Geo
In Grand Rapids we see many ‘regulars.’ Some are con artists who act poor and have a slick story. One black guy has asked me over nine times in 10 years for money so he can visit his sick sister – he always claims he’s a stranger in town. I just remind him that I’ve heard it before. There are mentally unbalanced people. An elderly Asian man tells people he’s Jackie O. For some, being homeless is easier. My boss helped a guy – got him an apartment, bought some clothes – then found out he had more than $20,000 a year in pension money coming. Six months later we saw him on the street. But the majority are truly in need and want out of their circumstances. The truth is, the homeless people you see are a fraction of the total amount. What do I do? Donate money to shelters and charitable groups.