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I'm pretty much homeless tomorrow (Original Post) NobodyHere May 2016 OP
Oh my gosh A Little Weird May 2016 #1
Responding to let you know you are not alone, NobodyHere. Scruffy Rumbler May 2016 #2
You have my sympathy since I've been there myself, TexasTowelie May 2016 #3
Been there myself... Wounded Bear May 2016 #4
If you are looking for assistance, Downwinder May 2016 #5
can you find a furnished room for rent? grasswire May 2016 #6
Please let us know how you are and what we can do to help. Rhiannon12866 May 2016 #7
Why are you going to be homeless? cwydro May 2016 #8
Based partly on the date, Ineeda May 2016 #13
If we had more info, we may be able to recommend something to help you through this. liberalnarb May 2016 #9
I am so so sorry NH. riderinthestorm May 2016 #10
Thank you all for listening NobodyHere May 2016 #11
What part of the country are you in? Bucky May 2016 #12

A Little Weird

(1,754 posts)
1. Oh my gosh
Fri May 20, 2016, 12:05 AM
May 2016

That sounds like a scary situation! Do you have a place to go? I know resources are inconsistent throughout the country but there may be programs to help you with housing until you can get back on your feet.

My community has something like that. It's administered by the same people that are in charge of the homeless shelter. Some folks have been able to stay in temporary housing for a year or two until they can get in a better place financially.

Scruffy Rumbler

(961 posts)
2. Responding to let you know you are not alone, NobodyHere.
Fri May 20, 2016, 12:06 AM
May 2016

I have been there myself and I know it is not pleasant....to say the least.

Try calling 211. That is the information number for social services. It will connect with help in your area. Depending what state you are in, they can put you in touch with food and housing assistance.

Wish I could offer more than this advise and heartfelt hope for you to find a solution!

Homelessness is growing out of control across the country.

Peace...
Scruffy

TexasTowelie

(111,298 posts)
3. You have my sympathy since I've been there myself,
Fri May 20, 2016, 12:12 AM
May 2016

but I didn't have any savings when it occurred.

Since you do have some savings I would try to put the possessions in storage and would consider selling anything that is not essential. If you have friends or relatives to stay with until you can get back on your feet then do so.

If you own a vehicle, then you may need to consider selling it to obtain extra cash. Look into what options are available regarding public transportation and using public facilities such as libraries so that you can go online for job searches. If you use a cell phone you can keep your cell phone recharged at the library. You might also want to get an extra cell phone battery so that you can maintain contact with those who can help you and for potential employment leads.

If you are in an urban area look for a homeless shelter, but be advised that you might have to make some changes that are uncomfortable. Some of the homeless shelters will want you to participate in faith-based programs, prohibit smoking and drinking, etc. You will only be allowed to bring in a limited amount of possessions (usually two bags of clothing).

If you don't own one already, I would suggest getting some type of backpack so that you can carry around a notebook, pens, one change of clothing, toiletries and any medical needs you might have. I also would get a small toiletry bag.

If you are in an urban area then be prepared to be walking on the street during most of the day. If you go to a homeless shelter, then expect to only get a limited amount of sleep.

Good luck with everything because you will probably have to make some uncomfortable choices during the short term. You indicated that you have some savings so it doesn't sound like you have reached the point of total desperation yet and since you haven't indicated your complete situation I can't provide much more advice. I was at the point where I had no savings, no vehicle, a limited amount of possessions, and a pet that I loved when I became homeless. Please keep us informed and I hope some good things will happen for you.



Wounded Bear

(58,440 posts)
4. Been there myself...
Fri May 20, 2016, 12:28 AM
May 2016

luckily I have family that put me up, but I basically couch surfed for about 3 years. Sucks to be old and unemployed. Then when I got work, it was temp crap at low pay, and not enough hours to survive on. Had to tough it out until I hit 62 and took early SS.

Best of luck to you!

grasswire

(50,130 posts)
6. can you find a furnished room for rent?
Fri May 20, 2016, 06:29 AM
May 2016

try craigslist for housing options that might be very reasonable -- shared, temporary, whatever. Housing is really the most important thing to secure, as being homeless is a lot of work and stress. It's all on craigslist.org and there are many temporary jobs listed there, too.

try to preserve anything that allows you to maintain the ability to work. Car, if you will need it in your location to hold a job. Phone. Mailing address even if it is a mailbox at a UPS store.

Keep yourself clean and groomed.

Rhiannon12866

(202,970 posts)
7. Please let us know how you are and what we can do to help.
Fri May 20, 2016, 06:56 AM
May 2016

You can see from the responses you've received that people here care and have helpful suggestions if we knew more about your situation. DUers are the most caring folks there are and we need to know you're okay.

 

cwydro

(51,308 posts)
8. Why are you going to be homeless?
Fri May 20, 2016, 07:58 AM
May 2016

If you have savings, I assume you were paying rent.

What has caused the homelessness?

Ineeda

(3,626 posts)
13. Based partly on the date,
Fri May 20, 2016, 12:11 PM
May 2016

I wonder if the OP has just graduated from college, lived in a dorm, and had not worked in a career field during the academic experience. (?) Or I could be completely wrong!

 

liberalnarb

(4,532 posts)
9. If we had more info, we may be able to recommend something to help you through this.
Fri May 20, 2016, 08:27 AM
May 2016

I'm so sorry this is happening to you though.

 

riderinthestorm

(23,272 posts)
10. I am so so sorry NH.
Fri May 20, 2016, 09:30 AM
May 2016

Maybe with more info we can offer more specific help. I second the idea of calling 211 and/or scanning immediate housing options on Craigslist.

Take it one step at a time so you don't get swamped with sadness or futility. First find a place to store your things so its safe. Breathe. Please check back in.



 

NobodyHere

(2,810 posts)
11. Thank you all for listening
Fri May 20, 2016, 10:44 AM
May 2016

I know I'm not as poor as some but as a thank you here's proof that cats are liquid

Bucky

(53,795 posts)
12. What part of the country are you in?
Fri May 20, 2016, 11:39 AM
May 2016

There's usually homeless shelters in big cities. They're not great, obviously, but they're better than being on the street

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