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Here’s the most practical, low-cost ways to stay warm in a tent. Here are some cheap or free ways to keep warm, in cold weather:
Stay Warm Without Heat (Best for No Money) Insulate Your Tent
Use cardboard, blankets, or plastic sheeting (tarps or trash bags) block wind
homelesslongisland
Mar 122 min read
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How Does the Shortage of Affordable Housing and Rising Rental Costs Affect Homelessness in New York?
The impact of homelessness in New York is significantly influenced by the lack of affordable housing and the soaring rental prices.
homelesslongisland
Jan 282 min read
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Warning and Addressing the Issue of Homelessness and Loss of Storage Unit Contents.
WARNING
Do not store your stuff. We see a lot of people store old furniture. Old TVs, old bedding.
homelesslongisland
Jan 233 min read
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The Nationwide Impact of Homelessness: Affordable Housing Shortages and Rising Rent
The lack of affordable housing and the increase in rental prices have had a profound impact on homelessness nationwide.
homelesslongisland
Jan 212 min read
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What Should I Do Next After My Housing and Reasonable Accommodations Request Was Denied by the Department of Social Services.
Denied by Dss fair housing act
homelesslongisland
Jan 182 min read
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Prayer for Those Affected by the California Fires
Prayer for Those Affected by the California Fires
Heavenly Father,
We come before You in humility and faith, lifting up all those affe
homelesslongisland
Jan 112 min read
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How Can I Help? Organizations Accepting Donations for California Fire Victims
Here are some local food banks and shelters that are located just outside the areas affected by the recent California fires. These organizat
homelesslongisland
Jan 113 min read
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Understanding Generational Homelessness. Breaking the Cycle.
Understanding generational homelessness
homelesslongisland
Jan 101 min read
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What Impact is the New Trump Administration Going to Have on Asylum Seekers, and the homeless asylum seeker who Crossed the USA Border Illegally in the Past Four Years?
Trump border policy effect on asylum seekers
homelesslongisland
Jan 72 min read
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Sample Letters Regarding Fair Housing Article § 3604(3)(B) Reasonable accommodations.
How can I write letters from my doctor to the Department of Social Services regarding reasonable accommodations for individuals with pets,
homelesslongisland
Jan 43 min read
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What are the impacts of homelessness on individuals and communities in the USA ?
What are the impacts of homelessness on individuals and communities in the USA ? 1. Physical Health: Homeless individuals often face a...
homelesslongisland
Jan 12 min read
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Increase in Homelessness in 2024: Causes and Statistics
The rise in homelessness in 2024 can be attributed to a combination of factors that have exacerbated the existing crisis.
homelesslongisland
Dec 30, 20242 min read
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Main Causes of Homelessness in the United States. Understanding root causes of homelessness.
Homelessness is a complex issue influenced by various interrelated factors. Here are some of the primary causes:
homelesslongisland
Dec 28, 20241 min read
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Services and Resources Available to Help the Homeless.
By leveraging these services and resources, communities can help individuals experiencing homelessness regain their footing and work towards
homelesslongisland
Dec 24, 20242 min read
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Addressing Homelessness: Actions for Individuals and Communities
Community Initiatives
Communities play a crucial role in addressing homelessness through organized efforts Establishing partnerships with
homelesslongisland
Dec 21, 20242 min read
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We were attacked helping a homeless man. What rights does a homeless man have if he is in front of a public store being harassed by the store owner.
A store own attacked a homeless, after trying to rip my cellphone from my hand. He went after the homeless man.
We stepped into action.
homelesslongisland
Nov 27, 20242 min read
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Homeless statistics for each county of New York
A homeless man’s bed.
homelesslongisland
Nov 23, 20242 min read
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Supporting the Journey: How Homeless Long Island Can Help Individuals Stay on the Streets Until They're Ready for Change.
When we think about homeless outreach, the focus often leans heavily on getting individuals off the streets and into stable housing.
homelesslongisland
Nov 13, 20243 min read
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The BIVY Bag, Understanding Bivy Bags: Uses, Benefits, and Disadvantages.
Understanding Bivy Bags: Uses, Benefits, and Disadvantages No What is a Bivy Bag ? A bivy bag, short for bivouac sack, is a lightweight,...
homelesslongisland
Oct 11, 20243 min read
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How to open up canned food without a can opener blooper.
How to open up canned food witout a can opener. Blooper
homelesslongisland
Aug 23, 20242 min read
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