Most homeless people have either a psychological problem, or their homelessness is sel-imposed as they refuse to deal with the reality (I guess you could call that a psychological problem, but not as serious). Somehow, I don’t believe whomever has the ability to serve in the military is likely to fit that description, and, let’s just say, I would be incredulous if 25% of all homeless people are actually veterans.
We all want the best for our fellow citizens. Nobody here is celebrating the despirate circumstances of others. There are innumerable causes for homelessness. Things we can or can’t control.
Yet homelessness brings crime. You can bet your bottom dollar that if you live in a city like mine (Atlanta)there are homeless people living under the local creek/river/interstate/railroad bridge. You can also bet your next dollar there is meth, dope, alcohol and some illicit soliciations available. It is certain if you wander there with good intentions alone, you might end up down the creek into oblivion.
How can we teach these people to Fish??