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Tag: homeless

‘Positive thoughts can’t solve all your problems’

“I’m struggling right now, trying to find a job. I can work. I’ve had different types of jobs, but I went to school to be a medical biller. I had an internship for a month, but they require more than that experience to get a … Continue reading‘Positive thoughts can’t solve all your problems’

Posted on April 15, 2016June 20, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Artist continues work, even while homeless

“Last month I was homeless. Just a rock and a hard spot, man. I was in a homeless shelter with all my equipment and stuff. It was horrible, and I’m blessed to not be there. I’m staying at my parents’ house now. “Actually, I’ve been … Continue readingArtist continues work, even while homeless

Posted on February 25, 2016June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

He wants to be treated like ‘normal human being’

“I was living at an RV park. Me and my friend were staying there. He lit a cigarette and threw it at the propane tank. It had a hose leak, and it blew up. The whole bedroom caught on fire. That was about four years … Continue readingHe wants to be treated like ‘normal human being’

Posted on January 12, 2016January 11, 2022by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

‘I felt like I had to do something to help them’

“A few years back, a friend and I talked about giving blankets to the homeless in the downtown area. Every year since then, we contact each other because we have a passion for these sorts of things. “This year when she called, she asked if … Continue reading‘I felt like I had to do something to help them’

Posted on December 15, 2015June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Parents pass down the spirit of helping others

“I love the casinos, the church and donating to different charities. I volunteer at the Star of Hope Mission and give away clothes to Suit Up for Success, which supports women who are looking for jobs. It’s always been in my heart to help people … Continue readingParents pass down the spirit of helping others

Posted on November 17, 2015June 22, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

He helps homeless by giving them ‘what I can’

“I’m 55. I live with my mom. I work at Church’s Chicken. Been there for 26 years. A lot of people who come in know me. “I make enough to help pay the bills. I like to help people, too. If someone needs money, I’ll … Continue readingHe helps homeless by giving them ‘what I can’

Posted on June 12, 2015June 22, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Shelter provides help for homeless families

“My favorite charity is Bay Area Homeless Services. We just had a fundraiser and raised enough money to build a new family center. “At one time, I was president of the board for the shelter. It’s a great place if people are willing to live … Continue readingShelter provides help for homeless families

Posted on May 19, 2015June 22, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Seeking stable life after living in homeless shelters

“I was in CPS (Children’s Protective Services) since I was 4. I left at 18 because, you know, I’d been in there so long. After that, we got married and just decided to come down here. We’ve been homeless ever since, going from shelter to … Continue readingSeeking stable life after living in homeless shelters

Posted on January 23, 2015June 23, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

‘There’s a cyber killer trying to kill me’

“I’ve got a letter stating that there’s a cyber killer trying to kill me.”

Posted on July 7, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

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