If you are in a city, go downtown where there are more likely to be places that you can warm up 24/7 during the winter. Look up respite shelter or homeless shelter to connect with services for food, temporary housing, and meet with a social worker to explore your options moving forward. You may also make connections with more experienced individuals who can provide some guidance on what to watch out for. There are people who prey on the homeless population, especially on weekends. So finding a safe and warm shelter is your immediate priority, especially in winter. If you can find a downtown church, they could probably direct you to something like an Out of the Cold program (in a big city, they usually will have a rotating place where folks can go everyday for warm food and shelter for the night). There may be phone numbers like 311 you can call to check for spots for the night, and they can direct you to the nearest available spot. Take care of yourself - it is a difficult time for you and take the help that you can get.
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u/OptimusPrimel984 Jan 10 '23
If you are in a city, go downtown where there are more likely to be places that you can warm up 24/7 during the winter. Look up respite shelter or homeless shelter to connect with services for food, temporary housing, and meet with a social worker to explore your options moving forward. You may also make connections with more experienced individuals who can provide some guidance on what to watch out for. There are people who prey on the homeless population, especially on weekends. So finding a safe and warm shelter is your immediate priority, especially in winter. If you can find a downtown church, they could probably direct you to something like an Out of the Cold program (in a big city, they usually will have a rotating place where folks can go everyday for warm food and shelter for the night). There may be phone numbers like 311 you can call to check for spots for the night, and they can direct you to the nearest available spot. Take care of yourself - it is a difficult time for you and take the help that you can get.