Motel Kids

Homelessness takes many forms. Many in our community use shelters, some live in the woods, in abandoned homes or perhaps on the streets. Many are doubled up, living on the sofa or floor of a friend or relative. As illutstrated in this CNN story, some are Motel Kids, living in one room with mom and dad, brother and sister. Whereas the "hero" here is the chef who prepares meals daily for these children in need, the bigger issue is how to help them move to a place to call home. Studies show that homeless living in shelters struggle for many reasons, and communities pay twice as much for sheltering then it would cost to subsidize housing vouchers. A long term solution is imperative, if kids are to succeed. Read/Watch more here