Grants Pass' Insane Approach to Homelessness: Moving Day Madness

[@InvisiblePeople]

Illegal to Sleep: Grants Pass’ Cruel War on Homelessness kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4rdqWeQfLahmZosi=mh-z5iDXTjINhFjq

[@jonlittle5032]

While Grant Pass is a tragedy and an embarrassment, is there a reason you ignore the homeless in the rest of Americas cities? As a subscriber, I am seeing only videos on this one place. I am also not seeing any advocacy that involves solutions. There is a lot to criticize here, but advocacy doesn't start and end with criticism.

[@preshisify1]

😷☕🗽🇺🇲

[@415_Stand-up]

From what I saw I never seen not one homeless person in this video they were all drug addicts sad

[@preshisify1]

@@415_Stand-up you don't deserve a response, but a 71 year old woman was swept over memorial weekend with 100 others, worked and paid taxes all her life, rents are too high, property values are overinflated, property taxes are also up in tandem, it's easy to target, because if you make yourself better and dehumanize in your reasoning, then you won't end up like that too, another woman her husband died, 25 years raising children, a house just burnt down near my mom's, 5 firefighters sent to the hospital, 15 homeless, lost everything, .... It comes down to your bank account, and literally nothing else, besides fleecing or take advantage or scam predators especially the vulnerable, 30 to 50 percent are seniors, besides Aunt B at a soup kitchen with a freshly released felon from prison

[@lordgoro]

Should visit portland and interview/visit me. Was homeless 35 years across 46 states! I even write stories/books about my adventures across america.

[@arlitabeard7693]

I'm 76 lived in my 2 bedroom 2 bath for $400 a month my landlord has not raised it in 9 years here in Arkansas so blessed

[@meggrotte4760]

I've been told that not every place costs an arm in a leg. I don't understand what's happening in states. It seems like if he could have really small places.He can find reasonable housing But if you want to live in the big cities good luck

[@arlitabeard7693]

Ouside Little Rok Ar never had any problem got good neighbors quiet dead end street​@@Joce123

[@Benice337]

Would cost around 3000 per month where I live . It’s insane!

[@theresaroy2570]

It’s crazy how many people are homeless all over the country in big cities . I understand supply and demand , but here in Texas we’re it’s illegal to sleep outside thx to our governor 🙄 smdh . It’s to expensive but these people are from here used to the heat s someone mentioned move to small town no it’s all high rent here . I guess if they moved to WI ,IL Idk what you can do. Treating people like this is insane.

[@williamwaller2485]

Wow, you are blessed. 😑🙏🏽

[@joyful_tanya]

I want to thank you for your advocacy on behalf of the homeless. ❤ It's an insane response to homelessness and Grants Pass needs to be ashamed.

[@charlesyates6687]

Origon is a comunist state anyway

[@justmouse..]

Don't hold your breath with this Supreme Court. If you look at the criminalization of homelessness just a thought is that one person in jail or prison is worth x amount. A free person is worth zero. It's far more profitable to institutionalize people than it is to help them. Sad fact but it is a fact. The only way out of this is for people to help people. Federal money thrown at cities to solve this issue should be used to purchase apartment buildings or build them and rent them out to these suffering souls.

[@lorrilewis2178]

Do you really mean to say all the Christians on the Supreme Court don't care about the homeless? 😉

[@deedeetravels969]

And.... BIDEN keeps sending $$$$ to Ukraine! That $$$$$ would have helped many

[@amandasurratt4439]

I'm on disability and use section 8 to subsidize my rent, I'm worried that I'll be pushed out of the market and become homeless with the way things are going. Certain law makers are always calling for cuts to housing and food programs and some law makers are now openly proposing bills that either cut or sunset social security income which will make homeless worse because many of us, especially senior citizens, either have no family left to move in with or have family but can't take anyone in.

[@mombeach]

I can’t believe our tax dollars are going to house migrants, but not homeless US Vets, women, and men! 😢

[@3generations393]

May God bless you all for sharing love & kindness. Everyone is so dedicated to serving 🙏🙏❣️ Thank you all🙌💖💖

[@3generations393]

I am blessed to have a minivan -I'm making payments & fuel/maintenance id expensive. 🤷🙏🙏❣️

[@minigirl6839]

This man is anti God. He says it in every video. Are people not listening to him?

[@wendyrobertson188]

Ya know when I was homeless I lived in the woods behind a gas station with a group of about 15 others AND the sheriff knew we were back there because they came every day with 2 cases of water and what ever food they could get donated for us. Several of the officers who visited regularly complement us on how clean our camp was. It's because we kept our camp picked up and did the yard work daily. We hauled out our trash to the dumpster behind the gas station AFTER we got permission from the gas station owner to off load our trash there rather than carry it half a mile to the bus stop trash bins. I was only in the woods camp spot for approx 4 months b4 I found, through a friend, a safe back yard where my dog and myself could set up camp and be safe from attempts to break in the tents during work hours. I worked full time but wasn't making enough to afford an apartment or studio without it leaving me completely broke. How low can people go, well apparently low enough to make a homeless persons life miserable and degrading if they're willing to make a law requiring someone move every 3 days. Let them have to move house every 3 days and see how they like it. Love your videos. Keep reminding ppl that homeless ppl have feelings too and not all of them do drugs or drink either!

[@AUTISTICLYCAN]

A Section 8 certificate used to be the golden ticket. I know because I was once on disability \ SSI and Section 8 for 18 years. Back when I was on Section 8, apartments in the run down low rent parts of Baltimore were plentiful. Everyplace that took Section 8 vouchers was pure ghetto but I had a roof over my head. BUT NOW in 2024 a Section 8 Voucher is not so much the golden ticket to housing it was in my day. Today it's possible to get a Section 8 voucher look for three months and find NOTHING available ANYWHERE for the fair market rent the voucher covers. Most apartments available today are luxury units that cost more and aren't Section 8 approved. Affordable housing is not Invisible, it's rare!

[@Jack_rabbits_sage_brush]

I Carry my bug out bag with me at all times. Most people are only two paychecks to being homeless. Some only one paycheck. Joe Bidens and the democrats are responsible for this!

[@LoLoLifeinFlorida]

❤The people that volunteer to help are amazing!

[@drusilladana4184]

Finland has done a very good job of solving their homeless issues. While it is ongoing, it's remarkable how humane they treat others. From the video I saw, it stated their approach originated in the US!!

[@InvisiblePeople]

We have a documentary on this. it's the channel video and there's a link in the description of this video

[@sharminproctor8826]

How and what did Finland actually do with the homeless

[@drusilladana4184]

@@sharminproctor8826 I'm unable to tell you as elegantly & succinctly as the documentary does. I wouldn't be able to do it as well & thoroughly. I recommend everyone watch it. They did report that the new way of dealing with the homeless issue actually saved them money!

[@connor_flanigan]

@@sharminproctor8826 they warehouse them, get them off drugs and get them doing some kind of productive work. that's not going to happen with "homeless" in the USA because they won't 1)work nor 2)quit smoking/drinking/using drugs

[@sharminproctor8826]

@connor_flanigan I think some would work and get help if they could but maybe not all.. So what does warehouse them mean? Like in a giant ware house and did they all cooperate? Seems like all wouldn't I've always thought there is more to the story than what had been said . 🙏❤️

[@stephaniekc]

What a insane way to control homelessness.

[@starrleesimmons4291]

Pray for more tiny homes , They do save lifes . work with your town and citys for more spaces for them . I wonder which president would fix homeless for seniors ??? This is just unreal . This should not be happening ..

[@JeffPutnam-i1v]

Giving houses to drug addicts will never solve the issues they are dealing with. Most choose this life style.

[@starrleesimmons4291]

​ @user-wq4wr8oc8m what makes you think every senior on the street is a drug addict???? This is the problem with people helping homeless . people with as false information, lot of seniors were removed from buildings so they can put illegals in it , you're cold hearted .and you're putting false information out there, you shouldn't judge until you get to know the person..

[@JeffPutnam-i1v]

@starrleesimmons4291 you need to do more research. Youve been played by democrat policies. Watch Seattle is dying and that will help you catch up. I'm not cold hearted, just stating facts and no, taxpayers shouldn't have to foot the bill. Look up crime statistics in Grants Pass and it the "homeless" who are committing over 80%. Giving homes to mentally unstable people won't solve the problem. Education is the solution.

[@AUTISTICLYCAN]

@@starrleesimmons4291 Are you saying homeless drug addicts and alcoholics don't exist. The narrative about homeless drug addicts and homeless alcoholics persists because there are enough loud obvious examples to re-enforce the stereotype. The problem with stereotypes is it only takes seeing one to confirm a harmful bias that may be incorrect. The homeless guy that looks like you is one of this channels true "Invisible People." The homeless people you see are the loud mouthed, obnoxious, aggressive panhandling dope addicts and drunks trying to score money. We had a subway station near my work. We used to call it "The Gauntlet" because to leave the station you had to endure the pleadings of 20 homeless beggars trying to get food, money or cigarettes from you. I figured out the best way to get through unscathed was to never make eye contact, keep moving, move fast with purpose, never walk a straight line, zig and zag, never answer any questions, wear a tight fitting thick leather jacket and don't wear loose fitting clothes. I found if you do what I just said enough the homeless don't even bother to try to confront you anymore. My coworkers marveled at the fact the homeless never harassed me at all. Lady office workers used to meet me on the train so they could walk through the gauntlet unmolested with me. In cities dealing with aggressive pan handlers you have to send that leave me alone, lone wolf vibe!

[@TronixGuy93]

The problem is the "If there's no profit, I want no part of it" mentality. Shelter is a basic need and there should be ZERO barriers (that also means no "low" barrier) housing solutions for this problem to begin to resolve. EVERYONE should be entitled to it.

[@k80did2]

So frickin tired of unhoused folks being treated like trash. Its not right. Housing is a human right.

[@sheiladubiel892]

I agree its an insane way to treat the homeless ,

[@kathyinwonderlandl.a.8934]

After all these years doing this you’ve even gone to Canada and England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿…at no time has it improved or even let up, only increased. I anticipate only one way it will go and it’s not good. Insanity and heartless disdain will increase..only way change will be ignited is if some profound level of enlightenment comes about. It’s all about the greed of the people in power because they want ever more and more..it must be so hard for you to put yourself right in the mix year after year ..Bless your heart ❤️ you are a good man Mark.

[@Annierose911]

Total disgrace

[@joshsaeman84]

No kidding how can these folks live off of our taxes and repay us by leaving garbage and dirty needles for us to find.

[@Annierose911]

@@joshsaeman84 most of the people who are homeless are taking LEGAL DRUGS… doctors are killing people with drugs! there are mostly old people now! Veterans too! Are you really paying attention??!! ✌️

[@adamk1510]

​@@joshsaeman84karma

[@idkmankindawack]

@@joshsaeman84not how that works

[@Tattooedladyd]

Their law makes ZERO sense. The major contributing factor for me to overcome homelessness was holding a job through the chaos. They are making it impossible for folks who want to work. There is no way to stay within a reasonable walking distance to maintain employment when they’re bouncing around like that. Also, to see so many elderly and handicapped people in tents is beyond disturbing. Not only do we need affordable housing, we also need special housing for those on social security and disability. They are the most vulnerable, these people need a safe and secure place to live. God bless the volunteers who come to help them. I don’t consider it enabling, I consider it an act of kindness and it’s the right thing to do. These are human beings!!

[@kevingoble7705]

Your channel is SO informative! I’m a “seasonal “ park’s employee in Loveland, CO. I engage daily with the “unhoused” in the Loveland parks. I would like to see if traveling to Loveland and hear their stories would be of your interest.

[@InvisiblePeople]

I would love to visit someday

[@kevingoble7705]

@@InvisiblePeople thank you for responding! I wasn’t sure how else to reach out to you. Please let me know how I can help. My eyes have been opened working at the parks here in Loveland.

[@robertyoung7823]

God bless Mark and all the homeless

[@minigirl6839]

He actually talks down God in this video, actually most every video. He doesn't want God's blessing.

[@jerry3579]

I can't believe the woman who said she's 52 years old is actually that young. I mean I do believe it, but I'm shocked by what damage is apparently inflicted on the human body under such chronic adverse living conditions and the enormous stress it all entails.

[@myoldvhstapes]

I think she said 62.

[@shanehowerton175]

The world is blessed to have such kind hearted support. It speaks magnitudes of your positive character traits and healthy spirits to do such kind acts when the larger majority would rather incriminate and mass incarcerate. You will be rewarded. Likely not in this life but certainly in the next. Thank you so much.

[@cheri238]

Hello, Mark, and all beautiful people who care to share their hearts with those who need help for our unhoused. Never give up. The Supreme Court ruling was so injust last week. Our system of change begins with "we." 🙏♥️🌎🌏🌍🌿🕊🎵🎶🎵✨️✨️💫

[@jessejules2092]

What amazes me is being someone with a severe disability as I have that I didn't know I had, I spent years volunteering my support to others I thought were in need including 'well off' people, until I realized that I was the one needing support. The epiphany was the strangest feeling when I suddenly realized that I was the one in need. I have lived with rich and poor, owned a home, been semihomeless both home and abroad. Been taken advantage of and helped. We get what we deserve and we don't get what we deserve, both in both contexts. There is so much irony and contradiction of thought in this world, but from my experience, I know that the woman helping the homeless will be repaid in full for her time and energy. The universal law of Principle such as sowing and reaping either for good or bad will always manifest.

[@ms_christinejones]

Without a doubt, this year will be worse than the last. I lost a lot of money last year as a result of bad investment choices that I would not have made if I hadn't been so worried about my portfolio. I kept investing, but I couldn't determine whether to start paying for a house. In the end, I sold my positions, and the house needed more work than I had planned. I'm not sure how long I can keep going like this

[@LouisMorganxb3]

We've all made mistakes at some point. You should consider financial planning

[@angelodgreat6561]

True. My portfolio was diversified across several markets with the help of a financial planner, and were able to achieve over a million in net profit among high dividend yield equities, ETFs, and bonds. It is vital that you have a variety of exposure, including in firms that are currently generating cash flows.

[@ms_christinejones]

Do you mind sharing your financial planner ?

[@angelodgreat6561]

Leah Foster Alderman

[@angelodgreat6561]

You are most likely to find more info when you look her up

[@sydneyhart]

The good news is this. When the economy and society collapse, these homeless people will, ironically, adapt better to the collapse.

[@wrayven]

Indeed

[@considerthis410]

They will be helping the people that can't function in a collapsed society.

[@oyenations162]

They are already in the collapse... I am glad I live near water because water is being turned off everywhere for the cities and exec the farmers which will cause famine. See Patrick Humphrey for the farmer one

[@lindasutton4014]

@@oyenations162Arizona ended Saudi Arabia’s water lease 9 months ago. The Saudi’s were using unlimited amounts of ground water for their Alfalfa farms. America’s reserves sold off or leased for profit.

[@lindasutton4014]

Not for us who have prepared for a collapse. We hunt and trap. Have solar and the ability to cleanse river water to drink. We have bikes & e-bikes, we have boats and horses. We are armed. We can and salt meats. So don’t assume so much just because you’re unaware doesn’t mean this capabilities don’t exist.

[@azimuthbusinesscenter]

cops: let me see your ID me: I don’t have an ID cops: go get your ID at the DMV DMV: what is your address? me: I don’t have an address DMV: call the cops cops: you are under arrest for disorderly conduct me: what did I do? cops: stop resisting

[@cintiapollock2486]

Dam that's unjust😡they know it's a circle you can't break out of and they don't care, or they would fix it!

[@javybeaz3236]

Entrapment. Always have your phone cam recording or body cam

[@infiniteaaron]

You’re missing a few key details. Many of the vagrant homeless people who get cops called for them ignore all of the things that they have access, such as shelters or even just places where they offer free showers and laundry. Just a shower and clean laundry is a blessing they’d be able to utilize for less problem from authorities.

[@FERAL_MECHANICAL_NOMATIC]

@@infiniteaaron what an amazing response. Way to show everyone that you're an npc who didn't bother watching the video

[@infiniteaaron]

@@FERAL_MECHANICAL_NOMATIC It doesn't seem like you know the meaning of "NPC." I watched the whole video. I also responded purposefully.

[@isabellegarcia9205]

Bless your hearts , volunteers, yourtrying to help the handicapped. 😊❤🙏🏼

[@RKnig-ty6dw]

Those who are handicapped shouldn’t be homeless. Damn America… we used to be envied for our kindness 😔☹️

[@sandraalegria3439]

This is a crime against humans. We have plenty of empty buildings and we can build permanent structures ,but then shelters would close, that would be a dream come true. The only solution is permanent address for humans . Shelters are scary and unhealthy. People need privacy and hygiene ,also a permanent address.

[@lordgoro]

agree

[@lindasutton4014]

And it’s makes no sense to do this to Americans. This is horrible for these people .

[@lordgoro]

@@lindasutton4014 I was homeless alone for 35 years and wandered across 46 states. I'm writing my autobiography about it all! Google search "America the Poor: A Wanderer's Tale"

[@joet-jq5yk]

Thanks to all of you that are helping them. This should never be happening in america .

[@pamelamallory3922]

😂😂😂it's very sad I cry daily my life 😂

[@CMcKinnon1013]

Absolutely 💯, every city, town in USA needs MORE low income housing.

[@RKnig-ty6dw]

True. And as far as seniors go, senior housing is expensive. Senior housing/apartments here in MN begins at $1600/mo and that’s without on-site amenities.

[@LynnMille-g6c]

If they werent moved every week the garbage would be overwhelming. The park isnt trashed because of the forced move. It definitely saves the park. It saves the county money by not having to hire people to clear the trash that accumulates when the homeless stays in one place for extended amount of time

[@InvisiblePeople]

You're right. a park is so much more important than people. Why provide a shelter or housing to end peoples homelessness? Just move them park to park to park to park to park. It saves the park. Cost taxpayers a shit load of money. It does nothing to solve the crisis. Smart.

[@randymoran67]

You make a lot of sense!.............lmfao!😮......you're Grant's pass material for sure ! Mayor? Council person?

[@LynnMille-g6c]

@@randymoran67 Thank you. I acknowledge I am smart, thank you though for noticing. I am not saying homeless should not have shelters, I am saying I am proud that grants pass parks are not being trashed. If you want trashed parks, go to any other town and enjoy

[@LynnMille-g6c]

@@InvisiblePeople Where in my statement did I say I think homeless people should not have help? Where did I say they shouldn't be shelters? ?? I am from grants pass and I am proud of our parks. At least we are providing all park goers, homeless and not, beautiful trash free parks.

[@LynnMille-g6c]

@@InvisiblePeople Correct me if I am wrong, but other than talking to people and video taping them, you are not putting your money where it's needed. Instead of always talking to the homeless, do something to help them. Your you tube channel brings the homeless situation attention and earns you a good income. Use that money to help the homeless. Get motel rooms for the disabled can rest for a few days. Buy a homeless person a wagon that may not have a way ro carry his belongings. Haul the person and their possessions to the other park and save them a walk.

[@kevinslothower5309]

So sad that all these cities dont help the homeless and end this problem. This crisis is out of control. Bless those good people for helping the homeless people move.

[@hooponoponogirlz]

Invisible People is a dedicated service to harsh reality most people will never experience or know about.

[@Benice337]

God bless these volunteers ❤ they show so much compassion and empathy which unfortunately is lacking today

[@leeartlee915]

I live in another part of Oregon and having people moving parks every few days isn’t even as bad as it gets. There are parts of Oregon where you cannot be at a park, period.

[@Magazinelady]

If they don't have a home and don't like living in shelters (a whole nother broken system), there is only the outside left. They are people, not pawns. The Mint volunteers are nice and caring.

[@chasein7019]

One thing most cities don't mention. I live in NH close to Manchester. A big city. Lots of homeless. If the city built a shelter for lets say 100 people it would fill up quick. Then word would get out and 100 more would show up and it would be non stop.

[@AUTISTICLYCAN]

Most homeless people don't like congregate shelter facilities at all. There is usually crime, drugs, rape, dehumanization and other vile things waiting for homeless people in shelters. Trust me shelters are not a long term solution. Shelters are NOT that appealing if you ever slept in one.

[@CaptApple]

Senior homelessness is American society's version of the Inuit custom of setting their elderly adrift on ice flows in times of famine. Been homeless twice. Not since '91 but unless I die first, homelessness is in my future. My nightmare awaits.

[@pamelamallory3922]

🙏🙏🙏

[@pamelamallory3922]

Landlords wanna get rich on rents,don't even fix the places some are dumps bugs for your moneys😂😂sad what landlords get away with

[@Sean-pc8zs]

As a person who was born in Grants Pass and have seen the devastating transformation, crime, theft, assault, rapes, drug use that took over the once beautiful mountain town, I can tell you that the lefts insane policies brought the homeless there from all over, and the town has gone completely to shit. The parks I played in as a kid are now just full of dirty syringes, it's not safe for anyone, kids can't play there anymore, it's a cryin' shame. Anyone who thinks the government needs to take care of these people, why don't you try taking some homeless into your home with your family, and let them live in your yard, and see how it goes for you??

[@janisrands8990]

Used to take my husband to riverside park after his chemo....but it became unsafe for us.

[@torocastano4607]

For a 6 month period in SF we were moved out of a big park to the street median. I'm the morning city cops would push us back to the park. Ugh!

[@sharminproctor8826]

So wrong 😢

[@Annierose911]

Cruel and unusual punishment

[@InvisiblePeople]

Exactly

[@PatriciaNewhart]

Yep..Grant's Pass vs Johnso going before Supreme Court in June on Johnson claim it is a violatio of Eight Amendment..cruel and unusual punishment. Why？。Because the homeless population are deprived of a basic need everyone has...SLEEP!!!!

[@Andreamom001]

It’s so insane. Who thinks this is a good idea? Is it just an attempt to drive homeless people to live in some other town?

[@randymoran67]

Of course

[@stevebeschakis9775]

The problem with "invisible people" is that they're all too visible--along with their tents, garbage, sewage, discarded needles, condoms, etc. Why should Grant's Pass be forced to lose its public parks? I applaud the city's efforts to resist the degradation of its public spaces.

[@madmanmechanic8847]

I agree they trash every place they are at and then get pissed when they go in and clean them out. Total filth . Just because you are poor doesnt give you the right to trash places and toss your garbage and shit on the side walks

[@1st1anarkissed]

Ennabling WHAT? Why are there still people who think homeless people are making any choices at all? If you are in a maze with ten dead ends and a 20ft drop with fire behind you. When you break a leg at the bottom, they tell you it was a bad choice.

[@user-ii3vn8tn3q]

Empty buildings...and people sleeping in tents.. Insanity

[@danthehomelessman5533]

Without the caring of others there is no hope. Without hope what is the point of trying.

[@joylapine9004]

The problem with the approach to housing homelessness in this country is we don’t use Housing First initiative. Elderly and disabled should not have to earn housing.

[@michaelhernandez3041]

Fight poverty not the poor.

[@targetedtruthfinder]

I think Seniors should be given a deep discount on housing rentals etc. because for most seniors they are trying to survive on Social Security which is a percentage of your normal salary if you were still employed also this population pays out a lot on medical services after insurance

[@lauriedeering4725]

God please step in and help these poor souls.

[@ihadaface]

Also keep in mind that rent/utilities are so high that working a full time job just to barely pay rent and nothing else vs just going full homeless and devoting 100% of your time to full survival (even while still working that same job) seems much more viable and flexible unfortaunly.

[@wildebt]

Feeling very inspired by Cassy Leach's spirit and volunteer efforts!🙏🕊️💚

[@ROOSTERNEWTONJOHN]

If the man that said if you don't find an apartment within 6 months you lose your voucher. If he's talking about section 8 they will give extensions for you. I got 5 or 6 extensions and on the last month with a week left on my extension I was called for an apartment went and looked at it and took it and still living in it on my 3rd year. You have keep contacting the apartments you apply at while you're on their waiting list. One thing that isn't working are those so called mini homes you don't get to live in them for long then you go back to the streets and making people move from one park to another is stupid. The city needs to pay for the housing for each homeless person until they get an apartment with section 8.

[@bigdcountryzone]

This is ridiculous im about to be homeless and I'm elderly and disabled and a widower rhis is so sad what they are doing ill never go there I won't be able to live.

[@wildebt]

💙

[@infiniteaaron]

I am aware. I came through a few months ago to see my childhood home. The Gospel Mission is helpful. I agree it’s a bit frustrating having to do forced bible studies that I don’t agree with. Even so, being homeless is brutal. It’s also getting crazy how costly it is to rent anywhere. Government implosion coming? Hopefully not… At least these people have things they are able to do to help.

[@PaulLoughrin]

Thank you, Mark. So sad. Grace and peace from Jacksonville, Florida.

[@jerry3579]

If I had to pick the one and only problem with this counntry, I would absolutely pick the blatant disregard for homelessness and its people. I can't imnagine any other place on earth where homeless people are treated with such neglect and disrespect.

[@MF-ty2zn]

$300 million would be spent on a stadium for a professional sports team owned by billionaires but nothing done to help people get a shelter with an address. Without a residence, it's extremely difficult to get hired. Many are missing IDs. They also don't like the shelters because they're grouped in with others, who commit crimes against them.

[@FitchEntertainment]

It's not Billionaire's job to shelter homeless it's our governments. I could be wrong but they've given over 100 billion dollars OF OUR MONEY to Ukraine and over 150 billion to Israel. That kind of money could open up shelters, jobs, mental hospitals, rehabs etc to help our country.

[@junglesuperstar9270]

Really? They very much look very grouped here .

[@abbykoop5363]

I am currently in limbo if I can stay where I have been renting at a reasonable rate for 22 years. I cannot even get a bedroom in someone's house right now for what I've been paying. Then yesterday someone hit my car. Not my fault. Yet it's an old car and insurance might write it off. I cannot get another car even half as good with what they will give me. I thought....if I become homeless, I'll be living in my car. Now I might not have a car either.

[@beckydavis4958]

It seems like a few of the folks in the park would pool their resources and rent an apartment together - I can't imagine calling the park my home! My heart breaks for them!

[@meggrotte4760]

I don't understand why in america they can't have actual buildings that are not being used and turned into affordable housing Are people not wanting to move there because of the area I just don't know what's happening in the United States

[@myoldvhstapes]

For buildings that were used as offices/commercial, the cost to renovate them up to modern housing codes is almost as much as starting from scratch with brand new construction. No developer is going to make a profit on that.

[@johnnelligan4091]

God Bless You !

[@swedesspeedshop2518]

I’m assuming it’s to keep the amount of trash and hoarding down ? Plus they have to mow and maintain the parks at some point

[@rosavaz8326]

What’s the point moving when they’ll be going back?? It’s ludicrous

[@jenlake4835]

So many good things said in this video. Thank you.

[@Babu-kr3cr]

Why are they so attracted to stay there if there is so much harassment? They are attempting to harass these people out of town. Where is an 80-year-old man supposed to go?

[@Eee-I-Eee-I-Oh]

It is not a campground! It is a public park! The tents kill the grass. This is a town that relies on tourism. Tell the whole story. I have lost a lot of respect for you for your one sided report.

[@franciscotrillo8269]

SHAME GOES TO AMERICA THAT WILL NOT HELP THEIR PEOPLE, AND SHAME ON YOU IF YOU TURN A BLIND EYE YOU ARE JUST AS GUILTY, PLEASE LOVE ONE ANOTHER, ALSO HELP YOUR NEIGHBOR, EVERYONE IS YOUR NEIGHBOR, GOD`s PEACE BE WITH YOU.

[@khagnnorran7745]

truly so insane

[@asmodeus4207]

Can these disabled people not make a reasonable accommodation request with the city to help them move, given it's a city ordinance? Refusal may open them up to a lawsuit, given the physical and mental stress it places on people and their inability to comply. Disclaimer: I am not an attorney, just a disabled person who has had to work the system to get by.

[@rebelrouzer5318]

In the eyes of the law they're not people they're homeless. You can only truly understand if you've been there.

[@asmodeus4207]

@@rebelrouzer5318 I'd take a swing at it, regardless. It might draw some media attention to the situation. You have to apply pressure or they'll never back off

[@JeremyBarker-e6z]

Thanks for your content and time to show what's going on. I'm homeless also in Tucson and have been for a little over. 5 years. I'm disabled and have cerebral palsy but no resources. After many years I personally feel the problem with housing is the city council and the current major. Then how all homeless resources are addiction based mostly.

[@coridraper]

Grants pass is not a good place for people ...this need to stop❤❤❤

[@feedmonster]

For every person coming in to the US we should help a US homeless.

[@teresaburgess9457]

I believe I seen in Finland they built affordable apartments for people that we homeless. They helped them in every way possible. America is cruel to the underprivileged.

[@EasyGuitarCoach]

15:29 social security is not enough to pay for housing... well prior to 2008 it was ... what happened?... a person on social security "could" get a studio or at least a room in a lot of places $350 a month or less

[@Kerry-ft2zf]

Good video Mark

[@charlesutley4539]

Thank you brother

[@trude_in_adelaide]

I think thoae two ladies and anyone and everyone elae who helps the people are amazing. ❤

[@carolynevans8826]

Love it saying - sorting out what I need from what I don't have. Feel for you guys cause I'm not sure if due to circumstances I may end up in same boat but I hope not

[@lorrilewis2178]

It's almost like someone dropped the people who run the local government on their heads when they were babies. What do they think they're accomplishing?

[@TheHANDLEYMAN]

Lived in Grants Pass for years those were great parks not anymore

[@tmusa2002]

What is the city’s reasoning for this? To keep them from accumulating stuff? I thought maybe it was so they could clean, but it sounds like the parks are never empty. SMH

[@RKnig-ty6dw]

I think that the police should be upset over this action as well. Because surely there are other, more pertinent things/places they need to be. If they are going from park-to-park to give tickets to homeless, how can they be available for emergencies?

[@junglesuperstar9270]

This place looks like emergency .

[@LetArtsLive]

Our government does not care about the homeless people they give every country money take care of all the countries in the world except our people in our country it's ridiculous that's amazing Point some people need help some don't want help

[@craythachef7774]

I always support but never comment. When I heard that they hose them down that upset me. They are wrong for that.

[@ezmerelda129]

There's small colleges closing that have dorms. They aren't perfect, but it would be a start to help this crisis.

[@marc639]

Thanks for this

[@eelsonwheels8187]

God bless you Mark

[@tortenhebu]

So sad

[@mariaa.5829]

They seem happy- despite the constant moving hardship in living outdoors in Grants Pass, Oregon- probably because they have others to commiserate with.

[@Brawlstriker89]

I live an hour away from there, Roseburg. And they’re wanting to adopt the same type of policies.. I just don’t get what they expect people to do. Raising prices on housing while wages stay the same. Now it’s illegal if you can’t even survive.. insanity

[@sandraragsdale9892]

Should not be happening in the U.S.A. God be with them all.❤

[@heatherrenton2086]

I am so sad to see this. I know there homeless camps in the back alleys, in the wooded areas within my city. The city designates an area for a homeless camp and lets the people stay, until it is a rotten mess. What else could it be? Folks and their belongings ate pretty much stacked one of top of the other and the next and so on. Some are sick, I suspect m9st are unwell with one or other afliction. I imagine myself in the same situation, in a life so uncomfortable, cold, wet, sweltering hot, dirty, no privacy, the badics such as food, shelter and water always elusive. I would like to help as these kinds souls do.

[@cynthiasumpter8966]

They should at least give them 30 days 🙏🏾

[@ompaloompa4970]

Human beings should not be treated like this, so sad.❤ There's no rest for the poor people.

[@joemusquiz1241]

So I got to the 5:04 mark and realized. Y'all voted for this. TS!

[@BBLue-b7g]

It's crazy our government helps the people from other Country's and make the homeless Americans Citizens go with our Help it's really sad .

[@cityofangelslady]

Wow great reporting

[@Zeldasmojo]

I’d be helping by questioning the reasoning for the constant moving. What is the purpose of this? Who is deciding this?