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Posted on: Fri, Aug 29 2008 3:57 PM
Posted by: vrimkreaper Posts: 133
Posted on: Fri, Aug 29 2008 4:00 PM
Posted by: Christopher Hill Posts: 257
You mentioned Salvation Army. Are you in the UK or another country? I was once homeless in the UK so would be able to give u some numbers if it is the UK that you are in.
Posted on: Fri, Aug 29 2008 4:02 PM
Posted by: shellGVchick Posts: 1,261
Forgive me but this isn't the first time you've posted this same stuff. I've never heard of Salvation Army providing internet access. I'm sorry but there is something really fishy about this. Every time you get kicked out some how you miraculously find access to the internet.
Posted on: Fri, Aug 29 2008 4:10 PM
Posted on: Fri, Aug 29 2008 4:26 PM
I have a number of mental health conditions myself so i can relate.
Firstly a hospital would not discharge you unless they knew you had somewhere safe to live or go to. Salvation Army in this country would put you up for one night at a time only and not a long stay. You need to get yourself registered as homeless with the council (or US equivalent) and contact homeless charities which you can do as you have internet access.
Just some advice off the top of my head. Once things are more settled and you want to talk more i am here but you need to get regular accomodation sorted first otherwise you will be back in hospital again or worse.
Chris
Posted on: Fri, Aug 29 2008 4:30 PM
Posted by: tsh3406 Posts: 172
I work for a "one stop" community services agency and regional planning commission, they are in almost every county in every state in the U.S. We have the Salvation Army and the Department of Housing and Urban Development, among other offices, all in the same building. We also have a resourse room, providing "walk-in's" with access to phone, fax, and internet. If you like, I can find the one nearest you based on your zipcode. I think it would be a tremendous benifit.
Tim
Posted on: Fri, Aug 29 2008 4:33 PM
Posted by: TriDog Posts: 1,787
vrimkreaper:then again it seems like the only option to get a job for a place to stay)
Vrim, I realize that you’re in crisis situation at this moment. Once you have secured an emergency place to stay, why isn’t getting a job and a place to stay reasonable option? Are you looking for something free?
Posted on: Fri, Aug 29 2008 4:49 PM
I should add that these agencies would be very helpful in placing you in a job as well. Like Tri said, it's reasonable expectation, and help is always availible to you to "get back on your feet", should you want it.
T
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