Beverly's personal rant:
For me, one highlight of the April Meeting was information Nathan shared about 15 minutes into the video when he was questioned by a member of the group. Nathan's presentation was excellent and very informative. Sadly, his life had been very difficult - even at the hands of his own family. His current living conditions could be described as 'uninhabitable.' He wasn't 'whining' - instead, he was showing how limited the options are for low-income and people with a 'disability' often are.
Click here to see his rental - https://www.facebook.com/reel/442655668233016
This was not a part of his presentation - I saw it on his page and wondered how he could possibly thrive and be around people and work, knowing this was what he had to go home to.
We wondered if Nathan would make it to the meeting to give his presentation -
his 32 year old car quit on him the day before.
Some say it's the transmission. See what you think https://www.facebook.com/reel/1079803736658645
At any rate - he can't afford to replace the vehicle, and his current circumstances could easily make him another statistic added to the homeless population in Calhoun County:
Can't get to work and maintain a job - without transportation.
Can't pay rent without income from that job (that he can no longer get to without transportation).
Can't afford a new/used vehicle on a minimal Social Security check.
Isn't allowed to work more hours - as someone with a 'disability'
That income would put him over his 'income' limit.
It's a vicious cycle - through no fault of his, and so many like him - with almost no way out, without help.
Where does that help come from?
Please let us know if you have any ideas how we can help, collectively or individually
Know anyone with a used vehicle they would 'donate' or sell on the cheap?
Know a mechanic who would declare his 32 yr old vehicle as 'DOA' or say it has life left in it? He needs a good diagnosis.
That's how people become 'homeless.'
They simply fall through the cracks.
And become another 'number' in the 'system.'
Not because they are not trying.
And finally - they 'fall off the radar.'
Please call or text 256-225-3096 or 256-225-3370 if you can help or have ideas that might work. You can also email calcodem2019@gmail.com. And thanks for 'listening.' Beverly
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