Colorado group battles homelessness with "housing first" approach

[@itsmetimtim]

this is exactly what the whole US should be doing to solve homelessness. It has been proven the single best system to help the homeless get their lives back together, when people are able to properly clean themselves, stay safe from the outside, and have access to clean drinking water, they will have a much better chance of actually getting a job, and moving on from whatever caused them to be homeless in the first place. we need to stop ignoring this problem

[@bradbrown7273]

And we need to combat the banks and financial institutions that sky rocket home prices. If you a single working American or family you shouldn't have to worry about housing.

[@civirebel]

Our children and mothers safety is central to this countries future, as housing and life insecurities impact children to a much greater extent than an adult... Cortisol and childhood trauma don't magically disappear......

[@valerieroberts8241]

This will help a group of people, which is awesome, but there are chronic drug users and mentally ill that it can not help.

[@henrihesse1142]

Did you know that Finland has implemented Housing First decades ago, just like he described. It has been a great success! And I know as a Finn that if my life falls apart at least I have a house for me and my family. It's funny how studies show that Finnish tax-payers save 10k - 15k dollars each year for keeping one Finn out of the streets. I mean somebody would think the government shouldn't provide permanent houses for the homeless but statistics show that it's still cheaper than letting people cause trouble out of desperation. Charity that saves you money.

[@moonlily1]

A lot of American conservatives aren't going to care that this approach actually saves money and makes sense. They're just going to keep repeating the mantra "it's the principle". And the principle in their mind is that homeless people have done something wrong and deserve their situation and the moral 'right' isn't to help them but force them to 'pull themselves up by their bootstraps' (without having any suggestions as to HOW to do that), and that any kind of 'free handout' is antithetical to the values of independence and self-determination. However, some of the less indoctrinated who aren't bad people but just have the bad ideas, will come around when they see that it works and, well, that there's something in it for them (cleaner, safer communities). They're always quite convinced that anything that costs tax money is going to make them poor and take from their own quality of life; you won't be able to convince them because they are too emotionally invested in that point of view. You just have to do things despite their complaints and SHOW them they are wrong. They will accept it eventually, but you will never, ever get them to agree to it before it's already done.

[@mathieuavisse4623]

yeah if i fail i ll have to shoot myself ...

[@cindyb5364]

Wish I could move there. I hate the Us. I'm probably going to die in a week because I'm going to be homeless when I'VE TRIED EVERYTHING AND TO TOP THAT ALL MY FAMILY DIED

[@henrihesse1142]

@@cindyb5364 I'm so sorry to hear that. I think you may be able to get visa for working in Finland if you get a job here. Then after several years you will get Finnish citizenship and you may enjoy all the social benefits that I do here. If you explain your situation to the Finnish ministry I think your changes may get better for getting the visa. I'm not an expert on Finnish migration laws or processes, I have to admit... Remember that it's not your fault that you lost your family and now about to be homeless. Ask your government for help! Your wellbeing is their task and you can demand for essential help to push through your hard situation

[@stokedmtb333]

@@moonlily1 THIS! Your comments are exactly my thoughts as well…I live in the Southern US and this would be a hard sell to the counties that are held by republicans. Being homeless is seen by them as being a drug addict, an alcoholic and therefore morally bankrupt individuals who choose their lot in life. It’s a SHAME! These issues are close to my heart because I have personal similar experiences. I am doing much better now and want to help give others hope. My thought is to slowly introduce these methods at the street level to cops who police the homeless daily especially in bigger cities. If we can convince the guys who are doing the policing I think it would help spread up the chain of command - and Republicans LOVE law enforcement and military so my thought is if the cops get behind this it would help persuade the politicians. Showing the cops that money can be freed up in the county budget which can be invested in better working conditions and higher salaries for them. There are MANY challenges to overcome to be sure - a journey of a thousand miles starts with one step.

[@bethroesch2156]

Moving them from one spot to another is just plain stupid and a waste of money. Housing is the ONLY solution to homelessness. These are human beings and not all of them want to be homeless. The ones that do won't take help, that's their right. But for people who don't want to be on the streets, they are going to need help. Deposit, 1st months rent, utilities, furniture, etc cost. If you get them housing, they can get jobs or benefits, now that they have an address. They can work towards something instead of just trying to survive. Every one of "those" people are someone's child, brother, sister, parent. You never know when it could be you.

[@whiteeye3453]

Wow such empathy you have there

[@jimcarrington6744]

The VAST majority of our homeless are disabled or elderly. (not drug addicts) I'm a permanently disabled veteran, who is one of them. I drink 3-4 drinks a year, but no drugs, no prescriptions, no criminal record, no debt, because I have never been given a loan & never owned a credit card. In America, no credit is much worse than bad credit. "Each and every time that a human speaks, their thoughts are simultaneously BROADCAST in a much richer way than can be fit into words." No belief included, I simply remember before being taught verbal language. (mom later said I was not a year old) Our languages serve NO greater purpose than to enable dishonesty. The lies go back much farther than people today realize. We are ALL spirits regardless of belief/opinion. Regardless of belief, we MUST learn to treat others the way we want to be treated ourselves. FIRST, we should help those who need our help the MOST.

[@bumgarner4987]

This should have been a priority decades ago not just now !!!

[@frenchvanilla7109]

Yes I agree.

[@DYLAN102001]

It didn't put money in the pockets of greedy politicians and corporations that's why it wasn't done then. It's getting done now because homelessness is now a annoying and visible for all to see so now they have to make them disappear either by policing them away, effectively kicking the can down the block, or doing the smart thing and building more cheap housing.

[@jackhammer7824]

@@DYLAN102001 Imagine affordable accommodation for a homeless person. That's really a radical idea. I thought just Throwing people in jail was the plan , it's Been the policy for the last 70 years.

[@DYLAN102001]

@@jackhammer7824 Yeah it is radical! Imagine if all the NIMBYies just went and jumped off a cliff, developers built affordable housing near jobs and employers didn't require an address or didn't ask about past felonies and landlords didn't look up past evictions. Do you know how many homeless would be off the streets if people did simply that!?😱

[@jackhammer7824]

@@DYLAN102001 Denver is about to lease several motels in the metro area for the homeless to stay at least a year. They already have some camps set up With expensive ice fishing tents for people. They also have some small houses in a couple of places. It makes Life and getting back on track easier for those that are trying. About 30- 80% Have substance abuse issues, depending on who you talk to. It's only Going to get worse if citizens don't speak up and demand action from their government. The problem is about 1/3 Of the chronic don't want help or any rules to live by. Getting high in your private little tent ,forgetting pain is the priority.

[@esterrios3998]

So there are good-hearted people out there with brains to go with it! It brought me to tears! Thank you! Thank you!

[@wandajones8598]

I love that! "The goal is, to keep them housed."

[@jackhammer7824]

Yea, stay in your box , we don't want to see your face on our streets in a tent. Now what about the addicts that are In a bad cycle of using. We got other Boxes for you.

[@wandajones8598]

@@jackhammer7824 are you insane! What is wrong with people having permanent housing?

[@jackhammer7824]

@@wandajones8598 On the back of the tax payer? Good luck. How about buy all the Good used Motorhomes and a park with Electricity, Showers and laundry. Pay phones, clean drinking water. That would be more cost effective than building 3 million dollar apt. Boxes.

[@wandajones8598]

@@jackhammer7824 I support the help in any form.

[@wandajones8598]

@@jackhammer7824 one more thing. I have heard that term my whole life. And felt guilty about it. But now I realize it is just the weapon of choice. The truth is taxes are a fact in this country. So, even if their were no people in need the taxpayers money will go to infrastructure, there is always going to be taxes. At least it goes to the people at this point in time. It's okay you complain about it, your taxes pay for you to have that right.😊

[@davidtate166]

Go boulder Colorado.a great city😔😎taking care of the Its people.

[@FINSuojeluskunta]

The same city that prevented new housing so that it would stay exclusive.

[@rlsnorton864]

Housing First is a good thing

[@johnbrinkley3620]

Thanks slot youtubeyou suck

[@gina4808]

@Jerry Harvey no, no one cares

[@jimcarrington6744]

The VAST majority of our homeless are disabled or elderly. (not drug addicts) I'm a permanently disabled veteran, who is one of them. I drink 3-4 drinks a year, but no drugs, no prescriptions, no criminal record, no debt, because I have never been given a loan & never owned a credit card. In America, no credit is much worse than bad credit. "Each and every time that a human speaks, their thoughts are simultaneously BROADCAST in a much richer way than can be fit into words." No belief included, I simply remember before being taught verbal language. (mom later said I was not a year old) Our languages serve NO greater purpose than to enable dishonesty. The lies go back much farther than people today realize. We are ALL spirits regardless of belief/opinion. Regardless of belief, we MUST learn to treat others the way we want to be treated ourselves. FIRST, we should help those who need our help the MOST.

[@straightup6472]

I sit here with my heart in my throat and the tears flow.....Wooooow! Folks buy Ray's motorized bikes, we can see he has not given up and he is providing transportation that is affordable in today's soaring prices that many of us cannot afford to live....BRAVO RAY!

[@rl6116]

Housing First is a great idea. It gives the people dignity and pride.

[@spackar2720]

I believe that food, housing, and healthcare are human rights.

[@vicbrock1277]

I venture to say your not Republican... With your statement, U sure your usa citizen...

[@jimcarrington6744]

As someone who has raised my right hand & pledged to uphold those rights, I completely agree! The VAST majority of our homeless are disabled or elderly. (not drug addicts) I'm a permanently disabled veteran, who is one of them. I drink 3-4 drinks a year, but no drugs, no prescriptions, no criminal record, no debt, because I have never been given a loan & never owned a credit card. In America, no credit is much worse than bad credit. "Each and every time that a human speaks, their thoughts are simultaneously BROADCAST in a much richer way than can be fit into words." No belief included, I simply remember before being taught verbal language. (mom later said I was not a year old) Our languages serve NO greater purpose than to enable dishonesty. The lies go back much farther than people today realize. We are ALL spirits regardless of belief/opinion. Regardless of belief, we MUST learn to treat others the way we want to be treated ourselves. FIRST, we should help those who need our help the MOST.

[@elsie5642]

@@jimcarrington6744 Yes! ❤

[@jimcarrington6744]

@@elsie5642 words in quotation marks are mine alone, so feel free to quote 'em

[@CharlesLouisRosario]

💯 I’ve been there. After my daughter was murdered in 2018, I almost lost it all. Mental I illness brought on by depression is something nobody can prepare for. Took 2 years to get back in good standing and pay off debts. Now there’s the school loan about to start knocking again. I’ve paid 25k for and original loan of 19k and today I owe 33k (2 year technical college for a degree I can’t get a job for. I was essentially automated out of work. Not giving up but it’s no joke. Opened a pressure washing company and continually work on personal development, socializing, less time on iPhone, eat well, workout and still it’s rough. Now imagine a mentally challenged person who is alone. That’s just inhumane to be in denial despite all the overwhelming evidence. All the conditions are right and it’s undeniable that we need to solve this quick. There are folks out there who take it as a slight that your brothers and sisters should be given a leg up when really it’s just leveling the playing field. It’s Evil to do nothing less!

[@han-tyumitheconfusedcyborg1656]

hey, how's it going? hope your doing a little better man, I really hope things get better for you eventually :)

[@jimcarrington6744]

The VAST majority of our homeless are disabled or elderly. (not drug addicts) I'm a permanently disabled veteran, who is one of them. I drink 3-4 drinks a year, but no drugs, no prescriptions, no criminal record, no debt, because I have never been given a loan & never owned a credit card. In America, no credit is much worse than bad credit. "Each and every time that a human speaks, their thoughts are simultaneously BROADCAST in a much richer way than can be fit into words." No belief included, I simply remember before being taught verbal language. (mom later said I was not a year old) Our languages serve NO greater purpose than to enable dishonesty. The lies go back much farther than people today realize. We are ALL spirits regardless of belief/opinion. Regardless of belief, we MUST learn to treat others the way we want to be treated ourselves. FIRST, we should help those who need our help the MOST.

[@KenSoHappyClegg]

Right on, good to see this getting started in the US. Finland has had fantasic success with it for over 20 years.

[@rl6116]

Cole Chandler, what a hero you are. You are a blessing for sharing with those who have no home.

[@dwaynepeterson9337]

Cole Chandler is no hero. He and Colorado Village Collaborative are lying to the public. Denver Mayor Michael Hancock, H.O.S.T., and Denver City Council are complicit in allowing crime at these compounds. Everyone at these shelters should be incarcerated.

[@youngraines851]

This is very good start - there will be a sense of belonging for the residents & this fresh start will equip them with a sense of dignity and even a desire to give the good they receive back to society. Thumbs up!!!

[@virginiahurley8806]

Amen!! How beautiful!! It doesn’t take much to make a mark for the good!!!

[@MRiitta]

There you have it! Colorado showing how it's done! Best regards from Finland;)

[@debbieh848]

It’s a beautiful thing to see. Hopefully it grows to all states. People working together to help each other in times of need. Thanks be to Jesus!!!!

[@lara-ce2kg]

That is amazing!!!! Giving people a chance at a better life..

[@Neb.333]

This is amazing spread the news!!!

[@jimcarrington6744]

The VAST majority of our homeless are disabled or elderly. (not drug addicts) I'm a permanently disabled veteran, who is one of them. I drink 3-4 drinks a year, but no drugs, no prescriptions, no criminal record, no debt, because I have never been given a loan & never owned a credit card. In America, no credit is much worse than bad credit. "Each and every time that a human speaks, their thoughts are simultaneously BROADCAST in a much richer way than can be fit into words." No belief included, I simply remember before being taught verbal language. (mom later said I was not a year old) Our languages serve NO greater purpose than to enable dishonesty. The lies go back much farther than people today realize. We are ALL spirits regardless of belief/opinion. Regardless of belief, we MUST learn to treat others the way we want to be treated ourselves. FIRST, we should help those who need our help the MOST.

[@Molloyjenn]

Finland has been doing housing first with rave results. It’s a great idea.

[@richardt6256]

That's the best choice! It worked in Finland long ago and more cities should do it! Otherwise, they will only go in circles without solving the problem!

[@daniellarsontwitch9674]

We need more of this type of housing

[@xvwolnm]

Everybody needs place to live.

[@sweetcherry7759]

We need to continue this all around the country-

[@magdalisalmodovar9113]

This is a great thing for these poor homeless people. Bless these people that came out with these tiny homes.

[@tharpeaddy]

It is a rich idea for a poor community in a rich country makes sense

[@zinknot]

But what happens when homeless from the whole country flock there for the free housing? And when some purposely become homeless so they can get free housing too? All these "solutions" are making the problem worse.

[@strayedarticle2838]

@@zinknot Purposely becoming homeless sounds nuts. I'd rather my taxes pay for public housing than just about anything else the government spends it on.

[@jimcarrington6744]

@@strayedarticle2838 Yes, you & Magdalis Almodovar are both absolutely right! The VAST majority of our homeless are disabled or elderly. (not drug addicts) I'm a permanently disabled veteran, who is one of them. I drink 3-4 drinks a year, but no drugs, no prescriptions, no criminal record, no debt, because I have never been given a loan & never owned a credit card. In America, no credit is much worse than bad credit. "Each and every time that a human speaks, their thoughts are simultaneously BROADCAST in a much richer way than can be fit into words." No belief included, I simply remember before being taught verbal language. (mom later said I was not a year old) Our languages serve NO greater purpose than to enable dishonesty. The lies go back much farther than people today realize. We are ALL spirits regardless of belief/opinion. Regardless of belief, we MUST learn to treat others the way we want to be treated ourselves. FIRST, we should help those who need our help the MOST.

[@robinsss]

@@zinknot these cottages can be made for such a low cost that it would not be a big deal

[@keisharaye3304]

California needs this with structure 💯

[@devilsatan2973]

But that makes to much sense!

[@jimmielovett226]

I love the tiny home village approach

[@image30p]

It costs less to provide housing. Plus it gives people a chance to get back on their feet and that really adds value

[@lastchance6993]

Outstanding

[@instinctjones8008]

Great job though, we need to show the homeless we still love them, they're still family, still humans. Yes we are our brother's keepers.

[@thisguy8967]

Too easy ! Perfect solution especially in this GREAT COUNTRY

[@PornIsHate]

So great that it makes homelessness!

[@jimcarrington6744]

The VAST majority of our homeless are disabled or elderly. (not drug addicts) I'm a permanently disabled veteran, who is one of them. I drink 3-4 drinks a year, but no drugs, no prescriptions, no criminal record, no debt, because I have never been given a loan & never owned a credit card. In America, no credit is much worse than bad credit. "Each and every time that a human speaks, their thoughts are simultaneously BROADCAST in a much richer way than can be fit into words." No belief included, I simply remember before being taught verbal language. (mom later said I was not a year old) Our languages serve NO greater purpose than to enable dishonesty. The lies go back much farther than people today realize. We are ALL spirits regardless of belief/opinion. Regardless of belief, we MUST learn to treat others the way we want to be treated ourselves. FIRST, we should help those who need our help the MOST.

[@mrrobertwolfiii1079]

Thanks for keeping up with This

[@Kamikaze_4]

Amazing. I'd love to learn more about this so we can perhaps have this spread in other areas. It's such a simple idea. I wonder what the costs are for building a tiny home like this, furnishing them, electricity, heating, and maintaining areas like this would be. Also, I wonder where they got the land to do this. You'd have issues with building this sort of thing near some communities (urban/suburban settings) because they'd fight against having a homeless community near them. But you can't have it too far into rural America because they also need to be near actual job opportunities. I hope they find success!!

[@Rustea314]

It is goodwill towards men.

[@evanblalock9744]

Guaranteed housing for all in America would cost roughly $150 billion per year. That sounds like a lot but the projected military budget for 2022 is going to be $768 billion

[@yourdedcat-qr7ln]

@@evanblalock9744 thank God someone knows this we can afford it. It's not beyond us.

[@heavyc4450]

@@evanblalock9744 housing crisis being solved means less crime and less trash. It would also allow for some of the homeless to reintegrate Into society. Housing being an investment is a path of destruction for the country. It needs laws and limits without those being influence by lobbyist.

[@palaceofgnosis9941]

I have an idea,put the homeless people on the indian reservations. We have been segregating indians away from normal society because they were un-civlized.Now,they are civilized and we are still giving them special treatment. The Constitution states that all men are created equal,no special treatment regarding race religion,etc.Why are we still funding indian reservations? The United States has been funding the indian reservations,some of them get free housing,free schooling,free vehicles,free health/dental care. The taxpayers are giving them lots of free stuff and free retirement homes.We should integrate indians into normal society and use the the reservation land to house the homeless. Certain homeless cant work,give them small houses on the reservations.The other homeless that can work should be be able to get temporary housing,a plastic house,that can be reused until they find work.The homeless are still Americans.

[@terryjames548]

You never heard of homeless back in the day. Income disparity and the devaluation of currency since the ‘70’s needs to be reversed. This is a man made problem. I’ve only heard one candidate proposing systemic change starting with the MIC.

[@jujujupiter]

Terry Quelet When is “back in the day”? Homelessness has been a problem for centuries. Are you instead implying homelessness came about in the 70s? Also who is this one candidate that you referred to who is proposing change? Fill us in. And what is MIC? It may be some obvious acronym to you. Maybe it was an acronym they used back in the day.

[@terryjames548]

Jennifer Martin I grew up in the 60’s and 70’s. There were some vagrants and hobos, but nothing like we see today. It’s not even close. I’m talking about the US in my lifetime, not centuries ago. I think my statements above are accurate. Why would this be? There has to be a reason. The MIC is the Military Industrial Complex that President Eisenhower specifically warned us about . The only candidate calling effectively this out was Tulsi Gabbard in my opinion. Sanders also spoke about this, but Tulsi was really more comprehensive and articulate in her proposals. The majority of the money in your country increasingly has gone to too few individuals, making providing the basics in life a growing challenge for folks who work. The recent Rand Corp study concluded over $47 Trillion has gone to 1% of the US population since 1974. Previous to that, it was much lower. The Fed Chairman just yesterday mentioned income disparity is a huge economic problem, but can only be addressed by legislators.

[@one_hoop]

I believe that, besides the economic factors, a large change from the 70s is the steady decline of government psychiatric care.

[@jimcarrington6744]

The VAST majority of our homeless are disabled or elderly. (not drug addicts) I'm a permanently disabled veteran, who is one of them. I drink 3-4 drinks a year, but no drugs, no prescriptions, no criminal record, no debt, because I have never been given a loan & never owned a credit card. In America, no credit is much worse than bad credit. "Each and every time that a human speaks, their thoughts are simultaneously BROADCAST in a much richer way than can be fit into words." No belief included, I simply remember before being taught verbal language. (mom later said I was not a year old) Our languages serve NO greater purpose than to enable dishonesty. The lies go back much farther than people today realize. We are ALL spirits regardless of belief/opinion. Regardless of belief, we MUST learn to treat others the way we want to be treated ourselves. FIRST, we should help those who need our help the MOST.

[@Yormsane]

Boulder: We help the homeless by providing housing. Colorado Springs: But how is this a punishment?

[@johnstach4601]

With housing being high this needs to be done

[@charlesbuscareno307]

I want this near me!!!

[@dannylemons717]

Smart men and I like their view on the homeless very smart and heartfelt thank you

[@mikeschumacher9715]

Sounds like a pretty good program.

[@theresehopkins1581]

This should be nation-wide!!! 😊❤🎉 Housing first has already been proven to work in other countries! America should follow suit.❤

[@khrashingphantom9632]

This was very interesting. I wonder how this is doing now and the logistics surrounding it (registration, who gets what, requirements, utilities, who distributes and monitors the properties. ect) Because this is a GREAT idea.

[@dwaynepeterson9337]

I know firsthand there is no oversight, guardrails, or accountability. Residents engage in criminal activity and Cole Chandler, Colorado Village Collaborative, H.O.S.T., Denver Mayor Michael Hancock, and Denver City Council condone this nefarious behaviour. Residents are trafficking drugs and humans. There is prostitution, domestic terrorism, gun violence, theft, property damage, child pornography, and physical altercations. These compounds are sanctuaries for criminals who are endangering neighbourhoods, schools, and parks.

[@carmenbalko1372]

LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS…GOD BLESS and THANK ALL THE EARTH ANGELS WHO GOT THIS GOING…COMPASSION WORKS MIRACLES…THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@eondrache7786]

This was a solution back in 2016 I think? In LA but the governor didn't like that it was better than his pretty 2 billion dollar plan so they seized them and destroyed them. After that homelessness only increased in la

[@richardtiiird8464]

Its cheaper to home someone than keep them in jail . it also stops crime and their less likely to dabble in drugs and alcohol abuse. most people turn to this from despair. poverty.

[@williammount6496]

They get $4,000/mo/homeless. Finally the city will spend $4,000 once .. this makes sense .

[@thomgri]

tiny housing places to rent are very few and usually to expensive or are far away from transport.

[@lauradawson7737]

Maybe this too can be changed. It takes political will and peoples input.

[@GaasubaMeskhenet]

We already have so many houses. But some people hoard them even tho they don't live in them

[@HjCrawford]

You mean, landlords?

[@GaasubaMeskhenet]

@@HjCrawford yes

[@HjCrawford]

🤦

[@GaasubaMeskhenet]

@@HjCrawford Hoarding property isn't a job. You got an argument against that?

[@HjCrawford]

@@GaasubaMeskhenet thats an absurd statement. Who in their right mind would think thats a job?

[@charlesbuscareno307]

This is amazing!

[@pamelahomeyer748]

It has to be done right. Remember that 1/3 of the people are caught there by surprise and will usually find their way out if they have half a chance.

[@iyaharris1171]

Wonderful. amazing grace. Yes yes.

[@mrrobertwolfiii1079]

Government has assigned funds to assist in good means.

[@Jason-md2fn]

Well done man!

[@williammount6496]

So where has all the money go? Ambassador Mount

[@paularose3847]

I noticed the flat screen on the wall. Not an essential. Who paid for that, and the electricity to operate it?

[@David-pm8th]

Housing first will work. Housing first is on the right track to end homelessness.

[@dylanavery8564]

I would have started crying

[@YoniNadi]

What about the property taxes on these tiny houses?

[@one_hoop]

If it is ran by the government or a non-profit, it is likely exempt from property taxes. If it is privately held, then the taxes should hopefully be offset by the deduction for the value of the charitable donation?

[@AngieWy]

Sounds like they want to make it sound like it was America's idea. Like it was said below. Finland already figured out that this works. Respect is everything.

[@evangelistmariesalvation2151]

You shall overcome God bless you all, that is awesome

[@oobrocks]

Yes; it’s how Finland has nearly eliminated homelessness

[@89harley1]

Yes I agree if you don’t give any rules, you will be Able to house people. But I’ve seen people with no arms that are incredibly productive.

[@Chelle12959]

My brother and I need this badly. We have income but can't find anything! Drugs and alcohol are no problem for us. We don't use them...

[@yourdedcat-qr7ln]

How y'all doing now?

[@cindyb5364]

I took care of my family who all died and in a week I'm going to be homeless. Nobody cares. I'm going to die.

[@Mockduck2020]

At this point, I doubt there really is that much interest in stopping homelessness. Someone is making money off it to have it be this rampant

[@dwaynepeterson9337]

It is imperative the public understand the type of entity that is Colorado Village Collaborative (CVC) and its creator Cole Chandler. From 2020 February to February 2022 I was, unfortunately, a resident of the temporary emergency homeless shelter (tiny home village) "Beloved Community Village (BCV)" "operated" by Colorado Village Collaborative (CVC) and Cole Chandler. I left attributable to not being safe. I was being harassed, stalked, verbally abused, racially violated, and was threatened with the use of a firearm. I remain unhoused. Residents are engaged in drug trafficking, prostitution, child pornography, racism, gun violence, sanitation violations, menacing, stalking, harassment, threats, public disturbance, destruction of property, and verbal and physical altercations. Within these two (2) years of my residency at BCV I reported the individuals committing these and other crimes to law enforcement on no less than fifty (50) occasions. It was I, not "Beloved Community Village" staff, Colorado Village Collaborative, or Cole Chandler, that addressed sanitation violations. I frequently submitted reports about rats, trash, defecation and feces populating the grounds and in the "community" house at this temporary emergency homeless shelter to Danica Lee the Director of Public Health Inspections Division Denver Department of Public Health and Environment Furthermore, as I review the Colorado Village Collaborative website, I notice individuals in pictures from "Beloved Community Village" and SOS sites who engage in criminal activity, destroyed "units" at "Beloved Community Village," and who did not locate "housing" as Cole Chandler has stated, but "transitioned" to one of the many (un)safe outdoor spaces. Cole Chandler and Colorado Village Collaborative (CVC) are not interested in stopping crime at and inviting crime to BCV. Now BCV is relocating to the 4100/4200 blocks of North Monroe by 30 April 2022. Cole Chandler and CVC's negligence only emboldens these criminals to continue their insidious behaviour and from one move to the next additional communities (schools, parks, neighbourhoods) are being adversely impacted. Other violations by Cole Chandler and CVC include an extant resident I know at Beloved "Community" Village (BCV) who worked for a "Safe Outdoor Space" (SOS) also "operated" by CVC. This individual was told by CVC and BCV staff he was not allowed to take breaks, including a lunch break. BCV and CVC also stated to this individual that he was mandated to work overtime and without compensation for those extra hours. I informed this individual that those are EEOC and EEOE violations and he can file a lawsuit against CVC. After two weeks of employment at this SOS this individual resigned. In the early summer of 2020, there was an altercation between three residents of BCV and an intruder who scaled the fence surrounding BCV. This individual possessed a knife and went door to door calling for a resident of BCV. I later learned the intruder was upset with a particular resident for a bad drug deal and a tete a tete between his, the intruder and his girlfriend. Upon locating this resident, he proceeded to stab this individual. The altercation travelled outdoors where two other residents became involved. Punches were thrown and blood was shed. The individual wielding the knife escaped. I noticed a discoloration on the deck of the "community" house at BCV. By this time a BCV staff member had arrived (it was around 2:30 a.m.). She informed me the stains were blood and that another resident, not involved in the altercation, was attempting to "clean it up." I enquired if this BCV staff member was calling the police. She said "no, we will handle this internally." If I had not been a fool, I would have, and should have, contacted the police myself. It is an unwritten rule or form of intimidation at BCV that the police should never be contacted. Well, I "broke" that rule many times over and was, until the day I left BCV on 3 February 2022, harassed for doing so. This is how CVC operates. They believe they are an island, a sovereign nation, that laws do not apply to them. The Civil Rights of people or color residing at BCV are violated. Crime is to be expected and according to Cole Chandler and CVC doctrine, "a hands off approach is necessary to avoid hurting people's (the Caucasian residents) feelings." There are no rules. There are no standards. There are no expectations. No one is held accountable. Approving "Safe Outdoor Spaces" whether they be tents (cities), outdoor parking, or tiny homes is only sanctioning crime. One may not like this testimony or wish to deny what I experienced at BCV, again a Colorado Village Collaborative (CVC) operation, but I was there. For 730 days, two years, I witnessed and was subject to crimes from BCV Staff, residents, and their guests, and CVC and Cole Chandler are complicit. Finally, the public needs to be aware that BCV is a temporary emergency homeless shelter like Samaritan House, Saint Francis Center ( where I witnessed multiple overdoses and physical altercations), Crossroads, Denver Rescue Mission (where I witnessed multiple physical altercations and sanitation violations), Father Woody's Haven of Hope (during my use of this facility an individual died of Hepatitis C), and the like. In order to receive favorable dispensation from certain entities Cole Chandler needed to change or alter its name. "Beloved Community Village" "operated" by Cole Chandler and Colorado Village Collaborative is lawlessness and anarchy. Good Day, Dwayne Peterson

[@kristenparente5936]

trump was right? hmm weird how that is constantly kept from people via fake news and this pay2play regime who hijacked this country and sold us

[@strayedarticle2838]

This community is affecting your property values isn't it?

[@lauradawson7737]

Thank you for your courage in speaking out and speaking truth to power .very few things are perfect as they begin, yet may always be improved if we continue to engage in conversation, such as these that are taking place at this particular time, and on this particular website. Just a brief note laws that are observed by society should not be blocked from use within these villages. This makes them subject to greater likelihood of corruption and miss use of power. May you be well, sir.

[@jimcarrington6744]

Get out of the big city & learn how to get along with small town folk, where we don't call the cops on everyone.

[@mathieuavisse4623]

it s permanent housing / unconditionnal permanent housing they need . would you live there ?

[@williesalder9276]

I love these rules

[@marjoriegoodwin2993]

Folks who are barely managing might be offered incentives for vasectomy. Free birth control should be available. When people are resituated and secure is a better time to consider adding babies to any of our lives. God bless all who are suffering from homelessness. I remember the pain.

[@anniehills3580]

They will not just be given property. They need temp housing until they get themselves together. If there were a place to help them figure out how to move forward, job skills, health care, etc.

[@vanhughes]

I remember the man building tiny homes for the homeless on the West coast and they destroyed it! Housing for the homeless IS THE SOLUTION! And the streets are better for other people. Healthier people and cleaner streets and room for progress and growth.

[@devilsatan2973]

Yep. The state took the homes. Then they took the solar power systems out. He was some big time music guy. The city also put laws in place saying you had to move them every few days as well. I think he got them back via a court case.

[@babehootman9694]

I live in Pueblo Colorado I am homeless and live in a tent winter is coming how do I get on this program now I am single white female 52 years old and I couldn't get proper legal representation in the state of Colorado as a result I am homeless

[@bvegannow1936]

Convince gov to let everyone use an acre of free tax free fertile land to grow a food forest on and live on. End farm subsidies. End tax breaks to farms exsept those who grow healthy vegan food for human consumption exsept no large mono crops. End mandatory school, ged and hsd requirements, age limits, minimum wage, and exsessive regs. People should be able to learn how to do a good job they want so they can afford a house and car before 18. For those who and whos parents cant afford it, chairty (where the donar gets a full non refundable tax credit that carrys over for an unlimited number of years) and or the about 180,000dollars spent on k thru 12 per student could pay for it and trash k thru 12 and some of that money could be used to promote more independence and healthy living.

[@shrimboi8909]

In San Francisco, they are building luxury apartments right in the heart of the Tenderloin.

[@lisamitchell1409]

Can you tell me if me and my fiance can get help with a tiny home

[@mohawkdriver2504]

Roosevelt relocated thousands of Japanese to internment camps away from coastal regions during WWII into temporary buildings in remote, mostly desert areas. They were as well appointed as military temp facilities and as well as keeping them out of the elements, there were schools, medical facilities. Too bad those internment camps are no longer in existence. It would be a great place to rid our streets of chronic homeless.

[@anthonydeeney]

I wish the uk sites worked with the same idea very good thinking and plans

[@i_dont_live_here]

Round’em up!

[@sonjasleeper1511]

Bless their hearts but lets see how it goes. And how much

[@timupton8215]

Wow, 7 months later and there are still a lot of people leaving in tents on the streets. Denver creating more sanctioned homeless camps.

[@fildyb]

It's crazy they have to explain how involving armed forces isn't a good option as opposed to housing first. Unreal.

[@rosebudz7687]

It’s only the world we live in

[@debbiewilliams1978]

I LOVE THIS....

[@cathyknight7981]

I'm glad they got them off the streets

[@timupton8215]

There are still a lot of people living on the streets. This make have helped a few people.

[@SimpleMeFPV]

Why build new homes when so many large buildings are not being used now that people are working from home?

[@ruelpile]

I love this idea.

[@TheyRiseBand]

Surprised they aren't selling these for $500k in Denver.

[@healthysupereduardo2222]

Yes, with this I wouldn't hate America that long.

[@erikcal9097]

Should have the homeless help.

[@stevenmiller4329]

yeah they’re always looking for work

[@weaddictedtoperception]

Just follow Finland's lead. USA is severely behind the leader in solving homelessness.

[@johnathanfiske14]

Housing first is cheaper. It doesn't have to be elaborate, just a mini home with the basics.

[@mrrobertwolfiii1079]

That's the way those are the get back to life break we need.

[@TBoy1247]

Those tiny houses on Colorado make sense, if people can just be civilized. The Boulder apartments with no obligations to work or stay clean will fail, again.

[@westernnyliving2515]

This has been happening with great success in Finland and needs to be implemented here. The politicians will politicize it and the rich will not want to spend what they call their money. America needs to get away from the two party system and go to a humane system.

[@GGSBTBOFTL]

Charge them for being homeless!?! Then where do they go?

[@1xm_mx1]

All the blue states that espouse social programs should give this a shot. Especially the states that have the most homeless people.

[@theotheq]

What a surprise - housing people stops homelessness

[@hamiltoneuzarraga6546]

Why aren't we finding this? 37.5% of police action.

[@jujujupiter]

What’s that?

[@sierravista9013]

Great 👍

[@samanthaoconnor1982]

Nothing like this in Colorado Springs, where is desperately needed. Housing program lists are all closed, not even accepting applications in this area. I'm homeless, disabled, on SSI, Cancer survivor of two years but other long term health issues that affect my daily functioning, single female with a service dog. Not an alcoholic. Recovering addict, three going on four years... Can't get an ounce of help with housing from anyone, even during pandemic.

[@selsam7064]

This makes no sense in America the beautiful. As Tupac said, " They have money for wars but can't feed the poor ."

[@RickyCespedes]

I really think this can solve the homeless problem. But having to pay Rent may not be a good idea. If it low like 50 or 100 a month can help rebuild this people.

[@fenrir7878]

I think they said the rent is income based. But yeah, I feel you. The reason they're homeless is probably because they can't pay rent doesn't make sense. You can have a place a as long as you can pay for it, homeless person be like - but that's why I'm homeless.

[@traci635]

The government creates homelessness and what do they do? Push for the Supreme Court to pass a law against sleeping in public! We need more of these Tiny House communities NOT stupid laws that punish our homeless population.