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How do we make a difference?


Reported by Karen

Published on Tuesday, January 11th, 2022

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How do we make a difference?


Written by Karen

Published on Tuesday, January 11th, 2022

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I read the article and agree that the media depict homelessness and the homeless as a separate entity, void of any compassion. 

I am fortunate to have a roof over my head and now have quite a comfortable lifestyle, but during my addiction I experienced the stress and anxiety of no fixed abode.   

My question is: how can we make a difference to how society thinks and treats this massive problem, where do we start?  

How do we reach those people that openly think it’s the homeless person’s fault or that they are all druggies and winos so therefore not worth a toss.

Written by Karen


I'm Karen from Manchester it's great to meet you all. I'm a recovering alcoholic,
I experienced a short time of homelessness many years ago, I'm a survivor of domestic abuse and I'm happy to say I've come through it all.
I volunteered at a local Alcohol and Substance Abuse centre where I qualified as a Peer Mentor.
I now care for my elderly dad who is housebound and I feel blessed to be able and well enough to do this.
I hope as part of this Community Reporting team our stories can contribute to making a difference to homelessness and health inequalities and shine a light on any other injustices we come across.
 

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