I've been homeless 8 months. I can speak to what my issues are. And that's being a felon and not great credit. I've worked tons of jobs and have tons of experience. But with gas prices and my consistent work being gigs driving it makes it very tough to get enough money and finding someone to rent to me. Not having much friends or family make things rough. I know alot of people in my position have drug issues, mental issues and lose track of themselves. I try to stay clean I have a planet fitness membership and will get a work out and shower charge up my phone. Try to keep up maintaining my car and keep my phone on. I don't get any food assistance or shelter. I don't bitch and complain. But the system is fucked up and alot of people are in the position because of a job they lost, or a family died and they lost their minds, or got a divorce. Anyone can be in the position and alot of people are a week to a month away from the position and might not even know it. Don't be dismissive of anyone and learn to expect the unexpected. To anyone who read that thanks.
@johnholbrook6042
2 жыл бұрын
Not always the system to be blamed. Being a single guy with decent job & then retirement, a rental house & my home. My home was on golf course & with a swimming pool, a couple extra bed rooms, & close to town which had jobs available. I rented the rental house cheap price, no deposit necessary, rented extra bedrooms in my home. Wasn't trying to get rich. Mainly to give back to society & be a witness. What happened is the renters would not be responsible & even pay the cheap rent which barely covered the electric/water/cable that they used. They would not keep a job more than a few weeks. They had an opportunity to lift themselves up. Not only did they turn away from a good opportunity, they added financial burden to myself, added stress to my life, & did damage to my rental property. So my days of being taken advantage of are over. Should of seen there faces when I told them I sold my properties & time for them to leave. They thought they had the right to stay for free since they received mail at the addresses.
@riskyron1416
Жыл бұрын
A possibility for you. If not facing charges and not on probation, in spite what told you can get a Passport. With the exception of convictions for drug or human trafficking. You could fly to Panama. There a home rental would be less than $200 a month, no credit checks, no deposits. You could work in a call center for $1200 to $1500 a month, only requirement being a Native English Speaker. All your debts, credit and the rest would be left behind. All you need is $160 for the Passport, Plane ticket to Panama City, round trip, about $500 from Miami, and another $700 to last you 6 weeks till hired and receive first pay check. Don't attempt to bring more than 2 50 pound suit cases. Fly Copa Airlines recommended. A fresh start.
@bs4real
Жыл бұрын
Hang in there.stay safe.
@christineweiss7018
Жыл бұрын
I hear u i hupe u continue staying sober it is not easy but there are churches out there and the salvation army is a good place to start also Catholic charities
@2023roadstervet
Жыл бұрын
God Bless You sir. I wish you the best. It's tough out here. I live in Pasco County. in New Port Richey. REnt keeps going up. .. I either adapt or Die.
@ChickenNoodle0404
2 жыл бұрын
Something needs to be done Federally to address the out of control rent hikes and cost of living problem. No one in America should be homeless... It's not a matter of how hard you work... Shit is out of control.
@really5453
Жыл бұрын
The government needs to stop printing money they don't have and stop giving it to other countries and lend the people the money that's how money is created. Until that happens we're screwed because the morons in office don't understand basic finance.
@MissJellybean
2 жыл бұрын
There’s a new homeless class growing now; The ones that work a full-time job, but can’t afford rent anymore. The landlords keep increasing their rents until they have to leave. They end up in the monthly hotel merry-go-round and then they’ve can’t get off because once you’re in there it’s hard to get out since they’re so expensive you can’t save for first, last and security. When they can’t afford the hotels anymore, they’ll start sleeping outside. These are people that have never been homeless, never thought itv CCDXS and are currently working. This is a shame. Shame on us as a country, shame on us as a society for allowing this to happen and I’m just as guilty. We have to start working on solutions right now or it’s going to be a dystopian nightmare, worse than it already is.
@msrain1235
Жыл бұрын
You're very right!
@andrewsimoncini662
Жыл бұрын
Fuckin shit ass crooked corrupted gov they sit on the butts and do-nothing but entitle all the frreloadijg, lazynon English speaking people who use drugs,steal and other crimes as well while people like me can't get free help what crap I'm glad that hopefully soon I'm leaving long island excuse me wrong island good-bye and good riddance
@helenamartinez3415
Жыл бұрын
NEW HOMELESS CAME ILLEGALS BY USA BORDERS CHECK NYC & CALIFORNIA
@helenamartinez3415
Жыл бұрын
HIGHER % HOMELESS not from.MIAMI or FLORIDA---NOW NEW HOMELESS ILLEGALS FROM USA BORDERS
@Bob-gn8ph
Жыл бұрын
Luke 21,36 KJV
@looptheloopish
2 жыл бұрын
Me and a friend drove to Tampa in the 80s, bumming around and working on ships through a temp service. I never met any addicts or scammers, just people trying to survive.
@tompellegrino769
2 жыл бұрын
Affordable housing is getting harder and harder to find. The second person you interviewed has it together. What also is concerning is that more and more homeless people are working and have jobs. What does that say about our society?
@squigglove
2 жыл бұрын
Investors.
@GoAskAlice23
Жыл бұрын
I am living in my car. The advocacy group offered me move in costs for an apartment in an abandoned motel in a high crime area. A vet told me that he would not live there due to the violent crime and rampant drug trafficking in the streets. $750 plus utilities. If you’re not able to get out of the lease, then you are forced to live in fear of being robbed. This is the choice that they gave to a 63 year old woman who is alone. I would rather stay in the car. At least I have enough money for decent food. I receive SS and work as a delivery driver. 2k a month. Brevard County.
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
Жыл бұрын
I am so sorry your going thru this. your not alone. the weather in california is better for car living and more homeless friendly.
@GoAskAlice23
Жыл бұрын
@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS I was a homeowner for 20 years and lived in the San joaquin Valley, Visalia. At the age of 58, no one would hire me. I thought Florida would be friendly to me.
@CGarrett
Жыл бұрын
@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS nah California gets COLD
@really5453
Жыл бұрын
@@CGarrettFlorida gets cold too just not as often
@gusnworb5348
2 жыл бұрын
Great presentation Jose. The homeless problem is all over the U.S in every major city. God bless.
@mikevalentine8369
2 жыл бұрын
Right ...Im from NEW YORK! It's un Charlotte ,
@ltlwatcher
2 жыл бұрын
No, it's due to the red state's policies.
@Novelera05
Жыл бұрын
Yes, it’s everywhere however some cities are worse than others
@bryanalan14
2 жыл бұрын
I live in the South Hillsboro County Area and I have worked in the St Pete /South St Pete area in the mental health field,and what I’ve learn is that a lot of these agencies that want to help the homeless they have a lot of rules that a lot of homeless ppl(let alone anyone wants to follow) are strict (for good reason) however I believe there always should be an alternative. It’s hard on both sides, one asking for help must want to give in (to some degree). However the ones helping must allow some grace because no one is ever safe from homelessness. Unfortunately this is easier said then done and this housing/rent costs are crazy, i thank God every day that my family and I own a home. Thank y’all for the video ☝🏾 ❤️
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
There are rules and homeless people dont always want a boss. Some people are so stubborn they rather suffer to be right than be humble and get better
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
@@robme3660 those are all amazing places, tierra verda isnt for regular people tho.. thats not in everyones budget
@anyone150
2 жыл бұрын
The rules are there so that the the shelter doesn't become a drug den or a place for criminal activities. Also to maintain a safe place for others to stay in.
@yvoncormier9762
2 жыл бұрын
@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS it's also a person down on their luck can sense when a "help" is offered with conditions, like feeling leveraged/controlled in a bad situation. Feeling as though judgment and benevolent condescension is mixed with the charity.
@SL-pg4dh
Жыл бұрын
The rules are strict for a reason and they don't have to give in for anything. Any serious homeless person will shut up, follow the rules, make their money and move out as soon as they can.
@gdisprint2928
2 жыл бұрын
Back in 2011, I remember renting an apartment for $450.00 one bedroom and 2019 $1003.23 for two bedroom in Tampa. Despite all the construction in both residential and commercial properties, it’s still ghetto and more over populated. Traffic is bad especially on 275. Doesn’t have to be during rush hour. Tampa bay doesn’t attract the best from all industries and professions. It’s still very mediocre and the pay sucks
@izifaddag8221
2 жыл бұрын
Yes all true. People who don't live there get a false image. I lived in Florida for almost 3 decades. I worked on Biscayne Blvd in the Miami Vice days. As soon as you step an inch away from the modern glitz it quickly becomes seedy. There are the very rich and the very poor. It is very hard to get a decent paying job. Rents are high and pay is low. The climate attracts homeless like a magnet. In the 80s and 90s trying to get on the Dolphin from downtown was an ordeal. It was like driving thru a 3rd world country with idiots washing your windshield if you wanted it or not and throwing a quatre back at you screaming I want a dollar. All in all I am super glad I moved. Clewiston, Belle Glades that is where you get to see the real Florida. Poor, run down, seedy and dangerous. How about that drive from Miami down US1 thru some of the nastiest towns in the USA to Key West. In KW it is bring a wheelbarrow of money or don't come. Pretty pretty drive but don't stay. The cops down there are ruthless on street people. They will dump you outside city limits with a serious warning never to return or else. I am glad I turned my back on the place in 2013. I am in rural Mississippi now and it has never been better.
@dimaatik
2 жыл бұрын
florida will become the next CALIFORNIA FOR REAL
@omarrolle3842
Жыл бұрын
Hell in some ways Florida is already worse than CA
@ScorpioBornIn69
Жыл бұрын
Just do not vote in a Newsom kind of governor or it will.
@lindakline7318
Жыл бұрын
This is what you get for 20+ years of Republican rule.
@iamjacksbrokenfemur8401
Жыл бұрын
In some ways it will, in most ways it won't.
@travelingwithrick
Жыл бұрын
Talking per capita murder and homelessness it already surpassed California.
@aleksandragrajca3139
2 жыл бұрын
So true about Tampa, it's a shame. The city has an interesting history and culture, but they REALLY need to do something about the crime and panhandlers. I remember I was approached by a very aggressive panhandler (it was so bad I was ready to call the cops). Not in Tampa Heights, East Tampa, or any other 'hoods,' but in Carollwood! And that's supposed to be one of the 'nice' areas around Tampa.
@greggreg5217
2 жыл бұрын
You owe them nothing
@thatguy7085
Жыл бұрын
I was homeless in south Florida… I was making $95K at the time and didn’t do drugs. I got divorced and had everything stolen from me while I was at work… I had to leave Florida. I’m a millionaire now in Georgia… in actual cash.
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
Жыл бұрын
dont put that info online, people taken for $20
@thatguy7085
Жыл бұрын
@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS how do you think I got it 😉
@joanjohnson9821
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Jose, for all that you do, and God bless you. It is so distressing to see the failures of our country. Greed and callousness are common in our government. There need to be more people like you. We all need to be doing our part to remediate this problem.
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
Жыл бұрын
All we can do is work, too much is out of our control
@wildestcowboy2668
Жыл бұрын
@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGSI agree ESE that work is good but saving is critical mi ese
@mikehamilton7993
Жыл бұрын
FL's state motto should be 'welcome to FL throw your trash anywhere'.
@karlnordinger5968
Жыл бұрын
while listening to leaf blowers
@billkallas1762
2 жыл бұрын
I thought that massive homelessness only happens in Democrat controlled States. Should DeSantis resign, or fall on his sword, over this?
@albinosh4dow
2 жыл бұрын
He can't force cities to do anything lol
@ScorpioBornIn69
Жыл бұрын
Cannot blame the governor at all on this one. It is a national crisis and a trend. The governor can only do at a state level. Overall I do say it is mostly a crisis in states and cities controlled by far left socialist Dem officials, not to mention the U.S. has a far left socialist president running the country on top of it all. This has made it ever worst for the nation is a whole, even despite what Florida governor has been doing and that is fighting and standing up against the mass corruption up there in D.C. in the Oval Office and Congress, though now Congress is a divided one.
@Jewel_Screaming_Chango8387
Жыл бұрын
It can happen anywhere , addiction doesn’t t discriminate and not everyone gets the best upbringing
@cristianMoon24
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve noticed in Riverview Florida that people are asking for money but aren’t homeless I saw this guy in a wheel chair and I noticed someone dropped him off food and he went across the street got up from his wheel chair and put the food in his car. Don’t give these people money their scammers not homeless.
@greggreg5217
2 жыл бұрын
They're eating and getting assistance from somewhere. Drugs are the main cause for homelessness for the under the 40 crowd . Just give them change and move on.
@cnd278
2 жыл бұрын
Many scammers in Florida, they can rip you off! is the most common crime lately
@annemaria5126
2 жыл бұрын
That is the worldwide ancient problem: we can not trust anyone. Sorry for the real victims, but indeed there are lazy ones and thieves as well.
@williamwalker2768
2 жыл бұрын
@@greggreg5217 I'm not on drugs.... The main cause is job stability and affordable housing.
@greggreg5217
2 жыл бұрын
@@williamwalker2768 are you working?
@gatway100
Жыл бұрын
What we all need. It's called compassion for one another starting with President Biden stop giving the money away to Ukraine and give it to the homeless and to the elderly.
@NiceModz06KMT
2 жыл бұрын
If I was homeless Florida is definitely the state I’ll be in
@antoniodozier5284
Жыл бұрын
Part of the homeless problem with black people is we can't work together and team up like Latinos we have no unity in this inflation u got to team up and work together and this ain't the time to have lots of kids times are to hard
@boogie56ace
2 жыл бұрын
Watching this and I'm currently homeless. Your information is accurate. Props to bringing attention this.
@jdoe9744
2 жыл бұрын
I'm currently in Saint Pete and despite having a job I'll still be homeless in a couple weeks and there's noting I can do about it. I went to the county to try to get help and it was a joke. The loopholes they want you to jump through and crap they require are ridiculous. If they even return your phone calls at all...
@mikesullivan7153
2 жыл бұрын
Tampa is so fucked up I just moved to North Port I feel like I'm in paradise lol
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
Tampa has gone to crap its resembling the cities in the NE
@lostvlog6857
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I gave up on Tampa for my next destination, it's a shame really.
@dereckc9469
2 жыл бұрын
I'm in Safety Harbor 1200 sq ft bungalow around the corner from me just sold 500000 maybe I sell off some shit and head there too! lol
@mikesullivan7153
2 жыл бұрын
Shit prices are getting rediculous here. Everyone suddenly wanted to move to Florida for the "pandemic" real estate has gone up over 70% in some area of Florida
@brianstevens3963
2 жыл бұрын
I live in st augustine but I work in Tampa about 3 times a year I hear bad things all the time !! but I always have a good time down there and I always make nice bank there ! how bad can it be
@paddy9449
2 жыл бұрын
I CAN'T feel SORRY for many "so called" homeless, drink, drugs, and just can't get with the program...MILLIONS of people do it EVERYDAY...WORK....PAY THERE WAY....YOU have a CHOICE...
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
Mental illness is a thing tho. But so is laziness and abuse
@charlesbolduc2796
Жыл бұрын
You need to go to Tallahassee Florida where they are having problems with homeless people I know first hand because I was homeless there and they never tried to help me out
@MrGsvideos
2 жыл бұрын
Tampa went down fast.. in just a year.
@drivecfl
2 жыл бұрын
We have a great Governor though. He talks tough on immigration and stuff and just warned people coming here that are undocumented. But you see people wandering around aimlessly in central FL with backpacks without a place to be. We also have people experiencing a tough time insuring their homes because of skyrocketing rates. Some can't even get insurance. No rent control for renters. Some have seen their rents go up 40-50% over the last year or two. People are still coming here in droves. The road systems cannot handle the growth. The state is free and open so come on down. It's all under control. Overall things are not too bad.
@LetsDanceTampa
2 жыл бұрын
St. Petersburg too
@mikeowns8440
2 жыл бұрын
@@drivecfl so u blame immigrants for all of Florida failures. Immigrants build half of Florida. They helped make Florida what it is now. Most of the time i see someone asking for money it's a white guy. U can't have it both ways. Deathsantis says Florida is open for business and everyone is welcome to come to Florida because it's wide open no mandates. But then here you are saying the opposite u say I well too many people. Coming in from other states but but but don't forget guys let's blame illegals first. U are insane
@lindadavis5668
2 жыл бұрын
@@drivecfl My rent doubled in 1 and one half years. I found out last week. I am looking at my budget, where can I shave other expenses down. I am retired and have a Master's Degree. I am lost for alternatives. I have cut out hair cuts, buy on sale food, don't buy makeup or beauty supplies, water down juices, milk, soups, etc. Eat leftovers more, and stretch things with pasta or rice. Gaining weight with all the carbs!! I keep the thermostat on 79 and use fans. Energy costs are high. I drive rarely to grocery stores, Dr's visits, etc. I never eat fast food. Stopped sodas and sugary drinks. No coffee at all. Water mostly. I water down household cleaners, but I use vinegar and baking soda mostly. I turn off circuits of electricity in my home when I can. I grow herbs in pots that live for years. Recycle everything. T shirts become rags to toss out. Washed clothes are hung to dry. A lot of work just to pay rent. Our Governor, frump wannabe.
@CynthiaWord-iq7in
Жыл бұрын
@@drivecfl oh my God!
@Diego-ee7vl
Жыл бұрын
Yes, yes, Florida is next ....... That was in the plan for a very very long time.. Bidenl and the next president will make sure of that... Do not vote people do not vote.... We are being destroyed from within... Warning!!!!!!!!!! Do not 🚫 vote!!!!!!!!!!
@anthonyjackson1446
2 жыл бұрын
That one guys statement about working for what he needs and wants and not depending on someone else, makes him feel good about himself and his self esteem is truly epic indeed..💪🏻💪🏻😎👍👏
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
OCALA could have easily made this list, its BAD THERE in MARION County but its REALLY spread out into different cities and areas
@lostvlog6857
2 жыл бұрын
ratso rizzo's dream was to move to FL but luckily, never made it.
@cristianMoon24
2 жыл бұрын
Kissimmee Florida has the most homelessness I’ve ever seen and I’m from New York 😬
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
You barely see homeless in new york from my short visit
@cristianMoon24
2 жыл бұрын
@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS New York has a lot of homelessness on the trains and in certain areas of city. Especially after Covid the homeless population has gone up in New York
@dereckc9469
2 жыл бұрын
@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS I'm from ny trust me it's worse than here
@dereckc9469
2 жыл бұрын
depend what time year you there though in winter they come to fl on buses
@cristianMoon24
2 жыл бұрын
@@dereckc9469 it was June 2020
@mamacitachang
Жыл бұрын
Jacksonville has a huge population of homeless and they are spread all over the city however drive thru downtown Jacksonville and you will see that state and union streets are essentially homeless camps. Jacksonville is no longer affordable either.
@richardhudak4571
8 ай бұрын
In 1987 in Orlando I was home less living in my 1970 VW camper bus I was home less but I also worked
@robschmidt5014
2 жыл бұрын
I live here in St. Pete and the homeless problem has been an issue for many many years. Also my aunt is a producer and produced that Film called the Florida Project.
@annegaynor9627
Жыл бұрын
Can someone order a copy? I would like to help. Thanks.
@thinkingmammal310
2 жыл бұрын
🙄😮💨😔 WOW, Bro! This is pure and sheer Journalism. well done.
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
We keep it coming
@cnd278
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video Jose!! Extremely sad the situation here in Florida, I don’t know how bad is in Texas where i used to live , other than the fact that the closer you get to the Mexican border the poorest some peple are but i may be wrong, As far as Florida the first thing i noticed is the amount of homeless people and those who can’t hardly make it to the end of every month or subsist is a constant struggle for many people. And as you mentioned it seems like is not gonna get any better! Here in Orlando is extremely sad how Disney controls everything, nothing happens in Orlando is all peaches and cream! but the reality is something!! Keep up the good work Jose!! Excellent channel.
@mamacarrol5799
2 жыл бұрын
In Jacksonville we take care of our own.... Family couch surfing is a big part of life FAMILY MEMBERS, BY BLOOD AND ADOPTION ! OUTSIDERS DON'T GET THE SAME TREATMENT
@donald1841
Жыл бұрын
I live less than a mile from this parking lot in Naples florida. The homeless are always zero,d in on this spot. Mcdonalds guves them free soft drinks. They just bring their own cups. There is a large population of homeless in this area. Some are drug heads. Some are drunks and some are mentally ill. A lot of those actually. But there are also some very good people who live there on the streets. The cops run them off. They come back. They have run out of places to lay their heads. So much can be done to ease the situation in Naples and everywhere else. But in Naples there are more millionaires per capita than anywhere else in the US. In short they rule the roost. And they absolutely dispise the homeless.
@mikevalentine8369
2 жыл бұрын
As annoying and even DISGUSTING as it may be to see the community and environment change from homelessness, we need to CONTINUE to have compassion! LMAO. We have countries at WAR, 10 of thousands of dead people and we are complaining about the ... "homeless people are everywhere"! "Eww, they stink". While the world has REAL uncomfortable problems, like starvation and death. I agree ... This is a problem that needs to be solved. But ... From the government, city and community. Its not as hard as we were told. Create housing for mentally ill and force them into treatment. Incentivize them, build relationships. Once you get them through the DOOR ... That creates leverage and Ppl are NOT about to just give up their only place to stay. Then there's supportive housing as, some may need supports, services. Then, there are just the Pol and even WHOLE FAMILIES that are homeless and need housing, supports, and services. They can work the jobs yall giving out to THOUSANDS of immigrants.
@leogeee1
6 ай бұрын
Thank you for this informative piece. I'm speechless regarding Pinellas County. This really makes me think long and hard about my future. I own a home in Philadelphia and really wanted to sell it all and rent the rest of my life.
@sassimonesmith5128
2 жыл бұрын
You left out Jacksonville. Been there and it's crazy.
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
Dangerous
@boricuayehudim427
2 жыл бұрын
When active before Retirement, there in Gainesville was "Tent City" set apart for the homeless population ☝🏽Back before 2018, I remember some of them would dress up in military attire (pose as vets) and even thought I would hit them with questions they couldn't answer, I would still give em a buck or two, of course mentioning "stolen valor" ☝🏾My wife's church would hold assistance drives with food, clothing, and other donations for these people, even barbers would Voluntarily assist ☺️ Awesome initiative for many to follow ☝🏾😉 Thanks for sharing 🙏🏾
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
oh no, stolen valor? thats disrespectful crap! and illegal
@MrWadsox
Жыл бұрын
My favorite ploy is the arm in a sling. Or begging with a dog on a leash. People don't care if you go hungry but you better feed that dog.
@jimmyr54701
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info, can't believe how bad it is. No wonder so much crime.
@lkgstudios
Жыл бұрын
I think people should boycott "luxury" items in general. This catering to the rich because they have more money to spend idea is bonkers insane. Rich people are cheap because they have an inherent fear of losing their money, hence losing their rich status. sure they will pay 4000 for a handbag, but that's the women and that's like me paying 40 dollars for a nice meal, I can afford it so once and awhile, sure, why not? (and notice the only difference between the two examples is how many times I multiplied the number 4 by 10) Homelessness stems from catering to the rich, or at least is a big chuck of that problem. It stifles economic growth and cashflow. (Think of the human body, with body parts being classes of individuals - if the blood ((money)) doesn't get to flow everywhere you need a doctor or amputation / death is imminent.) Rich people are not the solution. Think about it logically. They are the 1 %. How the hell is the 1% of anything going to make an impact economically? Our focus should be on ability and not on money. Money is how we pay for things, yes, but we can't fool ourselves into thinking "luxury" means goodness. Ok ok I'm getting to the point and going to tie this all in with homelessness. "Luxury" branded housing have driven up the cost of living because - luxury right? You would expect to pay more for better things... but are they really better? Is it not just the smoke and mirrors a new set of paint and some fixing up or building (and who does the fixing up? It's always low-level contractors who get paid butt and are forced to live outside the luxury areas. I paid 2000 a month (plus) for a luxury apartment, the name of which I will not mention, only to be cold every night. I left right away. Luxury homes makes people have to leave because they can't afford an exorbitant price that some MBA's made up to fill their profit margins. People get displaced, but still want to live in their hometown, or the place they've always known. Smart people leave early and the tough ones end up homeless. Then if drugs and alcohol get involved, it becomes a real problem. And this is basically what is happening around the country. We don't even have a social system like in Europe to handle this problem effectively so it is up to us, as a people, to change the cause, and the solution to this epidemic. We need to refocus in general what we put value on, as a society. That's only one part of it, but it is a part. Homeless people are not all degenerate, but all homeless people must need help to get back to a better place of living.
@kristiemiller4752
Жыл бұрын
Very accurate! I’m so glad I waited to comment. I was going ask you about Pinellas and BAM there it was # 1 so accurate another great video Jose and Katie. Pinellas is the highest population density for the landmass. And yes we have a HUGE homeless problem. I’m blown away at how accurate this is.
@mcarlkv53
Жыл бұрын
its the purchasing power of the dollar manipulated to go down...thomas jefferson said if we let bankers manipulate our currency our great grand children will wake up homeless on the continent their forefathers founded. another thing is the stupid property tax which you will have to pay. example grandfather buys house in 1965 for $18,000 dollars, ends up paying mortgae for 30 years where he pays over 100,000$ dollars. plus taxes every year on top of all that. after mortage is paid off in 1996, still has to pay between $2000-$5000 a year for property tax for that house. years down the road the 95 year old wife thats on social security barely can make ends meet every month. it gets to a point that the property tax cant be afforded anymore and the gov takes that house. if a house can be in your family for over 60-70 years and it can be taken from you because you cant pay $2300 property taxes for that year its time for a revolution. do you know what the definition of a mortgage is? mort - means death, gage -means pledge. so your mortgage actually means death pledge.
@silvio6105
Жыл бұрын
I live in Florida and couldn't be happier!!
@MrWadsox
Жыл бұрын
Either you haven't been here long enough or you are an idiot. I grew up in Orlando pre-Disney. It was a nice town. Not a lot of development, people, or crime. Now its a shithole and rush hour traffic is a nightmare. People are pissed off and in a hurry. Now that attitude has followed me up to Lake County, where I moved to 25 years ago. I will move again when I find the right place.
@LoveYourself-1970
Жыл бұрын
Wow... St. Pete's back in 2008 was so beautiful and I didn't see any homeless at all.
@carriebishop8568
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this information because my sister was just telling me you know parts that I should avoid coming to to live and it's helped me out immensely
@elmercaldwell6448
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this information
@drivecfl
2 жыл бұрын
FL working on it with its higher cost of living. The only thing about Florida is the humidity here for several months for homeless people is more grueling than California. Anyone new here, they'll be finding this out in the next couple of months. You'd think the tough talking Governor would get this under control.
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
Actually its only got worst. Mouths can speak anything
@youngyup5069
2 жыл бұрын
Florida is definitely becoming the next california....similar climate & people have same attitude....the lifestyle there screams live off the grid & be homeless & jobless....this country is a mess....whos gonna fix it??
@Hello-nl1km
Жыл бұрын
The governor is part of the problem! The rich have brought all the property and have the nerves to charge hoa and they own the land !
@Jewel_Screaming_Chango8387
Жыл бұрын
@@youngyup5069forced labor camps are the only solutions to this point yes I know it sounds bad but it’s backed by medical experts and professors
@mE-zx7pt
Жыл бұрын
@Jewel_Screaming_Chango8387 Homelessness has increased in direct proportion to unaffordable rents. People didn't just suddenly start preferring homelessness in large numbers. You want forced labor camps? Good. You go first.
@LoveYourself-1970
Жыл бұрын
It's bad in Detroit to, #FeedingdownriverandDetroit goes out everyday 365 days a year feed and 1x month handing out donated cloths, shoes or even care bags.. its sad our government doesn't take care of the homeless but there is people that do care
@richardhudak4571
8 ай бұрын
In 1978 my rent was $225 now the same house rent in 2024 is well over $1200 😢
@barbararoland6166
Жыл бұрын
Great job Ron Desabtis great job so all our new residents claim Florida is just the greatest from your leadershio
@kenkenny6196
Жыл бұрын
Great informative video keep up the good work.
@ceegee3471
Жыл бұрын
FL girl here, Tiny D is the worst! Tells every other red state follow my example. What has he done for anyone except himself?
@lexi13sims
Жыл бұрын
You know why Tampa and Ft. Lauderdale have those blue street lights and blue lights on the busses? So homeless people can’t use IV drugs (I mean they still gonna try) but it makes it a whole lot harder to see veins you’ll notice less homeless around those lights
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
Жыл бұрын
No way… really? 😐
@CGarrett
Жыл бұрын
Wow I didn't know that
@CynthiaWord-iq7in
7 ай бұрын
In the industry, they are called "crime lights "
@dakotaseven947
Жыл бұрын
I’m late in viewing your videos. EXCELLENT COVERAGE! Informative and articulate to the core. I’ll subscribe and check out more of your work. I hope you see this comment. Strength and Honor.
@janelle3372
Жыл бұрын
Hello! We are trying to find if they have any tent city near Miami. We are a faith base group who is going in Christmas Eve to spread the love of God among the homeless and would like to go to the Miami area this year. Any assistance is appreciated! God bless you!
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
Жыл бұрын
Overtown.. good luck it’s mighty dangerous
@ppg4667
Жыл бұрын
All the "homeless" in Key West live on boats or under bridges. It's a tourism town those cops don't allow them to loiter and panhandle on the streets
@thesportsjunky1175
2 жыл бұрын
Raw population may not be the best way to evaluate homelessness by geography. If you use the per 10,000 people metric like you did at the beginning of the video, there are 16 other states with higher homeless populations. I absolutely love the state of Florida and bought my second property along the southeast coast just last year. Some of my family members that live up north want to purchase property here but are waiting for a dip in real estate prices, which they anticipate to see in the next 6-12 months.
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
Except, all the rich people live in gated areas leaving the homeless population on main roads for us regular people to deal with.
@cashed-out2192
9 ай бұрын
Very said, a man froze to death in Memphis, after the Salvation Army ran out of beds, one cold January night.
@CalienteDesign
Жыл бұрын
It only takes one car accident with an underinsured texting driver and you are there forever
@drph.d353
Жыл бұрын
This cameraman and write ups is one direct smart person and knows the homeless life inside and out with much skill in using the camera audio and video , this must cost much and require lots of time. Thanks so much as i share this in my facebook group..
@briandunn6157
2 жыл бұрын
Very good video much respect!
@jenniferrahm6729
2 жыл бұрын
#Camphummingbirdsheltersandretreatsinc I'm President of this FLORIDA non profit aiding housing homeless crisis. I also was just homeless with 3 young children, and I too do not want to go back to traditional housing ever again. I refused help as well although the help really isn't there. Giving up my cats, was one thing I wouldn't do but also I am on disability, all Shelters are working Shelters.....
@annegaynor9627
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your dedication. I would like to help build affordable housing quickly and cheaply using smaller builds and materials that are cost-effective like aircrete which homeless communities could build for themselves easily. It's DIY. It can be done. There are KZitem videos on people doing it for themselves.
@stephaneysmith5120
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, God bless those individuals that spoke with you. Any of us can be in that same situation and as the man said we have to learn to invest and be smart with are money. I would love a video of you just speaking with more homeless people so we can all learn from them.
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
Well said! i try to interview them but its hard to get them on board
@mikevalentine8369
2 жыл бұрын
I can't believe how long it took to see someone have a little more compassion for fucking humans saying the hardest part is "not being able to shower and not get good sleep". wow!
@mikevalentine8369
2 жыл бұрын
Oh, and I just heard a well spoken, nice black homeless man speak. He said you cant eat without a cat. That, even if you walk up to a drive thru ... "they wont serve you". C'mon
@sergiohernandez-fz2xx
Жыл бұрын
This is the only country with a homeless problem
@LegalnotJusticeSystem
2 жыл бұрын
Jose, thank you for the insight and your thoughts! I watch many of your videos!!! The videos are very informative and give a true picture of the cities you visit. I am originally from LaBelle, FL (just north of Immokolee) which is nothing but a small, farming and ranching community with little opportunity. My parents were both high school drop outs and made very little with five children to support! I joined the Navy at 17 to get away and find better opportunities. I served 22 years in the Navy, finished my Bachelor Degree while in the service and used my GIBill to get my Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling. I now live in Jacksonville Florida and am very fortunate that I was able finish my education with my military service/GIBill. Many people are unwilling to take that path but for me it was an easy choice with limited opportunities in LaBelle. I agree with you that a big part of the problem is a mental health patients being released as soon as the insurance limits are reached unless under state ordered inpatient is part of a criminal sentence. When the short in patient care for substance abuse, for instance, is up; the organization there to help put them right back on the street where they came from and the cycle tends to start over. It is sad that this happens. I agree with you also about the scammers at the major intersections begging for money pretending to be homeless or unemployed which happens at almost every major crossroad intersection in Jacksonville. That is sad but it is based on good people wanting to help others but scammers taking advantage of the kindness. I do not perpetuate the panhandlers by giving to them cash money. Don't get me wrong, I have helped many truly homeless and hungry by buying them meals when it is obvious the are truly hungry!! I have bought meals for homeless in Key West when I saw them digging though dumpsters for food behind a restaurant. I have bout meals for a homeless person in a restaurant when overhearing him ask the manager for work to do for food (the manager said he was not allowed to make that happen). On the scamming end are the panhandlers that ask for money in downtown Jacksonville who claim they are hungry but when you offer to buy them a meal they will say no just give me the cash....that does not happen if they ask me......meal if you're hungry. It is also true that many homeless refuse the help because they want no restrictions like no booze or drugs and be in by evening curfew if you want a bed again. It seems some want the free ride but are unwilling to sacrifice some of their freedom for the assistance when some true nonprofit is willing to help them. And also, not all nonprofits are there just for the sake of helping others! Look at how much some of the NONPROFIT CEO's get paid....it is ridiculous...but that is for another day and another comment. Your interviews with homeless gave some insight into their perspective which is good. It would be interesting if you could follow some of the beggars at intersections to see where the go when the leave.
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
I know labelle well we tried to move there but it didnt work out. Nice town with serious poverty
@BrianSmith-fk3io
Жыл бұрын
The facts about Florida are that it is a cut-throat business environment and a tourist economy that booms from August to about April and wanes from April to August. Wages are Federal Minimum Wage, and no one can live on that not even in Florida. Florida did pass a local wage hike, but even so, it doesn't keep up with inflation. As to cut-throat business, the labor board in Florida is supposed to help, but wounded (not literally - but mistreated employees) employees are going to an assistance group that really is a toothless tiger and can't or won't help them. The problems now further would stem from a government failing to tend to the economy, rather undermining it. Here the business environment is just as cut-throat, but are required to pay much better, and PC or "Woke" culture demands that whites go unemployed before blacks, even if the blacks start the troubles. Florida is ultra-conservative in large areas, but just as bad because businesses can get away with so much wrong. This is my take on it.
@dhopjr57
Жыл бұрын
The hardest thing i ever saw in my life was a mother pushing her baby in a shopping cart along with all she had. She was white but her and the baby (Toddler) were so dirty i thought they were black. That sight has haunted me for years. Tampa, Fl. I don't ask any questions but i always give a hand out if i have it to give.
@beebeetee2926
2 жыл бұрын
Thanx for the info!
@everythingeverydayedwards4003
Жыл бұрын
Yea I grew up in Kissimmee/saint cloud. It’s not at all what they try and make it seem.
@user-oy7wg1eu1x
Жыл бұрын
Interesting!
@73gmiller
Жыл бұрын
If you look at red/blue map of Florida. Those are all the democrat strongholds of Florida. I’m amazed they can’t see the truth smacking them in their faces.
@meannormajean8418
10 ай бұрын
Blame it all on the Democrats, how convenient for you.
@richardrichmarcleveque3607
Жыл бұрын
Closing public restrooms is illegal
@annegaynor9627
Жыл бұрын
In San Jose, they set up automatic bathrooms downtown for a quarter (or free tokens to homeless) but they are getting old and some aren't working. I had to live in my car and found out there is no restroom available anywhere after restaurants close. Most gas stations and convenience stores have signs saying the restroom is "broken". I found that Wal-Mart was very helpful allowing people to park at night even a security guard that checks to make sure there's no trouble doing a quick walk-through. I was able to network with people on where to get a shower and some food, which I did. I never thought I would be saying nice things about Wal-Mart but they did this at all their stores I saw in the area. It was a weird impromptu community that really helped. 🤗 not sure they still do that - this was 10 years ago. But very helpful. McDonald's was the best place to go in the morning to use the restroom and wash up a bit when they opened in the morning. They started making you get a token to enter but you didn't have to order food to get it.
@davyhenry8985
Жыл бұрын
I was homeless in Key West, Florida
@hoperuppel5898
Жыл бұрын
Lakeland FL is also bad for homeless should have been on the list
@ScorpioBornIn69
Жыл бұрын
I live here and drive around, though we have panhandlers however, *no tents*. That is in large because of Polk County's sheriff who will not tolerate having methheads and other druggies in this county. Grady Judd is not crazy one bit of the homeless dealing drugs and harrassing others. Been here for 13 years and have not seen much of a difference. Always had those panhandlers at the intersections.
@lostvlog6857
2 жыл бұрын
God save Florida from this tidal wave of human sewage!
@ScorpioBornIn69
Жыл бұрын
Don't New York and California my Florida.
@amybeasonroyal7549
Жыл бұрын
We Re flooded every main road you go down there's people living in the woods multiple people we have no idea we have homeless people everywhere they just don't stand out unless they're downtown me and my son are both that way so I know. That's hard and it's a jungle
@karencorbett5950
2 жыл бұрын
I think some homeless people tell us what they think that we want to hear, example that they are looking for a job and that are looking to get into a program to help them get on their feet, but in reality they just want money for drugs and alcohol.
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
you are smart
@greggreg5217
2 жыл бұрын
I've tried to employed several homeless to do yard work and they have an excuse not to do " that kind of work" because of this or that. It's drugs- drugs- drugs and mostly the same reason no family members won't help them either.
@3amigos240
2 жыл бұрын
Not everyone panhandling does drugs. And not every drug addict panhandles.
@elishareilly7980
Жыл бұрын
@@3amigos240 fat and few between
@Jewel_Screaming_Chango8387
Жыл бұрын
@@3amigos2409/10 are on drugs
@richardmocerino1355
Жыл бұрын
With all the smart people out there we can’t figure out a solution?
@selahfrawley9365
Жыл бұрын
MAYBE SOMEONE SHOULD TELL RON DESANTIS !!
@greggreg5217
2 жыл бұрын
Not even close to the amount of homelessness in California.
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
2 жыл бұрын
4x worst than Florida and thats only by percentage by numbers its like 6x more!!! Imagine that!!
@omgthatsrita
2 жыл бұрын
I’m homeless in Pinellas with my kids and my fiancé - he’s a veteran. I work and all that. No one will help us.
@albinosh4dow
2 жыл бұрын
Have you tried to move to somewhere cheaper like Polk county? I know it can be hard at here, stay safe.
@melindajimenez2730
Жыл бұрын
Sir I live in key West they keep the homeless hidden behind the police station on stock island there is 121 people in the shelter called kotts I had to live there for a while it's a very bad place
@bigdeneen
Жыл бұрын
Where do you live now? Still in key west?
@grrriallen7192
Жыл бұрын
Are y’all so non-thinking that you can’t figure out the homeless move to warmer climates? I have lived in Florida for about 50 years and I don’t see what you are showing.
@antoniodozier5284
Жыл бұрын
Homeless like warm areas so they won't freeze to death
@squigglove
2 жыл бұрын
I'm in Philly. I know Kensington.
@eemupitts9962
2 жыл бұрын
the number 1 thing is to leave the drugs alone!!!!!!!!!!!
@johnholbrook6042
2 жыл бұрын
It gets cold in winter in Jacksonville
@ScorpioBornIn69
Жыл бұрын
It does seem odd at times that Jacksonville in months of Dec, Jan or Feb could be in the 30s while down here in west-central Florida it'll be in the 60s or 70s.
@reno5939
2 жыл бұрын
How do these Mayor's of major cities keep getting re elected over and over and over and over?
@guyfrom8659
Жыл бұрын
Corruption
@aprilm2664
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, lots of good info
@wolfman7393
Жыл бұрын
Seems like more and more people would rather have nothing just to walk around all day.
@1mikewalsh
Жыл бұрын
Not Clearwater Florida, the local constable keeps them moving on. Like to jail.
@annegaynor9627
Жыл бұрын
I wonder if Scientology's headquarters there and subsequent land purchase to build a bigger complex have anything to do with keeping problems out of sight? 🤔
@juventusventuno9213
Жыл бұрын
this is like a class presentation in the slow class
@shannondavis5728
Жыл бұрын
#Corporate,#WallStreet and their Greed is about to bring the entire country to it’s needs!!!
@annemaria5126
2 жыл бұрын
Very clear!
@NorseMan34436
Жыл бұрын
I live in Floral City Florida which is just north of Springhill. We have had an influx of homeless in our area and it’s just getting worse. It wouldn’t be so bad if they weren’t so trashy. And when I say trashy I don’t mean they are trashy I mean just look for around there campsites trash everywhere! The old saying goes the rich get richer and the poor get poorer and I feel that in every day life. There are two few rich people who do their part to help the poor. I’m not a Bible thumper by any means but it does say in the Bible wealth should flow like water from the top to the bottom.
@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS
Жыл бұрын
What’s crazy is Florida is becoming California goes to show the underlying problem isn’t exactly politics. Look st NPR.. we have problems now. The good book says clearly the signs of the times were in
@lisalafata8983
Жыл бұрын
Every state, 😢
@darrell8167
Жыл бұрын
It's funny that lady cop stands just like a man like she's got balls 🤣
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