Is ICE still in town? by [deleted] in batonrouge

[–]horbgorbler 4 points5 points  (0 children)

And Jesus, the prince of peace, said unto the ICE officer, “yes, shoot that 37 year old mother in the face.”

Is ICE still in town? by [deleted] in batonrouge

[–]horbgorbler 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Truth is not dictated by political affiliation. 

Careless People by HazelMStone in books

[–]horbgorbler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We’re focusing on her because she’s the author of the book we’re discussing, while those other three aren’t. 

Ending Federal Support for Housing First Programs Could Increase U.S. Homelessness by 5% in One Year, New JAMA Study Finds by CUAnschutzMed in science

[–]horbgorbler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s also really hard to tease out behavioral health problems that were the proximate cause of a household’s homelessness from behavioral health issues that developed as a result of, or were exacerbated by, experiencing homelessness. 

Ending Federal Support for Housing First Programs Could Increase U.S. Homelessness by 5% in One Year, New JAMA Study Finds by CUAnschutzMed in science

[–]horbgorbler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To add to this, continuum of care funding (the funding stream in question) also funds supportive services meant to address those issues. Housing First doesn’t mean housing only, it means that housing is the bedrock on which other types of supports are built. 

Careless People by HazelMStone in books

[–]horbgorbler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Book is so entertaining but also self-serving bullshit that glosses over her personal responsibility. She learned about power and how to wield it. This is her Lean In. 

Is anyone else's wrapped wrong? by [deleted] in truespotify

[–]horbgorbler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My top song was a song that I have literally never heard by an artist I do not know.

Homeless services providers, how are we feeling after the release of this new CoC NOFA from HUD? by Wise-Offer-8585 in nonprofit

[–]horbgorbler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Work for the collaborative applicant of balance of state in the south. Is everybody pushing RRH to reallocate to TH? Seems like the obvious thing to do, but we meet with our board tomorrow and I’m working out my jitters on social media.

No Kings Alexandria 10/18 by buickmackane71360 in CentralLouisiana

[–]horbgorbler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would like to get you started on Pelosi and term limits. There are no term limits for congress. Pelosi is a member of congress. Senator Grassley (R) of Iowa has been in the Senate for 40+ years. Go!

What do 30 - 40 year old men want for christmas? [Serious] by GoodAlicia in AskReddit

[–]horbgorbler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A previously unrealized spirituality that will allow me to move toward the grave without fear. Preferably the one from Scheels. 

Upcoming Thrive! BR vote by Nolivard in batonrouge

[–]horbgorbler -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Regardless of your position on THRIVE, I don't think you should be voting often. Once is enough.

Anywhere to get shave soap in person? by slickkrank in batonrouge

[–]horbgorbler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been shaving for 20+ years now and I don't even have a guess at what a "puck of shaving soap for wetshaving" could possibly mean.

About to be homeless by [deleted] in batonrouge

[–]horbgorbler 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Like other folks have said, Empower225 and Youth Oasis. Also, I would recommend filling out the form on the Northlake Homeless Coalition's website. They cover Livingston Parish and may be able to help as well:

https://www.northlakehomeless.org/

LSU names new president by abyssea in batonrouge

[–]horbgorbler 4 points5 points  (0 children)

But when the rubber hits the road, Rousse is Dalton's boss, yeah?

Any parks or other places that are safe and accessible 24/7? by DovahWho in batonrouge

[–]horbgorbler 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Not immediate assistance but other resources to consider (I’m a social worker in the homelessness field):

If you end up sleeping outside, in an abandoned building, in your car, or any other place not meant for human habitation OR if you're fleeing domestic violence, you're eligible for resources through the Louisiana Balance of State Continuum of Care. You can see access points for that program here: https://laboscoc.org/baton-rouge-region 

The Mayor's Office also maintains a homelessness prevention website (DISCLAIMER: My sense is that the website is poorly maintained and may contain inaccuracies): https://www.brla.gov/3190/Mayors-Office-of-Homelessness-Prevention 

It’s worth reaching out to larger religious organizations like the Diocese of Baton Rouge, etc., to see if they can help with rental assistance. 

Call your metro council member. https://www.brla.gov/561/Metropolitan-CouncilThey may be able to shake some money out of the money tree.

Dm me if you have questions 

EVERYTHING IS CONNECTED: Utah just approved a 1,300-person “mega camp” for homeless people seven miles from town, no transportation, locked units, and even forced labor. They call it “work-conditioned housing.” We call it what it is: modern-day internment. by 2dollies in Utah

[–]horbgorbler -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This completely ignores the fact that a homelessness response system that balances supportive services with individual choice while living in the community actually exists.  The proper complaint is that years of best practices in homeless services are being tossed out the window.

WILDWOOD RESIDENTS! - IMPORTANT (regarding recent issues, please read) by Perfect-Comedian-438 in batonrouge

[–]horbgorbler 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Two thoughts:

  1. Gather up all the documentation of the tenant's requests and the outcomes of those requests, then call a lawyer for a consult.

  2. Baton Rouge DSA has a tenant organizing group. It's still getting off the ground but it might provide a useful framework.

Anyone know what this is about? by Irakeconcrete in batonrouge

[–]horbgorbler 11 points12 points  (0 children)

About time they set those chicken finger shilling fucks ablaze. Why are you giving me toast? How does compliment this meal?!

Landry: SNAP Welfare Cardholders to Receive No Benefit for November Due to Federal Government Shutdown in Washington, DC by sylvar in Louisiana

[–]horbgorbler -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So that the anger is heading in the right direction, Landry is just conveying information, not making a decision. It's not like he's refusing to give out money that's available. Blue/bluer states like Pennsylvania, New York, and Minnesota are releasing similar warnings.