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Book Synopsis Homeless Not Hopeless by : Edna Molina-Jackson
Download or read book Homeless Not Hopeless written by Edna Molina-Jackson and published by University Press of America. This book was released on 2008-08-28 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The importance of moving toward a national policy to end homelessness is crucial. In this striking examination of the roles that homeless people and the U.S. government play in causing and curtailing the escalating phenomena of homelessness, Edna Molina-Jackson asserts that there is a great need to alter the socio-economic structures that generate extreme and entrenched forms of poverty that lead to homelessness. Homeless Not Hopeless explores the role social networks play in the daily survival of homeless Latino and African American men. Using a qualitative research design, author Molina-Jackson observes how these men initiate, participate in, and maintain social networks and how these networks function. The findings support a more empowering view of homeless men as active, rational, and competent actors engaged in negotiating their social world. Members rely on social networks composed of a hierarchy of casual and intimate affiliations. The networks of Americanized Latinos and African Americans facilitate their integration into a subculture of street life, while those of recent-immigrant Latinos revolve around their struggles to find work, avoid deportation, and enlist the support of paisanos.
Book Synopsis Homeless Is Not Hopeless by : R. Fritz
Download or read book Homeless Is Not Hopeless written by R. Fritz and published by . This book was released on 2016-10-08 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Fritz became homeless at age 16. He quit school and became a tramp hitchhiking back and forth across the country. He tried many times to quit drinking and settle down, but he failed each time. His lifestyle resulted in twelve DWI's, and he was checked into treatment centers sixteen times for chemical dependency. He accumulated time in various jails totaling four years of his life, and he spent another four years in the Minnesota penitentiary system. Then he was diagnosed with mental illness. Despite all these stigmas, John somehow turned his life around. His story is laced with funny experiences, colorful characters riding freight trains, and close encounters with death. He was touched by the kindness of strangers again and again. John has an excellent memory and is a natural storyteller. After all of his failures and the things he's been through, readers will be surprised to learn in the final chapter, "Recovery," how John is now living his life.
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Book Synopsis Homeless But Not Hopeless! by : Elder Johnson
Download or read book Homeless But Not Hopeless! written by Elder Johnson and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-10-06 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the struggled with homelessness and have overcome.Powerful poetry of reflection of hope and faith as well as facts and information about homelessness. Homeless but not hopeless carries a message of Hope and Faith providing inspiration and a message of love and Humanity- Kaye Lynn Booth Author POWERFUL!!!- Minister Emmanuel Davis Elder Charles Johnson has a true impact on the homeless not just in words alone but in Deeds- Dr. James Turknett My brother has been blessed to have great creativity and skills and putting poetry together that touches the heart as well as making one think about the issues of the day - Sargent Rodney Hinkle, Salvation Army
Book Synopsis The Book on Ending Homelessness by : Iain De Jong
Download or read book The Book on Ending Homelessness written by Iain De Jong and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2019-10-25 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Book on Ending Homelessness provides insights for those in the industry, elected officials, policy makers, funders, public servants and the general public on the best ways to move from managing homelessness to ending homelessness. While ending homelessness may seem to be a whacky or even preposterous idea, Iain De Jong takes more than two decades of experience as an award winning industry leader to lay out how and why homelessness can be ended in very practical ways. This book will provoke and teach, serving as both inspiration and an instruction manual for those serious about combatting one of the most important social issues of our time. The book will reshape how you think about homelessness, as well as how strategies like sheltering, street outreach and day services all play a role in ending homelessness when operated with a housing-focused lens and the right service orientation. No doubt the book will reassure some that their thinking and actions regarding homelessness are bang on, while challenging others to think and respond differently in what they do and how they invest their money. Many of the ideas in the book elaborate upon ideas that Iain shares in his blog, keynote speeches and conference presentations, as well as the training series that Iain and his team have been offering for the past decade. If you are involved in homelessness issues or concerned about homelessness, this book is essential reading.
Book Synopsis Wisdom From the Homeless by : Neil Craton M.D.
Download or read book Wisdom From the Homeless written by Neil Craton M.D. and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2018-10-17 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SOMETIMES THE WORLD SEEMS LIKE A VERY DARK PLACE. In this angry world, I have seen a glimpse of light. I have seen kindness, love and hope at a homeless shelter. Siloam Mission is named after a pool where, in Biblical times, Jesus healed a blind man. In this tradition, the Mission has a medical clinic, and I have had the privilege of working there. The homeless men and women I have met at Siloam have taught me profound lessons about perseverance through suffering, expressing joy in dire circumstances, and the rewards of service to those in need. I want to share those lessons with you.
Book Synopsis Homelessness, Health, and Human Needs by : Institute of Medicine
Download or read book Homelessness, Health, and Human Needs written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 1988-02-01 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There have always been homeless people in the United States, but their plight has only recently stirred widespread public reaction and concern. Part of this new recognition stems from the problem's prevalence: the number of homeless individuals, while hard to pin down exactly, is rising. In light of this, Congress asked the Institute of Medicine to find out whether existing health care programs were ignoring the homeless or delivering care to them inefficiently. This book is the report prepared by a committee of experts who examined these problems through visits to city slums and impoverished rural areas, and through an analysis of papers written by leading scholars in the field.
Book Synopsis Livre Des Sans-foyer by : Edith Wharton
Download or read book Livre Des Sans-foyer written by Edith Wharton and published by NEw York, C. Scribner. This book was released on 1916 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In the course of fund-raising for civilian victims of World War I, Edith Wharton assembled this monumental benefit volume by drawing upon her connections to the era's leading authors and artists. The unique compilation forms a 'Who's Who' of early 20th century culture, featuring poetry, stories, illustrations, music and other contributions from scores of luminaries. ... Much of the text is presented in both English and French. Includes an Introduction by former U. S. President Theodore Roosevelt."--
Download or read book Homeless Bird written by Gloria Whelan and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2009-10-06 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The National Book Award-winning novel about one remarkable young woman who dares to defy fate, perfect for readers who enjoyed A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park or Inside Out and Back Again by Thanhha Lai. Like many girls her age in India, thirteen-year-old Koly faces her arranged marriage with hope and courage. But Koly's story takes a terrible turn when in the wake of the ceremony, she discovers she's been horribly misled—her life has been sold for a dowry. Can she forge her own future, even in the face of time-worn tradition? Perfect for schools and classrooms, this universally acclaimed, bestselling, and award-winning novel by master of historical fiction Gloria Whelan is a gripping tale of hope that will transport readers of all ages.
Book Synopsis Songs of Life on Lifes' Terms by : William Burke
Download or read book Songs of Life on Lifes' Terms written by William Burke and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2022-12-16 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Songs of Life on Lifes’ Terms By: William Burke Poetry in song for the rest of us is the theme of Songs of Life on Lifes’ Terms. It explores life situations that occur in most people’s lives. The poetry gets to the heart of everyday life in a way that everyone can relate to. After reading this, William Burke hopes the reader realizes that no matter how big their problems may be, they are not alone.
Book Synopsis Teen Homelessness by : H. Craig Erskine, III
Download or read book Teen Homelessness written by H. Craig Erskine, III and published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2017-12-15 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than two million kids in the U.S. face homelessness each year, with 57 percent going without food for at least one day a month. Teens represent a shocking 7 percent of the country's total homeless population. Whether they're crashing on someone's couch, living in cars, staying in shelters, or literally sleeping on the street, studies show that the plight of homeless youths is only growing worse. The viewpoints in this book tackle the economic and societal factors that contribute to teen homelessness, the stark situations faced by young transients today, and what can be done to curb this alarming trend.
Book Synopsis The Girl's Guide to Homelessness by : Brianna Karp
Download or read book The Girl's Guide to Homelessness written by Brianna Karp and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2011-04-26 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brianna Karp entered the workforce at age ten, supporting her mother and sister throughout her teen years in Southern California. Although her young life was scarred by violence and abuse, Karp stayed focused on her dream of a steady job and a home of her own. By age twenty-two her dream became reality. Karp loved her job as an executive assistant and signed the lease on a tiny cottage near the beach. And then the Great Recession hit. Karp, like millions of others, lost her job. In the six months between the day she was laid off and the day she was forced out onto the street, Karp scrambled for temp work and filed hundreds of job applications, only to find all doors closed. When she inherited a thirty-foot travel trailer after her father's suicide, Karp parked it in a Walmart parking lot and began to blog about her search for work and a way back.
Download or read book Homelessness written by Arthur Gillard and published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2012-03-05 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Editor Arthur Gillard helps readers to explore issues related to homelessness. Through articles from a variety of sources, this book explores topics like tent cities as a temporary answer to long-term housing problem, and the impact of “housing first” approaches. Readers will evaluate whether or not giving money to panhandlers helps the chronically homeless, and the long-term effect of homelessness on families. They will learn intelligent ways to speak out about homelessness. Essay sources include the National Coalition for the Homeless, Colorado Springs Gazette, Anna Nussbaum Keating, and Hubert G. Locke.
Book Synopsis Cities of Difference by : Ruth Fincher
Download or read book Cities of Difference written by Ruth Fincher and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 1998-03-20 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By adopting an approach that is sensitive to issues of difference as well as to the role of the state, Cities of Difference considers the fragmentation of city life and the complex relationship between identity, power and place.
Book Synopsis Supporting and Educating Traumatized Students by : Eric Rossen
Download or read book Supporting and Educating Traumatized Students written by Eric Rossen and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traumatic or adverse experiences are pervasive among school-aged children and youth. Trauma undermines students' ability to learn, form relationships, and manage their feelings and behavior. School-based professionals working with traumatized students are often unaware of their complex needs or how to meet them within the hours of the typical school day. The second edition of Supporting and Educating Traumatized Students is a comprehensive guide for understanding and assisting students with a history of trauma. Designed specifically for professionals in mental health and education settings, this volume combines content and expertise from practitioners, researchers, and other experts with backgrounds in education, school psychology, school social work, school administration, resilience, school policy, and trauma. The book provides a thorough background on current research in trauma and its impact on school functioning; administrative and policy considerations; and a broad set of practical and implementable strategies and resources for adapting and differentiating instruction, modifying the classroom and school environments, and building competency for students and staff. New chapters address topics such as post-traumatic growth, interpersonal violence, and trauma screening and assessment among others. Educators can continue to use this updated edition as a reference and ongoing resource, with the ability to quickly and easily access a variety of school-based strategies to help improve educational and social outcomes for traumatized students.
Book Synopsis Homeless Like Me by : Donald James Parker
Download or read book Homeless Like Me written by Donald James Parker and published by Donald James Parker. This book was released on 2009-09 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brian has a dream of writing the great American novel. He knows that without a gimmick to set him apart from the rest of the pack, he'll never succeed. From reading Black Like Me, he gets the idea to masquerade as a homeless man to get the material to write the saga of those suffering from poverty. During his first visit to the local homeless shelter to gather facts, he is accosted by Zeke, one of the subjects of his research. In order to save his skin, Brian spills his guts to the huge black man. After hearing the story, Zeke sees value in the project for his homeless brethren, and pledges to help the wannabe paperback writer. Also on his first visit, a vision of loveliness, aptly named Angel, takes away Brian's breath and subsequently his heart. She turns out to be a fanatical Christian who is waiting for God to reveal the identity of her future husband. Brian decides to write a novel and make Angel the heroine hoping to win her heart in the process.
Book Synopsis Homelessness in America by : Michele Wakin
Download or read book Homelessness in America written by Michele Wakin and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2022-02-18 with total page 379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title provides a one-stop resource for understanding the crisis of homelessness in the United States. It covers risk factors for homelessness, societal attitudes about the homeless, and public and private resources designed to prevent homelessness and help those in need. There are a number of questions to be answered when addressing the subject of homelessness in the United States. What are the primary causes of homelessness? What are the economic and socioeconomic factors that have an impact on homeless people? What demographic trends can be identified in homeless populations? Is the U.S. addressing the needs and concerns of homeless people adequately? Where are the areas with the highest homeless populations? What can be done to help homeless people who live with mental illness and/or addiction problems? Homelessness in America: A Reference Handbook answers all of these questions and more. It thoroughly examines the history of homelessness in the U.S., shining a light on the key issues, events, policies, and attitudes that contribute to homelessness and shape the experience of being homeless. It places special emphasis on exploring the myriad problems that force people into homelessness, such as inadequate levels of affordable housing, struggles with substance abuse, and gaps in the U.S.' social welfare system. In addition, it explains why some demographic groups are at heightened risk of homelessness.
Book Synopsis Homelessness and Street Crime by : Pete Schauer
Download or read book Homelessness and Street Crime written by Pete Schauer and published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2017-07-15 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hundreds of thousands of Americans are without a home, sleeping on streets or in temporary shelters. Nearly one-fifth of homeless Americans suffer from an untreated mental illness. Due in part to reductions in state and city budgets, many who need assistance are left to live on the street. One natural byproduct of a life on the street is criminal behavior, as adaptation to illegal acts becomes a matter of survival. Could ending homelessness reduce crime? What are ways in which that could be achieved, and whose responsibility is it? Are the homeless being unfairly blamed for street crime? This volume offers a close examination of the issue from a variety of viewpoints.
