Cable Forum - View Single Post - Homeless man freezes to death in Birmingham

pip08456 · 05-12-2016, 21:47

Speaking as a person who was homeless for 2 years (admittedly 20 yrs ago) the first thing I would say is do not under any circumstances give money to a "beggar". Most are professionals who make a good living out of preying on your conscience. Believe me, I know beggars that make £300 per day!

If you want to help contribute to one of the many drop-in centres where they can get helped.

I'm thankful for the help I got from a drop-in centre all those years ago, they not only helped me find accommodation but assisted me to have a different outlook on life.

05-12-2016, 21:47	#11
pip08456 Sad Doig Fan! Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Barry South Wales Age: 68 Services: With VM for BB 250Mb service.(Deal) Posts: 11,657	Re: Homeless man freezes to death in Birmingham Speaking as a person who was homeless for 2 years (admittedly 20 yrs ago) the first thing I would say is do not under any circumstances give money to a "beggar". Most are professionals who make a good living out of preying on your conscience. Believe me, I know beggars that make £300 per day! If you want to help contribute to one of the many drop-in centres where they can get helped. I'm thankful for the help I got from a drop-in centre all those years ago, they not only helped me find accommodation but assisted me to have a different outlook on life.