.. sorry if it hurts.. but truth can be like that..
Debt?? To whom?? It's All a lie politicians have all the money in their pockets,, they just don't wanna share,, greedy bastards
It’s called colonialism our government bullies third world countries
If you spent a stimulus check it’s you too! We are all screwed.
I am a Landlord in UK and I always pay around $20( £15) RENT ON TIME insurance a month for each property so even if the tenant does not pay, my agency's insurance covers it up. I don't quite understand why this cannot happen in the US.
You need a guarantor or an insurance agency paid by the tenant to rent an apartment or a house in Japan, & your guarantor's financial situation (statement of income, tax returns) is verified. Must be extremely stressful to never be sure if one's going to be able to pay next month's rent, or if or when it's going to be raised.
Idk either. The housing situation here in the states is inhumane af
UK people are more Team oriented people, Americans are not.
You say that you pay that. You do not. It's added to the cost of the rent making it worse for your tenements who pay their rent. I live in rented property and regularly go without food to pay rent
@@PINKFL0YD-s2h that is not correct. The agency I use deducts this from the rent I receive every month. I always try to be $50-100 cheaper than any landlord in my area.
I am from the Philippines. At one point, I got delayed in my apartment rent for 2 months but thank God our landlord was very considerate to give us a chance to catch up w/ the payments. My other apartment neighbor got delayed in her rent for 6 months, but we're still neighbors until now. I can't imagine being evicted after 5 days of not being able to pay. Praying for all those who are struggling, not just in the US, but all around the world. 🙏🙏🙏
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You cannot be evicted in a few days in the US. Each state is different. The quickest in any state is 2 months/60 days. This is a biased documentary.
Also: Landlords have bills to. They need to be able to pay for themselves. You have to understand that...There wouldn't be a point in owning buildings to rent out if you lose money. That would be silly.
@Behroz Zafari There will always be homeless people in EVERY country in the world. Most of the homeless here in the US are mentally ill and/or drug addicts. That's the issue. We have a lot of freedoms in the US, I would hate to live in Afghanistan. But if you have a good life I am glad! I hope everything is good over there even though Afghanistan has a LOT of issues.
We asians have humanity in our blood 🤗
Ngl, Ive seen so many foreign vloggers now settling in the Philippines. Pretty cheap cost of living, almost everywhere even the metropolitan areas is not that expensive compared to other countries. And our economy keeps on improving 🙏 long gone are the days we look up to the Americans. When I was a kid, I always told my parents I want to go to America and meet English speaking people. They seem cool, and look very different from us. Especially, the winter season! 🥺 But now, it's just sad.. I really how the new President can make their lives better again!
"Wherever there is poverty, tyranny is at work." -Abdu'l Baha
Thank you for shedding light on these issues. Too many people look down on the homeless. It can happen to anyone and at any time. People fail to realize that no one wants to live like this. Whether it be the cost of living, mental illness, or addiction, all homeless people deserve compassion.
That's why it's important that anyone who is doing okay gives to charities who help people to not become homeless. Give people, give!
Exactly until it happens to them and then they'll face the same criticism they were doing to other homeless.
Yes 👍👍👍👍
Maria’s sense of humor to a devastating situation is as great as her survival skills. Impressive!!! Hope everything works out for her!
America is a poor country and the right does not want to admit that they always talk about booming economy etcetera ...... yes for the rich. When the real economy goes bad, the economy of the rich goes very well .... and vice versa. Oh you need insulin but no money..... too bad you will die because we are actually a third world country
Maria is thicc
"I'd be complete 100% homeless. Oh no, I'd kill myself before... Just kidding"
That hit really hard because she wasn't 100% kidding
i feel like maria would be a great worker, but she is just scared. the way she talks make me feel like she doesnbt know much
@@henkholdingastate I hope you realize a lot of the states are democrat lead for decades. This has nothing to do with the 'right' as you stated.
This hits home for me. Grew up in California and seeing homes less people as well as my parents used to be homeless due to work lay offs in 2008. I pray everyone gets their peace and have their space.
No any program of their govt.
For them ....😩👀 my goodness
How about their relative???
Or just lazy ???😩😭👀🇵🇭❤️
democrats caused that when they tanked the housing market by giving loans to people they KNEW they wouldn't pay back
Praying doesn’t do the job. 😂
What we need is millions of illegals entering the country illegally to solve this problem . Just ask the Big Guy !
And the Banks stole homes which they did not own foreclosing on people and created tent cities i understand how mortgages really work Judgement day will be ugly for some people when they die they will have a rude awakening.
This is the kind of stuff that the news needs to address
@@petejones2328 indeed it should but it won’t at least not broadly enough.
I am from India
This video of US makes me realize the importance of my life and my Family.
I am the Wealthier and Happier than most of the people in the World.
I love my parents and my family ❤❤❤❤❤
Good stay in india
God bless you
@@blazer9547dude dont gotta be rude
@@blazer9547no I will migrate to us bro don't worry
@@Good-Life15xd
From watching this video I changed my perspective on America. Not everything that glitters is gold
@Sheila Keenan In which Cities does this happen? You are a damn liar!
literally if you work and make more than minimum wage, youre fine.
@Sheila Keenan So much hate in your heart, to cause you to lie like that.
@Sheila Keenan Sad that you lack knowledge and keep up the lie. So you think the that Appalachia is crawling with illegals? Our blame game is has only caused our demise. Hard to change the problem if you can't acknowledge the real cause.
Indeed . It is not just America anymore that can offer better opportunities
Lived in my car for 2 years while going to college and working 2 jobs. I had been kicked out of my home because I broke my ankle and wasn’t able to work, couldn’t pay the rent. I felt okay though, living in my car. Was thankful for the roof and the transportation. I had a gym membership at Planet Fitness, I worked out but mostly needed it for the 24/7 shower and other amenities. Thankful for that too. Ended up getting a restaurant job where I saved money on food because they kept me fed. Made enough money to finally get my own place but I ended up dropping out of college to work at the restaurant full time because it was good money and helped me find a home. I regret not finishing college, but, I’m thankful for the journey. I wouldn’t be where I am if it had been different. I’m in a happy place finally and I feel like I earned it.
Hey, just read this and was really touched by what you wrote, not just the difficulty you faced but how greatful you remained for what you did have going for you in your life at that time. I dont think I would have been able to remain as positive as you in those circumstances. Happy to hear that you are in a happy place now and that there is feeling that you really earned it.
Maybe you can do classes online to finish college? Possibly you can use the computers at an unemployment office or library.🥰
DO NOT REGRET dropping out. University is a business and when people believe that Uni is the only way to go, the Uni's love that. Get skills and experience like I did. That's what jobs look for, not some paper from some shiny big school. Save your money, stress and time from major disappointment. If you're going back to college, get certificates to what you want to do. Stay safe and good luck..
College is overrated. There are many jobless ppl with useless college degrees paying paying back their student loans who never had a job with their college degree
I am one of them.
Be happy you escaped the college trap and student loan debt that eats your heart out...
Thank you all so much! I hope that everyone can find their own happy place as well
I wonder how many people in LA who had houses burnt wish they would have been nicer to that guy now.
When she "joked" about unaliving herself I know she really means it. You dont joke like that if you havent contemplated 💕 stay strong queen
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I would let her live with me.
I agree, As a 2 time suicide attempter I can see it written all over her. Thing is, if she cries wolf too many times, she will be ignored.
I absolutely came to see if anyone thought that as well, it's so sad that at the end of the day the only real for sure contingency plan to fall back on.
It’s called suicide. She was not kidding. You’re not helping by using words like “unaliving”. It. Is. Called. Suicide. And. She. Meant. It.
It’s always sad to see. I grew up poor my whole life and slept in a laundry mat for a little while so I understand what they are going through in this video. Also people that judge please realize it can happen to more people than you think a month of no paychecks could destroy the average family
When I walked along the Apalachian trail, I lived in a tent as a homeless person for six months. But it was damn good.
@@perisher1976 I hope you had moments of warmth and comfort not going cold through the night ❤️
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America politician should save there people
@Ernie Hettinger yup it amazes me how fast things can change in a blink of an eye. One email can destroy your livelihood
Basically it can happen to everybody. God bless those who are homeless. I hope and pray their lives will improve for the better.
*Biboy Doce* It can't happen to everybody.
That’s what people love to say, yet it always seems to happen to people who make poor choices.
Yes! It can happen to all of us. God bless. No judgmental. Nothing guarantee in Life. Amen
@@kimberlyjohnson7961 Not true! We are the product of our decisions, not of our circumstances. Learn it, love it, live it!
Nobody plans on illness or disability, life could be going along fine then an illness or disability or loss of job and can’t find new one before getting evicted, just sayin
What a wonderful man Eric is to have made deal with local pizza places, picking up pizzas every day and sharing with others in his shared parking lot. Blessings 🙏 for all of them.
He should probably give away most of that until he is no longer morbidly obese.
Yeah he's making them all sicl
Proverbs 10:4 "He who has a slack hand becomes poor, But the hand of the diligent makes rich."
@@ronsagolili3737I guess you didn’t hear the narrator say Eric used to work 50 hrs a week but got sick. There is no safety net for a person like Eric sick but too young for social security. I hope he is working on getting disability. Jesus Christ says to feed the poor not punish them for being sick.
Maybe put a jar out for donations as well ❤️🙏
All I can say is that, God bless every single person who volunteers, gives free food and helps in any way... I think I needed to watch this documentary.. .it is a reality check for me...the message is simple, if you can help, no matter how little, please help. what seems little to you is a mountain to someone else. #LetsBeBetterHumans
I agree! The smallest donation could be someone’s dinner
the whole system needs to change. individual efforts and charity shouldnt be the lifeline for a failing society.
The rich are the problem
thank you 🙏🏽 GOD IS VERY PLEASED WITH HELPING OTHERS IN NEED IMAGINE THIS WORLD IF EVERYONE CAN HELP EACHOTHER👏🏽👏🏽❤️❤️❤️ im praying for us all
So true, that is a great realization, that hit me too.
The problem is getting bigger every day. People need to understand that they are one catastrophic event away from finding themselves in this situation - job loss, medical emergency, change in relationships ... Be well, everyone.
AND stay educated. Pay attention, to the job markets and what is needed. Blue collar jobs are in huge demand, training is free in most instances.
The problem is the absolute lack of social support in the US. Student loans, healthcare etc. ruin peoples lifes forever. The social state is just outdated
@@IzayaTijisPrincess the US experienced major reform with "The New Deal". Programs which we still rely on today, unfortunately they were not intended to last as long without being updated to reflect and react to changes in our economy and society. It seems as if our government stopped being for the people and instead supports corporation conglomerates. I don't know much worse things will need to get before people demand revolution.
@@alexasaltz4229 Its just the absolute peak of capitalism. Everyone has to pay fot everything and is left on his own. Ofc Im capitalist aswell but I think u see what Im trying to say. If u can pay u live good, If u cant, u dont. As a german this is unbelievable, the poor get free flats, eating tickets, social support, job searching support, free healthcare, free education on any level etc.
@@IzayaTijisPrincess I am German born! However I have lived in the US since I was 7. I still tend to hold Euro-centric ideals. A country can only be as successful if its citizens are healthy and happy. Of course neither is guaranteed in life, however efforts to make it so is invaluable.
In my youth, and due to several addictions, I was thisclose of becoming homeless. My heart goes to all hard working people in that situation. Tough life, and I hope they find a solution to their problem. Ironically, work became my therapy, and for many years, I found working everyday kept me safe from me.
@@talivato thank you for sharing your story and good vibes for you.
Lord forgive me for all the times I complained about not having food, spending monet, and materialistic things. Having shelter is the greatest blessing and I will not take it or my parents for granted, especially after working myself I see hardship is everywhere. God bless our homeless- if only our “leaders” actually wanted to help
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Come to Pakistan you will stay with me for all life free .no worry. I m alone
I am grateful to God.
@@businesslife6548 Nobody is going to Pakistan.
AMEN MY DARLING AMEN 🙏🏿
Reminds me of back when I worked a full-time, minimum wage job. I split a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment with 3-4 other people. Money was so tight, I could only afford to eat every 2-3 days. I lost 80lbs in about 6 months. I am beyond grateful I was able to move above that point in life. My heart goes out to all of those who are struggling in life.
u know there's food banks community gardens rescue missions in every city no reason to "starve" in amerika
@@banrap9369 I preferred to leave those resources to people less fortunate than I was at the time.
@@banrap9369 I'm not here to brag about whose had it worse. I was simply sharing a memory. I was employed and renting an apartment. I felt too entitled to ask for food, so I went without.
@@banrap9369 I'm happy to hear that. I hope you are doing better in life now.
@@DurhamCurse nah im homeless again lmao cause i was moved into a rental next to a trap house apt got more peace & sleep under the bridge
Maria is one of the most level headed strong homeless individuals I’ve ever seen. God bless her I wish I could’ve helped her with a place to live and shower so sad
There's a lot of us out there.
She is driving quite an expensive vehicle.
@@mikevideo79 a sienna, im guessing 2011-2014, LE trim, the lowest. Maybe she got some money or the car for settlement divorce.
@@mikevideo79 It's not that expensive.. She is living in it so a 97 Ford Windstar with 280,000 miles about to die might make things all the worse. Living in her van. Damn.
I have a 70 year old guy friend lives out his van like Maria and like you said he also is super level headed one of the most wholesome ppl I met and he taught me a lot more then anyone I know … one of his sayings he says dig deep and keep the faith when I told him man I’m feeling lost feels like he know all the answers I know no one does but he got a lot of knowledge
I feel for Maria knowing it can happen to me too. But glad her Bed and comfort spot looks relaxing and comfortable. 🙏🏾🌷
Being homeless off and on for a long time, I empathize. Not every person is a bum or a drug user or have mental health issues. I lived in a dysfunctional home for the first part of my life and when my folks both died the family pretty much scattered apart so I became without any kind of support. I could work here and there but only enough to get by and wound up on the streets for a long time. With the right help, I got into an apartment and get disability now thank God. To those out there who are having it hard, things will turn out. Hang in there and have faith.
Allow me to raise a glass over the Internet for you good sir 🍻 cheer!
And to many years of stability and attainable wealth to you!
God bless you 💜
@@bridgettorres1982 Thank you
Does having one of the aforementioned issues make someone’s plight anymore justified?
I agree. You have to keep trying and do not just give up. Keep reaching out for help!
recently my family have been asked to leave the house we've lived in for 10+ years. my father and i have no idea where we're going to go when we're kicked out in september. right now we're relying on the kindness of friends who can offer us a place to stay. my heart goes out to everyone who was featured in this video, i hope their circumstances change for the better soon.
you have time to make a plan, and save every penny you can. if you have to, improvise.
why leave?
I pray that God makes a way for you and your Dad! Blessings to you and family!
@@cuprunnethover2509 forget about god. that stuff does not cut it these days. People need to stay positive and keep grinding - "the human spirit will prevail". never give up and never give in. good luck.
@@siggifreud812 oh you just wrong the worst statement ever. How can you forget about God when you are breathing His air? Okay... Prayers for you! Be blessed!
Those police officers drawing their guns to evict someone is everything that is wrong with policing in America. When I was younger I was always taught that police would never draw a gun unless they intend to use it. How are you gonna shoot somebody just for being poor?
The job of police in a capitalist society is first and foremost to protect property followed by maintaining order (not peace or "justice", or "public service") so that business can be easily and efficiently conducted.
@@Moosemoose1 We live in a police-state.
@@zumacraig Exactly! And what are the police protecting? The property of the wealthy
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damn, that scene really got me - it's so messed up
Watching docus really humbles you, doesn't it?
I'm learning a lot.
9:17
I'm new to the workfield, it'll be just a year since I was employed and I am also overworking myself. Well, I gotta find the balance or else I'mma reap the cons of overworking.
good luck to you on your travels of life :)
The whole part with the teeth really got to me because I've been in a similar situation of needing dental care really badly but not being able to afford it. The fear eats away at you, she was crying tears of relief.
That got me too. They say us Brits have bad teeth lol, but if they were here all their dental/medical treatment would be free. It would be in a regular dentist/ hospital too, not in the middle of a field. It's a real eye opener for sure.
That's literally me right now. I have been saving for months but realistically it's going to take 3 years. Really frustrating for sure!
@@MandatedReporter Wow... that sounds crazy. I live in a country that has free healthcare and reading this makes me feel way more grateful for what I have. Good luck to you.
@@crossovo where? I am from canada
A bad enough toothache will drive you crazy and not being able to fix it will turn you homicidal.
A very sad reality, for those who have fallen into this situation, going out will not be easy without important help. These widespread situations offend the dignity of the person above all, especially if he has young children. A big sincere thanks to all these wonderful volunteers, they are the real great Heroes!
Congratulations to whoever made this important and well-crafted documentary.
Sincere greetings from Venice, Italy.
We are not the world richest country, we are home to the largest corporations- who largely avoid paying federal taxes, like amazon, apple, Google. The average American is in extreme amounts of credit debt, not to mention debt for their school, car, home. Because of this, most people can only pay the interest on their debts every month. Many will carry thier student loan debt until they die.
Unfortunately this is true for a lot of people.
My student debt is literally why I am a federal employee. They own me twofold for the next 10 years, but that is a better outcome than most.
U still are the richest
I agree with you 💯%
@@deirdrejones7107 I’ve tried to get on with the government for that very reason, but it hasn’t worked out yet
21.45 „6300 people are evicted throughout America each day“
And many Americans still believe that their country is the best in the world
Every swing state.
💯 the people who say this are so delusional.
Only takes the loss of a job or income, and your whole life can collapse. I absolutely feel for anyone struggling with this in their life.
Shoulda saved...
I gave my home of 20 years to my daughter, 2 grandsons and x wife and moved in to my 98 van 2 years ago. I thought I would be able to get a home cheaper and faster than my daughter. I'm a veteran, 69 years old and living in a world where I never thought finding a place to live would be so hard. The people that own these apartments, homes are really in a world of their own. Pure greed is all I see and it's getting worse. The last two places I tried to get the house needed major repairs and both owners expected me to do ALL THE REPAIRS and and go get the material!
The sad part is how many are out there who are even more in need than me. God bless all of you and I hope you the best
You gave your house to your daughter, why you did not stay in your house? Tell her things did not work out and you need to move in. Don’t take no for an answer. You’re her dad.
If she has kids she should qualify for section 8 or HUD if she has built credit and nothing against her on it. I tried applying for HUD several times myself, but I was denied over a judgement on medical bills. My check was garnished just because I stopped paying a medical bill the debt collector was throwing unfair collateral on. Somehow they made me feel like I was in the wrong and I was scared to speak up to the judge. I'm terrified to take on any debt now. Knowing they get away with this. But yeah, she can apply for assistance, and so can you if that's what's best for your family.
Massive kudos to all those charitable souls who dedicated time, expertise and resources to help those less fortunate featured in this documentary.
What do you think if people outside the US boycotted the USD $ ? Would that make a difference ?
I believe this will force the US administration to mind its own business so it won't keep the war against civilians in Gaza ongoing.
It may be claimed that the foreigners are financing the war without being aware when they deal and account with the USD.
Assume BILLIONS OF PEOPLE did that.
From another hand, when the US takes care of its own people, i.e. more relief to US citizens ! No more homelessness and better security to all, instead of igniting wars here and there, or sending bombs to be dropped over the civilians of Gaza. The thing that US citizens couldn't stop with all their protests to cease fire on Gaza. In that sense, foreign countries who boycott USD will be allies to the US citizens.
Its economy will be normal, not in debt. It won't be a reckless state.
A bit of modesty brings relief to the whole world.
What do you think ?
Agreed
All I can think of now is R-O-C-K in the USA replaced by P.O.V.E.R.T.Y in the USA
I would hire this woman in a NY minute. She's super bright, logical with a fabulous attitude. Sure she is totally heartbroken, but has a spark many of the fortunate don't.
Homeless people trying to cope up with this horrible inhuman conditions deserve respect. I wish them to be healthy and lucky. Love and compassion from Bulgaria🍀
Proverbs 10:4 "He who has a slack hand becomes poor, But the hand of the diligent makes rich."
@@ronsagolili3737 none of us is in a position to judge. Let the one who is sinless throw the first stone.
@@valentinamilcheva7499 yes, you are correct but read that verse again. Is it my words????
Your country doesn't even have homelessness on its agenda.,It wasnt until 2018 that Bulgaria even bothered to recognize and address the problem. Yet nothing has changed, those who help are mission and social organizations. Show those organizations some love and compassion.
@@PickleAllergy I wonder what is unclear about my reaction and where exactly have you noticed the lack of compassion in my comment? Frankly speaking until the false democracy burst out in 1989 more than 90% of the Bulgarian people owned properties. Now the banister monster has left many people homeless.
Hats off to Maria…really admire her. You could tell she’s smart and dignified. Wish her and other people like her a better life.
So so sad.
Admire her survival skills.
This is very eye-opening for me, cause I've always have a roof over my head and never had to worry about ever being on the road. I cannot even imagine how suffocating it must be, it's honestly depressing thinking about these people's living condition.
I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU %100
Exactly! I was one who never knew what it was like to be or went without food,shelter etc. However it makes you humble and GRATEFUL!
You should watch some videos about global poverty. I know this lady's situation is bad but there is somewhere between 2 - 4 billion people on this planet that are in much much worse living conditions.
Eh there's poverty everywhere. It doesnt matter. What's the point caring? Your emotions aint gonna do no good. Just get back to your life.
Yes!! Can you imagine spending most of your time boxed up in your car?? Especially sleeping behind the wheel. I’d go off the deep end.
I was homeless at 16yrs old for 18mnths, it’s really not fun.
I walked around at night till I had no energy to carry on, to scared to sleep.
Had baths at a friends every so often but didn’t have no way to wash my clothes so just had to wear them again, got heavily into drugs/drink and was SA more than once!
Having a car to sleep in isn’t great but better than the streets.
I’m in the UK so luckily get free healthcare
@@FreddieK-h1u Thanks for sharing and hope you back on your feet. And no, it cannot be fun. 😕
My teenage daughter just about to leave school for college is riddled with anxiety about life and has mentioned how she worry’s she won’t be able to afford a and will be homeless.. I said no matter what age and no matter what little I have if u ever find ur self in a situation like that then aslong as I have a roof over my head then any of my kids will always be welcome home ❤
Most likely she’ll marry a wealthy man and her problems will be solved. That’s how women think. For men things are more difficult.
AMAN ! Families need to care about each other !!
You're a great parent
A lot of parents wouldn't be like that
My mothers the same way, moms like you are the saints of this world & that’s what built me to be the father I am today. I love taking the grandkids to my moms house all the time.
mu parents wanted me out of the house asap i can remember my dad saying ur not gone yet?! when I was only 12 years old
Heart breaking that in 2022 anyone anywhere in the world are homeless. What an unfair and cruel world we live in. Too much greed, not enough compassion & too much corruption.
We had a lady in my hometown walk into our post office and decided to hold the workers hostage. No one was hurt and she never fired the gun she had. She let everyone go when the police arrived and was immediately arrested. When asked why she did it, she said she knew it was a government building and she would be sent to a federal prison. She'd be better taken care of in there than by herself as a law abiding citizen. Now she gets 3 square meals a day, full medical coverage, cable TV and she gets learning courses for free. Her cellmates also get along with her, so everything pretty much worked out in her favor. Her friends that visit her say she'll do it again if she gets released because she doesn't want to have to be poor again.
Show me the proof of this story. Show me the news article of her arrest
@@ly5504 this particular story might not be 100 percent true,but there are many cases of homeless people,getting themselves arrested,just to spend even a small amount of time,sheltered,fed,clean and safe.
In construction I've known guys doing this during winter time when they knew lay offs were coming they'd call summer time for work release and get out and if needed do it again. Very common problem
@@ly5504 O. Henry short story
full medical coverage..... right
If you only know how poor people in my country lives 🇵🇭 then you can say you are not poor🥰 God bless us all❤
Much respects to the medically skilled volunteers. Without health one cannot do anything. God bless good humans.
Amen God bless good humans!
You are an inspiration to many, Maria. I was in a similar situation as yours while living in Guadalajara, MX with an abusive husband. However, I did not have the challenges you are experiencing. I made it back to the states, lived with friends, cheap hotels and worked 2 jobs as a Speech and Language Therapist. Then life started to look up. Your life will look up as well, Maria!
I was in a similar situation. I was in an abusive marriage. I married my older husband at 18 right out of high school. He was controlling and made it hard for me to keep a job by calling nonstop when I was working. When I had my daughter I couldn’t work and the abuse got worse. I left when she was 9 months old. I don’t know where I would have been without my parents.
Having a master's degree as a Speech Pathologist is a ticket to being able to get a job that could pay you potentially $70,000 a year. I'm glad you invested in your education.
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My respect to Eric, who shares the pizza with people who're also struggling. Hope he already moved into a nice place, working in a nice office. If not, I'm sure there must be a perfect job position for Eric in those big tech companies. Please hire Eric.
Yes , I’m hoping he’s taking care of his health too 🙏🏾❤️
It sounded like it was more about burnout and the like. Maybe a small tech company? I feel that burnout is one of the biggest issues with work these days.
I like the combination of WHO & ARE into WHO'RE 😂😂😂
@@thetruth1446 lmao
The poor are the only ones with a heart everyone else is busy hoarding everything turning up their nose to people that have less
We need social programs like Europe and Scandinavia.