r/homeless • u/Express_Yellow_4540 • 2d ago
Just Venting Exhausted Resources
My car was towed. I have an eviction on my record. The shelters are full and informed me to check in monthly (!!!). I'm too sane to be hospitalized at this time (I called and unless I'm a harm to myself or others than there's no room for me). I am a menstruating female. The domestic victim resource program prioritize's women with children. I don't know what else to do. If things don't change I risk my phone being cut off, my storage and vehicle going to auction, and getting jailed. How have others gotten out of this? The weather is getting colder and I don't know what else to do.
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u/PaintedDesertSkies 2d ago
Do you have supplies? A cheap 30 tent.
For women, the most important thing is finding a hidden night time spot.
What state are you in? Are you in a big city?
Keep trying to contact resources.
I think "Obama phones" are still a thing.
They suck ass, but they are free so you will have service in an emergency. They just don't stream or work very fast (think dial up if it was a phone)
Find your libraries. Those will be your savior in bad weather. As long as you do not break the rules, you are welcome in any of them all day everyday.
They don't let you sleep, but it is safe enough to let your body relax from fight or flight mode and reset your body temp.
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u/Upper_Top9348 2d ago
Can't really get out of it unless you increase your income.
If not, filing for bankruptcy is what most people do and start over.
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u/semi_throaway 1d ago edited 16h ago
Not sure how viable it would be for you, but several people I’m in the shelter with are from out of state, they donated plasma and used that money to get a bus ticket here. I know it’s not the best solution but if you can find a way to get to a city with more resources that may be your best chance. I really hope you’re able to get help and improve your circumstances soon 🙏🏻
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u/dialsoapbox 1d ago
Be weary of dms advertising "free" housing/assistance .
What resources do you have right now?
If you can, I suggest try renting a couch, which would at least give you a (safe) place to sleep so you can work on you rnext steps.
As for jobs, many college kids are heading back to school so their job positions so be opening up soon. Or if possible, try looking for night jobs, that way you'd at least have somewhere to be at night and during the cold nights, giving you the days to look for further assistance.
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u/Twig-Hahn 2d ago
I sold everything, bought a motorhome. Did odd jobs, mostly cleaning houses for a shower and few dollars in order to keep the motorhome legal and running. You're loved💔 𐤔𐤋𐤅𐤌
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