Residents share what life is like inside Greensboro’s pallet homes

[@saranicks7395]

This is such a great alternative to shelters for the homeless!

[@HaroldThompson-i1r]

FALSE, communal housing in multi-story structures is much more efficient use of resources and space. Tiny homes are a terrible idea. We need to cram people into big housing units.

[@mikeblaz]

@@HaroldThompson-i1r Such a silly statement. Tiny units give the person a sense of independence and will help them mentally. Not CRAMMED in big housing units like a bunch of cattle...

[@elizabethalexander6528]

It gives people dignity they deserve.

[@sandpiperr]

@@HaroldThompson-i1r Yes, well no one is going to build a highrise apartment unless they can make money off it, at which point it won't be accessible to the homeless.

[@ilovelamp521]

​@HaroldThompson-i1r ok but that's not safe

[@p.o.ppouringonpurpose3789]

This is what we need, NOT ANOTHER BASEBALL FIELD, CONVENTION CENTER, BUT TINY HOMES TO HELP THE HOMELESS. ITS TOO MANY VACANT BUILDINGS FOR THE HOMELESS NOT TO HAVE SOMEWHERE TO LAY THERE HEADS. THANK GOD FOR THIS PROGRAM.❤

[@latoyiab79]

Amen!!!!

[@dellk8198]

💯

[@jeanniestegner9915]

Amen, No more golf courses either. 😊

[@Michael_Beanflip]

@@jeanniestegner9915tell that to tRump

[@RoyFr]

Thank you , this is how a True Christian thinks,God bless you

[@SpiffyPenguin]

Life can take a turn for any of us. What a good way to help people back on their feet

[@rod1147]

But if they were to SELL me one of these mini homes, they ask 250k 😪

[@donotsupportterroristgroups]

I didn't hear anything about them helping them get back on their feet, they're just getting their feet in a home.

[@donotsupportterroristgroups]

I didn't hear anything about them helping them get back on their feet, they're just getting their feet in a home.

[@tuckerbugeater]

they have better services than the working poor@@rod1147

[@tuckerbugeater]

just getting a foot in the door to your black heart@@donotsupportterroristgroups

[@calvinjefferson321]

This program is helping .Having a warm place to stay and be able to lock the door and stay safe.

[@algernon5776]

I am a testament that this could happen to anyone. The last 4 years have been hell; first 2 years COVID no income; next 2 years had involved major surgery requiring 23 days in intensive care and recovery. Of course no income. But I own my home and had saved like a dog over the years and thankfully I keep the lights and fought back the wolves at my door. I am now digging out of the hole and feel blessed to still live in a beautiful home, have a car and pay my bills. I am not rich but extremely blessed and oh so happy now. But people must have compassion for our fellow human beings and their journey thru homelessness. Given the unknowns anybody could become homeless so be kind and be humble.

[@lissaslighthouse8475]

SUCH A BLESSING!! THANK YOU FOR YOUR STORY❤

[@strangerous1313]

Yeah, that's just what everyone should be doing.

[@youtubesucks2575]

God Bless with prosperity and wealth

[@johnnypham2850]

I agree

[@MsJackieGaines]

@algernon5776 Beautiful testimony; we're ALL one paycheck away from being homeless!! ‼️💯🎯

[@exceptionaltalentspc4954]

Nice to see something is being done to help the homeless.

[@Trish0305]

Totally agree 💯✌️🙏

[@jumahbrady670]

Facts 💯

[@daisydukes8252]

Help the homeless, while you turn our country into a hovel of tiny shacks. At the same time you steal from the Taxpayers and make them slaves to those who won’t work..shameful !

[@geoh7777]

In California, some people wanted to help by building tiny homes ($1200 each) so homeless could get in out of the weather. The government, who were doing very little to help, said you can't do that, collected up the tiny homes and destroyed them, leaving the people out in the weather again. Government officials care only for their own "version of the truth" and have no respect for the property of the people. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfLaJmCZ5eKeac

[@MindfulMatters734]

Amen 🙏🏾

[@yolandacasey66]

They need to place these in every state. Such a compassionate and helpful idea. And as the gentleman stated it could be any one of us that needs help like this at any time.

[@annparis4981]

Only in the USA do you allow people to lose everything bc of illness. You should be ashamed. You're country is so hateful to each other you'd rather pay an insurance company $500 a month for Heath insurance than $100 a month for your Medicare system for all. Your politicians have made you believe that universal health care is bad. It isn't. Your Medicare system is awesome. Why not let everyone enjoy it? Bc if sheer utter selfish ambition and greed. You hate each other. You're the only advanced country that refuses to care for it's in people and you wonder why youre in debt to China? Bc you won't pay to keep your own people healthy, you won't pay to educate your own people, and now you're #36 in the world in education. You don't invest in your in people, your country will fail. Well, it already has and we watch and cry for you from afar. Your selfishness will be your down fall.

[@backagain5216]

Good job. They are warm and safe. I have no problem with my tax dollars helping out.

[@JennaCalifornia]

They have them here in California as well. Definitely a good program. Hope it continues to expand.

[@IAMthatIAM992]

Until it's a mini dope house

[@IAMthatIAM992]

Until it's a mini dope house

[@WillowEverlight]

Every state needs this.

[@melaninproud2383]

I agree.

[@mhembree1989]

America needs free healthcare. People shouldn’t go broke from needing healthcare. Truly hope the kind souls in this video and in the world have a safe place to lay their head despite what they have to endure. We can do better as a nation.

[@msj793]

@@mhembree1989exactly or at least reduce the amount we pay

[@ada-yw1bb]

No ... many states don't need this . Hmm wonder what's different ? Hint...it starts with a D , ends with a T and, looks like a jackass .

[@msj793]

@@ada-yw1bb I’m a Republican but I also feel like temporary housing is ok as long as the person is on a time limit or required to work. Stipulations. They’re not just living for free and not making an effort to help themselves.

[@Dontleavemedimi]

When human beings are treated humanely it radiates to all others in profound ways. Way to go Greensboro you are showing the rest of the country what is possible when you put your mind to it.

[@TingTingalingy]

Aka makes you feel better. Homeless are homeless by choice, you've never done homeless outreach and it shows.

[@SuperChaos002]

​@@TingTingalingyHomelessness is a choice? Really?

[@TingTingalingy]

@@SuperChaos002 yup, you bet. Go work with them, don't be a coward. See how many: "I like booze, heroin, crack, pills etc too much" stories you'll hear... Oh wait lol you're the one who believes their BS lies.

[@ILooKs33]

​@@TingTingalingyYour train of thought is another reason why this world is so messed up.

[@JimmyRussle]

​@@TingTingalingywhat a piss brain take. SOME are homeless by choice, but MANY MORE are not. Being poor can get you stuck in cycles you cant get out of and a lot of people are struggling with mental illness on top of that. No one in their right mind is going to "choose" to be destitute. Addressing the homeless issue will take different approaches. To wring your hands of the situation and just make a blanket statement that they are all "homeless by choice" is simply ignorance talking and shows a lack of empathy on your part. But hey, there are a lot of people like you around so i am sure youll find people who will agree with you. Youre still wrong though.

[@MsAdalat]

It’s a blessing to have a roof over your head and those who contributed to this program will continue to be blessed. This is where the government funding should go to rather than war.

[@larsonfamilyhouse]

Yes ❤

[@kc_2525]

AGREE 💯

[@SONJASAVEDBYGRACE]

Yes 🙌🏽

[@noahstevens1886]

​@@TestSubject38 We've spent trillions on aircraft carriers that are considered obsolete in modern warfare. Congratulations.

[@TestSubject38]

@noahstevens1886 yeah and while they weren't, they protected our country. So yeah I'm happy they did. I like my freedom. If you are that worried about it take your pay and buy these houses for these people. Or how about using the money we are sending to Ukraine to help our people.

[@Berserk1Manga]

These are so cool. I hope these are done in every state and they never stop being built!

[@sukaynaalyraza3973]

Me too. But hope they make Parmanet. Roof above head is more important than even food.

[@motorsports327]

Sure let's keep giving people free shit. Why not. Let's show people that everything is free. That's worked so well for the USA so far.

[@Commonsense471]

Yeah, they'll wind up making many more for illegals too

[@kathleen9769]

​@@motorsports327I pray you're never in the position where you need free stuff

[@motorsports327]

@@kathleen9769 I have and trust me I never took the help. Because I've always worked for my stuff. And if I ever borrowed money I paid it back and then some. Its all about having pride and the will to hustle and work. I lost everything in a house fire BUT I worked hard and rebuilt my life. Never had an excuse. I always took care of myself and my family. I hate government assistance. It gives people the excuse to not do shit for themselves and be lazy bums. If I can do it everyone can.

[@latoracole4356]

We need more of this all over the country❤

[@loveinthematrix]

Yes!❤

[@rebeccaoprea9917]

These might not always work in extreme temperatures.

[@IronMike-f8i]

They have heat.. ​@@rebeccaoprea9917

[@angelpatton3851]

It happened to my dad... he worked his entire life as a laborer as well as a painter. He got injured and lost his means to work and his apartment... he slept at the LA rescue mission for almost over a year while waiting for his disability income to come thru. He said it was ROUGH.. But hes ok! Has another apartment now and still disabled but he still enjoys his life. I thank God he's ok and happy! Encouragement to anyone going thru it you WILL make it thru ❤

[@mirabella2154]

So why did you let your father sleep in a rescue mission ?

[@dfoolz]

​@@mirabella2154first question that came to my mind as well lol

[@zoeybella234]

@@mirabella2154 Life is not that simple. People have abusive spouses, tiny places or live in trailers, how can they help?

[@mirabella2154]

@@zoeybella234 Yeah, sometimes life is simple. I don't care if I live in a trailer or a tiny room. I'm not letting my parents sleep in the streets.

[@missg-u2d]

God's blessings to you and your father!

[@mishka8180]

I wish I had so much money I can start everywhere that needs it. It breaks my heart that so many people are in need. Way to go Greensboro for showing the rest of the country how to help others!!

[@amanawolf9166]

Same. I've done so, so, SO many calculations. At 3% interest from earnings, I'd need about $20million to help out people. That'd be after taxes, etc....

[@mrsleep0000]

If only people had that kind of energy for the people who work, actually contribute to society, make the right choices, and generate the money to pay for this stuff.

[@tyestable]

Same I would absolutely Love to do this.😢

[@iamanovercomer3253]

​@@tyestablejust take a step of faith, one step at a time.... and see what GOD WILL DO ‼️ NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH GOD ‼️👍

[@rickcrammond2617]

What about all the churches countrywide that won't open their doors to the homeless during freezing weather.

[@Lovetotravel2678]

Every city should have this program

[@xtrm2009]

I know , babe.

[@marthaperdew]

I agree

[@billbillards569]

Every city should have real homes. This is a sad statement about the decline of America.

[@xtrm2009]

@@billbillards569 *U.S.

[@michaeldunson2531]

No it’s not! There has been homeless people ever since there been humans! America is doing just fine!

[@susanstage9279]

This is truly helping the homeless! It's a place to be. Has access to a bathroom. Safety. Less stressful. Access to a facility to find employment, locate potential housing. It's a new start for those who truly want one. THANK YOU!

[@planetwalker798]

And a place to “secure” your items.

[@veramae4098]

Half the homeless went bankrupt because of medical bills. Hospitals and doctors are so cruel.I

[@AbbyA-z6j]

I hope in future they will be able to add a small bathroom. And perhaps some basic cooking facilities.

[@mspivey3376]

​@@AbbyA-z6jMight be a liability to add cooking elements.

[@AbbyA-z6j]

@@mspivey3376 Ah, thinking about this you're right. Perhaps just a bathroom so they don't need to go outside to clean up or use the toilet. Especially at night.

[@elle5031]

Love it......I've seen these before. Each person gets his own tiny home...they share bathrooms and a community kitchen...and offer resources like bus passes, medical, dental, and job placement. I think I might be wrong...maybe two persons per unit.😊

[@Kharder_]

Made me think of autistic adults or people just getting back on their feet.. this is awesome

[@jacky4u3]

I got the impression that they share the space with another person?

[@elle5031]

@@jacky4u3 Maybe so. I may not have heard that part...from what little I know they only put one person unless there is room for a significant other or kid...

[@cynthiawhite5040]

You said you love it, live in it for 3days and say that.

[@pippishortstocking7913]

Anyone in a position of need would love it over being in extreme heat or frigid winter, when it's raining, nowhere to sleep without risk of being arrested by cops who will confiscate or destory their belongings, risk of being assaulted or killed while sleeping rough by sadistic people who humiliate or hurt homeless for fun, or by mentally ill or people out of their skulls on drugs. A safe temperate place where they can actually get a good night's uninterrupted sleep is womderful. You have no empathy, are judgmental, and take everything for granted.

[@debrahunter6303]

This is fantastic program. All cities should follow this example. I wish I was rich. I would do a program like this. ❤ 🙏

[@YvetteJirsaraie-gp7oi]

I agree! All the barren places where abandoned homes are could be transformed into villages. Lovely to get Good News, for a change! Thank you Lord for compassionate Stewards! 🇺🇸❤️🙏

[@davidarts1522]

cant. the republicans block funding for these socialism policies that the democrats try to enact

[@M00NdaYn]

We poor people need the money all the billionaires have because we'd actually help people.

[@littlebigkicker]

Yea but what about showers and cooking ?

[@debrahunter6303]

@@littlebigkicker they have community kitchens and showers within the gates. Some of the communities I seen on TV, everyone gets along and each person has responsibilities in the community and they are screened before being accepted. Not perfect solution, but much better than what this crooked government is doing to help the people.

[@bmax43]

It's heartwarming to hear that gentleman be so happy and grateful. We need more overnight shelters to bless the homeless. Thank you for this video.

[@ceceliacee5035]

I love this . Well done Greensboro. Wether it's one, ten, or 40 pallet homes , it's a step in the right direction to help the homeless.

[@matthorrocks6517]

Many towns have done this. The state ends up tearing them down. They want you homeless.

[@fendermon]

Yes, the way you get shelter in Pontiac MI is you stand in line in front of the shelter all day to see if there is an opening at dusk. If there isn't?....tough.....@@matthorrocks6517

[@janehyden1652]

WHETHER

[@nyrockchicxx]

​@@matthorrocks6517Because..?

[@annc9277]

Each one of us can fall on hard times and often just need a helping hand to climb to the next step. Thankfully there are programs that treat people with humanity regardless of what circumstances led them to being unhoused.

[@Sarakimika]

Thank you for doing this to people who need shelter. Hoping there is more places like this for people in need.

[@annparis4981]

Only in the USA do you allow people to lose everything bc of illness. You should be ashamed. You're country is so hateful to each other you'd rather pay an insurance company $500 a month for Heath insurance than $100 a month for your Medicare system for all. Your politicians have made you believe that universal health care is bad. It isn't. Your Medicare system is awesome. Why not let everyone enjoy it? Bc if sheer utter selfish ambition and greed. You hate each other. You're the only advanced country that refuses to care for it's in people and you wonder why youre in debt to China? Bc you won't pay to keep your own people healthy, you won't pay to educate your own people, and now you're #36 in the world in education. You don't invest in your in people, your country will fail. Well, it already has and we watch and cry for you from afar. Your selfishness will be your down fall.

[@robo1389]

Every state needs these type of second chance shelters for the working poor.

[@DahQueen1122]

A lot of us are just a paycheck away from being homeless. God Bless these people who now have a chance to get back on their feet.

[@BonafideGail]

I couldn't be happier for these beautiful people! We ALL need help at one time or another.

[@happyappy19931]

How much are you pitching in?

[@hamsterdiving7593]

This is wonderful to see... When you've been living on the street for a while, getting back into a home -- while a good thing -- can be a jarring experience, and it takes adjusting. Small steps to reacclimate/reenter the world, then you move on into something bigger... God bless to whomever built this. ❤❤❤

[@sbss924]

Thank you for sharing this comment. I did not think of it this way, that getting back into a home can be a jarring experience. I was starting to think negatively of tiny homes. But I see what you are saying. Thank you, truly.

[@MrGoodeats]

This is the most dystopian thing I’ve ever seen…

[@KathrynRose-schultz-qs6qw]

If you are able to move up and on! Getting from the streets as a jobless person requires a place to sleep, place for showering , proper type of work clothes, washing clothes and job skills. Goodwill industries is a big resource to helping with homeless advancement! What type of jobs are available to these people?

[@annparis4981]

That's not a home!!!! Only in the USA do you allow people to lose everything bc of illness. You should be ashamed. You're country is so hateful to each other you'd rather pay an insurance company $500 a month for Heath insurance than $100 a month for your Medicare system for all. Your politicians have made you believe that universal health care is bad. It isn't. Your Medicare system is awesome. Why not let everyone enjoy it? Bc if sheer utter selfish ambition and greed. You hate each other. You're the only advanced country that refuses to care for it's in people and you wonder why youre in debt to China? Bc you won't pay to keep your own people healthy, you won't pay to educate your own people, and now you're #36 in the world in education. You don't invest in your in people, your country will fail. Well, it already has and we watch and cry for you from afar. Your selfishness will be your down fall.

[@PastaImposter]

So true. I made a documentary about this

[@Belluser-we1uc5cb2l]

We are all literally 1 paycheck away from this happening to us. It's about time the homeless are helped. Or if you don't have insurance and you have an accident. It can wipe you out Financially.

[@thesun-N-moon8885]

Some people are already one last charge to a maxed out credit card from homelessness but will not admit it. Looking wealthy is a huge problem for many people in the USA. You see it on a daily basis from fancy cars, designer clothes with the a big logo, golden teeth, big chains and sending little Susie to a private school. Most wealthy people are quiet and do not draw attention to themselves because they don’t want family or friends asking for money… 😂

[@acallender3317]

Exactly! The fact that medical issues put that one gentleman in that situation speaks volumes and shows it can be ANY of us.

[@AndriaaLeoLove]

Sounds Like You Might Wanna Pay A Little Extra For Your Savings, Rent, Mortgage Every Pay Check.

[@Belluser-we1uc5cb2l]

​@@AndriaaLeoLove Sounds like you think that's enough, with the economy the way it is and the migrants coming and taxes going up everyone is at risk. Also rent going up and food. Your not invisible to this. Nobody is. That could be you too.

[@daisydukes8252]

The first bill, I always pay every month as my insurance. If you work and plan and take care of yourself, you’re never going to end up in this condition.

[@loadi2865]

Every city should have this program.. love it....

[@SandraHowardWoodward]

I’m 54, disabled due to multiple, and I’d love something like this. Low maintenance and very easy to clean and keep tidy. Thank God I’ve never been homeless or lived in my car but I’d greatly nvr appreciative. Thank you for helpful these deserving ppl.

[@cosmicabyss7358]

Multiple what?

[@farmfreshideas579]

This is not permanent housing solutions. They are transitioned into homes or apartments eventually.

[@moriqana3679]

@@cosmicabyss7358 im assuming multiple sclerosis.

[@krane15]

@@farmfreshideas579 I hope so.

[@catallguy43]

Will say a prayer to Jesus for you! Hope you heal or at the very least your condition doesn't deteriorate.

[@woundedwarrior8916]

Very nice. Thanks for everyone who made this happen.

[@joaquimrodriguez8961]

yes all nice an all . but who's paying for this niceness?

[@timmarinelli2962]

You mean FBI,CIA, and Infragard? Just some good ole American targeting on innocent citizens

[@maryjogreen1706]

Be great to have a restroom esp for elderly or women

[@jodybogdanovich4333]

In December 2013, a tiny home development called Quixote Village was completed in Olympia, WA. It has 30 tiny cottages, with their own 1/2 bath, for homeless adults. The 2-acre development also has a large common area with a kitchen, bath/shower rooms, and 2 multi-purpose rooms. This is believed to be the first publically-subsidized community of its kind in the country. Yay for the Evergreen State. There are many other such developments in our state now.

[@RachyBaby]

Lol 🙄

[@beng4647]

Can I live there... probably not. Have to be older...have less testosterone or be a minority.

[@kingpinsmith22]

Your state is an absolute joke.

[@jodybogdanovich4333]

@@kingpinsmith22 I agree! I was born here 69 years ago and I hate the way our state is being governed by the Dems. I've never once voted for Inslee. He's a 🤡

[@planetwalker798]

Great!! How did this actually happen, and not endless talk? “Doesn’t pencil out”, etc? I believe it starts with political will- why is that in short supply? What is the real reason? Good questions….

[@shaneika71]

I’m a year late coming into this but this is freaking awesome!!! Yes, this program needs to be nationwide as the previous person posted. People should be treated like humans! God bless this guy and everyone else in that community!!! 💜💜💜🙏🏾

[@theoriginalkrabbypatty]

I hope people that deserve these get them! It’s a HUGE help!!

[@Tony-mh3dm]

Deserve ? Let em freaking grow up and get a job a do something with their lives. Nobody owes dead beats anuthing.

[@meczacy]

these are wonderful & everyone deserves a home

[@dparks3784]

@@meczacy I agree.

[@lemondropkid6175]

after that kind of trauma it takes time to recover, rebuild a new life and find new ways of coping with life. Wishing you all good rest and good times ahead.

[@rickdee67]

Many never “recover”

[@HUMBLE_KIND]

They need these in every state and every area ❤ this is such an amazing program that needs to spread around the world! 🎉

[@davidarts1522]

cant. the republicans block funding for these socialism policies that the democrats try to enact

[@mascara1777]

It's not. I used to work at a homeless shelter and the pallet homes were a joke and they had more trouble getting out of cycle of homelessness then the residents who lived in the shelter with proper security and job training programs, GED programs, etc

[@colleenporter1119]

I absolutely agree.

[@chantelledawkins7959]

No, they don't need that in every state. They need to do better than that that is pathetic. That is a step away from a jail cell, are you kidding? White people need to do better. Because this is pathetic, it's a box.

[@annparis4981]

Only in the USA do you allow people to lose everything bc of illness. You should be ashamed. You're country is so hateful to each other you'd rather pay an insurance company $500 a month for Heath insurance than $100 a month for your Medicare system for all. Your politicians have made you believe that universal health care is bad. It isn't. Your Medicare system is awesome. Why not let everyone enjoy it? Bc if sheer utter selfish ambition and greed. You hate each other. You're the only advanced country that refuses to care for it's in people and you wonder why youre in debt to China? Bc you won't pay to keep your own people healthy, you won't pay to educate your own people, and now you're #36 in the world in education. You don't invest in your in people, your country will fail. Well, it already has and we watch and cry for you from afar. Your selfishness will be your down fall.

[@BobLouden-r9q]

I own my own home due to being fortunate that I received a small inheritance from my parents when they died. I never thought id have a home due to having an ABI . Each night i recite this Thankyou mum and dad for the roof above me that keeps me dry, the walls that surround me that keep me warm, the floor below me that keeps me clean, and the peace of mind and security it gives me. Its only a small cottage that is some what run down being 120 years old,but i am so thankful for it,and the parents i had.

[@jeanbanks7301]

Awh that's a great idea, those wee pallet homes, a bed, warm dry safe, light. Good to know these folks are off the streets, more towns need this.😊

[@b_uppy]

And working facilities nearby. No need for kerosene lamps in a flammable tent, for instance. Here they have real walls.. hopefully they have a cafeteria or shared kitchen and laundry space there too.

[@janlambert4174]

THANK YOU, I.R.C. So proud of you guys for your forward thinking and actions that you have committed to for homelessness in your area. God bless each and every one of you. Job well done!

[@lukebandy516]

Can't bring girls back to a pallet home though.

[@justsomedudeyouknow8372]

If that's your concern then your priorities are in the wrong place.

[@jordant.teeterson3100]

​@@lukebandy516 nowhere to park the Bugatti either

[@annparis4981]

Only in the USA do you allow people to lose everything bc of illness. You should be ashamed. You're country is so hateful to each other you'd rather pay an insurance company $500 a month for Heath insurance than $100 a month for your Medicare system for all. Your politicians have made you believe that universal health care is bad. It isn't. Your Medicare system is awesome. Why not let everyone enjoy it? Bc if sheer utter selfish ambition and greed. You hate each other. You're the only advanced country that refuses to care for it's in people and you wonder why youre in debt to China? Bc you won't pay to keep your own people healthy, you won't pay to educate your own people, and now you're #36 in the world in education. You don't invest in your in people, your country will fail. Well, it already has and we watch and cry for you from afar. Your selfishness will be your down fall.

[@SleepyT23]

I moved to a colder climate in my early 20's, coming from a situation where I had been homeless for 2 months before I was given an opportunity to straighten my life up. I lived in San Diego, where it is comfortable enough to sleep outside, even on a really cold night. Just have to protect your feet, first and foremost. They get cold easily even with a light breeze at night. I can't imagine how much scarier it would be to have to deal with subzero temps. People steal propane to try to stay warm at night in a tent, which is incredibly dangerous. Be grateful for whatever opportunity you get, and remember there is probably someone out there worse off than you are.

[@NeedMoreEats]

I'm glad your back on your feet. But seriously it isn't a contest. Making yourself feel better by thinking someone has it worst is the wrong way to think of people.

[@justsomedudeyouknow8372]

@@NeedMoreEats Its a good way to put your life into perspective and fend off depression. Too easy to get self involved when your desperately poor or homeless. I always tell myself others have it worse. Depression is a vicious circle that gets nobody anywhere. Being homeless is humiliating in of itself. Reminding yourself that others have less than you or live in war torn cities can help you not feel as bad about your situation, which can motivate you to work harder to rectify your own situation. It's a positive thing, not a judgmental thing.

[@janielow8719]

❤❤❤

[@LalaBee303]

These programs are wonderful. I have high hopes that these become much more widely available!

[@mariebright6985]

I commend the people in Greensboro for showing care and concern for those who have been displaced in their communities. This alone proves that human beings can make an effective impact on alot of lives when the compassion is genuine and present. May many more souls be effected in the United States with similar care. Shalom and many blessings to you all and to your beautiful families.

[@annparis4981]

Only in the USA do you allow people to lose everything bc of illness. You should be ashamed. You're country is so hateful to each other you'd rather pay an insurance company $500 a month for Heath insurance than $100 a month for your Medicare system for all. Your politicians have made you believe that universal health care is bad. It isn't. Your Medicare system is awesome. Why not let everyone enjoy it? Bc if sheer utter selfish ambition and greed. You hate each other. You're the only advanced country that refuses to care for it's in people and you wonder why youre in debt to China? Bc you won't pay to keep your own people healthy, you won't pay to educate your own people, and now you're #36 in the world in education. You don't invest in your in people, your country will fail. Well, it already has and we watch and cry for you from afar. Your selfishness will be your down fall.

[@mrs.g2147]

After everything they’ve been through and to finally have shelter, good for them! We should never take things for granted. I love their spirit of gratitude.

[@annparis4981]

Only in the USA do you allow people to lose everything bc of illness. You should be ashamed. You're country is so hateful to each other you'd rather pay an insurance company $500 a month for Heath insurance than $100 a month for your Medicare system for all. Your politicians have made you believe that universal health care is bad. It isn't. Your Medicare system is awesome. Why not let everyone enjoy it? Bc if sheer utter selfish ambition and greed. You hate each other. You're the only advanced country that refuses to care for it's in people and you wonder why youre in debt to China? Bc you won't pay to keep your own people healthy, you won't pay to educate your own people, and now you're #36 in the world in education. You don't invest in your in people, your country will fail. Well, it already has and we watch and cry for you from afar. Your selfishness will be your down fall.

[@cward094]

This is A Blessing ! Should no human being be outside in harsh cold weather....They need to put these lil houses in every state to people Thts less fortunate.....💯💯

[@Mr.R-xv4le]

Not in one of the wealthiest countries in the world. While the rich get filthy richer. Something's wrong.

[@Misty-fp9ko]

They need to do this all over the world to help as many homeless people as possible

[@Trund27]

Absolutely.

[@judithkinnard867]

This is such a blessing! In Life..we NEVER know what can or will happen. No one is exempt from loss, sickness. But Thank God for these doors that are helping ppl who have fallen on hard times. Just to have a warm bed & a roof over their heads it's sooooo wonderful! Knowing they are safe and to be cared about! What a burden that has been lifted off their shoulders! We need more organizations like this! Please continue to bless the ones who are in need. This is Beautiful! 🦋 Thank you 💜

[@nakendraperry6264]

This is a blessing.

[@sanciadrobina5194]

Thank heavens they are warm, safe and supported. 🙏🙏

[@ЕвгенийВиленский-г7ю]

Really heartwarming ,thanks to the great people behind this project.God bless you ,good people.

[@carnitacampbell9412]

What an awesome program, and it's good to see a safe and warm place for people.

[@Bearwithme560]

How wonderful that he has a bed, and makes it lovingly up. A source of pride and safety for him, his sanctuary with a bed he can make up. Sniff.

[@koollee]

Low key hate mongering

[@Bearwithme560]

@@koollee Not at all. The problem with conveying a feeling in writing is one can totally miss the tone. Too bad your cynicism twisted my sentiment, as I am genuinely happy for this man.

[@Breezyplaywithsticks]

@@Bearwithme560lmao

[@rp3741]

Every person should have a warm or cool place to sleep and a comfortable bed. These pallet homes should be made available to so many people. And they should be made to keep them clean.

[@ann999TarotStuntin]

❤️❤️❤️❤️ This is so great. Thanks for creating these homes for the homeless, everyone deserves to sleep in warmth

[@chowchow2theleft567]

Except for pedophiles

[@Bigwes13]

Having their own privacy is huge I’m happy for them

[@pamelagregg1062]

Blessings to whomever started this 🙏 ❤

[@kel4461]

God bless people who are providing this

[@moxie86]

Finally something being done for the homeless. Thanks to whoever got this started.

[@tynee2310]

God bless anyone who has fallen on hard times! It can happen to anyone! Protection, Love, and Light!!!

[@keimorgan5654]

Many people are able to move in with family or friends when they are hit with financial difficulties. Unfortunately, not everyone has a place to go when they lose housing or jobs. I’m glad they are trying to help these people find jobs too.

[@Diimondc]

This is amazing, we all need a safe, warm place to sleep and I’m so glad these people are getting help. I would love to see something like this here in Toronto and everywhere 🧡

[@JR-_-2010]

What an amazing program.

[@headstone6723]

Best idea ever. We need more of these across North America.

[@zerotodona1495]

No. We need to make jobs for Americans only and bring housing prices down so people can have a real home.

[@fendermon]

Those are real homes. @@zerotodona1495

[@lbennaugh]

This is so nice. Respect to North Carolina for doing this ❤❤❤

[@tj921able]

These look wonderful. More states need to do this. God Bless these people and I pray they can get back on their feet.

[@VondaBrewer]

God bless this initiative! It could happen to anyone at any time! Prayers for all those in need

[@MaryD79]

I simply love 💕 this! I use to live in Greensboro NC years ago. I even went to "The Interactive Resource Center" myself. They offer various resources within the community. But, I never knew they had this program. This is definitely a BLESSING to those whom need it. ❤

[@TB-2012]

This is a true blessing for the homeless community. I PRAY they’re all able to find permanent housing. 🧡

[@zubareus]

You do what? Сast spells? This is not a game. In real life, it is actions that matter, not some magic words.

[@-MichaelMunoz-]

​@@zubareus yea people know that. No need to be a god hating sarcastic d-bag. I PRAY you find happiness and fortune and acceptance to even those you don't understand. Grow up!

[@TheVeganHumanist]

@@zubareus Exactly, too bad the all powerful doesn't have to power to end homelessness and poverty.

[@sonicguyver7445]

This is wonderful. So many of these people are at no true fault for living on the streets. Resources like this help them survive and maintain a sense of dignity. My folks are involved in a similar program in Toledo, OH. Not as many units but they are a little bigger and meant for small families, usually a mother and child from what I understand. My mom is an avid quilter, so she makes quilts that go to these places to help make it feel a little more inviting. Plus, my stepdad and a bunch of other guys from our church volunteered their time to help build them in the first place. It always does my heart good to see people acting on their more charitable impulses.

[@bobsmith5088]

To a certain extent, failure to plan is planing to fail. Yes, things happen that are out of our control, but if we plan ahead for them then we can survive them. Health problems are inevitable for all of us, but not all of us used our money wisely by saving or paying off a home while we could work. But not everyone thinks like that. And less and less people think like that every day. They just see an unavoidable event and say "nothing I could do, not my fault", but they had the latest iPhone when things were going well.

[@thomastessier4529]

Nice to see a program that is actually helping people out these days.

[@m.htruth8880]

I stay in one of these currently in Cali and it definitely gives you privacy unlike the usual shelter. I also stay at a low barrier shelter and so I don't have curfews and no phone rules either. The downside is pallets have no plugs/outlets, bathroom, ventilation(so the walls get wet and your blakets and stuff will grow toxic black mold), heat or air. It's basically like being in a tent made of metal. Some ppl here still get their pallets robbed. I would say a pallet is good if you don't currently have a tent or for when your tent floods or you can't find a good spot. It does protect you from rain but there are many openings in the walls due to how They're made, so some ppl's pallets leak and bugs can get in.

[@TwistedRootsMelody]

Definitely depends how they are constructed. These ones had heaters and lights, but they said nothing of outlets. Being able to safely leave your stuff there matters too. It isn't perfect but it is definitely better than nothing and a step in the right direction on the part of city leaders

[@Missy-Missy1111]

I hate that some of them have construction defects. I hope the charities that built them fix the defects. Otherwise, they are defeating the purpose.

[@m.htruth8880]

@@Missy-Missy1111 They're made like this intentionally so they can get grant money and spend little money. Pallets are only necessary if it's raining so heavy your tent eill collapse or flood (really tents aren't waterproof anyway). Other than that there is no difference in a pallet and a tent other than a pallet being waterproof and lockable. Although people still rob others pallets.

[@djonenonly8381]

Get a damn job u sound like a lil kid

[@FlamekeeperOracle13]

Thank you beyond words for genuine care/compassion towards homeless. Also many pallets out there that just go to waste so also glad to see them being put to use. -😇-

[@annparis4981]

Only in the USA do you allow people to lose everything bc of illness. You should be ashamed. You're country is so hateful to each other you'd rather pay an insurance company $500 a month for Heath insurance than $100 a month for your Medicare system for all. Your politicians have made you believe that universal health care is bad. It isn't. Your Medicare system is awesome. Why not let everyone enjoy it? Bc if sheer utter selfish ambition and greed. You hate each other. You're the only advanced country that refuses to care for it's in people and you wonder why youre in debt to China? Bc you won't pay to keep your own people healthy, you won't pay to educate your own people, and now you're #36 in the world in education. You don't invest in your in people, your country will fail. Well, it already has and we watch and cry for you from afar. Your selfishness will be your down fall.

[@ChristSaves88]

This is such an amazing idea! God Bless those who helped with this housing program and I pray this continues to help homelessness throughout our country and hopefully world wide. Blessings!🙏🏾

[@krystlemadison7966]

This is WONDERFUL I want to donate to this cause.

[@lilylee5924]

This is so great! There should be more available for many homeless people in all the states that need it. Thank you IRC! Life saving for many.

[@annparis4981]

Only in the USA do you allow people to lose everything bc of illness. You should be ashamed. You're country is so hateful to each other you'd rather pay an insurance company $500 a month for Heath insurance than $100 a month for your Medicare system for all. Your politicians have made you believe that universal health care is bad. It isn't. Your Medicare system is awesome. Why not let everyone enjoy it? Bc if sheer utter selfish ambition and greed. You hate each other. You're the only advanced country that refuses to care for it's in people and you wonder why youre in debt to China? Bc you won't pay to keep your own people healthy, you won't pay to educate your own people, and now you're #36 in the world in education. You don't invest in your in people, your country will fail. Well, it already has and we watch and cry for you from afar. Your selfishness will be your down fall.

[@yankeydoodoodoo]

God bless those who helped these people.. Nice to see someone helping those less fortunate... Good job!

[@kathleencobb7896]

OH....that is so wonderful! Pallet house? A mansion for some. These folks are safe and warm--especially with medical issues. Anyone...anyone could be the beneficiary of this situation. Life can throw curve balls for sure. God Bless this operation and all who are residing there.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@mleecthulhu]

They need ro help those hurricane victims 😢

[@kathleencobb7896]

@mleecthulhu ABSOLUTELY

[@GSB_KD]

Love to see people humble and appreciative regardless of the situation

[@jennifer3551]

It's good to see that they are thankful

[@Wisepati]

Do you require deserving people to be thankful?

[@929jpotter]

This is wonderful. I hope this idea expands and can help more people have shelter. ❤ So much struggle, and can happen to any of us.

[@annparis4981]

Only in the USA do you allow people to lose everything bc of illness. You should be ashamed. You're country is so hateful to each other you'd rather pay an insurance company $500 a month for Heath insurance than $100 a month for your Medicare system for all. Your politicians have made you believe that universal health care is bad. It isn't. Your Medicare system is awesome. Why not let everyone enjoy it? Bc if sheer utter selfish ambition and greed. You hate each other. You're the only advanced country that refuses to care for it's in people and you wonder why youre in debt to China? Bc you won't pay to keep your own people healthy, you won't pay to educate your own people, and now you're #36 in the world in education. You don't invest in your in people, your country will fail. Well, it already has and we watch and cry for you from afar. Your selfishness will be your down fall.

[@geniousforever9254]

😢😢😢😢 I AM SOOO HAPPY FOR THEM, IT IS BETTER THAN THE STREETS. GOD BLESS ALL WHO MAKE THIS POSSIBLE❤❤🙏🙏

[@SherryRector]

At least they cared enough to give some warmth and a nice shelter. Hopefully more will do so

[@jusTOOfresh]

Thanks for spotlighting such a very important initiative for the most vulnerable in our population!

[@All.Natural.]

They are so thankful. I do volunteer work in California and so many complain about everything under the sun instead of being grateful for a safe, warm place to stay. Makes me so angry. No one ever says Thank you!

[@floodwater8234]

No one owes you personally a thank you. If you help others you shouldn't expect so.ething in return. Are you someone who's ever experienced homelessness?

[@elle5031]

Thank you for your volunteer work!!! Your right. It is common courtesy to show appreciation for a gift. And spending your time, energy, and effort all for free is a gift!...Even though I am not directly impacted by volunteer services, I admire volunteers. I plan to volunteer my time in the near future...So thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

[@happyappy19931]

California has the highest poverty of any state

[@M0D60]

Some of the most appreciative, respectful homeless people I've ever heard.

[@_Meng_Lan]

Like the homeless Japanese who live by the river. They even have allotment space but unfortunately just tents. Elderly

[@pattiwhite9575]

I would love to see this being done in an abandoned downtown building. A place with community to it. small rooms. shared bathrooms. meeting/library room. laundry room. kitchen area to share with everyone in bldg.

[@ms.rolltide256]

You should help jump start it or advocate for it to be done, help in some kinda way instead of waiting to see it be done by someone else. If we all did this instead of just wanting and hoping to see it get done, it can actually get done and faster 🙂

[@AtlChica883]

I’ve seen them rehab old hotels (efficiencys with hot plate and kitchenette.). It would be a great idea in the inner city with defunct old hotels.

[@pattiwhite9575]

I have seen that also. I think it could be done in every large city. There are always so many deserted bldgs. I like the sleeping pods they have in Japan also. A long corridor of pods. Bathrooms at end of hall. Kitchen and meetings downstairs.@@AtlChica883

[@cosmicabyss7358]

I would imagine these domiciles do a lot better job discouraging them from grouping up and using drugs together. Buildings are a lot harder to keep clean and they don't do as good of a job discouraging bad behavior. Many of these people are drug addicts and mentally ill.

[@cosmicabyss7358]

​@@AtlChica883The hotels would just become disgusting dirty drug dens. These units you could literally pressure wash inside and out with a hose and clean it up for the next tenant. There's no carpet to get disgusting and lose needles in. No walls to destroy the drywall. There's so many reasons this is better than turning an old hotel into a dirty drug den.

[@mbt5507]

All cities should provide this. Helps people to get back to society. Would be nice to have security guards and doctors or nurses come by to check the people living there. ❤

[@krane15]

I have a better idea, why don't they just build affordable housing so people don't get evicted in the first place?

[@zajavu]

@@krane15lol this is also a very good idea

[@kellycuckoo3143]

I am so grateful to see something like this, keep them coming!!!!!

[@TheLorraine77]

I am homeless, but will go anywhere to find security and peace. I am alone and would be greatly blessed to have such

[@binhAn8888]

Many families in poor countries live in even smaller area homes, this is good idea and helpful.

[@paanne1013]

In Haiti they live in old Port-a-Potties and metal sheet houses, very sad.

[@KeebasWorld]

What a great program. You never know what obstacles life will throw you. ❤❤❤

[@Laura-dw1hq]

I love this! You really think it can't happen to you but it can. It happened to me and my family last year and we have jobs. Sometimes circus answers happen that's beyond your control. I thank God that we are no longer in that, situation but it's nice to see things like this being done for people that need it.

[@annparis4981]

Only in the USA do you allow people to lose everything bc of illness. You should be ashamed. You're country is so hateful to each other you'd rather pay an insurance company $500 a month for Heath insurance than $100 a month for your Medicare system for all. Your politicians have made you believe that universal health care is bad. It isn't. Your Medicare system is awesome. Why not let everyone enjoy it? Bc if sheer utter selfish ambition and greed. You hate each other. You're the only advanced country that refuses to care for it's in people and you wonder why youre in debt to China? Bc you won't pay to keep your own people healthy, you won't pay to educate your own people, and now you're #36 in the world in education. You don't invest in your in people, your country will fail. Well, it already has and we watch and cry for you from afar. Your selfishness will be your down fall.

[@donnamays24]

This is an excellent solution to the homeless situation! Prayers to all who made this happen…and I’m praying that other communities get on board with this type of help to those who are homeless! ❤❤🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@latyshal.2286]

Great idea! Definitely better than sleeping in a car. God bless him. I hope he finds a forever home soon. ❤

[@derrickscott9469]

Why isn't this standard practice everywhere? Everyone deserves a bare minimum of shelter. And any competent government should be able to provide that.

[@paanne1013]

Your last sentence said it all..."any competent government", something we have not had for the last 3 years for sure.

[@derrickscott9469]

@@paanne1013 okay, uh... homelessness wasn't solved 3 years ago.

[@MichelleAngello-sm7cy]

See that's the thing, you said all competent governments should provide this.....True but not all governments are competent.....example US government

[@shirleyefting5194]

Very true, but our current government is not competent.

[@cathyeller5722]

We had a make shift shelter set up, the great people living around it started complaining. The city threw them off the privately own property saying it wasn't safe for them to stay in their own tents. The owner was fine with the situation. City cleared them out, so the homeless moved into an abandon nursing home, it caught fire and 20 people died. The only homeless shelter we have now is for females only and most of them are transitioning out of prison. Otherwise, the city turns it's head and act like they don't exist.

[@kathyoneill4011]

What a blessing! These tiny houses are beautiful

[@daisydukes8252]

They are horrid.

[@mjrhappyfan13849]

That's really cool! Thank you guys for doing something like that. I've been homeless too many times and I totally understand any kind of roof is better than the

[@tashaulaclark9986]

Every city should have these homes. This is an awesome idea. I'm so happy they could get off the streets n find a stepping stone to try again in life.❤❤❤Great news story‼️😃

[@cherylbroadenax1006]

Little house on the prairie. Snuggle up and this guy is so thankful.

[@htinternational2474]

Its good to see this kind of work being done in the community

[@annparis4981]

Only in the USA do you allow people to lose everything bc of illness. You should be ashamed. You're country is so hateful to each other you'd rather pay an insurance company $500 a month for Heath insurance than $100 a month for your Medicare system for all. Your politicians have made you believe that universal health care is bad. It isn't. Your Medicare system is awesome. Why not let everyone enjoy it? Bc if sheer utter selfish ambition and greed. You hate each other. You're the only advanced country that refuses to care for it's in people and you wonder why youre in debt to China? Bc you won't pay to keep your own people healthy, you won't pay to educate your own people, and now you're #36 in the world in education. You don't invest in your in people, your country will fail. Well, it already has and we watch and cry for you from afar. Your selfishness will be your down fall.

[@sinoverlord409]

This is a great thing. Give a person a reason to live and this world will be completely different

[@jessicaatkins3173]

Absolutely amazing. I only wish they could also fit bathrooms in their pallets too. More so for safety reasons than convenience.

[@deekang6244]

And so much more expensive. Plumbing all of those tiny homes would cost so much, lots lots more.

[@brentshutt8511]

Probably close to what the pallet home cost

[@chloe2477]

This is the comment I was looking for. While I’m sure their grateful for the roof over their heads , I think not having your own bathroom is a little inhumane. If you have to go late at night or have bladder problem that requires frequent visit! Sharing a kitchen is okay because they probably bring food for! But not the bathrooms please! Just saying!

[@netta96]

It's safer than them living and shi tting on the street

[@jessicaatkins3173]

@@netta96 only talking about the bathrooms. Since the bathrooms are communal and closed off you'd never know if someone were being assaulted in there. If having private bathrooms is too much additional money then maybe they could at least look into security to be stationed nearby and walk the grounds and do check-ins after dark.

[@flockofone9214]

They should put this resource right on the property of every states Governors Mansion! ❤

[@Macsrus5]

So very thoughtful to do this❤️ you never know WHY someone ends up without a roof over their head❤️