Reply #26: She probably can't find a place to rent that allows the dogs [View All]

[Warpy]

which is really, really sad. She's probably also not working if she's getting a disability check. I'm thinking she's got it together enough to have either a direct deposit to a bank account or a rented PO box, thank goodness for that.

Living on the streets like that will take its toll, though.

I'd be very tempted to get her a 25# bag of dog kibble, I'll bet she'd appreciate that. Other than that, I'd just ask her what she needs and try to get it for her.

As for stuff from the food pantry, you'd be surprised what you can warm up on a hot engine block. I figured that one out driving cross country when the last thing I wanted was fast food. A lot of things are also not bad cold out of the can, like baked beans and the dreck from Chef Boyardee. I found that out when I was a hippie.

It sounds like she's got a routine and knows how to meet most of her needs. The best you can do for her is treat her with respect and just ask if there's anything you can do for her while you still have a job and a home...