Or without offering them work. There is this homeless guy that hangs around a coffee shop ~ book store I frequent and I am trying to think of some creative ways to help him out. I sometimes give him my change from coffee and recently gave him a sweater and jacket that I have seen him wear... Any creative ideas? Thanks in advance for your help.
2006-09-11 09:15:22 · 25 answers · asked by urbanbutterfly 3 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
Give him new packages of underwear or socks (he probably never gets clean ones), give him a blanket. Give prepackaged foods that can be eaten when needed. Give personal supplies such as deodorants, toothbrushes etc.
2006-09-11 09:18:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Honestly, I don't give their a s s anything but in my city, there is a group of people who wear orange shirts and khaki shorts and ride bikes in our Downtown area where a lot of homless people hang out who are combatting this problem. The residents of Jacksonville who work downtown and sit in Hemming Plaza on their lunch break complained that they cannot enjoy their lunch daily due to the constant begging of homeless people. The bike riders pass out pamphlets with self help information in them like listings of churches, shelters and the like to these residents so when a homeless person comes up to them, they no longer give them money but a pamphlet in an effort to really help them get their life together. I don't know how much it'll help but it seems like a good idea. I figure if you're truly in need, you'll take the information and try to get yourself together.
2006-09-11 09:32:15 · answer #2 · answered by duvaldiva.com 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I frequently have a bit of food in my car when I go to Fort Worth (one hour away). I will offer people a coke, V8, granola bar, something like that.
On a cold day, my mother & I saw a homeless man on the street as we were going into a fast food restaurant. On the way out we ordered a small soup, mentioning who it was for. When the lady brought me the order, she gave me a large order for him.
I think this Christmas I'm going to make Christmas cookies (or other treats) & drive around Fort Worth handing out cookies to those who look like they need it.
2006-09-11 09:24:14 · answer #3 · answered by leopardlady 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I in no way supply money, in spite of the incontrovertible fact that I do purchase activities bags at backyard sales and fill them with my husband and sons outfits that have been nonetheless in stable situation, disposable shavers, cleansing soap, wash cloths, and toothbrushes. I quite have additionally given them blankets and drowsing bags that I picked up at thrift shops. If I quite have a good number of leftovers from dinner I %. it up in plastic bags, or if i'm getting take out foodstuff, i purchase greater suitable for them. The homeless additionally choose for band aids and antibiotic ointment. They get infections from a shrink very quite. a number of the boys and ladies folk I knew died of infections from choose for of an basic utility of Neosporin or Bactine and a bandage. only become familiar as you force around as to the place they frequently cling out so in case you have "extras" you could help. do no longer ought to communicate with them, only smile, drop it off and stroll away. by way of the way, people who don't have an handle isn't employed to artwork.
2016-12-15 06:16:59 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Water a sandwich blanket coat clothes, all of those are good. Take him to church. See if you can get him a bath, you would be surprised how thankful they are for a toothbrush and toothpaste. But nothing worth to much money or it will get stolen. Good luck and god bless.
2006-09-11 09:41:22 · answer #5 · answered by Cali Girl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
give him a book about will-power or motivation to get out and Work. i dont know how a person can be homeless unless its for no will-power to live. just bring that book with you to the coffee shop and on your way out with you coffee say 'hey, i just finished reading this book, i always give books away when i get done reading them, do you want it?' and give him your coffee change too.
2006-09-11 09:18:51 · answer #6 · answered by Nikki 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Oh yes, a pack of new underwear, socks, make up a little bag with toothbrush & paste, soap, a comb, deordant, shampoo. It will be getting colder how about a sleeping bag or blanket & pillow. New hat & scarf and good gloves. Bless you for helping.
2006-09-11 09:21:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Give them coupon books for McDonalds or somewhere else so they can get food or coffee but not alcohol (in case they are the type that would spend their cash on alcohol rather than eat). Give them old blankets so they can stay warm. Also old shoes.
2006-09-11 09:18:31 · answer #8 · answered by hotandtastylady 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
What is the deal with his situation? Ask him politely why he is homeless, and ask him if he has tried GOV't housing or job placement....maybe one day there will be big TENT lots for some of those guys who do not like to ask the government for more than they need.... you always heard of that type of "complex" ,,,
HOPE IN VEGAN AWARENESS/understanding
2006-09-11 09:20:15 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Food or clothing. Talk to them about getting and finding help
2006-09-11 09:46:06 · answer #10 · answered by ▒Яenée▒ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋