Retired military homeless and addicted (llave)

[@Askjennstar]

My heart goes out to this guy and his family. I sincerely hope he finds a way to get off of the drugs. Great interview.

[@glendajune9140]

This young man is the perfect example of how damaging Blues are. He’s got a good head on his shoulders, very articulate, physically, mentally stronger than your usuals. However, because of circumstances got caught up. I will pray he gets better,& back to his family ASAP.💯💜🙋🏽‍♀️✝️🙏🏾🇺🇸

[@Mark-gn5rw]

Thank you for Your Service. This is unacceptable for a Veteran!! You have my sympathy... system has to change!! Godspeed man. Ive been there..use your training to get ok. Prayers brother!..

[@glcmranger421]

If he is an actual veteran, he needs to go to the VA with his credentials. It’s that simple. He’ll be in housing by the close of business.

[@Kay-xt9dg]

I hope his family sees this and is relieved of his whereabouts. Bless him and hope he gets out.

[@wbishop1330]

Man, prayers to you Llave. Your family is gotta be missing you, find that way back.✌

[@ponming5026]

I was in the same situation about 15 years ago. VA has many resources that can help veterans like us. I have been cleaned for many years now and got my life and family back. Stay strong man.

[@davidcota4978]

The CRRC on 15st & Thomas houses any homeless veteran at us vets on 3400 w grand and community bridges helps disabled veterans get a section 8 apartment. Next interview I would like homeless in the streets to ask this guy What was your MOS, where did you go to basic training, can I see your veterans ID card, can I see you driver license (AZ puts veteran on their dl’s) , what percentage were you awarded for your disability….. this guy is lying

[@kathyinwonderlandl.a.8934]

Unfortunately it was easier in the past to get help from VA. It was less desperate than now…I’m very happy that you are fine and I bet you always appreciate what you have and you never take things for granted ☺️

[@glcmranger421]

@@davidcota4978 I’m curious to know also. I’m a retired vet at 100% and the VA did not get him hooked on anything. I’ve been prescribed Fentanyl and Hydrocodone and other pain meds since 2006 thanks to my injuries. The VAMC checks my urine toxicity screen every month before I’m given my 28 day supplies of pain meds. Yes, you can lose your VA retirement pay if convicted on a felony, but not your military retirement pay. This guy cannot look into the camera when talking about his “military” references, so that makes me suspicious. His story does not make sense, so that tells me it’s probably not true. A few quick questions from a veteran would get to the truth posthaste. If he is in fact a veteran, he is homeless, because he is refusing the VA’s help. The VA does not just dump you. Sure the VA has done some shady things, but this guy is not one!

[@lauramarlatt9942]

Sounds like a good guy just needs the VA to help him. Thank you for your service hope things turn around for him

[@tommyp280]

The VA does help veterans, he doesn’t want help.

[@davidcota4978]

The CRRC on 15st & Thomas intakes any homeless veteran and houses them in US VETS & Community Bridges. He’s not a veteran.

[@tommyp280]

@@davidcota4978 either that or he doesn’t want help. I was a full blown drunk/addict whatever you wanna call it, I went to treatment and it’s been working. It doesn’t fix my head injury, but I’m sober.

[@Iamtequilabnatural]

@@davidcota4978 or maybe he got less than honorable discharge and didn’t serve at least 22 months in the military

[@1azhelenmo]

@@tommyp280 its not as easy as you make it sound,

[@Arizona_lilly]

Hes very well spoken and smart guy. I really csn see him getting clean n having thriving life

[@shanemcdonald520]

Hope this vet gets the help he needs to be able to return home…

[@JasmineThanai]

This right here (tugged at me a little more than others), my dad was in Military for 20 years, had an addiction, no one cared !! He was proud of Military. But I seen VA needs major improvements, quite disturbing !!! Sad !! THEY NEED TO FIX THIS ! HOPE FOR ONLY THE BEST. Praying for the Homeless & Addicted ! 🥺❤️ thanks for service Sir ! Never give up !

[@tommyp280]

I’m a veteran and his story sounds bogus. How about stop doing drugs and listen to the treatment.

[@davidcota4978]

The CRRC on 15st & Thomas will help any homeless veteran and get them housing in us vets and section 8 apartments through community bridges. He’s not a veteran

[@davidcota4978]

@@tommyp280 he’s a liar I can tell he doesn’t have any wrinkles in his face from eating the sun in Iraq or Afghanistan. All homeless vets can go to the CRRC on 15st & Thomas and get in us vets and community bridges and get a shared room at us vets or a section 8 apartment

[@thereal_escobar3590]

@@tommyp280 I agree with you bro. Kandahar, Afghanistan VET. They literally ASK YOU at VA are you homeless at the moment? And if you are they can get you into transitional housing right away. I'm a 100% and I know the system top to bottom since I started at the lowest percentage and had to appeal my way to 100.

[@Iamtequilabnatural]

I work at the VA and it’s plenty of services especially in Arizona that could help him with drug treatment and housing since he has a medical discharge and service connected

[@ydasda4210]

I wish the government would take better care of veterans.

[@AlejandroFlores-fw3is]

Someone needs to help this dude out you can genuinely see he’s willing to work and better himself and let’s not forget he went and fought for us so we can be free and watch these videos on KZbin what a fuked up world huh

[@davidcota4978]

Any homeless veteran can go the CRRC on 15st & Thomas and get free housing at us vets at 3400 w grand and community bridges helps disabled veterans get section 8 apartments. This guy has no crows feet around his eyes, he’s never been anywhere. He’s definitely not a veteran.

[@glcmranger421]

Maybe not. The VA is not far from his box. He just needs to walk in there and drop his I.D. on the counter and watch the magic happen. Or he can refuse the VA services and stay in his box! It’s simple. Think outside the box!

[@maryperez5605]

This is heartbreaking especially at the end when he choked up so sad I hope he finds the strength to get him self right 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@karenhoward3662]

Hi hopefully since this video you are doing better. Thank you for your service. One day you will look back at this say so glad I'm clean and back to living. Sending love and prayers.

[@pilarprivate4220]

Getting clean may be hard but I would think that staying addicted is harder. Thank you for your service, Llave.

[@toby43078]

This dude is such a good guy, so sad to see this.

[@JENNA-x5e]

Thank you for your service sir . Our country refuses to taking care of our people instead they are putting us in dangerous. Please keep us updated on his outcome 🙏♥️

[@edwardbucher705]

It kills me everytime, when you ask them to say a word to their family, how ashamed they become, how emotional and sad they get. They know they want to be with their family and change, but the addiction has its grip on them, and essentially they are a slave to their substance. I can easily say as a former addict myself (opiates, H, Fent) you need to have some mental will power beyond none to finally be able to get clean, esp when you where addicted for years. I feel for everyone of these lost souls. Fentanyl and all these other synthetic drugs is literally the devil and anyone pushing that shit needs to get charged with 2nd degree murder at least.

[@kimmigirl2968]

Great trait to have. I just can't believe how many people who are addicted and the pan handling they do each and every day. So basically the 'minority' are looking after these addicts in the end. Keeping them on the same street keeping them at bay so each and every day they are supported. Wow this shit is real. You can literally get away with it and keep living with addiction. Wow it just boggs my mind. Very sad state of mind/living. I wish this bloke all the best. Great person he just needs a helping ✋

[@74Rockme]

Awee you can tell he misses his family. God bless him, I hope he gets clean.

[@gracehall9199]

What an amazing young man. He's put his life on the line. I hope his family helps him through sobriety to get back on his feet. Addiction isn't easy to break, but with a little help from family and a little will to try, you can do this. I hope your family is willing to help you when you find the strength to turn your life back around. Your a good looking guy, get your life back.

[@novawallenda7848]

😢 Praying for him. Thank you so much for your service I pray you get better. You're very very handsome and I hope you have a happy life.❤

[@Nocgirl]

What a good looking guy. He seems smart and level headed. i would like an update on this man I hope things are better for him now.

[@aimeew7184]

Smart guy, nice looking & articulate! I think if he goes to the V.A. & explains his situation they will help him with rehab! The V.A. offers a lot of benefits to veterans!… I wish the very best for him!!

[@glcmranger421]

If he’s a convicted felon and actually a veteran, he no longer qualifies for VA benefits.

[@budgirl712003]

Any updates on this young man??? Please do an update been so worried about him! Thank you for your service brother!!

[@carriebrooks3656]

Llave.. you have so much potential! And I strongly believe that you will get out of this situation faster then you think. You are extremely smart, and level headed. I have faith in you! Please keep your head up, go get into rehab and become a better person for yourself and family! I'm sure they all miss you, and I can tell you miss them! God bless!

[@caseyjonesproducer]

This dude reminds me a lot of me. Keep your head up bro!

[@danielrayos3867]

Real shit I’m in Yuma theirs a Marine Corps Air Station. My buddy I worked with whos in right now who got diagnosed with MS prescribed him Valium and just basically kept telling him to take to band aid the problem. My buddy was going down a very dark path I tried to help and just be there for him but he started going down deeper. But he snapped out of it. Right now he’s going to get medically retired as well. 3700 a month for the rest of his life just like this homie in the video. The military and the VA will do what he said in the video and to get help with substance abuse will take long. It’s not their fault that they got addicted and the military had no plan to help them. I see it first hand I’m a civilian MP and these guys need help it’s so sad to watch their people like all of us and they almost lose everything.

[@rjmp5900]

I was homeless for 2 years at 19 years old. One day i said am better !! Become a boxer at age 25 am 33 today . have pride my friends don't let people look dowe on you!!😊😊😊🙏🙏🙏

[@PeterFeltersnatch852]

Awesome

[@rjmp5900]

I lost 1 friend and the streets . is now or never!! You no

[@prateekkumar4295]

Thank you for your service sir. Hope you find help soon!! 🙏🏽

[@cantskateswitchlikethat]

Very Honest and Transparent. I know this man will get back onto his feet.

[@myfriendscallmejosh1491]

Super amazing guy! I really really hope to see him clean one day ! Keep us update with him please !!!

[@heatpete5106]

Would u date him? maybe have his baby? think about it... 🤔😛

[@elhajjgaddy]

@@heatpete5106 I’d have hers ^

[@heatpete5106]

@@elhajjgaddy 😂Fr

[@chelleybelle5509]

My heart and prayers go out to all our military that are caught up in addiction because they were just brought home and left to deal with all the seen and had to do. The pain of injuries and then cut off by the VA its nuts. Prayers

[@glcmranger421]

It’s not that simple. True, the VA let many of us down, but we are being serviced now. He can take his legitimate proof of service to his local VA and be off the street in record time! He’s either hiding something, or he’s not a vet.

[@ramblinrobs47]

My heart goes out to all the people interviewed on this channel.

[@jovankas1540]

Is painfull and hard

[@bettyboop4263]

He seems like a good guy. I hope he gets the help he needs.

[@ramblinrobs47]

You sure would think there would be more resources for the people who served this country. ❤️

[@PeterFeltersnatch852]

@@ramblinrobs47 😂 all the government cares about is money

[@ramblinrobs47]

I think full-blown legalization is the only way people can maintain and hold a job if they have access to the drugs they need.

[@bigdrefromthebay6475]

He’s naive to think anybody in his homeless community has his back , I’m sure he’s smart enough to know that . If someone has an addiction they’ll stop at almost nothing to fulfil that desire . Be safe and smart young man .

[@Joyce-dd3fm]

I hope this young mman gets the help he needs. He is well spoken and smart

[@lmares3]

So sad. You served the country and deserve services and help. You're handsome, healthy and happy to help. Stay safe.

[@davidcota4978]

Take him to the CRRC on 15st and Thomas , all homeless veterans can get housing there.

[@dantimber]

@@davidcota4978 I understand.

[@davidcota4978]

​@@dantimber sorry man, I’m worked up over another stolen valor guy

[@Tammy121111]

UNFORT YOU CAN'T HELPS ANYONE UNTIL THEY WANTS THE HELP

[@nbooch73]

NO MILITARY HERO SHOULD BE HOMELESS!!! We NEED TO HELP THIS HERO OFF THE STREETS! THIS COUNTRY LET HIM DOWN! Please let Him know he has people that love him & we’re rooting for him!!!

[@ssilva872]

Poor dude. I hope he cleaned up his act and is able to see his kids/family back home.

[@aleksandersnitko8750]

I love you brother and I hope we all find Jesus and be all clean and live life

[@Rachruff1979]

I really hope someone in his family see this because I’m almost certain they would get him straight get him in rehab he just needs to swallow his pride 💔 he really tugged at the heart strings at the end omg 😔

[@jaglanaojr]

💪💖🙏Prayers, Love & Llave Pride👊💯 For Our United States Military Veterans 🌎USA#1👍tyvvm & God Bless...

[@Merian_Dhe_vheeera]

God he is still young... I thought he was in 40's.. im praying for him ❤️🙏🏽

[@jullisaboone]

Love your channel bro 🤘🏼 good shot your doing

[@augustusgloop4800]

I’m a veteran I hate to see this! He’s young man he needs help and can be helped before it’s too late!

[@ygqayb]

God Bless this Man, He was doing everything right, got injured in deployment and the government gave him unfair help smh, he deserves more help, your in my prayers llave.

[@annyrosegold4726]

You can her the switch in the way he speaks about his street life and his real home life 🥺 so sad !!!!

[@Mohjoe62]

As he says it is.Addiction can affect anyone.Regardless of whether they come from a rich family or from a poor family.Love from germany

[@reneeramirez7089]

Wow! Find your brother. You are worthy and valuable.

[@painterpainting7056]

I HOPE THIS DUDE GETS BETTER COMMON MAN!!!!!

[@aidahoe2946]

So sad he seems to cry when talking to his family

[@LP-km7gj]

You can tell he is a good man…I hope he’s off the streets now.

[@cardo6880]

Damn he looks normal af still

[@chicofromph33nix64]

Let's see how he looks in a couple months.. it sucks seeing ppl look decent in the 1st video,and then shot out in the update..

[@brandieq7462]

Poor guy he seems like a nice guy

[@bjdahlman727]

Retired from the military at 27 wow how is that possible

[@cynthiabrown2806]

It sucks when docs string out an actual pain patient and then cut them cold. We hit the streets...who wouldn't. And then we're labeled, etc.

[@diamondintheroughiamthelaw9682]

Prayers and salute to the veterans. I hope he uses his VA benefits to buy Some land! 😏😏

[@stacydavis411]

I really want to help this young man!!

[@andreaphelps3357]

I see so many stories about doctors prescribing pain pills, and people ending up being addicted so sad 😞

[@noecabrera234]

God bless you this guy is 100% lies too much man

[@davidcota4978]

Any homeless veteran in Phoenix can go to the CRRC on 15st & Thomas and get housed through US VETS and community bridges.

[@Jasmine2000.]

Update on Jessica And Carlos Please.

[@jaytuiono5840]

Eyebrows looking sharp tho

[@CamLeaks]

Wow That’s sad I’m sure the military offers $0 down for a house mortgage no credit needed as long as he served💯💯💯

[@robertperez5567]

Great content real life struggles 🙏🙏🙏

[@jjjbild4804]

He seems like he is still there and can be saved poor thing

[@peacepeace4082]

Your faith will get you out of your difficulty

[@deelowk7950]

"Be good or good at it" _llave

[@dreambig0099]

First off I want to start by saying thank you for your service I think it is a sad day in the United States of America when anyone of our service men are women have to live a homeless life you can get in touch with the abccm or veteran services of the Carolinas, Homeward Bound, our operation Homefront all those are places that help veterans in your situation my thoughts and prayers are with you never forget that our God is an awesome God when you wake up to see another day it is because of him

[@glcmranger421]

His story tells me he’s not actually a military veteran. Also, a Veteran, convicted of a felony, does not qualify for VA benefits.

[@tommyp280]

The VA does help veterans, he clearly doesn’t want help. How many appointments do you think he’s gaffed off?

[@alantate25]

You have no clue. The VA is a JOKE

[@chrismeister6498]

What's the name of your back up channel? Wanna extra video of him?

[@talesfromthestreets]

Streets of America

[@humayounsyed6972]

Ur avesome bro. greeting from pakistan

[@lizmilhoan8722]

Wow what a amazing guy not only did he serve our country but the comment he said “why take someone’s hard earned dollar just cause your lazy” that’s a real man right there

[@glcmranger421]

Don’t believe everyone who says they served in the military. I question his story from the beginning. He said he’s medically retired/discharged and waiting on his check??? On active duty he had a monthly check. When he got discharged, all that happened was his monthly check changed to retired pay. If he decided to apply for VA pay (IRS taxes exempt) and give up his military retirement pay (Taxed by IRS), his paychecks never stopped. If the VA approved him, then the next paycheck will automatically appear. So, what check is he claiming to be awaiting? How do I know this process? I’m 100% Disability total/permanent retired from USAF since 1992. It’s true that a convicted felon can lose his Federal pay, but like he said, he’s waiting… If he lost his pay due to his crimes, that’s on him. 🏍🇺🇸🎒

[@Rusty_Ball-Sachs]

"REAL" deployed veterans that have an "HONORABLE" discharge qualify for a housing voucher when homeless. They also get a pension, free medical care and a whole bunch of good stuff. But it has to be HONORABLE, and a proper DD 214 would be needed to prove it ever was true to begin with.

[@simplyme9016]

100% truth!!!

[@stayup7921]

Yea if you're medically discharged you leave active duty drawing pay. Getting a disability rating after released from active duty is what takes time. And usually, in cases that are easily verifiable, not much time at all.

[@thisworldsamess9588]

I have some blankets and men's shirts and a jacket. Where can I go to give it to him?

[@talesfromthestreets]

He was on 43 avenue and McDowell by the food city

[@justlikethat300]

My friends son is walking the streets because, he doesn't want Rehab. Been there 3 times and it's not for him and says he can handle it without Rehad . He's Mother has helped him for 6 year's all he does is steal from her and other family members. Doesn't want to get a job. He just wants everyone to give him money. Sleeps all day then takes off into the night. Comes home drug out I cud go on and on. I say to him GOD, gave you son and now his mother of his son took him away from you. Because, you won't stop smoking Blues when you with your son. So he's out there now walking like a Zombie. SAD

[@glyndaalexander1774]

It appears that he has a good head on his shoulder however, somethings wrong. He needs some assistance and guidance, maybe get into a program to get off the drugs. I’m beginning to think that these people that are using the drugs they are just not doing it to get high. They are doing it to escape from some form of trauma that they have experience in their lives. Hopefully you’ll get some help.

[@faith_God]

🙏🏼

[@saldivar1579]

Crazy world

[@novawallenda7848]

I just noticed this is a year old is there any update on him? Or an email?.

[@susanrodrick1377]

Good luck .

[@cpgone]

See Old School Funks channel about this

[@jeffreykitchen6205]

Homeless yeah I sympathize, but then comes the AND ADDICTED part and my sympathy disappears.

[@TheMrfrankclark]

Its a choice he is making. Getting off of drugs is just a decision away.

[@aimeelondon1631]

He is way too smart for this. You will find a way back Llave.

[@zsazsarose]

This poor fella

[@wilburrabago3135]

We need more vids with him

[@1azhelenmo]

dude fought for you and we leave him hanging .

[@sinebar]

He says he's disabled but I'm not seeing it. He seems young and healthy. He could work a job. IDK?

[@MSTEXAN]

Did he ever get help & recover?

[@brandieq7462]

It’s got to be hotter then shit I can’t imagine

[@MamaGotBack..]

Any updates on him?

[@orangeflamingo2433]

Does he have a way to contact him?

[@FresaPeroNoParaTuMermelada]

those people are not your family...

[@lisaortega9092]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@JOESSECRETGARDEN85]

What up homie chicano uturn

[@unovivero173]

Retired military? For sure he has a back up pension from the government..

[@glcmranger421]

If he’s actually a military veteran, yes. You can also lose your VA benefits after a felony conviction.

[@ravensong9724]

How sad

[@lagilbertona3599]

Yeah I don't think so pal

[@unovivero173]

Mine the cap..nice cap tho'🙏

[@angelarunnels9366]

💔