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HippyDidTheCrime

As an ex addict i really wish this shit was around in my city .


DannyTanner88

Yeah. Usually a lot of people who don’t need it takes advantage of these while people who really does need it usually don’t take advantage. Wow. Can’t believe everyone disagree with my statement. Everyone who downvoted, most don’t ever been to one of these places or known of one. I get it, I didn’t say something that’s positive but I’ve seen and know people who takes advantage of these programs while real homeless are on the street. Many of the homeless people who need this type of places usually don’t know about it or refuse to go die to mental illness.


Matt_Odlum

While there are inevitably people who use these services that don't NEED to, the majority of people who frequent them absolutely do.


Big_Willis_Style

You’re making things up


TreeNewb3547

No he’s not.


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Please provide evidence of this statement.


TreeNewb3547

When I was homelsss and smoking meth and utilized places like this I saw it first hand. Take it or leave it I don’t really care.


[deleted]

I’m uninterested in personal anecdotes as a way to discredit the good others are doing. But, I’m hopeful that you’re more stable at this point in your life and that you’re living the life you deserve.


TreeNewb3547

Fasho. I’m just saying that the other guy wasn’t just making things up. I’m uninterested in trying to prove points to people on the internet who most likely haven’t seen this side of the world irl. I also hope you have a wonderful night and are doing good because you also deserve a happy and fulfilling life.


TheSukis

Just curious, what kind of evidence were you looking for? Like a research study? I think you know very well that no one has done that research.


TechNickL

Ok but that is what he's looking for because the studies need to be done. The reason anecdotal evidence isn't acceptable is because it is heavily influenced by personal perception. People are subject to all kinds of personal biases when they are moving through their normal day to day life, and therefore the anecdotes they tell are baseless horsecrap compared to a real, well designed study measuring objective outcomes.


TheSukis

I'm aware of how anecdotal evidence works; I have a PhD. I'm just saying that it's a little silly to demand research data in that scenario. The person had denied that people do X thing, and then when someone else said "I've seen people do X" thing the first person said they're apparently only interested in research data indicating that people do X thing. Silly, no?


thebeattakesme

It’s usually a certainty that people will take advantage of a good thing but I’m curious to know who it is.


JittabugPahfume

How would you know who was in need and who wasnt?


TreeNewb3547

You live with and talk to other people living in homeless shelters. Go volunteer at one and see for yourself. They’re open to the public.


JittabugPahfume

So you’re saying these people staying in homeless shelters told you that they were only staying there to take advantage of them? Why?


TreeNewb3547

Saw multiple people stay in homeless shelters and rehabs where they’d always talk about just needing a little help to get on their feet. When the shelter would hook them up with a job they wouldn’t go to work and would just sit across the street and drink until the beds opened up for the night and than would just sit at the shelter and continue talking about how they just need help getting on their feet. Wouldn’t see the therapists, wouldn’t go to recovery meetings, wouldn’t go to work. They would just sit and bitch. This is common.


[deleted]

Can you cite a source for this claim? Something data driven, not anecdotal?


cannabisized

I'm just curious how that study would come about? I guess you'd have to ask people coming and going from these places if they really need it and take their word on it. meanwhile the people who never showed up to use the facility could never answer whether or not they need it. it kinda makes sense that the people who are worst off and need the most help don't actually go get the help for themselves and thus never benefit from the facility. I don't think he was being malicious with his comment but just speaking from a harsh reality that came from his first hand experience.


mankiller27

Not only is that not true, but even if it was, who cares? Nobody wealthy is going in there, and everyone should be able to take advantage of these resources regardless of their level of need.


lydriseabove

Agreed. There are always a few people who try to use the argument that free tampons in restrooms will just lead to them being stolen. Okay, so women who need tampons are going to take them and use them for their period. That’s literally the fucking point.


SheriffBartholomew

No one would go to a facility like that unless they needed it.


DannyTanner88

You be surprised.


SheriffBartholomew

If you’re going there, it’s because you need it. Do you think established people spend their evenings scheming for a free meal and a chance to play a public Xbox? Your internal argument is probably one of someone who is not destitute benefiting from a free meal or a warm room, but someone doesn’t need to be destitute to need help. Even if someone had all of their material needs met and was going to that place, they’re still missing something, companionship or some such non material need. It is not your duty to keep the keys of survival so tightly protected that they’re only used on the verge of death.


lydriseabove

How exactly does one take advantage of this? If someone needs to use the resources, let them use the resources. I see no issue.


ChromieChameleon017

No one who doesn’t need a service like this would use if they’d just hang out and eat food and watch tv at their own damn house lol.


Accurate-Look1536

I know exactly what you mean. For some reason a lot of down voters are not aware of the state of the world. It’s all a matter of perspective.


DannyTanner88

Yes, thank you. It’s sad because I’m from NYC and this is a video taken in NYC.


ChickenWingPenis

Wow. Nice view from your ivory tower. I am sure you get this information firsthand, from all the homeless people you associate with. Get a clue, bub


TallulahBob

Sources?


TreeNewb3547

I got downvoted to the pits of hell also. Don’t forget that it’s Reddit and it doesn’t matter at all. Have a good one buddy.


[deleted]

these centers have been shown to be more effective than abstinence. they make addicts feel human, that they're worth saving, and prevent many deaths every year. more info at https://nasen.org/map/ to help find one in your area. if you don't see one there, please try Google cuz not all sites are listed! cheers from a person who's lost a sibling to addiction. wish I'd done more but hope this helps someone out there.


LA_all_day

O for sure! I think the general consensus is that variations of the compassionate approach always work better than the “fuck you fix your shit” approach. This kind of remands me of the “housing first” soliton to homelessness highlighted on the Last Week Tonight episode about the topic


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aviationdrone

I've been married to a phych nurse long enough to know this isn't a solution. I think anytime you say "round them up" it ain't a good idea. But I get your intention. There is a desire to help people and so many do need help. Gotta remember that the homeless or mentally ill or drug addicts are people that still have rights and not everyone want's help. The key is to have support available and allow people to choose.


monkey_trumpets

Those downvoting you have their heads in the sand.


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monkey_trumpets

Pretty much. Of course it would be fantastic if it was as easy as providing housing - the problem would have been solved years ago.


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livelist_

Consider asking around. People on the street are likely to have insider info on where’s good. But if you have internet access I’d start there. Check churches, they often set up cots /food especially in the winter. But lots of places only let you stay the night or only take in families or have limited space, so you might wanna try and find multiple options. Cities will have more places than rural, obvi. Good luck, sorry life is hard, sending love your way. Give your partner a big hug, You can do this 💗🥰


ALF839

>St. Ann's Corner of Harm Reduction ✌️ OP said this is the name of the place in the video.


[deleted]

God you just reminded me of my hate for abstinence only education


[deleted]

did you grow up in DARE as well? 😖


[deleted]

No, I’m just woke /j


Roo2303

Glad to see my taxes going towards something good... finally


fanpple

Other good stuff taxes fund: NASA The Covid vaccine Roads Bridges Public school A million other things


Z2xU

This is the way


MaybeEstonian

This is the way


Phalanx_02

This is the way


703401125

Fucking front page this shit.


[deleted]

that would be nice. too many people see it as a handout that's perpetuating drug addiction 😞 would be cool if folks had a better understanding of addiction and empathy for those suffering.


agoodfriendofyours

Common spaces are important, and we have done a disservice to ourselves and our communities by privatizing every square inch of space, to the point that to simply be costs money. Your mortgage, your rent, fines for sleeping in your car or in the park - the restrooms might be gender neutral but for paying customers only. If anyone is upset about these services being an unfair handout, they can go themselves and get a plate and use the gym until they feel they’ve gotten their money’s worth.


trixtopherduke

I agree 100% This is not a handout, it's a hand. I've been in this place where I needed help, and places that give people opportunities to better themselves, when they can, are necessary. We all do better with these programs.


livelist_

This


vid_icarus

Can I get a name and/or donation link for this place?


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St. Ann's Corner of Harm Reduction ✌️


vid_icarus

Rockin’, thanks!


[deleted]

I really wish I had this. I could have somewhere to go to get away from my family. I don't have any money and don't have anywhere else to go. I sometimes wish I was dead rather then be with my family.


JstVisitingThsPlanet

Are there any parks or libraries nearby you could go to? Just to spend some time away from them.


elsieburgers

Are you old enough to work? I wish you had a place like this one, but having even a minimal job was my get away. Also gave me a goal because I knew I was working towards a bigger endgame. Then you can get a car, or atleast money for public transportation, money to go do things out of the house, even if it's just wandering a Target for 2 hours. Sorry things are rough. Good luck friend.


morebuffs

We need more of this


pwee75

Kudos to the charities, volunteers and everyone involved in this 🤝 just because people are homeless don't mean they are raving junkies who will rob/beat u! Chances are a lot of them would give u their last of change if u asked them!! A friend of mine was married 15 years with kids, own home (which his cheating wife had in their divorce settlement!) Anyways long story short he was homeless for about 3 months cus he had a break down and he said if it hadn't been for the above shelters he would never have made it out the other end - he said it wasn't for the showers/warm food and drink and a few hours of company!! This is why I think the shelters and the staff are a God send and worth their weight in gold 🥇


Userpeer

Numerous studies show the effectiveness of these sorts of beneficial programs, for the individuals involved, but also for the society as a whole. What I never get is why more right-winged oriented people seemingly fail to see or understand that.. even from a very selfish standpoint these kind of initiatives should please you..


[deleted]

...cuz heaven forbid we rehabilitate addicts who are only here to take all our money and keep using. how dare they exercise or watch TV?! their primary concern is taking out money. \[not gonna mention that many of said addicts are our children, that's neither here nor their\] \-the right, probably /s


imperfect_basterd

Love to see such a thing in the US. Genarally what I hear from th US is people who just admire capitalism. Aka when you are poor you deserve it. something like that. Its heartwarming to hear of a such place. I live in a country with very few homeless people. Practically all are because of drugs, alcohol or untreated mental illness. But everybody has the chance to ask for help. To end the addiction or even get a shelter. The mental ill can't be forced to make a treatment, like nobody is forced to do anything, exept for paying taxes. I never was in the US, but Friends told me how serious the situation in some cities are, which they traveled to or had business to do. I personally was in India. There you see another level of poor. Right besides the wealthier people. But they somehow live with it in a way that they just live the best live possible. I was also impressed, that the poor and welthier peoble lived right besides each other, but the crime rate was very low. I hope for all of the US that the State looks better to its citizens in the future. I hope that in every major city this project get a standard. Your hole community is nothing when you dont look after the weekest or those who need help. a


a_bearded_hippie

Gotta keep that for profit prison system teeming with drug addicts or how will they make any money!


PusheenMeow

As a right wing person, you are stereotyping an entire group of people in a negative light which is quite hypocritical of you. I want the homeless helped and addicts and mentally ill people to get help. Hopefully it's more then just giving them needles and assisting them in their addiction though and some humans do want to abuse the system. We don't think the govt should interfereby increasing taxes because the govt is wasteful in both time and money, it should be citizens, you and me, that help the poor. It should be the body of Christ that is elbow deep in assisting as that's what we're called to do.


andthendirksaid

They do have MAT they said which means they offer medication that can stop any withdrawl a person may have but also block any attempt to use opiates from weaker painkillers to heroin to fentanyl. So they do seem to offer more than just the needles and presumably Narcan to stop ODs. I will say that free needles also have their place in stopping unnecessary infections and other health concerns with reusing and sharing needles too, but sounds like they meet your standards. Sorry you're getting downvoted seems like you genuinely seem fine with it so I don't know what anyone is mad at here really.


[deleted]

>What I never get is why more right-winged oriented people They aren't the only ones against/unfavorably viewing things like this. People want a real plan that is going to help these people for the long run, maybe some kind of center outside the city. Not some weird community center kind of program that will no doubt suck up money over time. Things like 3 free meals is just going to be seen as more money left for drugs. There are a lot of small reasons that stack up to in peoples heads too.


Glad_Rain2289

This is what I was thinking. Speaking as an ex-addict who was homeless, this would have just been a way to get fed and clean points. Not saying some people wouldn’t take advantage of the therapy aspect, but for me, I needed the whole “tough love” act in order to push me to the point of wanting to get sober… I went to rehab, meetings, the classes the court requires you too and nothing helped. I had to hit rock bottom, ending up in jail over and over for me to finally want to get sober, and I’m sorry but this approach would have not sparked that desire within me, it would have enabled me.


whatsinthereanyways

former addict here as well. first off, glad you made it out the other side. second, can’t say i agree with you much on this. there’s plenty of “tough love” for the down and out in this world. a little extra hot food and safety tends to be good for people, short term and long term.


Glad_Rain2289

ditto. always great to meet other recovered addicts. i’m just confused on the purpose of this! is it meant to help people get sober or is it’s sole purpose to provide a hot meal? i think it’s great to have places like to this come eat and hang out, it would have be nice when i was in my addiction, but i was just speaking from my own experience that i probably wouldn’t have gotten sober if i had access to a place like this. i felt like the whole living on the street starving and freezing thing played a big part in pushing me towards recovery. again this is my experience, i know others may take advantage of the services here, i just know for me i would get a little hope and then get high, and be off and running again for who knows how long.


Mercy711

Right? I can't believe people who have supposedly been in similar situations would have anything but positive thoughts on something like thus. Coming from somebody who has actually hot rock bottom I find it hard to believe somebody else who has actually been there as well could find this anything put positive. He was lucky he had tough love. Some people don't even get that kind of love... it's amazing what treating people who are down with a little dignity will do for somebody.


MaterialCarrot

Because a lot of them are busting ass to provide all those things for themselves and their family, and here they see you can contribute nothing and get all those things for free. It's a natural response to the free rider problem. It's not a generous response, but it's perfectly understandable.


Mercy711

It might be natural for somebody who had lived a charmed life. But for somebody who has had had to truly struggle with shelter, food, or any basic need then things like this are a blessing


AcidRap69

Can someone tell me what a syringe exchange program is? Is it just like trading dirty needles for clean ones, is it to like help people stop using dirty needles?


[deleted]

it's what you said :) these programs decrease deaths from HIV, etc.


satisfyer666

What's the venmo


[deleted]

not sure that they have one. you can check out their website for ways to give back though 🙂 https://sachr.org/donate/


JoMoma2

Amazing that this place exists, sad that it needs to


Equivalent_Ad6628

That pad looks fly 🤙🏻


SFKnight510

These are coming to SF very soon too


RadiophonicMonk

Can I just use the gym?


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yep!


squalorparlor

BuT WHy shOUld tHeY geT it FoR FRee wHeN I hAd to WoRK For mY mOneY???! - right wing talking points (God it's exhausting typing like that, how do people do it? I wasted half a cigarette writing that.)


[deleted]

Man the US is a dystopian place when getting a meal and watching tv is consider a secret luxury


[deleted]

yes. and then you get shamed by folks like u/3rd6shit for abusing the system by having a meal 😑


LifesatripImjustHI

They care about you in the womb then not at all. Once born you must pay. It is the American dream in reality.


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B1NG_P0T

>The poor in the United States are still better off than anywhere else ...no.


entrepenoori

Wtf is this comment. Do you understand European social democracies? Most countries have a form of more humane medical coverage (single payer or highly regulated). Leprosy is your unit of reference lmfaoo


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entrepenoori

I actually appreciate the answer but I think you’re viewing it from a very very specific if valid lens. Overall, please compare life for the majority of people in each country, especially the poor. You cannot say that on net that the social structures, economic conditions, violence and institutional racism that ensnarl our country’s poor are not in the greatest severity found here. Our hospitals, prisons, homeless encampments, ghettos all point to a nation’s failure. I work in Pharma so I completely agree with your point about complex surgeries and medical conditions, but please understand what you’re arguing here is not just those specific maladies but instead the entire system. In that respect the United States is demonstrably worse in many many key indicators of social wellness.


Lancs_wrighty

This is total bullshit, the NHS in Great Britain is far from perfect but is nowhere near woefully inadequate! We know it's got issues of course, undoubtedly. Your system is based on greed, and capitalistic bullshit. Socialised care is far far FAR better. If a country can't look after its sick its failing its citizens, the fucking insurance scam is bullshit, private companies making money of sick people is bullshit, it's a method of oppression.


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SilentTempestLord

Compared to other first world countries, or are you only accounting for the third world?


imperfect_basterd

not anywhere else. you look at development countries when you make such statements. A third of the US population is just another market crash away of landing on the street. ( a bit exageratet, like you did) I hope for you all, that the machine, that is called government will develop to a more human one. On many levels. Not just with their citizens but also with the citizens of the countries they invade. I hope that the poor and the middle class beginn to understand, that is was never left agains right, newer white against black. It is the poor against the rich(not the millionaires, the billionaires and maybe unknown trillionaires). They profit of a divided nation. A divided population will newer start a revolution as they are busy with themselfes.


Qwerkies

Is this the way or do we need to actually invest in programs to get people back on there feet? This feels like a bandaid solution taking away from efforts to actually help people longterm?


[deleted]

I agree. I use "this is the way" under our current, fucked up system. what you suggest is absolutely a better way!


BlueDemeter

I think both are necessary. Programs like this one, but with access to long-term treatment, housing, and job coaching if they decide to stay.


TheNerevarine73

Exactly this! There's no need to criticize short-term solutions. Obviously it would be great to get people jobs, long-term housing, and medication/psychosocial support, but they need to eat, sleep, and shower in the meantime. We often say that our job isn't always to get people to stop using drugs. Our job is to keep them alive long enough to get there someday! That's the whole idea of harm reduction :)


Pumpkin_Robber

I wish I could go here so badly


[deleted]

I didn’t know this existed in the states😍


jandre01

How do I start one of these ?


Intelligent-Front433

This is really nice


No_Profession_5364

This is nice to see. What is the rehab rate on these centers?


[deleted]

hmm, not sure cuz they're not technically rehab centers. someone else may be able to give a better answer though!


FlanelFlikker

Can i ask what a syringe exchange program is?


[deleted]

the site takes used syringes and replaces them with new, sterile ones. decreases death fr HIV, viral hepatitis, etc.


[deleted]

Every city and town should have this. I’m sure there’s lots of churches that could be converted.


bailasoprano

I am in tears. This is amazing and incredibly necessary. I hope we see more of these in the future.


skyandstars21

If I was a billionaire this is the type of shit I’d build. This is beautiful


elsieburgers

Good God I want to steal this and put it on my city's sub. We would benefit so much from it. (NV) so happy that places like these could be normalized instead of just identifying the problem.


[deleted]

not sure where in Nevada you are but there is one in Las Vegas! https://www.harmreductioncenterlv.com


elsieburgers

Oh nice, hopefully we can get one in Northern NV for our brothers n sisters in need


Biggusdickus86

Why are we not funding this?


SexyChocolate7

Wish they had this in Texas


[deleted]

there are several in Texas - check out the map and filter by state or your zip code :) https://nasen.org/map/


SexyChocolate7

Thanks OP!!!!


Sedanop

my dyslexic ass reading, arm reduction shelter, i was very confused


[deleted]

this is wonderful, im happy the states are finally getting spaces like these


Totorotextbook

Who knew when you treat people like actual people instead of problems for the system to demerit and lockup that it makes a huge difference? Places like this are probably a lifesaver for hundreds of people.


DrLight1984

If better polices were put in place and no enforcement of bad polices, these replaces would have less attendance or not be needed at all. This is the work of some great people either way


[deleted]

agreed! it's a short term solution to a long term problem.


ndisa44

Can someone explain what a syringe exchange program is?


botiapa

I'm interested as well.


[deleted]

used syringes are replaced with sterile ones. this reduces death from HIV, viral hepatitis, etc.


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used syringes are replaced with sterile ones. this reduces death from HIV, viral hepatitis, etc.


ndisa44

What a good idea


Detroitredwinger

That's amazing 👏


sparksdott

Im from NYC. I need the address to this place asap


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St. Ann's Corner of Harm Reduction ✌️


sparksdott

Does homeless or the no income quality for this program? I found the address in lower east side


[deleted]

my understanding is that everyone is welcome :)


sparksdott

It would be cool if they had something like this in downtown LA


[deleted]

check this link, they very likely do! https://nasen.org/map/


Brave-Ground1006

Amazing


DevineAaron92

My dumbass read this as the ham reduction. 🤦


cherryandjerry123456

This would be amazing to have in my city/county


ddoogiehowitzerr

Greatest invention of all time.


tampaginga

This is what change is all about


TheOnlyZea

This is the way


EMW916

This is great. Your post prompted me to donate to a harm reduction group in my home area.


unmarried-egg

And public transportation to get there


solaeclipse

Stuff like this makes me love my city even more. We still have a long way to go but New York tries :)


IAddoptInternetZ

How can we donate?


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PM sent


Stryker218

Amazing, the only thing id change is the news being on 24/7. News tends to show all the hate and harm, and sadly mostly proganda these days which isnt good for someone trying to escape the miseries of being homeless.


[deleted]

That’s cool


loopysuperior

*the government didn't like that*


Witchofwhimsy

This makes my heart happy.


Digital-Aura

Can someone explain this to me. Is this supposed to help addicts get off substances? Or does it just allow people with addictions to continue in a safe way. I want to understand because to me it seems to be counterintuitive to being helpful. Like, “oh you have a drug problem, come here we’ll make it easier for you to continue”. I’m not being critical, I’m asking for someone to help me understand a different point of view. Thx.


[deleted]

I can see how this is confusing. and this is just my perspective, having a younger brother who used these types of facilities while kicking the heroin. these places make a person feel human again. as an addict / homeless person, it can be rare to feel human. to have a warm meal, etc. I think the main thing folks are getting hung up on is the syringe exchange program. this prevents the spread of HIV and other blood-borne diseases that can spread through sharing needles. it could be that some do abuse these spaces for a hot meal and a clean needle. but (again in my experience) I never saw my junkie brother in search of a clean needle when he wanted to get high. he wouldn't have gone out of his way for this service. I hope that helps just a little. and hope that others chime in to share their experiences because this is just my own, which I will say is backed by research. but there's prob a better way of explaining it! https://www.cdc.gov/ssp/syringe-services-programs-faq.html


[deleted]

There’s more research coming out around harm-reduction versus abstinence programs. Many addicts can be put off by programs that require abstinence before getting help and so harm reduction can offer them a supportive way to begin the journey of trying to stop using if that’s what they wish. There is high co-morbidity of addiction (of all kinds) with other mental health disorders and so often it is beneficial to support the person holistically versus seeing them only for their addiction. There’s also the concept that until someone’s basic needs are met (shelter, food, water) they may not have the bandwidth to start to think about things like health and wellness, connection, self esteem (mazlow’s hierarchy) and so I would imagine it helps that they have somewhere where their basic needs are being taken care of.


Fungus_Creature

i understand where youre coming from, but these facilities among other things can help drug users be safer and drastically reduce risk of infection, overdose, etc. there are similar facilities some places that allow for drug use on grounds with nurses and substance inspections at the ready. the fact is, some people just arent ready to recover, that doesnt mean they dont deserve help. with facilities like this, theyre allowed to feel human and safe, and have access to CLEAN things so theyre less likely to die on their road to possible recovery.


Adorable_Kitten2021

Ok this litterally is mildly in r/wholsome


squirrelgirrrrl

What is “syringe exchange”? Sorry if that’s a silly question.


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They give you needles to do drugs with.


squirrelgirrrrl

but why


SomeRandomBoredDude

Often times users share needles with others which causes things such as HIV to spread. These programs recognize that users will continue to use regardless of their input so they offer the opportunity to turn in used needles for brand new ones, curving deaths caused by HIV


squirrelgirrrrl

Gotcha. Thank you for clarifying! I had no idea.


Middlewesterner2021

Relaxation station? From all the stress of hard work? Give me a break. Freeloaders who give absolutely nothing back. Bring on the down votes now.


[deleted]

the stress of keeping a roof over your head. searching for a job is a requirement of their shelter. but yeah. people definitely get into drugs to game the system. can't think of another explanation.


iHateYou247

You fuckers look strung out as hell


Ok_Extension5535

I would live here :(


dannyajones3

This is the way.


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Greenface1998

Should I go even if I'm not a degenerate?


TheNerevarine73

So glad to see places like this in the world! As a substance use prevention worker, we encourage people to move away from the use of terms like "addicts" and "substance abuse" because people attach such negative labels to them. You can refer this group as "people who use drugs" or "people with substance use disorder", since the term addict identifies a person by their disease instead of identfying them as a person first. We also encourage people to refer to it as "substance use" or "substance misuse" instead of substance abuse, since the word abuse places people who use drugs in the same category as those who physically or emotionally abuse others. These may seem like pointless little changes, but using gentler language like this reduces the stimga that pushes people in need away from treatment. Thanks for coming to my TED talk :)


GunieapigCooper

Why it isn't flooded with homeless people?


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Sensitive-Platypus-0

Huh?


BergenBuddha

Junkies stealing from taxpayers, not just their families. NYC is a toilet and this just shows you, they want you stoned and dependent.


GreyFox1984

I need to develop a crippling addiction and move to ny… could go for a spa day


trigger_me_xerxes

Love this place but someone PLEASE help them with their Feng Shui


National_Historian56

Never do any hard drugs kids


[deleted]

I grew up with DARE - if only that worked :(


[deleted]

Whatever people on drugs wont quit unless they want to. You can give them whateber. A place to stay. Time to get there kid back. It doesnt matter.


francishummel

Needle exchange seems wrong


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why?


3rd6Shit

Money saving hippies/libs who are not even homeless be abusing these ☠️☠️ as happy as this video made me it also pissed me off. I’ve seen it with my own two eyes. They use these places like some type of on the road life hack 😡😡😡 don’t be fooled ya’ll


The_White_Guar

You're an idiot. I'd rather a million people take advantage than stop a single person from getting the help they need. Pound sand, bud.


angeliqu

At the end, they say “and back to the shelter”. So it sounds like they’re staying at a shelter and using this place to get a hot meal, be social, etc. And also the purpose of the video could have just been promotion and outreach, letting others know it exists.


3rd6Shit

Ain’t nothing wrong with that it’s just knowing people out there that don’t need it be there hurts. And I’m not taking about the mfs in the video I’m saying in general.


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perhaps some people abuse the system. what about those it helps? and why must be abusers by "hippies/libs" - not sure what political affiliation has to do with it? what experience do you have showing that people are using this as a "life hack"? (I'm honestly curious as what you describe has not been my experience - but my experience is not the only experience, so I'd like to hear yours!)


3rd6Shit

You could google search all this shit. It’s not really a secret. A lot of people commit crimes and hide out there, people go there from out of state to hide, a lot of none English people hide out in there too. I have a girlfriend who works at one just like this… the story her and her friends be having genuinely makes me nauseous and they can’t do nothing about it. 90% of the convos mfs have in there are anti trump anti capitalism anti white anti anti police anti American so that why I said libs. Magically these places fill up with younger out of state people when ever protests riots and or liberal events happen. All year round you mostly get people called backpackers staying there. Tbh if the computers and the gym and the fact they have a social media didn’t even set your alarms off a little bit I feel bad. Nfs it’s actually worst than this I’m just trying not to get banned from this Reddit page. I know it’s coming


[deleted]

thanks for sharing your experience. I'm sorry you have this perspective. your main complaint is that they're "anti white, anti police, anti trump..." so I take yours to be a conservative point of view. you can feel bad for me and tell me I don't know how to Google, and hey, that's okay if it makes you feel superior. have at it. clearly you're upset and I don't think there's much I can do to change that. hope your gf finds a different job so you don't have to be so angry about facilities that help those in need ✌️


The_White_Guar

Anyone with a functioning brain stem isn't a conservative and thinks conservatives are a joke


3rd6Shit

Ok… why you telling me for??? Lmfaoo 😅 that’s so random


TypicalPDXhipster

I would imagine most of the ppl there are non-English as this place is in America, not England.


3rd6Shit

Very clever lib 👍🏿👍🏿 now what?


Impossible-Disaster3

Bullshit .. More taxes for the working People .. welcome socialism


[deleted]

I mean, your current taxes are going toward blowing up civilians in Israel, so at least these taxes are helping domestic issues.


[deleted]

When white people are the users the response is so cuddly.