Mothers & Lovers | Girls Living On The Streets Of Brighton

[@rxider9037]

so now everyone likes the pretty homeless girl first it was kelly now its paige, yes they all need to be treated equally but everyone is saying "aww i really hope paige makes it out of this" they all need to make it out and its as simple as that

[@biamia4071]

Both Kelly and Paige are young, beautiful and seem to be quite intelligent. People cant resist this trifecta. That does not mean that we dont care about the other people just that some are more liked based on their qualities.

[@taylors4838]

TRUE in a perfect world! But in the show it's only Paige who is wanting and working on her life to change! For the chick that cares nothing more than getting high off her next hit of heroin cares nothing more than to stay with her guy that isn't helping uplift you at all but bring yourself farther down! If you've been able to get clean and sober before than you know you can again! You're more concerned with this low life man and your heroin fix than your own children! When you finally get to the bottom of the bottom then hopefully you will be able to get yourself some help! But leaving this guy and working towards finding sobriety is worth so much more! Trust me! I've been where you are right now in life and if you want it bad enough you'll do whatever it takes to get the help you need! I pray for this help to come before the heroin and streets kill you first! God bless your broken heart and soul and I will continue to offer up many prayers to the LORD and SAVIOR above for him to come and rescue you! YOU DESERVE A LIFE OF LOVE AND HAPPINES AND PEACE AND SURROUNDED BY THE ONES YOU LOVE!

[@kaceyglennon]

Vol de Mort that’s a lie Paige doesn’t waste her money on drugs and she is trying her hardest to still be able to visit her daughter but most of the other homeless people women just let their kids go into foster care and never try to see them

[@taylors4838]

Get a grip Rxider... it's got nothing to do with looks WHATSOEVER but the attitude and energy put forth to make changes for herself... if you stop making excuses for yourself and put forth the same amount of effort then maybe people will have the same opinion that they do of Paige. The other girls are only worried about the next fix, or beer and what they need to do to get it... it's totally sad and pathetic to see women just give up on themselves and have only concern for drugs, men and sex...

[@stancexpunks]

Rxider yeah I was wondering why everyone in the comments only felt sorry for Paige. Personally I felt the most sorry for Maria

[@lavalives]

i live in brighton so this really really opened my eyes and my heart. if i see any of these ladies i’ll do whatever i can to help them

[@curtislambert1343]

Just don't give them money. Begging is only for addiction. There are so many places and services in Brighton where homeless people can get food and clothing for free. It's one of the main reasons Brighton has more homeless people than anywhere else in the UK. It's like Mecca!

[@lavalives]

Curtis Lambert i appreciate that and i’ll take it into consideration, however i don’t agree completely. i think it’s different for homeless women, a lot of them don’t feel safe sleeping or eating at shelters, as there’s often a lot of violence there. i’m happy to give them any change i have, and also invest in shelters too so they have options

[@curtislambert1343]

There is certainly no harm in investing in the shelters and services and at the end of the day do whatever you feel helps someone else.

[@briesthoughts2261]

Eve For those advising not to donate cash, there are often not as many services for the homeless as people think/assume. That is part of the judgment that people do when I comes to the homeless--assume that the homeless person is a criminal or doesn't want help. Some of the shelters are dangerous, the residents rob each other, etc. Not everyone that is homeless is an addict. At least buy them food or see if they need feminine supplies if you want to help. Those items are necessary and yet very expensive. You would at least know that the funds aren't going to administrative costs/overhead.

[@Daaaanielle]

If you can, donate socks! New socks is seen as nothing but they can be a luxury to people like them, especially new ones. And even things like the tiny soap they sell at boots and stuff would actually be helpful. My auntie works with people in homeless situations and she said that it was way better to give them things like new underwear or sock because they are generally hard to come by new. I always feel like fluffy socks for the winter is good to give to homeless people, and whenever I want to give them money I pop into a shop and buy a cup of tea, better than money that might be safer? than running the risk of it going to drugs.

[@houseofoddity]

I only found out that Paige sadly passed away today. I’m completely heartbroken. I was a child that was given up for adoption and I know how difficult it was for my mother to do that. I know my mom loves me because she chose my life over herself selflessly. Paige your a true mother that made sacrifices and I’m so sorry it was all to much. My love goes out to Edell her mother and to all who met her and had the pleasure of seeing her truly beautiful heart. The world lost a a ray of light and I truly hope you find the peace in passing you couldn’t find in life. 😢😢😢 XOXO.

[@mavis1108]

Oh no! That is awful news. RIP Paige :(

[@lilibethmadrid]

What happened to her?

[@houseofoddity]

@@lilibethmadrid she took her own life. She hung herself. I’m sorry to have to pass that news on.

[@CedroneTravels]

So sad how ? Drugs?

[@houseofoddity]

@@CedroneTravels she committed suicide I believe (hanging). It was so so sad. She was really trying. I believe that drugs or lack thereof were responsible for her death.

[@_LilacRoses]

This is my worst fear. To end up in this position. I dunno why I think like that but it's just something that scares me so much.

[@LeenaStark]

Maybe one needs to think this way and be _afraid_ . Maybe by thinking this way it will ensure that you will never have to end up like this.

[@warefairsoda]

I feel exactly the same way - it's the only thing that really scares me

[@Sabbathissaturday]

I know what you mean. Everyday with a decent job and a roof and food is such a blessing.

[@HJadventures50]

It scares me as well I am on benefits at the moment due to disability and facing an assessment if they say no I could be this way

[@Sabbathissaturday]

Hannah Juicy - what is your disability? If you don’t mind my asking. I do realize, it’s none of my business, but since you brought it up, I am curious.

[@srhrth]

This series is so interesting so far and I think it’s really important to share what their side of the story is like this. I’d really like to hear more about just how they ended up rough sleeping.

[@b115-v9q]

+xFranceYy women are a bit more valuable then men if there out on the streets

[@mjag2834]

Tell your Sins to a Priest not a Pedestrian.

[@studmalexy]

well most men end up homeless because of things like divorce and the unfair divorce laws which are leveraged highly in the favour of women. This is the fruit of FEMINIST culture. lots of homeless men. I don't know why you don't give a shit about the men when 7/8ths of homeless are blokes??

[@mygodrocksbiggo5086]

I was thrown out by my mum in horrific house fire two children died I got told never walk again but got there went care home where the staff sexualy mentally abused us all that trauma led to bipolar split personality attachment disorders I ran away slept rough got on heavy drink drugs at that time I didn't know how poorly my mind was I slept on of went through hell everyone has a story and thing hurts most ya invisible on that floor your so desperate to survive daily I could write a book of my life story would be shocked for sure xx

[@paulm5095]

most of them ended up rough sleeping because they spent the rent money on drugs-it's that simple that's also the reason they all got there kid's taken from them,they would prefer a hit of heroin rather than having there kid's

[@johnc9483]

"I've started using drugs...to heal the pain from losing my children." See, that's something that we don't talk much about: the use of painkillers to kill psychological pain. Sometimes, that's what it takes. It's really quite terrible when people get to that point.

[@ladyredl3210]

Because people don't want to think it could happen to them.

[@88evileve88]

I agree completely.

[@cakepudding3220]

But why did she lose them in the first place if she was looking after them

[@johnc9483]

@@cakepudding3220 That's none of your business.

[@cakepudding3220]

John C Everyone has the right to think and ask those questions if she brought it up and told people

[@staceyblack7930]

It's so sad seeing Maria begging on the street but it's sadder knowing that she's going to buy drugs with the money that kind strangers give her

[@chrisiscool1744]

Sarah-Ann Hard acre the poor thing

[@natashara0872]

Emma Leece not all homeless are on drugs.

[@MinkPink11]

As long as you do your part, the rest is on them.. not you!

[@rachelb1502]

I usually offer to buy them a sandwhich or coffee or something...that way youre helping them but not helping them feed any addiction they may or may not have...cant honestlt blame or judge them for being on drugs or an alcoholic because it must be so shit being on the streets would be the only way to get through the day 😢

[@andymorris358]

Once you choose to give someone money as a gift, you don’t have any say in how they spend the money. Once it leaves your hands, it’s theirs to do with as they please.

[@islaalis8904]

BBC three have been very deceptive during filming. I did not like the way they were basically bribing hungry homeless people with food in exchange for filming. I did a short interview for the pre- film to see if it could get commissioned which i then retracted as I felt the independent film makers for this series were neglecting human rights to get there footage. They told me I would have to sign a waiver to release the footage which I declined to realise and Informed them clearly for you reasons for doing so. They have then gone ahead and used the footage of me without my permission. Aswell as bribing homeless People with food I also have heard of the the grape vine that it was in fact the film makers that gave maria the money to buy her drugs so that they could get footage of her using. Please Do not be fooled by the BBC 'S so called good Intentions. I only wish now that I had known this action would be taken so I could have said more. ISLA (:

[@catloverfurever00]

Isla Ali S that is awful. If they gave practical help instead, even paid for a week in a hostel for those on the street it would be something. There is something very exploitative about filming a drug addict shooting up yet offering no practical help

[@catloverfurever00]

Isla Ali S even to bring her wherever to get that awful abscess sorted out would have been something

[@ZuseTheYoungOG]

Well they do make money by exploiting the homeless, makes for captivating stories.

[@hellosunshine3321]

That doesn't surprise me, Isla - the BBC have had a terrible name for a long time now. I'm sorry they disrespected you and ignored your rights. I really wish you well :)

[@ForChrome1]

I hope all is well with you

[@3rdeyemusic449]

So sad they are not even living they are just existing 😔

[@beccabby6257]

Not even existing...more like surviving

[@FlickanIDetKroktaRummet]

bullshit. the redhead is a million times more living than 98% of socially accepted people like you.

[@skinseyful]

1002anna how do they have phones?

[@ruggedindividual5255]

Skys Lounge their choice. They all seem to be able to afford hair dye, drugs, food-some of them are fat even, cigs, spliffs, etc. get a job.

[@eyefishinggunkchannel1011]

they are living thats horrible to say that iff they had a life of death choice they would not chose death no way they would of lilled themselfs years ago iff so but no they want to carry on and the drugs give them a break belive ut or not it actualy helps hence why docters prescribe the same thing for pain and other thinfs

[@emilyjadeeex]

Paige needs to shop for food at supermarkets instead of convenient stores - it'd be so much cheaper.

[@katiem6620]

piggypigpig I’d rather get more food and have a difficult walk home with it than only get a tiny bit for the money I had, especially if I was struggling as bad as she is. I completely get what you’re saying tho, and it’s a good point,

[@cynthiaconner620]

It is hard,you don't have a fridge,so you need nonperishable food. If you leave stuff in a community kitchen,people eat your food. So you have to be able to carry it with you. Everything you own must be carried or stolen.

[@user-ui2jg3il5p]

I mean she has no skills at doing groceries, buying white bread and energy drinks won't really benefit her health. she looks very weak

[@laurenpadgett5440]

She isnt equipped with these life skills. She is doing the best she can. I am praying for all the girls.

[@dee6734]

Emily il pass on the msg

[@Chloe-vv9kd]

I was up Birmingham the other day, I was having something to eat in a chicken place as soon as I walked out I spotted a homeless man freezing cold and he saw me so I went back into the chicken shop got him a meal deal 8 pieces of chicken and chips and a can of coke for £3.50 went into pound land a few mins away got him some blankets and snacks and went over to him and gave it him he was so grateful and then to see him smile felt like I did something good for him. I always give homeless people change or food when I see them. 😊

[@all_is_well_Mara]

Chloe omg this brought tears to my eyes... thank you so much for your kindness ❤️

[@selobee4831]

@@papichulo5033 Exactly, I don't think people should ever give cash money to homeless people, 9 times out of 10 they won't use it as it was intended. My mom taught me that lesson when I was about 13; we saw a homeless man walking the streets, and since we were getting dinner already, she stopped by him to ask if he would like to choose something off the menu to eat. He could've chosen the most expensive thing if he really wanted to, but he was more interested in getting the actual money. After about 5 separate times telling the guy that he could either get the food or nothing, we eventually had to drive away because he admitted he was gonna buy drugs instead of food. My mom told us kids "That's why you should never give beggars cash or change, to offer them something helpful like food or water or warmth, and if they don't want that then they're not truly in need of it." It may sound bad to some, but that was a powerful lesson taught to me. I'd much rather help someone directly than be hindering them indirectly.

[@chromotechsa2]

They are not on the street just you can feel good about yourself for couple of dollars. If you were genuine about helping them, I'm sure you've got the resources to properly help, rather than just make a token effort. There's a saying about giving a man a fish, do you know it?

[@mickduncan3564]

yeah its dont give a man a fish or hell go and ell it and buy some heroin

[@cedricliggins7528]

I gave a homeless man $10 instead of saying thank you he asked me for $10 more. God bless America.

[@stancexpunks]

I love the way that woman begs. Just the simple polite way she says “spare any change please?” is endearing to me. Normally I never give to beggars but if I heard that, I would def give her something

[@henrygargan1929]

stancexpunks Maura x

[@mickduncan3564]

youve never heard that one before???

[@URFUTUREUK]

What are you on about

[@MLeibs]

Thank you for sharing this. I opened my eyes and my heart through your compassionate film about the struggles of our homeless brothers and sisters in the UK.

[@laurenm837]

This really makes me thankful for what I've got and I hope that these women one day will get the privileges that they deserve.

[@benlotus2703]

They are junkies and they continually destroy everything ''good'' in their lives, as they enjoy their n@rcotics !

[@teddiemack8071]

nope. You only get looked after if you are a dark skinned invader.

[@whataboutredlorry]

Maria saying "I don't see a way out" and a BBC reporter is sitting right there... like come on, they should step in. Contact a drug counselor and rehab facility and offer Maria and the others who agreed to be filmed for the documentary the chance to get clean and get help and get their life on a new track. Maria is obviously miserable with her addiction, she doesn' enjoy it, she's not chasing joy. She's just trying to stave off the withdrawal and 'sickness'. Her addiction needs medical intervention and supervision to withdraw from.

[@kernow24]

she's no doubt had all that help in the past and the local services have washed their hands of her, they will claim they want things to change and then go straight back to using, they are all the same.

[@tonlo92]

They have been given flats, hostels etc & still would rather be on the street. Instead of using that as an opportunity to get a job, maybe waitressing. If they are willing to change for their children what makes you think a reporter can make them want it. You can offer some people the world & they can't accept it until they are ready.

[@resilient5557]

Living With Ericka they come first Bc without you go thru extreme withdrawal, imagine having the flu but 10x worse, you can go weeks without sleep due to withdrawal.

[@MJSinger10]

I've seen an interview with a cameraman from the show "Intervention", and in order to get an unbiased, genuine story they are not supposed to interfere unless it's a dire emergency. He talked about fights, drug deals gone bad, people OD-ing, etc and how many sleepless, guilt ridden nights he had (plus consistent nightmares) long after he stopped working in the job. He also discussed the rumors regarding giving money for drugs, and confirmed he'd witnessed it a few times over the years, when no one was supposed to see it. Like every other part of life, there are good folks and bad folks, and folks that mean well but do the wrong thing. But in the end, a channel like BBC3 has to make money to keep bringing interesting stories to viewers like us...no matter how shady they have to be to capture the footage, unfortunately. 😒 I really hope they do SOMETHING for the subjects of their documentaries, whether through the channel or personally! FYI...Maria was given help in 2012 after an interview with Mark Horvath who started an organization called Invisible People (it's here on KZbin, I barely recognized her since she weighed a few stone more then). But breaking the cycle of drug addiction is hard without all the proper services they need after getting clean!

[@pawetfashions6104]

whataboutredlorry Really they cant do anything. We a clinical psychologist do this as well is observation in ones natural environment. As long as they are not threatening to kill themselves or someone else we are to simply observe.

[@foreverinink]

binge watching. I’m 2 years late but this is still the reality we’re faced with today. Bless them all. 🙏🏽❤️💕

[@goodnightmyprince6734]

Paige killed herself in February

[@natalyazupan7236]

My heart feels for Maria. She is a smart, gentle woman who just needs some help to get out of this situation. Praying for you beautiful.

[@rebeccastephens7572]

I am amazed at the clarity all of these people have. Absolutely mesmerized at how honestly can express themselves. These girls are so incredibly intelligent. They have no delusions. They deserve all the help there is. Love them!

[@nougatschokie]

man i'm happy that there is a new episode out

[@kp361]

Fascinating documentary series, BBC Three. You should focus on programming like this - real stories without sensationalism.

[@jaelynn7575]

It seems like living "in care" isn't doing these girls any good! Another big problem I see in the UK is being done with high school at age 16 and considered an adult. The human brain isn't developed until around 20, so this whole care system seems counterintuitive along with the "age of adulthood." Seems it would be better to put these troubled girls into boarding schools if they start acting out around age 12, b/c that's typically when young girls think they can do everything themselves and rebel, but are in no way ready for the harsh realities of how hard life is and don't have the education to find a job.

[@pompeytrooper6815]

Our government should be ashamed.

[@sergiocave4371]

Pompey Trooper they should be happy they are in the UK mate . The government is fair here with the help

[@whataboutredlorry]

There is hope for Paige, she's almost self-aware about her problems, she seems smart and and like an interesting person. JP needs to go, he will only drag her down. Paige needs to get into permanent housing and she needs a support system, a social worker to give her support to make a fresh start away from drug addicts, homelessness and unemployment.

[@thefightingirish1630]

Unfortunately Paige took her own life in February. May god rest her soul and she be at peace now

[@isobelle9640]

@@thefightingirish1630 where did you find this? I saw a comment from her that said 1 year ago? :(

[@36minutesago7]

@@isobelle9640 Sadly it’s true, I read about it and there is a video here on KZbin about it too.

[@benlotus2703]

@@isobelle9640 My friend Michelle saw her

[@mallorykittenx1338]

so sad... I’ve seen paige and JP arguing before. Strange how close to home everything is... god and I’ve given Maria money before when she told me she was pregnant and it was her birthday and she needed £10 for hostel.. bless her.. hope they all come through this.

[@b115-v9q]

that 10 pound probably went on heron

[@mallorykittenx1338]

b11 5 most definitely. But that’s her money, she’s free to spend it on what she wants. Whatever gets her through the day.

[@b115-v9q]

+Mrs Ramirez x I usually always give homeless people change my heart goes out to them I used to walk past this homeless man on the way to college every morning it was raining and freezing and he would be sut on the floor he always looked so sad I gave him change and he was thankful I seen a tho over people give him change then I seen him walk into Gregg's I fort aww bless him must of went and got hes self something to eat or drink I am glad my change helped him be able to do that

[@MancstaSam]

I thought she said she doesn't pretend she's pregnant..Maria has no intention of getting clean..her kids are way better off without her sad to say

[@jodiemia1888]

In my area whenever I make extra food I take it down to the town and take it to homeless. I buy cases of water and take them down.

[@sashakimi31]

I feel like more people feel sympathy for paige because she looks much more attractive or cooler to them than the others but I would like to help all of them. They all could be better human beings.

[@bunnyyamor3154]

sashakimi31 she also wasnt shown doing drugs and seemed to be actively trying to jump through the hoops set up for her by the gov.

[@faceofantasy1194]

She trying to get her daughter back shit

[@resilient5557]

I agree , and it isn’t right!

[@solohands8177]

Cunningly, the *production* companies are intuitively aware of that fact and that is why she is the main focus of the show... The real tragedy, is that it takes a documentary by greedy capitalist to nudge folk to be considered for a second... Still, the production team profits. I do not envisage humanity altering from epochs of faulty reigns and characterisations bequeathed along the ages. Humanity can not get it right, as it stands.

[@LauraStar127]

Oh good on You.. want a pat on the back?? How many homeless people have you helped?

[@Eijididnothingwrong]

As someone who has been homeless (but in the U.S.), this is both incredibly sad and incredibly frustrating. We need to do more for the citizens of our countries when they need placement, rehab, and/or mental health care.

[@chetyoubetya8565]

You can't make anyone stay in rehab if they refuse as well as stay on medication and if you think it's that so called place someone an adult is that easy legally you're living in the nether world.

[@DelaniaAndTheDogs]

As a recovered addict myself I can feel the pain of these people. It’s so easy to judge when you haven’t walked this path. God it hurts. The withdrawal is a nightmare and after that you have to survive without the thing you felt was keeping you going. My heart aches for these girls. I know the struggle.

[@ronaldmoylan8757]

Well spoken

[@BeckyJade]

Watching these types of shows helps me so much by feeling close to people

[@sdw_taylor738]

Don't judge these people, a lot of people are just one paycheck away from being homeless. It can and does happen to anyone. Keep your chin up Paige, us due some luck Sooner or later xxx

[@zeinabali4351]

Surviving Kel this scares the shit out of me.

[@nunyabuisness7552]

I do blame them and everyone who is one paycheck away from financial disaster. A person that close to the edge is a moron for having a cell phone, internet connection, eating out instead of cooking in, tattoos, alcohol and tobacco and of course any drugs should not be part of their lives. Any entertainment should be self made and free. Not buying anything that isn't absolutely necessary to survive. Until they have a healthy savings account they are being RECKLESS with their finances and deserve their financial disaster they set up for themselves.

[@sueblease9143]

God bless u all

[@mygodrocksbiggo5086]

Thank you I'm bipolar split personality attachment disorders and went through horrific trauma I was rough sleeper ended up on drugs to cope with the situation in now 9 rs clean by grace god could happen to anyone so thanks for that comment xx

[@ajb5114]

I often buy food for homeless people , after watching this I'll continue to do so.

[@pastytit]

Good job

[@erindonohue6138]

this really makes me appreciate what I have. generally feel so sorry for these poor women🙍‍♀️

[@Mina-ti9nh]

Reading the comment section on these issues really annoy me. I've come to the conclusion you just cannot please people. And they will find fault regardless. No one is saying women are more important. But men and women suffer from different issues. Separating it doesn't mean BBC3 are giving women special treatment. They are making sure that homeless men and women's issues don't get blurred, muddles together and forgotten. Women have to deal with pregnancy, rape, prostitution and Menstruation. They are just showing how they cope with these issues on the streets. While men have to deal with the burdening of toxic masculinity which makes them vulnerable because they don't get the help they need. STOP PUTTING MEN AND WOMEN AT ONE ANOTHER.

[@shaniasmith9999]

Thomas Black which is the one that can be avoided. Rape or menstruation?

[@cbizz1452]

I'm sorry to say but men can be raped aswell...

[@70spoem]

amanda I'm so happy for you!

[@fox_6174]

Finally someone that said it!

[@marilynwillett804]

OH PLEASE, females are raped the world over, if a guy is raped he is very young or gay, an able bodied strong man has every advantage over any girl. There is no comparison be real..

[@TheStellalegs72]

Paige is so lovely and genuine, wishing her all the best in the future.

[@pearlkelly6337]

she kille herself

[@lola.44.77]

Feel so bad. I ignore the homeless a lot. I feel ashamed. Thanks, BBC, important series. Changes our views. I specially pray for Maria. She is so honest. God bless her.

[@renimellon7517]

I love these videos reminds me when I was homeless when I was younger, and still epically struggling to stay off the streets.

[@kimbershark]

As a Mother of a 13 year old this breaks my heart. I can't imagine how the parents are feeling knowing their child is sleeping on the street. I would be worried sick. I'd probably climb in the tent and live with them until they came home lol

[@iamthenati]

4:53 "How am I supposed to get my tobacco?" I know it's not PC to judge homeless people but... YOU'RE SUPPOSED TO PRIORITISE

[@lolliwops]

Paradox not everyone can

[@mjag2834]

The first are last and the last are first.

[@Sleepwalkourlives]

Clearly you don't understand how addiction works yo, insensitive fuckhead.

[@all_is_well_Mara]

Paradox if you’d know what it’s like to live on the street, then you’d know that prioritising is exactly what they are doing. It’s very complex, but please be a little kinder instead of judging :-)

[@Czadzikable]

@@all_is_well_Mara but the whole point is that she has been given a flat to live in, so she is NOT on the street anymore - she has been offered an opportunity to change her life around, but she's more concerned with getting tobacco, which is NOT a need - it's a destructive want.

[@kalebarancelovic]

7:43 after she asks for spare change, you see a piece of her die inside... :(

[@sarak4022]

Maria’s attitude to her situation is just inspiring like most homeless people take out their anger on the people who walk by and ignore them but Maria just says ok we’ll have a good night darling and my heart just breaks that she has to go through this and watching this series has definitely made me think twice about the people I see when walking because obviously you never know anyone’s story. Wish all of them the best x

[@MarialovesleeSullivan]

Ty hun it's Maria I will give u my number it's 07736967160 if u can help in anyway please I'd love that ty for your kind comment xxx

[@peggysnail4899]

@@MarialovesleeSullivan hi Maria, hope you’re doing ok

[@MarialovesleeSullivan]

@@peggysnail4899 yes I'm ok thanks hunny x

[@peggysnail4899]

@@MarialovesleeSullivan so happy to hear that :)

[@Gwallgofrwydd]

My heart goes out to all of them. I just wish I could go out there and tell Jo jo that she is not alone, and that she does have someone and bring her in for a warm cup of tea and a shower.

[@vanessadaly1992]

My heart is breaking for Paige. I’m hoping she finds the strength to be strong be fight through this struggle. Sending positive vibes her way ✨❤️

[@pearlkelly6337]

she killed herself

[@staceyblack7930]

God bless these people. Keeping them in my prayers. 💖🙏

[@katyj6645]

'We buy kingsmeal' *picks up hovis*

[@blessed4894]

Katy J 😂

[@CaraNicole96]

The Truth there's also a Lidl 5 minutes away from where she was! Would've been a lot cheaper

[@bok..]

Cara she doesnt know the area.

[@ThePoolchampion]

😂

[@angusmacdonald6537]

Katy J a no

[@chanellejade6206]

I love Maria! I wish her the very best. Her heart is huge.

[@ericaschannel2599]

I’m 13 years clean and sober and even at my absolute worst I never ever lost all I had and had to sleep on the streets and I never went to needles either ugh my heart I’m so glad it clicked in for me when it did !

[@frankmangan2113]

How is life now ?

[@MEETyouAtgatescemmie]

❤️🙏❤️

[@callum9876]

Man I feel awful watching these documentaries. Isla breaks my heart.

[@islaalis8904]

I'm OK, we are surviving but thank you for your support - Isla (:

[@laurarosa5607]

Isla Ali S stay strong 👍☺️

[@sergiocave4371]

It’s life

[@kaylak6274]

I love these videos, it inspires me to keep working so I can achieve my goals and help people like these lady's. my heart goes out to all of them it's truly afwful seeing people living like this

[@orlab7745]

Paige is so intelligent and empathic, she's amazing

[@pearlkelly6337]

RIP to paige

[@Michelle_Schu-blacka]

Brighton is such a beautiful and friendly place ... I wish I still lived there. But it does have a side that almost feels frightening ... Just walking down Western Road after dark seems a bit strange.

[@Starling-lp1pz]

Yeah I totally agree I visited recently and it does get a bit weird after dark

[@ooblebip]

+Britney I agree I'm always much more wary of packs of drunks roaming around than i've ever been of people sleeping rough

[@tdog999100]

before you critize i want you to think about your life as it is now, the home you have, the friends and family around you that love you, the bed/room you sleep in the 9 to 5 job putting money in your bank, being able to go anywhere you want and do whatever you want for the most part, going out on nights out with friend etc, your nice safe comfortable life that you have come to rely on and expect every morning when you wake up, then imagine one day you wake up and its all gone, life as you knew it is just gone, if you can get into that mind space then you can start to understand what these people are going through

[@AB-gb4xf]

heroin is a choice. you can get help, they dont want to. I don t understand why should I respect this.

[@allykuit5384]

I do imagine it. Some of us actually don't have anyone to rely on. I don't. I work hard and at times have worked 3 jobs. I am terrified of being homeless.

[@aishaali6806]

Partially true said. But are they being responsible to take care of themself. And why can't they do any job? And the government should help them somehow. But when u are always on drugs most of the time. How can they be helped? They choose that life. I'm an orphan and grow up all alone too. But I survived with no drugs. Work my butt off 2 jobs and manage to get a small house for myself. It's either u want to be better or not.

[@MEETyouAtgatescemmie]

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[@gailh589]

It's terrible that Paige has ended up living on the streets, she seems so switched on. I really feel for her and keep my fingers crossed that she gets some good luck and that her life changes for the better xxxx

[@pearlkelly6337]

She killed herself last year

[@db6881]

​@@pearlkelly6337 How do you know?

[@pearlkelly6337]

@@db6881 and loads of people in the comments have said as well but I read it online in the newspaper, Google her name an you'll see the article

[@pearlkelly6337]

@@db6881 February 2021 she killed herself

[@db6881]

@Pearl Kelly OK thanks.

[@cheesepuffffff]

She has 5 quid and goes for an expensive corner shop instead of lidl or aldi... then complains she doesn't have money for tobacco... the priorities here... ffs

[@pearlkelly6337]

Yeah I know that did annoy me a bit, RIP to Paige though

[@brittania1974]

It's lonely everywhere, not just on the streets.

[@CamaraHill]

I love these,just wish they were longer. Keep up the good work.

[@kayleet8370]

Paige has passed away bless her hope shes at peace x

[@rollieroulston]

Skin popping or injecting into the muscle like that is so much worse than injecting into the vein, it's no wonder shes got such a bad abscess brewing

[@yvonneturner92]

I never knew that why would it be worse Rollie asking cause I used to do both ... Used too now I'm on a methadone programme

[@TheSWolfe]

Old news now but, I hope she, if nothing else, was able to access prompt medical care following this. Abscesses can f u up. Can't get clean/high or dream if yr dead. Peace & health & hope, Maria.

[@bobbymcgarry6796]

really enjoying all these series!!i love hearing from their side of view otherwise we would all have our own judgement to go on. these are good people just in bad places and me or you could end up like them one day.

[@patientdD420]

It's now 2024. I used to see these girls back then when they were on the streets. I don't know more.. I pray they are well and safe.🙏🕊💚

[@Chev2k3]

So sad..... however in the end where she was begging for change while being cuddled up with her man is hilarious!!

[@pamdor3]

Chevon Newman and takes drugs

[@b115-v9q]

😂

[@MancstaSam]

lol it was pathetic..tbh she was the one who annoyed me the most with her endless excuses you can tell she has no intention of changing

[@Chev2k3]

BrexitCub 38 indeed.... while I can find some empathy for her and by extension drug addicts people need to take some responsibility for their actions.

[@aliyahf9104]

The ''I've got a wet tail'' right before that made me laugh

[@phoebebella5230]

I really do hope they don’t give up because there all so kind and have warm hearts ♥️

[@amberlol4385]

these ladies are in my prayers and all of the thousand of others 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@elegantlywasted3251]

I really like this series Thanks BBC

[@shannon_i_am]

I realize people are hesitant to give out cash, however you could always give gift cards to stores. It gives people a sense of dignity and self respect being able to do something as simple as buy their own meal, or buy their own clothes. Once you actually get to the point of homelessness its damn near impossible to get going, get a job, save up a couple thousand (or more) to move into a place. It's almost impossible to move into a new place when you already have a place to live.

[@salvatorem1959]

Rest In Peace Paige . So sad ... 💙🙏🏻.

[@cathycooper5606]

That’s sad to have no hope 😢

[@Nerotheraccoon]

When I went to NYC I was giving 20 dollar bills to this one girl I walked by every day. It was really sad because you could tell she was thinking "what does he want in return" Me : for you to eat lol. I'm gay

[@julianakleijn2487]

lol i love this!

[@girlinthesouth850]

This show is so heartbreaking

[@jordannatasha4635]

I love this mini series so much I find it so interesting.

[@jodiewilson4881]

Rip paige fly high beautiful! ❤️💔👼

[@janes9264]

She passed away?

[@LolLol-rf4pu]

@@janes9264 no she’s alive , she’s clean , has a child , joining the army and isn’t even homeless anymore

[@stag_gt]

@@LolLol-rf4pu Paige took her own life

[@lilibethmadrid]

@@stag_gt she committed suicide?

[@stag_gt]

@@lilibethmadrid ye I saw it online somewhere

[@katdel7596]

Paige is 21 ? She looks like she is 30, I hope she can turn her life around.

[@Diva380]

Same. She seems to be one of the few who is ready to get well. Hoping at least one more of the other women will try as well. Waiting for the next video in this series (and thinking I should probably look for a similar American version of it).

[@achenoletkett9479]

Kat DEL what do you expect when she's been living rough in allllllllllll kinds of weather conditions??????

[@MancstaSam]

what is she actually addicted to? I only seen her smoke spice once in the first episode but since then I've not seen her take any drugs..maybe she's on methadone prescription or somethin I don't know but she deco seems to be the one whose the least messed up unlike the woman on crutches who looks at deaths door and Maria with the Abscesses!!

[@katdel7596]

I don't think she is into drugs

[@paigegreenaway3518]

Yes i did smoke spice but in the second addition i got myself in the rooms of AA, CA, NA .. And am now taking part in the 12 steps of recovery. i have a sponsor and am going on to step 2 i am 40 days clean off spice & Cocaine! & alcohol....

[@charlescantbreathe]

I took a trip down to Brighton yesterday. I walked from the station to the seafront. I passed by Maria, who looks well. She told me she’s 6 months off of the drugs. Her sister had passed away, the day before, and she was waiting to pickup keys for a house. She was grateful that I spoke with her.

[@pearlkelly6337]

Aww I won how Maria is now in 2024

[@tmwtheo]

I've spoken to her frequently for a while, she's sadly still on the streets coming up to 2025

[@charlescantbreathe]

@ That is a shame. I was in Brighton a few months ago and saw her still.

[@reaganmurphy386]

Love paige think she’s inspiring, poor girl😩 my heart really goes out to her and I hope she’s doing well xx

[@chrislynn5227]

She died

[@pearlkelly6337]

She killed herself February 2021

[@pearlkelly6337]

she killed herself

[@Tommygreycj1990]

I have to reflect somtimes on how lucky i actully am to have a half normal life.

[@Tina-ur9gv]

Heartbreaking to watch. I don´t know what happened to the UK. When I first came to the country in 1996, you hardly saw any homeless people, but after revisiting Oxford in 2015 I couldn´t believe my eyes what has been going on. People sleeping rough on the high street during the day...So frustrating...

[@vintage1950]

Martina Chlupáčková we were saying this. Back in the 90’s, Luton council rehomed all their homeless. Dunstable never knew what one was. Now we are seeing loads.

[@krollpeter]

This are the long term effects of Thatcherism. In the US the long term effect of Reaganism have kicked in around the same time. Germany will still get the Merkelism effect, but that will be different. A more dull and uninspiring population, a harsher social climate. Could be the end result being the same as the US, 40 % poverty, wide-spread drug abuse and general degradation.

[@samijj81]

yes, austerity tory governments it's a disgrace the number of homeless people. I was ill for a few years and housebound, went to the city centre after a long time and zombie's and homeless people everywhere. I don't understand how people can be so cold. I'm ashamed of my country.

[@mrlozmoore]

'ashamed of your country' -- we're one of few nations that give money, shelter and job assistance for FREE - and all the help one needs to make for a better life. they choose not to accept it. would you rather live in India, Nigeria, or Pakistan, or Egypt or Iran or .... FFS!

[@mjag2834]

Labour destroyed the family unit back in the nineties and the Tories then decided to break down the individual. That's what happened.

[@nathan3368]

I'm a dad of two beautiful girls, I can't comprehend not seeing them. Must be like a living hell for people in this type of situation.

[@tdog999100]

i feel so bad for these girls, ive been in that position a few times in my teens and its not nice, your priorities change so drastically and even taking care of your basic needs becomes 10 times harder, its all well and good saying sort yourself out change your priorities etc but when your in that situation you just go into survival mode and its very hard to get off the streets without someone coming and physicaly taking you out of that situation which doesnt really happen

[@88evileve88]

Yes!! This!

[@samzo8982]

Born and raised here and many people thinks it's amazing and it is but the is such a dark side I hope opened ur guys eyes,and I see jp on the streets quite alot always give him some spare change for his daily spliff I'm 14

[@twerkwork102]

Paige should be grateful she was given a flat and stop complaining about it

[@aniela5517]

twerk@work it’s easy to say that when you’re in her position. yes they gave her a flat but to move 8 miles away from everything and everyone you know can be completely harrowing especially to such a young girl who’s mental health is already fragile. you have to think about the social side of things, you could have a mansion but if you’re lonely ultimately you’ll be living an unhappy life

[@taposherabeya7857]

Chicken Nuggets No she got a roof under her head. Having freedom To be happy and live within reaching distance with your social life is a privilege which you have to work hard for. Beggars can’t be choosers. Sheesh

[@arijackson3721]

Taposhe Rabeya literally lol 😂

[@Czadzikable]

@@aniela5517 hmmm, 8 miles really isn't that far though? People not only commute way further, but also move to other towns, accross countries and accross continents for opportunities to earn a better life, and she's complaining about 8 miles? Plus, by "away from everything and everyone she knows" - you mean like, away from the grayvayard site with her collapsed tent, away from the public toilets where she had to do the "tramp wash", away from street corners and doorways where she used to sit and beg? Away from her pothead boyfriend who's main concern is "getting a spliff", away from her other junkie buddies and from the drug dealers she knows?... ..... 🤔 ..... Hmmm you know, if she actually wants to turn her life around, it might actually be best to move as far away as possible from all those things and people she knows, as they're not exactly going to help her out - only drag her down...

[@anitamarie1576]

Looking on her FB she lost her first child. Passed away in 2013. A baby girl. I'm surprised this was never mentioned.. it gives you a deeper look on things.

[@LouisaReacts]

I think Suella Braverman needs to be shown this documentary and ones like it. To know that it isn't a lifestyle choice and that penalising charities who give homeless people tents is despicable. Instead of demonising people who are in this situation, maybe look at how we could and should be helping them.

[@jajagabour8150]

A good hit in the morning comparing it to having her kids omg the absolute pits

[@chrislynn5227]

I’m Ana edict and it’s true though live addiction and get back to me

[@URFUTUREUK]

​@@chrislynn5227you're an edict 😂

[@rmorris690]

Some Of these ppl are ridiculous!!!... A few have a Place to call home and yet they choose to be on the streets instead.... Smh

[@gaildonaldson6966]

I'd be on the street ight beside these women had it not been for the methadone program. It's literally saved my life. It keeps me on the straight & narrow. My money goes for rent & food. I keep away from those who still use. It's been 20 years & I'm staying the course.

[@Re_Mecs]

i saw her a month or so after this was filmed, her abscess had burst, im not sure she saw a doctor about it but shes doing fine still, abscess has now gone

[@AnnabelladeBonnay]

The rush of Heroine is akin to the comforting embrace of a Lover it's Comfort!! Something that stinking cold hearted doctors and some sections of society refuse to acknowledge..... or comprehend....!!

[@empirestate8791]

4:50 How come she asks about getting tobacco before getting food?

[@Tommy-LeeNaylor]

Heart breaks for Paige and the fact she took her own life :( yes she might have mental health issues but taking her child away won’t help that. She doesn’t seem like she’d be a bad mum, I wish they would of gave her the support to be a mum, it’s hard work being a mum with issues of your own but I don’t doubt she loves her little girl more than anything in this world. I just know her spirit is with her daughter forever xx god bless you Paige, the world can be so cruel :( ❤

[@jodiehaleybirchler]

I just feel like going up to them and offering them support and a helping hand to change their life and to be safe and healthy.. and I know it’s a lot more complicated than that, but I just want to help them achieve a beautiful and happy life without all these struggles and addictions.

[@WuExist]

I never give money to homeless people because you never know what they're going to spend it on. Give food, drink or clothes, it's worth a lot more and at least you know it's to help them in some way.

[@krollpeter]

They usually will throw the food into the next dustbin.

[@lejiffstix6229]

but now the money they would have spent on food or clothes can go to drugs or alcohol...

[@krollpeter]

I check how they look. If the person has just have poor clothes he or she might just be unlucky in life. I may give. If the person looks sick, physically down like this Maria here, I will not give. Chances are my money will be going down the drain, or my food will be thrown away. That might be unfair.

[@allexitmusik]

If your money funds the final hit, accept that the person would rather be dead. If your act of kindness makes them wake up the next morning and decide to change their life, that’s nice but not your business either.

[@krollpeter]

According to that sort of logic it is also not anyone's business, if I give to the needy or the addicted or to nobody.

[@annaoddi1103]

It's heartbreaking to see these girls were living on the streets, but homelessness is everywhere. So glad to read in the comments section that things are better for Paige. I pray that all homeless find better times.

[@renepassa1969]

She's passed...

[@tonyclack5901]

Its people like Maria that must make it hard for genuine people on the street because I would never give to people begging on the street because I do not want to share the little I have so people can just shoot up. I give direct to the organisations that provide food and an overnight bed.

[@dr.trixiecp5651]

Will there be more episodes to this series?...I sure hope so...really hoping to see more!!

[@tegannn9745]

4:37 Them old pound coins!! Brings back memories🤣

[@kimhansen8615]

I share a 3 room flat with wife and 2 kids. Kids needs own room so we sleep in living room. I feel very privileged and happy right now.

[@basskitten7325]

Rest In peace Paige

[@Heyymynameisjbells]

It is like the santa monica of england. How crazy. I went to brighton once and i thought it was beautiful. Didnt know there was such a problem over there like that. This series is well done.

[@gonzaminator530]

Are there options for them to get help with accommodation, getting clean and education/employment? I just wish these people could get proper help.

[@danielleevans3323]

I'm fascinated by this show. What do they do when it's winter and there are blizzards and snow for weeks?! I always wondered.

[@aleksolech8222]

Page seems to be the only Pearson that isn't talking about drugs at all. 1 like = better future for paige❤️

[@pearlkelly6337]

Yeah I know, may she RIP

[@solemnitytribe1769]

Brighton is an amazing place and I love it but I must admit the number of homeless people did shock me. It's so sad to see

[@copycopy-op9ft]

I hope your daughter sees this someday. To atleast know you made an effort.

[@sophiestephens9796]

God rest Paige’s soul. She was young and deserved more in life. We should be quick to show kindness to someone who’s worse off. Showing kindness to someone who’s down can change their whole mood and mindset. Paige was let down it’s so sad.

[@Midnightconfessional]

Totally agree and I believe the concept that we should judge a country based on how we treat people who are unwell ❤