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In reply to the discussion: In 2 Days I will be homeless [View all]No Vested Interest
(5,156 posts)85. Hopefully, Leftcoast is busy making phone calls, etc. this morning
using some of the info provided on this site yesterday and today.
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Online I found a Homeless Shelter (MIssion Solano) in Fairfield, California.
Agnosticsherbet
Dec 2013
#4
I don't live there, don't know anyone there, don't have any money to send.
Agnosticsherbet
Dec 2013
#91
A solution to one person being homeless is finding that person a roof, a bed, and a meal.
Agnosticsherbet
Dec 2013
#94
What would it take for you to get to Fairfield, if you don't mind telling us?
sabrina 1
Dec 2013
#72
Thank you, I just wondered if it was possible to help her get there if she has someone
sabrina 1
Dec 2013
#80
I am really sorry. Do you have a little bit of money for a motel or something?
factsarenotfair
Dec 2013
#6
If you have no friends or family, why not move to an area with lower cost of living
Pretzel_Warrior
Dec 2013
#7
definitely colder. but I could probably put you into contact with some I know.
Pretzel_Warrior
Dec 2013
#25
I don't agree with it. But I am also not averse to striking out into new territory. Did it myself.
Pretzel_Warrior
Dec 2013
#29
no worries. as soon as I hit reply, I will forget about you or this bizarre exchange.
Pretzel_Warrior
Dec 2013
#43
Parts of Northern California have very expensive housing, some of them also have poor job markets,
LeftyMom
Dec 2013
#42
I have a strong sense from you that you want to go to Fairfield. So, why not just
ChisolmTrailDem
Dec 2013
#16
All I know to say is that if your head isn't on right, homelessness will make it worse. It is tough
TheKentuckian
Dec 2013
#34
You might have missed my question above, but what would it take for you to get to Fairfield?
sabrina 1
Dec 2013
#79
This may sound stupid, but do you have a vehicle? I was homeless once in my vehicle for a couple of
freshwest
Dec 2013
#19
It's true. A couple of years ago I got caught broke waiting to start a job in Orlando and
ChisolmTrailDem
Dec 2013
#30
I'm hoping for someplace where I can change into suit and tie for interview...
Left Coast2020
Dec 2013
#32
Unsolicited advice (worth what you paid for it): You should probably be more specific.
LeftyMom
Dec 2013
#31
Have you contacted the St. Vincent dePaul Society? Are you familiar with
No Vested Interest
Dec 2013
#40
If you have a skill, offer it in return for a place to stay temporarily. Somtimes giving is getting
kelliekat44
Dec 2013
#55
Rocklin to Fairfield is 64 miles down I-80. Can you locate the nearest Greyhound station?
riderinthestorm
Dec 2013
#73
You can have a carry on that is 25 pounds and a check in that wieghs 50.
Lady Freedom Returns
Dec 2013
#74
wow, kind of makes one think twice about offering a strranger a place to stay. nt
woolldog
Dec 2013
#90
First of all, you are doing the right thing trying to control your emotions!
Lady Freedom Returns
Dec 2013
#70
Are you renting a room? You may have legal recourse to stay and I'd like to help you
msanthrope
Dec 2013
#75