Homeless Because His Parents Are Addicts

Before you watch this, remember what you were like when you were young. Did you have a different worldview? Did you think you were indestructible? Did you think you knew everything? I did. When you listen to Noah, try to remember the innocence of youth, and try to remember Noah is a hurting young adult suffering through the trauma of homelessness.
Noah is 21. He is homeless in Westchester Park near Los Angeles International Airport. Noah is a good kid. Moments before this interview, Noah gave a homeless woman a cellphone.
The reason Noah is on the streets is that his parents are using drugs. At the time of this interview, Noah's parents were in housing, but they too spent some time on the streets. Noah told me he visits them, but he cannot stay long.
Social and economic deprivation during childhood and adolescence can have a lasting effect on individuals, making it difficult for children who grow up in low-income and dysfunctional families to escape poverty when they become adults. Because the negative effects of deprivation on human development tend to cumulate, individuals with greater exposure to poverty during childhood are likely to have more difficulty escaping poverty as adults.
In other words, poverty and homelessness are often generational. Children and young adults model their parents. It's a miracle Noah is not using drugs. If we looked deeper, there is a good chance that his parent's parents suffered from addiction and lived in poverty.
You'll hear Noah share a few times in this interview that he believes the solution to homelessness is people need more love. He's spot on. When you look behind the curtain into people's lives and how they were raised, you'll often find layers of some kind of abuse and trauma. For homeless youth like Noah, there is a very real sense of urgency to get them off the streets, however, most resources go to help vulnerable homeless adults. As youth homelessness continues to grow, services that target young adults need more support. With just a little love, Noah can get out of homelessness, but the longer he lives in a park, the more at risk he becomes.
Special thanks to Street Watch LA streetwatchla.com
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[@InvisiblePeople]

DO NOT GIVE MONEY TO ANY FUNDRAISING LINKS POSTED IN THE COMMENTS. Instead, give to support your local nonprofits working to END homelessness. If it's a legitimate fundraising link for the person, we will post it. Otherwise, it's someone trying to con you out of money!

[@stillliving5899]

I worry that this fella is gonna get hurt, because he has a kind and trusting heart. I also sense that he may have been affected in the mother's womb if she was doing drug's while pregnant. He seems smart, but he also seems to have the mentality of maybe a 15 year old. I have worked in the mental health field, and I just sense something a bit off, but not in a bad way. I know there are male predators that would prey on this young man. Please update us on Noah. New to your channel Mark, and I think you do a lot for the homeless. I am 50, and was hurt on the job a few year's back, went through bankruptcy, and was also diagnosed with MS , and some other serious stuff. I don't have much money, but I carry some cash while I go out and help the homeless. I have a friend who I let stay with me for free because she is disabled in a hospital bed, and I struggle to help her and myself. She pays for her own food, but I have to shop for her, and sometimes it is really hard to do because I am disabled and in a lot of pain. When I got hurt at work, I bought a house on a quarter acre with a well and septic. The place was repossessed, and I had to use the rest of my settlement money that wasn't much to put a roof on, and a lot of other stuff. I am thankful to God for watching over me, or I would not have been able to afford rent where I live, but luckily I only have to pay taxes which keep going up. This plandemic is creating more homeless people, and look around the world, they want this to happen. I do though urge people to carry a little cash, because a homeless man I help said that people are using card's instead of cash because of the rona. God bless, and much love.

[@chuckyyes]

LMAO who was putting fake fundraisers in the comment section?

[@Crazyconfedy]

@@stillliving5899 ... how do you sense he has problems from the womb?.....

[@lukebandy516]

Do not give cash, bad idea.

[@snippyboy1]

That is sad that people want to defraud homeless people!😡 Some people are SOULLESS!

[@skintonechickenbone7484]

Every kid deserves a parent But not every parent deserves a kid

[@mustachedmalarkey8838]

I was homeless because my parents were substance users as well. I left home in 1996 when I was 16 and never went back, it wasn't easy... I struggled for a lot of years but it was better than being at home! Now thanks to youth programs, counselling and self-compassion I am college educated, have a full time job and a salary, and a safe home. Almost every night I lay in bed and think about how grateful I am for what I have... people take so much for granted in this world, having a safe bed and food to eat is a luxury for many. I'm headed back to school in September to study for a masters in social work.

[@corpsefoot758]

Good luck with the Master’s, my friend

[@healingandgrowth-infp4677]

I ran away at 15 and 17 from my abusive mother n then moved back into family home n became homeless at 21 the homeless unit told me he wanted me to live on the streets my guidance teacher at 15 told me she also hoped I did not get a job n slept on the streets kids at school would make fun of me and claim I slept in a cupboard box when I became homeless I was lucky to not had to sleep on the streets been thru hostels friends n finally supported acccomodstion but the supported accommodation threatened and blackmailed me to report my abuse or they will put me on the street without support. They had threatened it with the -olive right there nodding. Now I have my home even tho I reported it n were blamed n not believed n interrogated for 3 months and honestly I feel safe and fre and luxury just to have a bed roof and food. I see pp, my age with mortgages cars and kids and husbands. I’m way behind still though. I always feel alone in the not getting saved from abuse until I had to leave it in adulthood which was not easy I was bullied at workplaces so it was hard to become independent n get away...l but I know too many toppling who were supported social care in childhood my baby sister was one. Social care left me in abuse when I was a child. I have less than what she gets now in adulthood through social care.

[@corpsefoot758]

@@healingandgrowth-infp4677 Honestly, better late than never You are a strong person and I wish you the best in future

[@sunig5590]

Social work IS your calling, no doubt. Hardships are life's lessons, teaching us who we are, and what we're made of. Learning compassion for others, as well as ourselves, and how to hurdle struggles, are all character building.. Being 'Homeless' for whatever the reasons, is a traumatizing experience.. You should be extremely proud of yourself, for having the will-power to endure, and the strength to overcome everything life tried to knock you down with. You're a perfect example of Strength and Victory.. Thank You, so very much, for sharing your story, a story of Strength, Courage, Dignity, and Hope.. I became Homeless January of this year. It's such a scarey world living in the Unfamiliar, the Unknown.. I've never felt this level of fear before. But, after reading your comment, you help give me a better since of direction on which way to go, and a Hope that I will get through this tough stage of my life.. Not everyone Homeless are trying to take advantage of people who do extend a helping hand.. We need to remember that, because it's so easy to fall to judgement.. Sometimes, what might look like an, 'I'm being used by this person, scenerio', is actually a, 'This person is overwhelmed and scared shitless, what to do?' God Bless The Hands That Help Others..God Bless Those That Need That Help.. And again, Thank You,, sharing your story has impacted, and encouraged Many, i'm positive.. INSPIRATIONAL!! ♡

[@Randimal762]

Awesome! And your services as a SW will be greatly appreciated by so many people. I'm a nurse and have worked with SWs in multiple settings... they can truly change lives!

[@samanthalake4289]

As a parent who's child passed at 22 year's old, this story of Noah is breaking my heart. I hope someone rescues him. God watch over ALL

[@Faithberry-77]

Samantha, May our good Lord give you comfort and love. Amen. Let us all pray for Noah.

[@realcanadiangirl64]

I lost my six week old daughter 23 years ago and my 33 year old son a month ago. I understand your pain 💗

[@jantjaden836]

@@realcanadiangirl64 - I’m so sorry. ❤️

[@jantjaden836]

I’m so sorry SAMANTHA. ❤️

[@gmagain]

He is not a child. He has to rescue himself

[@justsayin3893]

He should be hired right now as a liaison w the homeless. His empathy is outstanding. This guy CAN succeed and inspire others!

[@ricardosoca7380]

I was thinking the same thing! He has a lot of empathy, is knowledgeable, intelligent and articulate!

[@myrtle1234]

He has a good haircut. Why does everyone take these stories at face value? I’ve been poor. He looks a lot better than I did.

[@gina4808]

@@myrtle1234 you’ve been poor, then you should know that appearance really means nothing. What an ignorant comment really

[@cupcakezilla83]

ABSOLUTELY AGREE! I was thinking the same thing...he's awesome

[@gina4808]

@Jennifer M I don’t know what that has to do with someone saying a haircut means you’re not poor. I’ll check out the comments tho

[@ali.aitchh]

He looks like a nice kid, bless his heart hope he gets his life together soon!

[@smiauu]

no. its his parents that need to get their shit together.

[@vincentg]

​@@smiauu His parents' story is sad but he is a grown up now.

[@aaronhow1932]

He seems super chill! :)

[@Luna-ft8yh]

@@vincentg long term effects of messed up childhood aka bad parenting and neglect.

[@smiauu]

@@vincentg he aint grown up. pretty much anyone under 30 are kids

[@jonanna8516]

Noah, there is a reason flight attendants tell you to fit your own mask first in case of emergency. Make yourself strong so that you are in a better position to help others. It’s not selfish to make good choices for yourself. The longer you stay on the streets the harder it seems to leave. You are deserving and worthy. Good Luck mate.

[@pearmainstudios3942]

My dad told me that once it really stuck with me

[@vickiesimpkins9180]

Everytime he asks what does noah need..noah starts talking about what others need..he has a good heart❤ he thinks of others.

[@vickiesimpkins9180]

@@ahalpert my heart hurts for him he is so young and so loyal to his family.he has to realize he can't help is family they have to want help and they need to stop dragging him down with them.only way he can help them is to walk away better himself and then maybe help them get into a rehab.if they don't want that then he needs to take care of himself..good looking young man.after he takes care of himself then get a girlfriend.

[@AurielArts]

Unfortunately, that level of empathy is trained into him: there was no room for his needs growing up with addicts. Over time he can learn to balance his own with the desire to help those who are lost (like his parents).

[@tonyt8805]

It's always "Us" or "We" whatever he was asked "what do you need".

[@simplysimple7628]

It’s clear that this kid has a genuine and good heart. His demeanor is very humble. People like this shouldn’t be homeless. They should be leading a team that helps others. It’s so sad that money divides us.

[@gristlegrinder]

Someone needs to give this guy a job helping the homeless. This was an incredible interview

[@sophielorber4571]

@@jesusnameaboveallnames7369 And you have the audacity to have Jesus in your profile name?

[@Nat-hl8cq]

@@sophielorber4571 He follows Supply Side Jesus.

[@sophielorber4571]

@@jesusnameaboveallnames7369 Does your grandson live on the streets too? Do you remember the story about how and where Jesus was born? People like you are the worst.

[@sophielorber4571]

@@jesusnameaboveallnames7369 Yeah that's how it worked 100 years ago when you were young. Good luck trying to find a job without a home adress. Good luck trying to get a bank account without a home adress. Good luck trying to get a home adress without having a regular income. So you assume I don't help others without knowing me? You are the one here who says that homeless don't need help, why would elderly people need help then? I'm pretty sure your god hates how biased and arrogant you are.

[@jesusnameaboveallnames7369]

04/09/2021 @@sophielorber4571 So be it dear one 💟 peace to you. My best wishes to Noah. He seems like a very kind, compassionate young man. 👊🚶‍♂️

[@Hypertoniclemon]

He’s so resilient & intelligent. No resentment toward his parents either. I was not like that when I was 21, bitter & full of self pity. I’m rooting for him! Bless you

[@arubamin5582]

Same I’m 21 and could really learn a lot from this wonderful creature

[@Bhilithinn]

Same here! I had a lot of reasons why I was like that, but it certainly didn't do anything to help me or to make life pleasant for those around me.

[@briannawesser]

Definitely not intelligent 😂

[@anair145]

@@briannawesser r u his sister?

[@martinezdecap]

What does it mean to bless him?

[@dalpaengi]

he has an innocence to his face and a kindness. I pray it never goes away. I’m worried about this guy :( and you know what. If he’s meant to act I pray that he gets that gig.

[@89ksokd91]

There is so much of this in homelessness people don't even care to know. They use gossip and generalizations and stigmas to speak on homelessness and who ends up like this. They don't see people like him, and when they learn people like him end up homeless too, the rationalizations begin of how he needs to pick himself up by his bootstraps. Many homeless kids see no hope because their intelligence and heart feels trapped in a society with no way out of this life. Many kids get murdered, killed or get on drugs after the hardness of life gets to be too much. This shit is scary and needs to end. It feels like our government sacrifices people.

[@kchuk4154]

He kidnapped a child not even a year back and ran away, he's not a nice kid

[@johnnieflushinggmail5720]

@@kchuk4154 What? I don’t think so..Unless maybe it was his little sister, which I wouldn’t chastise him for doing. Where are you getting these accusations from?

[@kchuk4154]

@@johnnieflushinggmail5720 he had a car at the time, it wasn't his sister it was a 15 year old girl which is illegal to run away with.

[@briannawesser]

@@johnnieflushinggmail5720 don't comment unless you know the real facts

[@deltadaun8300]

Please update us on Noah in the future. He’s a smart kid, is a great advocate for the homeless, and would make a good resource liaison.

[@Ourhomeschooladventures]

I took in a homeless young fellow when he was 19. We tired really hard to help him, get him in programs and a job. He trashed his room like it was the streets(wraps and food all over the floor). Said we lived a boring life and left and he ended up leaving and going back in the streets when his friend got out of jail. He ended up getting into a lot of trouble even with us paying his rent and buying him food. He eventually lost all communication with us after he got locked up. You can’t help anyone unless they want to be helped and are ready to receive it.

[@marciabernard3820]

Noah will get out of this. Mark trying to get him to talk about himself but he keeps talking about others that's unselfish. He will do some good work in this world 🙂💕 prayers for you young man.

[@joshua9891]

This exactly

[@Karma-zx8qe]

Or he's too codependent and it will b to hus detriment and he will be used

[@gretemarie8989]

@@joshua9891 amen

[@gutsandgrittv5076]

He’s the motivational coach for the homeless. What a sweetheart. He survives by not resigning to it and focusing on what others need. He sees a good future for himself ❤️

[@RetailWithDanelle]

Inspite of his own challenges Noah is still blessing others. This world doesn't deserve Noah😮😭

[@conephompany]

World needs Noah

[@mcwise1201]

@@conephompany exactly Noah is a good man helping people.

[@conephompany]

He's a good talker with a good heart

[@kchuk4154]

He is not a good person!!

[@johnnieflushinggmail5720]

@@kchuk4154 Y U SUCH A HATTER?

[@ryanjohnson8646]

Wow this kid is extremely worried about others, the interviewer keeps asking how the world can help him with his situation and noah keeps talking about “us” and “we” talking about the other homeless people. Refuses to just worry about himself even in the extremely tough situation his in. Strong kid he deserves to be helped.

[@fearless_stellar2944]

He needs some apartment where he could stay and find a job

[@RetailWithDanelle]

Wishing this young man nothing but the best.

[@v90660]

Wishing is not going to do much

[@mwwhatever]

this is f***ing heartbreaking. Our entire society should be ashamed that we allow this

[@sidimohamedelmoustapha5338]

I agree 😢

[@tonyflynn2668]

You are "Our Society", we all are!

[@2012BeyondtheWorld]

Our society cares more of finding homeless dogs and other pets. The society sees a dog on the highway, they stop and get it. See a human on the highway, just drive by them.

[@nobigdeal8078]

Blame every politician who funds other countries and their problems as well as lines their pockets. You know, if my taxes weren’t so high, I would contribute to Homeless Americans who were willing to turn their life around. But since 23% of my income is immediately stolen from me to hand over to the government, which is supposed to go towards improving our country but doesn’t, I refuse to lose anymore.

[@kchuk4154]

He kidnapped his girlfriend who is a child not even a year back and ran away, he's not a nice kid

[@archereye_7633]

This honestly just makes me want to buy a huge plot of land just so I can build a ton of houses for homeless people to live in them until they get back on their feet.

[@gortnewton4765]

Tiny houses. Separated for privacy and security. I think a lot of people would donate to see that done.

[@FJB2016]

I sounds good on paper but it would be riddled with drugs and crime, unfortunately. Not sustainable.

[@wethepeople7629]

It will only help the homeless that want to get their life in line... sadly most of them don’t want to change and will prefer drugs and alcohol... With that said I hope this kid will pull through.

[@TheButterMinecart1]

@@FJB2016 It would be way better than the current homeless shelters we have. And they should be provided help with drug addiction.

[@gortnewton4765]

@@FJB2016 In the absence of good management, yes. So according to you, might as well leave them homeless, hey dunce-brain.

[@thinkthinker44]

This young man's heart is so beautiful. He is a social worker at his core, by life experience training. If he could get a job, a grant, anything, to do the work he is so called to do... he would be a force for good. He sees clearly. He cares deeply. He is putting himself second to those he sees around him. I hope that he finds his home, his job, his place, his girlfriend, his family's healing. He is a hero.

[@celestialcircledance]

He says he's bin offered housing but is postponing until all his neighbors are taken care of .Another time he said he was doing this for his parents Love his big heart but he's got to stay focused and get the help that he needs

[@MrTheLionKing1986]

He is nice but something about his behaviour is off. Hope he gets help soon :(

[@LA-nm4mn]

He seems like he’s on some sort of drug(s).

[@j.3779]

@@MrTheLionKing1986 exactly. I hope too.. Before it's freaking too late. Greetings from Germany

[@prod.deathwish]

@@LA-nm4mn as some one who see drugged out homeless on the regular I’ll tell you right now he wouldn’t have had those headphone around him or his jacket or his phone he would’ve Sold them to get drugs he looks clean to me

[@candicerubio8184]

Noah is way more mature than his parents, he needs alot of big prayers

[@ronaldharris53]

Please Lord help your child find a home and keep him safe in Jesus name Amen

[@charliemacdonald9879]

The lord isnt helping him all hes got is himself

[@Debby163]

@@charliemacdonald9879 God help those who help themselves But he need help from human to stand up God gives grace and help as needy person call upon Him I. The name of Jesus Christ Amen 🙏 His nature He don’t touch anyone Free Will , Je respect each human se Free Will ,🙏🙏

[@charliemacdonald9879]

@mandak kart nobody cares about ur opinion leave

[@richardgreiner9264]

Amen.

[@nataliejones2636]

In Jesus name Amen.

[@aliseesfandiar4912]

You can tell that hes selfless.. He literally cant event tell him how Noah can get out of this mess.. He directs back to everyone else.. So selfless! God bless him!

[@RachelSara69]

Seems like he needs to open a homeless shelter or work with the homeless as a job ,a younger generation caring about others is really good! 🙏🙏🙏

[@89ksokd91]

Not all people that recognize the problem are meant to deal with it because they are nice. I'm like him and it makes me angry that a homeless person is expected to become the rescue they needed just because we can articulate the problem.any people are compassionate and have good observation and critical thinking skills. And they should be the ones to make this happen. But I agree he has the necessary skills. Too bad people who also have them are too interested in being other professions that make them rich and comfortable, or we would have a different world.

[@mylifeinmaine9869]

Noah seems like he is never thinking of himself. He so focused on others in need and that is such a wonderful quality.

[@PrettyLittleGarden2930]

What a kind and giving young man. I hope and pray he can get out his situation. 🙏

[@v90660]

Prayers are not going to do much. Financial assistance will

[@MoPoppins]

Noah's gonna be alright. He understands the logistical process, and has more access than most homeless individuals.

[@lauragb3677]

He has a generous heart and spirit.

[@illinformedpakistan3002]

Well you people can help him

[@LyndseyEnsor]

What a beautiful soul. He has nothing, but he will do anything he can to help another person. I pray for him, he deserves better.

[@whatup654]

Noah says, we deserve to be inside too. Man this world is crazy.

[@silviajuarez4178]

What a sweetheart, thank you Noah for existing. I hope you’re able to find a home and that your family is able to heal.

[@JustMe1u2]

Noah, needs to get off the streets ASAP, A LOT OF BAD PEOPLE OUT THERE.

[@hunnybadger442]

Send him my way

[@abolisher]

@@hunnybadger442 so that you can do what????

[@hunnybadger442]

@@abolisher i have a ton of extra food and a hide a bed he could probably use a home cooked meal and a good nights sleep and my friend who's a counselor at our community college is great at enrolling new students and usin the resources they have access to to get people off the streets... That's how I got off the streets I went back to school... Got straight As too until the damn virus..

[@abolisher]

@@hunnybadger442 all of a sudden people are acting nice 💀 where was this the last 200 years?!?! The virus changed you guys or what

[@hunnybadger442]

@@abolisher I've always been kind.. My home has always been a safe place for anyone who's needed it.... I've always looked out for the welfare of others... And I've always gone out of my way to make things a little bit better for anyone i run across if im able... That's just who i am.. I even write about it... I have big shoulders, Please use them to cry. I have a kind heart, I will not lie. I have good ears, Come tell me your tale. Ill ease your burden Without fail. I have strong arms, Feel free to reach out. I’ll hold you tight And ease your doubt. Bring me your troubles, Your burst bubbles, Your problems grand. I can’t fix them for you, But I can hold your hand.

[@vimalb88]

Seems like an intelligent, positive dude. Hope he finds his feet real soon.🙏

[@skis_injeans]

Richest country this Earth has ever known and we allow our young people like Noah to fall through the cracks. Shameful.

[@teresadorta8039]

It's so wrong,all the money in the world,no one deserves to be homeless ever.

[@cashuflakbreakdancer]

Richest and most imperialistic/ war hungry/ terrorists country. $758 billion a year on our military to go bomb people over sea and take their shit but we we'll never spend a dime helping clean up the disgusting country greed has created

[@franklinfocus]

He’s got a good heart. Every answer to every question was about helping someone else. Start making go fund me for these people you interview. The interview isn’t enough. We all need to start helping everyone. This world is all we got people.

[@XercesWoop]

My city! 😞💔 There's a really nice lady with her lil dog that lives in a van in the library parking lot, she has the greatest spirit you should talk to her if your there again! "There's a lot of jobs out here, but not for everybody" 💯 man I felt that. I'm a single mom of 2 and I'm struggling!!! No child care, no job, no home smh.I did my taxes in February , I'm still waiting for my refund 😞

[@vib4726]

. I'll pray to god for the betterment of your life. Being a single mom and that even with 2 kids needs a lot of guts tbh. I know you're strong and I know you will manage to make it though the darkness to reach the better side of life❤️. Here's a cookie for you 🍪

[@realcanadiangirl64]

Bless you! 💗

[@realcanadiangirl64]

@@vib4726 Bless you too! 💗

[@MrExade]

I'm sure you are a great mother! with struggle comes insight and being humble. Things will get better! keep fighting (Y)

[@knucklesskinner253]

You are a strong lady, I hope only the best comes to you these coming months.

[@sabaku7732]

he said "US" never "I". this is a beautifull human being.

[@tayzonday]

💔

[@speakswithtrees]

Didn't expect to see you here lol

[@chrispy9913]

Chocolate rain son!

[@twangyyy18888]

Chocky man

[@speakswithtrees]

Give this man some of your chocolate rain monies Tay

[@jimmypineapple8640]

Hey, you can have mine ❤

[@katrachosps]

I would love to help this young man, I have a son that is 20 and this breaks my heart, I could get him a job where I work, it pays enough for him to get himself an apartment, I live in Long Beach.

[@anonymisensyt]

That seems like a great idea! If I was in the states now and had an opportunity i would help because like i saw somewhere else here in the comments: everybody deserves a chance! And he really seems like such a good person so I pray for him and that he gets the help he need

[@membear]

This poor kid, even though he is 21 he still seems like a kid. I hope he gets his shit together. It has to be tough when you are parents are on drugs and they love the drugs more than you and you can't rely on them. Everyone who had stable loving parents is well ahead of the game and very fortunate.

[@lisaharris102]

Prayers for this young man to find his way

[@martinaa9170]

We are the same age and i just want to say that i'm thankful for my parents for being normal 🙏❣️

[@Sssssssht]

me too

[@bobbalmer177]

His parents are normal, but struggling with the disease of addiction. No one is born that way, wants that life.

[@natedavid3873]

“Normal” isn’t the right word to use. His parents are normal they just struggle with addiction.

[@ABambi-bx5wh]

This is so insensitive my god

[@Kitkat2870]

Such a smart and compassionate young man. I sense he'll do great things to help his community.

[@jesuschristfollower4186]

Sweet young man. Go bless u!! Mark please do more interviews more often. You do God’s work. Very very important work!!!!

[@mostlyshitpostly]

This young man is so kind and selfless. I'm at about the 8 1/2 mark, and every time he's asked about himself and how services can help him, he barely touches on his own needs and circles back around to what the homeless community as a whole needs. He cares so much about those around him, and I hope they all get the help they need - including him.

[@DNRchist]

Such a bright and caring guy! Hope he gets his life back on track soon.

[@soul_journey_911]

Sending you blessings and love Noah, where ever you are, may God protect you from the danger out there! 🌷🙏

[@mattarmijo333]

This makes me realize how strong of work ethics some of our immigrants have. I know of a man that literally walked into the states with only the cloths on his back and sat outside of hardware stores and always had work.....hard work. He now has a home and three kids and also supports his family back in his home country that he left and will never see again. Being that he is mostly undocumented it shows that if you are willing to work hard and are healthy, you can find work. Might be a good Avenue for Noah as he is younger and seems to be healthy, if not healthy he needs help!! That includes mental health.

[@mariak1785]

Very good point. Clearly hanging in the park (with these 'close friends') looking for handouts is more fun then putting in the effort to find a job. Wants more done for the homeless.. but what are these homeless offering in return? Statistically, not many become productive members of society. He's got to do a little more then get free Obama phones and hand them out to make ppl want to get involved. I am not being unkind because, while I feel for this young man, I don't feel we are all obligated to take care of him and his drug addled parents. 😑

[@imbornthiswaybaby12]

@@mariak1785 just because you’re “not responsible for him” doesn’t mean you’re not being unkind.

[@CluckyBaby]

I wish it was you that was homeless instead of him. I really do.

[@tricktreat7941]

@@mariak1785 It’s your responsibility as a fellow human. You need to contribute to building a society that provides for everyone.

[@mariak1785]

@@tricktreat7941 🙄

[@jimmyjolly4184]

This young man is smart beyond his years . I pray that God delivers him from homelessness and uses him to help 60,000 other homeless people get out of homeless situations and off addiction

[@44099]

May GOD Bless this young man and he finds help!!

[@BobbyBoucher41]

Prayers to this man. Hope he’s able to get off the streets and is able to prosper in this life.

[@michaelmorin6212]

I feel for him because he is so young and doesn't have it takes to survive on his own like its not easy

[@someonehadtosayit5030]

LA is very different than what is portrayed through Hollywood, it’s so heartbreaking to see his struggle and hear his story. He deserves so much more in life. Truly selfless.

[@dr.trixiecp5651]

This young man is masking some very real pain behind his talkative jabberings! REAL PAIN 🙏✨

[@almoemason]

Yep the pain of man too lazy to get a job.

[@trill.xcoughy3413]

@@almoemason very ignorant comment

[@ryanoreily9600]

My prayers go out to this kid he’s a kind soul

[@lisascott2449]

I definitely agree. This kid needs just one good chance. A hand up really helps this day in age!

[@ryanoreily9600]

@@lisascott2449 Amen 🙏

[@Kapil-Patel]

🙏🏽 Sending prayers, hope he gets the chance at life he deserves.

[@johntirado-glover3574]

Mental Illness, and Drug addiction leads to homeless, a lot of the times. People are screaming for help. Wishing this young man, and his family, healing, to move forward to a better future.

[@almoemason]

Drug abuse and mental illness only lead to about 10% Convict and elderly about 8% the rest is LAZY people.

[@johntirado-glover3574]

@@almoemason As a person who has worked with the mentally ill & drug addiction on the front lines, percentages do no justice. Savings someones life in a tent, overdosing. No, I'm not thinking percentages. Thanks for the stats.

[@boris1387]

Hope he gets sorted soon. Young guy with a huge heart who's thinking of others before himself ♥️

[@milenasings]

This young guy will go far, he has a way about him! Great human he is!

[@baylor3894]

He seems like a very bright kid God bless this Child positive things will come his way 🙏

[@kayladanielle8840]

He is just so selfless ❤ bless his heart

[@zsazsarose]

Man this poor sweet kiddo just needs a little help. With the little he has even he’s willing to help others. People can learn from him . Kindness is the key y’all 🙏🏼❤️🥰

[@cindyweaver6785]

What a kind young man. I pray he gets the breaks he needs.

[@carjam49]

For 30 years this has been going on. I will remember all the powerful people who were fine with this on the right and the left.

[@catherinecancel1687]

I pray for this young man. I wish for him to accomplish his dreams. 🙌🏼

[@wandahelenagrein7350]

What a beautiful Soul you are Noah. Please God help this young man...have a great break!

[@user-yk1cw8im4h]

Praying to God does nothing, just help him out directly lol

[@angiecarlton826]

Man if this kid was close to my town I would definitely provide him a room and help him out until he can get on his feet. Lovely young man! Good luck sir, you will go far in life. Keep your head up, stay focused, put yourself first for a change even though its going to be hard for you to do because you are always looking out for others putting their needs above yours and if you will turn that around get yourself where you need to be everything else will fall in place I promise you.

[@abolisher]

All of a sudden people are acting like angels okay good 👍👍

[@coraglenn9353]

Father God heal this young man and his family and all homeless people thank you father God for in Jesus Christ name praise God glory

[@rogggggerful]

God wont do shit.. politics has to take care of this problem

[@PACKERMAN2077]

@@rogggggerful that's sort of biblical actually it's the evil intent in the hearts of those in power over the land.

[@coraglenn9353]

@@rogggggerful no want was talking tp you devil God is god get you some healing

[@josephbennion3273]

This is a good kid. I honestly wish him the best and hope he gets out of this homeless situation.

[@TheEdge10]

I'm also a homeless It's been 2 days yeah it's very difficult man ! God bless

[@hgva76]

Call upon the name if the Lord Jesus Christ and he will be there for you. God bless and protect you!

[@oceanluminant]

@@hgva76 Jesus peace be upon him is a Prophet of God my dear :)

[@oceanluminant]

I'm kind of upset to read this wihout having the possibility to get to you.

[@bobbalmer177]

House the homeless. 🇺🇸

[@stayoutofthecitys]

Dont give up. I use to be homeless at a young age in miami im now working saveing for a car, and have my own place now, plus im in college and working. Manifest your dreams into reality. I believe in you Noah. You have to work hard on your dreams . don't sell out on your morals and beliefs either . you can ,you will ,you must .

[@freeirishmexicanamericangi9199]

Prayers for this kid that he stays clean and healthy and can make it through this difficult time

[@noahalby2286]

My name is also Noah. Im 24, and I live in Nebraska. I was adopted at the age of 2 because my parents were addicts. I really am grateful for the life ive been given and i always wonder what would have happened if I hadn't been adopted. I have had a sour attitude towards homeless people because my birthparents would panhandle for drugs and alcohol, even using my older sister for sympathy once. I have never even smoked a cigarette because I dont want to get anywhere near that lifestyle. I know not everyone's goal is substances like my parents and Im trying to have a more loving outlook towards people. Just even seeing the title shocked me and made me think about the things I have. Ive watched your videos for a while and this one really hit home. Thank you for everything you do. I am going to find some way that I can contribute.

[@kchuk4154]

Don't give him any money! He is lying about his entire history! His parents were drug addicts and him and his siblings were adopted into a nice family at a young age. A year ago he ran away with a 15 year old little girl and was gone for days until the police found him. He has assaulted his own little sisters who can confirm! He is not running away from drug addicts but from his lies!!

[@CT--jv2ur]

@@kchuk4154 What? How do you know this?

[@carolynnunes3922]

Crying uncontrollably over his situation! I am living on disability, and it is hard to make ends meet by the end of the month... God bless the homeless!

[@jackwolstenholme8213]

Makes me realise how lucky I really am, hope Noah and his family get the help they need and and be reunited

[@TheCalnat]

He would be a excellent addition to assisting you and your organization. Please take this in consideration Mark

[@jericooper7053]

Amazing how Noah shines with positive spirit and smiles despite his situation. How inspiring for me! God bless him!

[@shippys2043]

What a likable young man. May the Lord cover him.

[@amandamoore3757]

Please help this kid, he deserves so much, give him a room just to be safe, I am praying he stays safe sending love from England xx 💕

[@MsGlamourish]

every homeless person especially Noah are so articulate that if we as humans be compassionate and help we’d progress so much further in our society. there’s educated geniuses without the tools or basic necessities. please if you see a homeless person, offer them help.. a job, an opportunity, anything. also for the love of god just be kind to others no matter what they have or don’t have!!!!

[@GaryABArmstrong]

This is so sad, this young man deserves better.

[@Mikefngarage]

He should start a KZbin channel monetize it and use the resources to help who he can help.

[@cassandra1032]

Noah if the world had more of you there would be no homeless. Keep your head up fellow New Yorker, can’t knock us down ✊🏻

[@CA-pj9pl]

Wishing you all the luck in the world from Australia mate :) :)

[@elizabethhaddad9620]

Such a beautiful, compassionate young man.

[@oosterhouw]

Thanks for doing this Mark.

[@jantjaden836]

My heart breaks for this young man. Shame on his parents!! He said he wished for a girlfriend. I pray a young lady comes along for him. We all want to feel loved.

[@InvisiblePeople]

Please remember people abuse drugs to escape pain. His parents may be following the same pattern they were taught. I know it makes perfect sense that people assume drug addicts can just stop using out or reason, but addiction doesn’t work like that. At some point, drugs take over, and good people have no control.

[@jantjaden836]

@@InvisiblePeople - I realize that Mark, but his parents have abandoned a precious young man, who needs help.

[@mirjamweibel9678]

Yes, I am addicted to. And it is so hard to stop it. No chance. At least i Always worked and still work and have a flat. But i would never get pregnant. But maybe they had him before they got addicted

[@fofofofo3076]

@@mirjamweibel9678 what drug are you addicted to ?

[@norazanoraza5690]

Provide affordable housing.Not just housing!

[@norazanoraza5690]

Do a survey of people who need hsing.Study their income.Cost should not exceed 40% of hsehold income for 30 yrs as a person applies bankloan

[@heartman3380]

this kid is so smart and has so much potential,speaks so well too. Amazing actually for where he has come from and had to cope with. I hope he goes on to do amazing things. bless him

[@travisstoll3582]

This is hard. I helped a homeless guy once by buying him food (his sign said hungry) and he told me he wanted money, not food. Another guy told me a long story about being separated from his children and I offered him a ride to get food. After getting to the store and listening to him for close to 30 minutes, he said, "I'll be honest. I don't want food, I want money for alcohol." I have been burned by homeless many times and my heart has hardened. I would like to help people like this guy, not those who get mad at me for not giving them money and possibly enabling an addiction. I can't tell the difference.

[@wormsnake1]

I hope you’re keeping strong young man. Don’t give up. You seem like an intelligent, sensitive person. Stay safe.x

[@rogerstrom1186]

That was a very smart kid in a shit hole world. He will rise above this mess.

[@taniarudolph4348]

What a young man! Throughout his own difficulties he can still see the bigger picture that we are ONE, all connected! I hope nothing but the best for him 🙏🏽

[@veselinvelikov9750]

I can't tell if he is 21 or 12..but seems nice dude!

[@debramiles5176]

That’s sad I have a daughter that’s 26 in my care I worry about her if something happens to me I would never have my kids on the streets God protect him

[@petsandthingsilike]

This hurts so much, man at 21 you should be partying and having fun, figuring out school and hanging out with friends... I'm 20 and I just hurt so much for him. I just wish I could make them safe. Have a safe place to sleep in.. my heart really goes out. World is cruel

[@Easterly888]

This guy speaks a lot better than most, homeless or not.