Suffolk County, NY, has a number of campgrounds that are home to homeless families. These families may be living in tents, RVs, or even cars. Some of the most common campgrounds where homeless families are found include:
Smith Point County Park
Cupsogue Beach County Park
Shinnecock East County Park
Montauk Point State Park
Blydenburgh County Park
Cathedral Pines County Park
Indian Island County Park
Sears Bellows County Park
Cedar Point County Park
Southaven County Park
West Hills County Park
These campgrounds offer a variety of amenities for homeless families, such as bathrooms, showers, playgrounds, and picnic areas. Some campgrounds also offer programs and services specifically for homeless families, such as job training, childcare, and mental health counseling.
The number of homeless families living in campgrounds in Suffolk County varies depending on the time of year. In the summer, when the weather is warmer, more families choose to live in campgrounds. In the fall when the weather is colder, fewer families may choose to live in campgrounds. There are a couple of problems with living on camp grounds. In the winter, the sites in Suffolk County shut down. The other issue is that you have to change your sites every one to two weeks.
There are a number of reasons why homeless families may choose to live in campgrounds. Some families may not be able to afford to rent an apartment or house. Other families may not have a place to go because they have been evicted from their homes. Still, other families may choose to live in campgrounds because they prefer the outdoors or because they feel safer in a campground than in a homeless shelter.
Living in a campground can be challenging for homeless families. One of the biggest challenges is staying warm as the weather cools down in the late fall and early spring.
Another challenge is dealing with pests, such as mosquitoes and ticks. Additionally, homeless families living in campgrounds may have difficulty accessing healthcare, education, and other essential services.
There are a number of organizations that are working to help homeless families living in campgrounds in Suffolk County. These organizations provide a variety of services, such as food, clothing, shelter, and job training. They also work to advocate for the rights of homeless families and to help them find permanent housing.
Here are some resources that can help homeless families living in campgrounds in Suffolk County:
Family Service League: 631-470-6929 more info: Click here
Homeless Long Island: 631-260-1363
Community Housing Innovations: 631-462-1717 click here
Suffolk County Department of Social Services: 631-486-3100 emergency housing after 4:30 631:854-910.
If you see a homeless family living in a campground, please offer your help and support. You can donate food, clothing, or money to organizations that are helping homeless families. You can also volunteer your time to help homeless families or to advocate for their rights.
To report a homeless family or person. Please click on the link below to fill out a short form. We will do all we can to help them.
(631) 260-1363 call or text
Chaplain Steven and Gabriela Crawford
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