I’m living in a tent and unemployed with no friends or family , what can I do to fix my life ?
Posted by Desperate-Battle-988@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 276 comments
Seriously want a job but not a single response after almost 700 applications, handed in cvs in person, follow up emails….got my cv professionally checked and is fine, no gaps etc.
Been living in a tent for 2 weeks and already encountered some horrific treatment seemingly just for people’s amusement at my crappy situation.
Trying to get my teeth fixed also and it’s just impossible with the prices lately and no job.
What would you all suggest I do in my situation? Thanks
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lemonfluff@reddit
Can you sign up for a temp agency, just do some admin work, and that could always open up permanent work?
Also sign up to extra agencies as a background artist. You need some pics. Do them an the profile properly andnotnmau take a while bit once you're on, you're in. Try Universal extras, casting collective, key casting, extra people, if you're near Bristol or Wales try Phoenix casting.
Obviously get benefits and UC.
Can you volunteer until you can find a job? It'll ASD to your CV, especially if on a field you're interested in and it may open up other people opportunities.
Food banks and churches often have free food. Too good to go can be good for cheap food.
Op this is HARD. This is probably one of the hardest things FS a personcam go through. Well done, you're doing amazingly.
Pale-Tutor-3200@reddit
Ring Shelter. Emmaus are a modern day workhouse
BadPunCentral@reddit
Also contact your local council to see if they can assist.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Unsure what Emmaus is but I’ll look into this!
I-eat-jam@reddit
The one near me you basically have to sign your benefits over to them and (volunteer) work in their businesses.
In return they feed you, house you and give you a little pocket change every week.
It's a lights out by ten, no guests, no drink, no drugs sort of thing and very based around the Christian faith.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
I live a straight edge lifestyle so I suppose that would be ideal , unsure about the religious aspect though ahha
pervertsage@reddit
Signing your benefits over to them sounds dodgy as fuck. Be careful, OP.
SanFranRePlant@reddit
what if you don't qualify for any benefits? Am I missing something? This person has no job...so no snap (if you have NO children and don't work at least 20 hours a week-or are in some sort of drug/alcohol facility)... state medical? isn't there new tRump rules regarding that in most states? also, those are tied to individuals with HEALTH problems there is no CASH value in getting medicaid???
The whole thing sounds so culty & scammy. IDK, if I was the OP I'd be careful with that organization. Maybe try the salvation army or goodwill.
glamdring_@reddit
This is a UK subreddit, none of that info is relevant here
SanFranRePlant@reddit
Just realized that. sorry.
senokinsta@reddit
I've worked with homeless people here in the UK. Emmaus is very well known at least in the North. They provide training via working in their charity shops. It's good for their confidence and gives them skills for when they graduate. It's also a secular organisation.
SanFranRePlant@reddit
After some researching homelessness in UK vs USA I don't think there's much hope in either country really...and it seems a lot of countries (well, the industrialized ones anyway) are getting worse.
Also, I hate what the USA has become and my fear is this lack of 'unhoused' (the American "nice" way of saying homeless people) will only grow exponentially within the next two years (+ 2 months) under the current regime.
lesterbottomley@reddit
Started to downvote for the USAdefaultism but you swung me to an upvote with your edit. Definitely a better edit than the "well it's an American app" responses we usually get
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Yeah a few people have now mentioned it’s a bit risky and cult like too
mythtixx@reddit
Yea don't sign your benefits over to them that's mental. There is other organisations out there that can probably help point you in the right direction and offer the same or similar advice. I think even them agency's that you can sign up to and they send you to cover in wearhouses would work better.. also this time of year you might be able to get a spot on a camp/caravan site yo set tour tent up and do some work for them? Cleaning/maintenance/shop/reception whatever they want in exchange for a pitch and use of the facilities to wash and get fresh water etc. Building sites as well probably want extra hands. I'd personally try and find a camp site for now but I'd expect that to run dry after summer and need to move on
MarieCry@reddit
If you sign things over then decide you want to leave too I can't imagine they'd hand any back. 😢
People can be unbelievably cruel when for most of us it in this economy it would only take a few months of bad luck to be in the exact same situation. Wishing you luck, trying to get a job is unbelievable right now, keep waiting for it to get better but it seems it's the new normal. You just need one person that will take a chance on you but it's damn hard to find one of those now too.
No advice that hasn't already been suggested, but I really hope things get better for you soon OP.
senokinsta@reddit
That's not how it works. Please look up what they actually do, instead of spreading misinformation that stops people accessing help.
lil_tram@reddit
There's an Emmaus near us and by all accounts they have helped some people to radically change their lives
MesoamericanMorrigan@reddit
I’d say definitely keep your wits about you and stand up for yourself if needed but I understand why they operate like that. When I was in hostels they took housing benefit directly but most of the people in there getting UC and/or PIP spent ALL of it on drugs
However I’ve been in many work for keep situations in the past before being housed and it’s really awkward feeling that beholden to someone, having to stick to strict rules etc but definitely helps if you’re already straight edge and won’t be expecting visitors
I really hope your situation gets better soon
In the meantime download the Prolific App to make a bit of change… I relied on it to pay for laundry and electricity in a hostel (because yes they charge homeless people) when I wasn’t receiving any benefits yet
TowJamnEarl@reddit
Sounds like a rehab more than a support service but with religious strings attached.
Having said that I've also never heard of them and maybe it's not as extreme as it sounds.
senokinsta@reddit
They're secular
buildjimy@reddit
Its to help those who can't control their spending, addicts etc. The net gain is positive for the homeless person, I worked for emmaus, they are good people.
senokinsta@reddit
It's secular (non religious). They will expect rent money contribution which is what the benefits are there to do. They deal with a lot of drug addiction
External-Praline-451@reddit
It sounds extremely weird and dodgy, not sure that's even legal for them to take your benefits and make you work for free.
Scatterheart61@reddit
They don't take your benefits, but you're not allowed to claim benefits if you live there. They provide housing, meals, and allowance for toiletries, clothes etc, and £50 a week. In return you volunteer for them pretty much full time but also have access to training, actual job opportunities, references and experience for CV etc. It can be cult-like, living and working in a community with the same group of people. However, being there is totally optional, it might not be for everyone- but it certainly has helped a lot of people out of homelessness
Fluffy_Ad2274@reddit
They also house you, feed you, train you in new employment skills and leave you with some spending money. It's not for everyone, obviously, but it's not quite as you present it here. Other sheltered living schemes also expect you to pay for your accommodation (whilst also paying for your own food).
Grey_Bomberman@reddit
It's non religious in the UK buddy, I have worked for them and adored all of the guys that I had the pleasure of meeting. Granted, it isn't for everyone, but it definitely beats the ass off a tent
I-eat-jam@reddit
Might be perfect then but I'd consider the exit strategy. How do people ever get out without an independent income?
If you get hungry check out when your local Sikh community do Langar and go grab a vegetarian fest for free.
YouWascallyWabbit@reddit
Just to add, if OP can locate a gurdwara, there will be langhar there every day, it's a free meal for anyone, it's not a soup kitchen you eat along with the congregation. If OP is pretty straight laced then they are not likely to take booze or fags with them into the gurdwara which are strictly not allowed. I would encourage OP to go and obtain a filling, healthy meal with no obligations.
hoistec@reddit
It is very much a secular organisation nowadays. If you're in a hole and can cope with their rules, it can work wonders.
Gornal-Annie6133@reddit
I’m sure that could be construed as modern day slavery!
pajamakitten@reddit
It sounds like a cult at least. Them taking your benefits makes it very hard to leave.
Jumpy-Jello-@reddit
With the way things are going I think we can expect workhouses to come back around.
mittenshape@reddit
Right? My mum stated in a convent when she was homeless decades ago (not as a nun). She had run from her family.
She said the worst thing was that you were unable to save any money to get out. She just left one day back into homelessness.
There's no freedom or independence when you don't have your own money. Feels so dodgy that they take control of your benefits.
g0_west@reddit
Sounds very magdalene laundries
qbnaith@reddit
Yep sounds hella culty
Shrimp_Watch101@reddit
I knew someone who went through Emmaus.
Basically he had to work for his keep and wasn't allowed to claim benefits. (Other than housing benefit, which goes directly to the charity.)
IIRC, he was working in their furniture workshop and their local charity shop. I think he had to do cleaning shifts as well.
He ended up there because the council were doing bugger all, and he could self-refer to Emmaus.
He did finally move on into social housing, but we're talking years, not months.
There might also be some local homeless charities you can self refer to - I was with one myself - but it's very much a postcode lottery.
(As you haven't said where you're based, I can't be more specific than that.)
Jumpy-Jello-@reddit
HB would go directly to a landlord, so no difference there.
Full_Praline2362@reddit
A relative of mine worked and says they're ok. I don't think they take all your benefits or anything like that although I'm unsure of the application process . Worth making contact though .
neuroflix@reddit
Yeah don't go there, they will exploit you
insomnimax_99@reddit
Think they mean
https://emmaus.org.uk/
sich_freuen_auf@reddit
I think they mean Emmanuel House
Liber8r69@reddit
My advice would be to join Woof. Willing workers on organic farms. You get accommodation and food free for return for some work on the farm and can travel all over the country and the world doing it. Its a positive affirmation to put an end to your current situation. You could do this for years, meeting folk and settling. If your in an area you like (or country) use it as a base to try and find permanent work or just carry on Woofing 🙏 good luck tho and keep going, something will give at some stage.
crazychick82@reddit
Go to the jobcentre, claim universal credit and you can use them as a temporary address, they will help you do it all, then once you are claiming you can apply to housing associations (most don't need a family connection), a lot do bedsits and 1 bed flats/houses, the rents cheap so it usually covers most of it, in the meantime just look for part time KP work, jobcentre can also help with this as there's a lot of employers who advertise directly with jobcentre and not online, good luck brother 🙏
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Really? I’ve asked outright if they have anywhere and they always just tell me apply on the gov website
mamoncloud@reddit
This is normally it but citizens advice might be able to help you do it all in person. They can help you with the form etc
crazychick82@reddit
My friend went into his local jobcentre and they helped him apply and then sat with him and helped him apply for jobs because he didn't know how to do anything on the internet, he's all sorted now, they have staff that are there for these things, just go in again and say you need help to do it
Impossible-Air-2843@reddit
Download vinted and eBay , sell clothes and items you find around to start off earning a bit of cash , may not be a millionaire plan but you'll make some sort of money , people throw bags of clothes away all the time can go on Facebook some people give away stuff for free , grab them list then sell them cash in , or grab yourself a bicycle and do Uber eats or some sort of freelance delivery service
_Living_deadgirl_@reddit
Contact the council for whatever area you are in tell them you're homleds etc and get onto their lists for housing, possibly they may have a hostel or temp accommodation for you.
Contact streetlink see if they can help https://thestreetlink.org.uk/
You can use this website to search for hostels https://homeless.org.uk/homeless-england/
Shelter helpline 08088004444
Soar_Fingers@reddit
Firstly, as a prospective employer, I'm going to be wondering how you have found yourself in such an unfortunate situation. I'm sure you have a long story to tell, but unfortunately I can't spare the time to listen as I have a business to run and hundreds of other applications to read. I hope this goes some way towards you understanding why no-one will consider your applications. Good luck for the future.
metechgood@reddit
People who genuinely want to get off the streets, manage to do so fairly quickly. You just need to take any opportunity given to you by the charities and initiatives there to help you. Forget your teeth, that can be done later, its not something you have to do today.
I would slim down the applications to factories, building sites and that kind of thing. The reason I say this is that when I was working those jobs, people were really willing to help out people in bad situations but were willing to work hard. Be open and honest about your situation and what you are trying to do. Don't just hand in a CV, have converstations. Negotiate. More importantly, don't wait for things to happen to you, make them happen.
Glass_Arrival_9674@reddit
If you're male and single but have a UK passport they can get you into emergency accommodation within 72 hours. Please ignore anyone who says go see local council..that will get you no where..you will need a referral. From a charity. Being subject violence and abuse is very much a normal day if living on the street..The charities are different in different areas, there's usually a waiting time to see a support worker. If you're homeless with British passport and female you will normally be put in emergency accommodation the same day..if you can't find a local charity. Get a member of the public to call street link, with details of where your living on the street.
SoleyFans@reddit
Hope you get sorted soon, hang in there.
VerbingNoun413@reddit
https://www.gov.uk/find-local-council
Contact your local authority and tell them that you are currently homeless. They have a duty to house you, even if it's temporary accomodation.
Current_Thing2244@reddit
Unfortunately if you're single without kids that works against you. Same if you're male. Male and single? A tent is all you're going to get outside of very dangerous shelters.
I'm saying this as a homeless single mother. I was given priority for temporary accommodation because I am female and have dependents. There is not enough accommodation and homelessness is rising at unprecedented rates all over Britain. That's the reality.
GodsBicep@reddit
Male and single youre fucked unless youre under the age of 25 then YMCA hostels are the go to places (I was homeless for 6 years in total.) Older than that then yeah shit out of luck
Current_Thing2244@reddit
I have a friend who is male and a single dad. He became homeless and they tried to force him to give his kid to family and refused to give them help. They even told him that his kid should go to the mother...a drug addict who abandoned them when the kid was a baby and hadn't ever been in the kids life. It was only through his work that he managed to get a roof over their head. It was purely temporary, a delapidated cottage they owned and it wasn't suitable for living in, especially in winter. They ended up stuck there for a few years and his boss even phoned the council to ask what was going on. The council eventually called him in for a meeting... and demanded that he make a power point presentation to prove that he deserved a home. A kinda fuck you for getting the boss involved. Luckily his boss knew somebody quite high up in the council by then (met at a work event or something, don't know for sure) and once that button was pressed they were housed a few months later and a couple of people lost their jobs. Homelessness is one area where men have it so much worse, kids or not.
Kind-Tie5236@reddit
If you get a nasty housing officer, it's much worse.
A single dad I know did have to really argue for his need for a 2 bed. He has the children for exactly half the time, sometimes more.
He was eventually 'granted' a 2 bed, he was determined for his kids to have a space for themselves.
GodsBicep@reddit
I had to write a huge email explaining why I deserve to be homed! I was homeless since I was 16 lol. Its like they wanted their egos stroked
Kind-Tie5236@reddit
Yeah, it can require begging depending on who you get. If you get a mean housing officer it makes things difficult.
I was lucky enough to get a human one, even still, I felt forced to disclose a lot of personal stuff I'd rather not have, to be treated as needy enough.
I did get housed (single middle aged female, lifetime of housing insecurity incl being homeless as a child) but it took some time and was an extremely traumatic process.
I'd had friends and a family member go through it, so I knew that I had to keep walking through the fire, in order to get out the other side.
Nannyhirer@reddit
That boss sounds like a good man.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Yeah, thanks
ArmWildFrill@reddit
If you're unemployed dental care and prescriptions are free.
chloethespork@reddit
If youre able to find an NHS dentist
ArmWildFrill@reddit
I know it is bad now. When I didn't have a dentist it wasn't too bad as I'm in an urban area but I did have to call a lot of them.
I just wanted to point that out, in case people think that it isn't.
Ok-Answer-7138@reddit
With a <6 month waiting list
GodsBicep@reddit
Its the nature of it mate. Im sorry youre going through this. Know exactly how you feel even with the teeth part. Good luck to you. If you can get a relative or someone to pay for a cheap gym membership a month like st pure gym you will have a place to shower/cleaned up before an interview. There are charities that would give you cleaning products also
Britishloozerr@reddit
Might aswell just commit a crime and go to prison for a free bed and food
Jarcooler@reddit
Yeah a criminal record and no freedom will help him get back on track, bad advice
GodsBicep@reddit
That is infinitely worse. I knew a lot of in and outs back then and prison fucked them up even more. Its a myth that its cushty in prison. Homeless people that are imprisoned are at the bottom of the hierarchy and are victimised a lot for being perceived as weak.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Nah I’m not a criminal and wouldn’t support that, UK has enough of those as it is
Kind-Tie5236@reddit
I personally know 6 single men who got council/HA flats over the past 4 years. I know of many more, via involvement with an org.
The ones I know personally were 24-60+ when housed, not all in the same region.
Two 55+ male friends were housed astonishingly fast, in an area that's difficult for any type of housing. That age bracket is easier as fewer people qualify.
It's true that you need to be classed as having priority need in some other way, without children. Looking at the people I actually know, being male hasn't worked against them.
Women are more often the primary caregiver of children, meaning more women are housed overall, a single Dad wouldn't have less priority though.
There are a large number of social 1 bed flats for single people. It's not hopeless, it is stressful AF and often a long wait.
kushqt420@reddit
No, if you are homeless they DO help you. I got this help when i received section 21 cos landlord decided to sell up, single with no children. OP PLEASE do go to your local council building tomorrow morning and explain your situation. They probably can't provide a council property but they have access to more private rentals than what gets listed online. Please go tell them your situation OP, your council will help!!
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
No job to pay for the private rentals so financially I don’t think that would help tbh as much as I appreciate the recommendation
Adorable_Click_7071@reddit
You don’t need to pay!! Please contact your local council or find the number for your local RSAP team on Google and call them. They have a duty of care to house the homeless and received 433 million in funding to do so. Don’t listen to scaremongers… they will help you! Xx
spaceprinceps@reddit
Citizens Advice Bureau is a great shout by the way, they will convince you of what you can realistically achieve, they fight for their clients rights and responsibilities.
ArmWildFrill@reddit
You must claim Jobseekers and go to see the council. Get noticed. Get on lists.
The council can help you get a place
External-Praline-451@reddit
You need to contact them and outline your situation. You're entitled to lots of benefits, including housing benefit. Please don't listen to doommongers on Reddit saying they won't help you, get expert advice specific to all your circumstances. You can also contact Citizens Advice.
Adorable_Click_7071@reddit
Yes! They have properties under the RSAP scheme. They will absolutely house you! Good luck x
HiddenSynner@reddit
Unless you are placed and qualify for emergency house they do not help, was litrially told they can only give advice, that's it. It was -5 at night at the time and I literally had nothing was reaching hyperthermia levels every night. I turned up at there door day after day because I was advised to by other places, I got nowhere. Found out afterwards because of the cold they were actually meant to have helped, but turned a blind eye. There complete idiots IMO.
I was homeless 4 times No dependants and a single male Was told to do one every single time
I was classed as vulnerable due to autism yet there was still no help given. It really sucked seeing them rush to find people housing and leaving you out in the cold.
If your a mother with a child or your pregnant and provide proof your placed at the top of the list with no quarms. I don't know why it's designed so that single males are treated like they are worthless but it is.
In the end I contacted a church who let me camp in there church yard. This gave me access to people at the local food bank.
The lady at the food bank told me there was a private landlord and contacted them. I got extremely lucky and have been housed for the last 2 years.
Prior to this I have been homeless another 2 times once for a whole year the council could care less so when I see people that where actually helped it cause anger a lot of the time. Not because they got help, that's a great thing but because of the unfairness that is witnessed.
In the end they did decide I qualities for the deposit amount which helped.
Current_Thing2244@reddit
Let me guess, you're a woman?
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bix_box@reddit
Why are you being so dismissive and rude? OP should at least go and see what they can offer.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Me? I’m a male
Adorable_Click_7071@reddit
That isn’t true and you’re irresponsibly spreading misinformation which could prevent someone from seeking housing assistance.
I’m sorry that was your experience but that is not the case for everyone.
There is a programme called RSAP around the UK who are working in conjunction with local councils to house any homeless person. Male, female, young, old it’s irrelevant they will find you accommodation.
You will be placed in a temporary accommodation and you may be required to share with another individual, but most of the properties are actually decent.
My dad has been housed via RSAP for almost three years after previously being listed as homeless / rough sleeper. He lives in a 2 bedroom flat and is approaching his 60s.
I think not many people know about RSAP and it’s certainly worth checking out. It is not a perfect service, but they will get you off the street ASAP.
lavender_cookie_@reddit
I was a female, 17, homeless and they didn't help me so it's definitely nothing to do with gender it's all about children.
Acceptable_Reach2892@reddit
Can confirm this is what I was told when I was homeless about 13 years ago.
Because I was a young man above the age of 18 I would have to wait 3-6 months in a hostel to even begin any process.
My only advice to op is to act quick because homelessness ages you so fast.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Yeah…whole country is a massive disgrace from what I have experienced anyways. But I appreciate your brutal honesty on the matter
ArmWildFrill@reddit
What does that even mean? Friends are free. Most people aren't nasty.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Umm I never said anyone was nasty I don’t understand sorry?
babygirl7106@reddit
Are you not claiming universal credit
Gbrown546@reddit
It’s honestly disgusting how single men are treated by councils when made homeless.
Head_Cat_9440@reddit
I'm female, no kids, council left me in a tent.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Unfortunately I haven’t been in the city long enough to have a local connection and aren’t considered a priority tbh. all my hospital appointments etc are here so I can’t leave either so it’s a bit of a crap situation all around
Low-Can7370@reddit
What do you mean a local connection?
Glittering_Stock3475@reddit
When you sign up for the local housing authority bidding system, you usually have to show a local connection to the area. When I signed up the options where like family support system, job etc
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Yeah pretty much!
spaceprinceps@reddit
After 6 months of homelessness you're no longer anyones business, and might be accepted as local, contact the Shelter hotline for any info about this possibility and the Citizens Advice might be as helpful or more, double up on it, get informed.
Jojo6167@reddit
Family living there or where your job is
insomnimax_99@reddit
You need to have a local connection to the area to be entitled to homelessness assistance from the local council. I.e, you’ve lived there for a while or you work there, or have family there.
https://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/homelessness/local_connection
Mister_Loon@reddit
Would the hospital appointments not be considered a local connection?
Best of luck, hope you get yourself sorted.
BillWilberforce@reddit
Depends on why he's homeless though. If he's "voluntarily homeless" such as because he left a flat before the baliffs turned up to evict him. Then they can rehouse him but they don't have a duty to.
The good news is that as it's April. They'll have almost all of their budget for the year and are more likely to provide a deposit for a room in an HMO or something. With Universal Credit paying for the rent. But it will depend on his immigration status, they'll want a load of paperwork such as birth certificate, passport, bank statements etc. Which OP may not have and may not be able to afford e.g. for a replacement birth certificate or a postal address for it to be sent to. They'll also want a "local connection" to the council, such as having lived and worked in the area for IIRC 2+ years. Then the amount that will be paid for rent varies depending on whether they're under or over 35. Under 35 the amount is so pitiful that virtually nobody will accept it.
Easy_Hand3768@reddit
If you ring 111 tell them your in pain with your teeth and explain your situation they should get you an appointment with a dentist.
Good luck on the job hunt and all the best
BrexitVoter@reddit
Go to the local mosque or perhaps other religious building.
I'm deadly serious. You will definitely get food and if you are respectful they might put you in touch with a member who is also offering employment, wether or be a takeaway or a plasterer etc.
Muslims are an extremely charitable people.
I'm personally Catholic, I'm not saying other religions aren't charitable but a lot of them care only about charity that makes them look sophisticated, not just actually helping someone.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
I do currently go to a mosque as they have been very generous and kind in helping me out with food to eat :)
BrexitVoter@reddit
Right? Muslims are a generous people.
Can you do any volunteering with the mosque/any other groups? (Allotments for example. Local fishing club). They are always often after volunteers.
And, while not an immediate help to your situation; if you could do even a day a week -
Best of luck with things mate. Obviously, my advice is my advice. I get a lot of shit on Reddit because my opinions and advice are never things you'll find on Google, I can only offer my experiences. So take me with a pinch of salt.
BUT, what I have to tell you - that you DO need to take literally and take to heart -
The situation doesn't make the man, only his reaction to it - you are where you are, it's up to you if you let it beat you. You're already clearly in this mindset (well done to you, btw) - but remember that for when things go a bit dark
It is not over until it is over. Until you take your last breath. No matter how hopeless things feel
The world keeps turning. You don't know what's around the corner; never ever do anything that would stop you finding out. I'm talking suicide and heroin etc mainly.
Do NOT lose faith. Everything is impossible until someone does it. When you have tried EVERYTHINGM? Try something ELSE.
You got it bro. Keep pushing ❤️ this is gonna be a fucking good story to tell 30 years down the line when you're parking your Ferrari and you see a homeless fella. You're gonna have some good advice and lessons to give him.
Big love bro
ArmWildFrill@reddit
Username doesn't check out for once
Dnny10bns@reddit
Met quite a few British Asians fed up with all the Poles moving into 'their' neighbourhoods. No doubt, the irony was lost on them.
ArmWildFrill@reddit
It doesn't take long for people to take this attitude. I think Tribalism is such a default human position, especially if you're the "feelings over facts" type.
I prefer a mixed area where no single group holds sway.
The worst places are full of affluent people. The sort of spots where you struggle to walk to a local shop, everything is over-priced and everything is locked down with gated estates etc.
Dnny10bns@reddit
Not for me thx, seen enough ethnic ghettos not to live in one. I'm enjoying the largely homogeneous neighbourhood I currently reside it. It's lovely, quiet and there's no drug dealing foreigners pimping kids out for sex.
ArmWildFrill@reddit
How is a mixed area a ghetto.
Also ??? you.
BrexitVoter@reddit
Loves a chicken madras, though. Interesting.
Dnny10bns@reddit
I don't require it. Lived, worked in 4 different countries and very well travelled. There's nobody stealing my job.
One post is all it took for you to show your contempt for the lower classes. No doubt, you unironically have 'love, laugh, life' plastered all over your house and think you're a kind person...
To your first question, I refer you to the dictionary.
BrexitVoter@reddit
Always expect the unexpected
spik0rwill@reddit
Lol..
DukeRedWulf@reddit
Sikh gurdwaras (temples) also feed those in need too, if I remember rightly?
Miss_Type@reddit
Gurdwaras will also have soup kitchen type set-ups. Hope you get a break soon mate, I wish I was in a position to help more.
yieldbetter@reddit
Fellow Catholic I 100% agree! We have much to learn from Muslims especially around faith devotion and being charitable
BrexitVoter@reddit
Definitely brother ❤️ listen I'll never pretend I agree with everything. But I just think of it like, okay - others interpretations of faith is wrong. BUT. If we die and get to heavens gates, I don't think God is going to say; "well, you were a good person, you helped the needy, you acted from the heart. But you were born into a family/area that followed another religion so you aren't welcome in".
God MIGHT say, to me: "I told you to love your neighbour, why didn't you love someone because they had a different faith? They are my children"
And also religion aside, have to treat everyone as individuals and look at what they DO. And I'll always be honest. That's what turned me away from any of the right wing BS - I think of the guy in the shop, the guy at work, the lady at the petrol station. They are good people, it fucking sickens me to think people want to get rid of them because of where they were born or what God they pray too
Kigaal@reddit
Is now a good time for me to question your username?
BrexitVoter@reddit
Well my friend, that depends!
Because the answer to any/all of the above is almost CERTAINLY a no.
BUT
"Shy kids get no sweets" - you asked; so I will tell.
Basically, I'm a bit of a nob head really, and I thought it was a funny username. I get a weird compulsion for usernames, where I'll try and avoid numbers and see if I'm the first one to have it. And it's something daft, and it's funny to me for about the first 3 seconds after it's been accepted 🤣
I am so so sorry about the way I am
ArmWildFrill@reddit
Keep on being you! <3
BrexitVoter@reddit
Aww, that was a really nice thing to read - thank you! ❤️
JeffDunham911@reddit
A lot of Catholic parishes also provide a lot of support. Not sure where this bias is coming from
BrexitVoter@reddit
Jeff, I have edited my original post.
I do stand by the point that, for someone needing immediate help for food and water, a Mosque is the absolute first place I would recommend them, over a church. And I think it would be fair to say that we as Catholics could do more to help the individual, rather than organisations. I would love to reply to posts like this and say "any church and ant mosque will 100% provide you with food and water".
I do however apologise for the way I worded it, and for using my experiences as a broad generalisation.
BrexitVoter@reddit
I'm only speaking from experience. Maybe you've got a different experience; great! Signpost is to it!
I've not had that experience; so I didn't recommend it.
I prioritised the urgency of the OP and so have him advice I knew he would definitely get his immediate needs met. If I've upset you in the process, then I am truly sorry.
Where my bias is coming from, is volunteering with the homeless of Manchester and them being turned away from churches but getting food from mosques. I'm sure there's plenty of parishes that are great. Mine turned my Mum away from blessing her marriage because she was divorced from a violently abusive relationship. Turned her, in their own eyes, away from God. Something Jesus would have flipped tables about. Again, if your experience is contrary, please - signpost OP to the parish/church. The more help he gets, the better. It will change my tune, too.
But for now, for the immediate time, my absolute priority was ensuring OP knew he could definitely get something to eat and get some respite. And it goes to show; what did his reply to me say?
It confirmed that the mosques are helpful. I didn't even need to be specific to the location of one mosque, because I knew it would be the same for all of them.
Fabulous-Conflict519@reddit
“Muslims are an extremely charitable people” lol
AskUK-ModTeam@reddit
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pajamakitten@reddit
I am sure you can offer plenty of evidence to disprove that statement.
BrexitVoter@reddit
He's definitely on YouTube trying to find an "auditor" with evidence.
OldExplorer2497@reddit
BrexitVoter@reddit
Brilliant. And that's the stuff they actually promote aswell, lot of free food etc. And the guy can deny it all he wants.
Fact is, on the thread he's replying to - I suggested OP go to a mosque and he'll get food and looked after; he said he had.
BrexitVoter@reddit
They are though. Look at my username; you gonna call me a "lefty"?
dprophet32@reddit
How many have you met, actually?
regulator202@reddit
Don't be fooled by what you see in the news. 99% are normal people
MaleficentWay9066@reddit
I agree with all of this but one thing, and that's the part where you said that a lot of other people from other faiths only do charity to look sophisticated. There are plenty of Muslims who only do this because it's expected of them too. They're no different.
GooseVirus@reddit
If you can drive you could try to apply for Asda Delivery, the interview is just an informal chat. If you can get access to a bike you could do just eat/Uber eats deliveries possibly. I'd post in your local areas Facebook page about your situation and ask if anyone has any jobs might be some local businesses that are willing to help.
PsychologicalWish800@reddit
Get a hospitality job with live-in accommodation. It’s coming up for tourist season, lots of availability.
Training_Apricot9883@reddit
Check your DM's. I sent you a message
Ordinary_Resolve_331@reddit
Where are you based and what kind of work are you after?
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Based in Liverpool, and will do literally anything
Jumblesnail@reddit
Try sending a CV to Leo Casino! They usually are looking for staff because the hours are crap (late nights and long shifts) but if you have hospitality experience they’ll likely ask you in for an interview for the bar / restaurant. (And a bonus is that they have showers in the staff rooms and they provide uniform!)
Appropriate_Sun_7623@reddit
Sensee in Birkenhead. Call centre work, worth a shot.
Necessary_Program_52@reddit
I’m not sure where in the UK you are and I only know how it works in Scotland but I’m assuming it’s similar? You can phone the council for the area you’re in and tell them you’re sleeping rough and they’ll put you in a hotel temporarily, free if you don’t have a job, and then maybe a temporary house before giving you a permanent home, and Universal Credit covers your rent until you can find a job.
MojoRobot@reddit
Depending on where you live there may be free educational or employment courses you could take that might help out.
For example if you are under 30 the Kings trust offers help with these things, they provide short courses and will generally cover transport costs, provide lunch, tea / coffee etc
_itsalice_@reddit
Is joining the services an option? Army, navy, raf? I know it’s not for everyone and can take a while still
Interesting_Fish309@reddit
Look up total people and ring shelter
Winston_Carbuncle@reddit
Dental care should be free if you're receiving universal credit or similar
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Emergency dental only or if you have a nhs dentist
ceelo_purple@reddit
If you're near a university that offers degrees in dentistry, you can get treatment free from the students (supervised by proper dentists).
They can't do mega complicated stuff that they're not trained for yet and they're only available weekdays during term-time, but if you're not working it's definitely worth pursuing as an option.
Bright_Airport439@reddit
Start working. Easier said than done eh? Not really, get a ladder squeegee and applicator and start knocking on doors offering window cleaning. Get a petrol lawn mower and offer to mow lawns once a week, your client list will fill up quickly. A jet wash set up can be as little as £150. No seed money? Offer yourself as labour for households fir £20 an hour.
sufiankane@reddit
Gudwaras are extremely great at giving out food and is one of the core activities they do. I'm a Muslim, have visited gudwaras and have had ZERO judgment, get a hello, here's some food and a smile.
It's not accomodation but it's darn good food for charity
Fadesintodust@reddit
Regarding Emmaus as I think there’s some misinformation in this thread. There’s no religious aspect to Emmaus that I saw although the building I worked in was donated by a church. We had people of all faiths/beliefs/non beliefs living there.
Different franchises will have different rules but having previously worked in one as staff it was all quite boring and normal.
The ethos is therapy through work and the idea is you are getting work experience while giving back to community projects. Eg the one I was at put people through training courses to then be able to maintain fridges, worked on house clearances, sold items through the shop, warehousing, and also the community does all cooking/cleaning. There was therapy support and they are in a good location in cities usually as the spaces were donated.
Unfortunately they can’t help everyone and some people disagree with how they operate but what I saw was definitely making a difference to some people and giving them the first stability they had ever had.
A lot of people who had come to Emmaus for support then went on to work for Emmaus. As it saved them.
They do give you a weekly stipend and you sign over various benefits but for a lot of people it is giving them routine, structure, and belonging, that they need to make a change.
EnquirerBill@reddit
Please speak to The Salvation Army
Ok-Answer-7138@reddit
Scotland abolished the "priority need" crap so if you can get to Scotland somehow OP, the councils there can provide you with emergency accommodation
ResplendentBear@reddit
Is there nothing you can do to save any relationships with friends or family, just someone who might let you sleep on a sofa occasionally and have a shower?
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Never had a lot of friends tbh and I’m a orphan so family is off the table ahah
ResplendentBear@reddit
Uncles, aunts, cousins, nothing?
Sorry, if I knew you irl I'd help more.
Try and make connections at least. If there's a cafe or shop you go to,get chatting to staff, let them know you're after work. To use an awful word, network.
Newguyinliverpool@reddit
"family is off the table"
But have you considered an uncle...
Ok-Answer-7138@reddit
That guy's head is for decoration
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Pretty much no one at the current moment sadly but it is what is it haha
No_Quality_6874@reddit
I thibk your problem is likely much more than the Job market.
You have council and charity housing support, benefit systems, charities, mental health support and family and friends to lean on.
You need to tailor you cv to the job and focus on quality not quantity. 700 generic cvs will be overlooked, each app should be focused on actual work experience and skills using the star method. Each star example should be tailored to the job discription.
Get a crap job for now, bar work, uber, supermarkets, anything to get cash in your hand. Check out civil service jobs, they are an easy to pass competency based interview, internal transfers are easy and are constantly employing. Prisons pay ok, have loads of over time and are easy to get into.
Kitchen_Current@reddit
The job market is dire at the moment, I have 20yrs of hospitality, admin, data entry experience, I’ve been applying for jobs since November last year and not one single interview
Haunting-Button-4281@reddit
Sounds fixed already to me
QuantitySharp2662@reddit
I don't buy this as legit. New account with a sad story is normally just baiting donations.
My friend is living with the friend of a woman who's daughter we hung around with as teens.
A friend of a friend is homeless because he stole from anybody who gave him shelter, and now has nowhere but the streets.
Someone with access to reddit has made a story on a new account making a claim and with every comment they reply with, a picture is formed of someone with a specific form of help that they desire. My guess is money, not info.
MuffDiver12698u@reddit
PRAY
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Yup
MuffDiver12698u@reddit
One day my brother and I came home from HS back in the early 80’s And the house was vacant
Our parents decided to get back together.
First thing we did was get a storage unit for $30 a month. We stored our belongings and slept there every night.
Safest place for 2 teens growing up outside of the Nations Capital.
We continued going to school and worked part time afterwards
This gave us stability from the get go and a sense of maturity.
My brother graduated a few months later. He and I had what most people would characterize as a rough time growing up. But personally I think excuses are for losers Always remember this in life there are 2 types of people A. Winners B. Losers A. Makers B. Takers A. Leaders B. Folllowers You my brother will be AAA
Our next move was LEGENDARY We started camping out at the Capital Center. Buying concert tickets for Van Halen, Judas Priest, ZZ Top
We each bought 10 front row seats for less than $100
Turned around and sold 8 for $100 a piece for each show, we both kept a pair of dead center front row seats for each show.
Within 2 weeks we cleared over $2,000 each, got us a sweet condo, nice cars and was the beginning of a profitable business with a client list that included big name Washington DC dignitaries, CEO’s and Athletes.
Our business model was add a zero to cost of the ticket, then contact everyone on our client list that grew exponentially every day
Great business up until 2020 when the tickets started costing a thousand dollars a piece.
We made a lot of money, made friends with our clients and of course the bands etc
For pennies you can rent a storage unit, get a gym membership for $10-$20 a month where you can exercise, shower and feel good about yourself.
Hard finding a job get yourself a lawn mower, go door to door and HUSTLE YOUR AZZ OFF
Explain what you are going through and the fact that you are not asking for a handout, not that there is anything wrong with that.
But if you follow my advice, you will meet people who might just need the house painted, weeds pulled etc And next thing you know life will be amazing.
One other piece of advice
We would go to GOODWILL and buy Giorgio-Armani suits for pennies on the dollar. Just had to be the first one thru the door when they opened Dressing for success makes your pride skyrocket and grabs the attention of everyone who when they hear from others the challenges you have overcome to be the Man/Person you are today !! The respect for you from other’s will be the icing on the cake
Also take the time to count your blessings, thank GOD for believing in you, pay it forward and most of all STAY HUMBLE
YOU GOT THIS
Equal_Remove9362@reddit
Where do you live? If I were you, I'd start warehouse jobs to get some money. Save enough until I can rent something and eventually move to hospitality jobs.
Longjumping-Knee-501@reddit
Aw m8 I’d love to help you out in some way but I’m not financially doing so well myself, if I was though I’d happily give you something to even get you a night in a cheap hotel. Stay strong matey
AbbreviationsEast776@reddit
Ring Shelter
Indigo_Leaves@reddit
I'm so sorry you are going through this 😥 ! Listen here, this is the lowest. You can start rebuilding, you are tough. The most important thing is you don't give up.
First, get yourself into a shelter instead of a tent. There may also be staff there to help you with your circumstances and employment.
I can't believe people treat others so badly. I truly hope you get sorted and things turn out well for you.
Ok-Measurement-1575@reddit
Move 50 miles in any direction.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Yep thanks
Free-Celery__19@reddit
Use Turn2Us benefits calculator to ensure you’re getting everything you’re entitled too. Even if it seems your GP can’t do anything to help get any impacts on mental and physical health documented incase you end up being put on the council list as if there is a medical need sometimes this results in being placed higher up the list. Try and seek landlords that accept deposit from universal credit (there can be a couple days delay in being able to evidence it, but your local council can help. Go to your local office and get them to open a case for you and document everything you’re trying). And then look for housing. Sign up to alerts on zoopla etc, review Facebook market place property section (even if you wind up not securing that one, always ask if they have any properties or know of any other private landlords that are). Approach those things with the same tenacity you have your job applications, remember it’s almost an interview in its own right. And then it’s just a matter of doing what you’re doing. You’re already doing everything you can and it will pay off for you. Stay safe and I cross my fingers for a turnaround in your luck soon.
xian0@reddit
I don't know what the chances are of this at the current times, but consider every factory and warehouse and see if anywhere if busing in employee. Because if they are you can probably reduce the application process to "turn up tomorrow".
Full-Individual670@reddit
Get a 2nd sim sim card. send yourself a job offer on the premise you have or get a cscs card, the job is open for you. get the cscs apply for the thousands of labouring jobs out there.
Cosmic_Womble@reddit
Assuming you can pass a drug screen, have a look at signing up to one of the forces. They also have options for higher education, I have had 2 friends in a similar situation to yourself (although this was 20 years ago), join up and make a carrier in the army.
Works for some, not everyone. Best wishes for you whatever you do friend 👍🏼
ShiftedR90@reddit
Where are you located? Could potentially get you a job for the company I work at
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
I’m In Liverpool
Sandy_Bananas@reddit
Student dentists for the teeth.
Volunteer work will open doors.
bozwold@reddit
Are you relatively fit and healthy? Walk towards the coast, as the weather improves there will be seasonal work.. cleaning etc or speak to a fishing boat, offer hands on deck for a small fee (it'll be less than minimum no doubt but its better than nothing)
Pitch your tent somewhere off the beaten track, basically stealth camping.. or even ask a farmer, there seems to be a lot of farms on the top of cliffs or between resort towns.. explain the whole situation, homeless no family or friends, trying to get back on track... offer to muck out stables for pound notes
When you have nothing to do, find food banks, wander the streets picking up change or walk the beaches just keep active, the sea air and sunshine will improve your wellbeing. Wash in the sea, don't need soap just rinse the sweat and smell
If I was in your situation, that's what I'd do.. hope you find your path either way dude
CountTruffula@reddit
Really rough in your situation I'm sorry. My best recommendation would be to walk into pubs and restaurants and ask if they need a KP, say you're hard working and willing to do a trial shift
Don't mention the tent because unfortunately a lot of them will likely be cunts about it. Best of luck
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
8 years of hospitality experience ranging from clubs, bars and hotels…not a single bit of luck applying online, handing in cvs. 7 interviews in the last 3 months despite the experience with no gaps
Background_Ad5513@reddit
Have they given you a reason? Worth asking them for feedback
CountTruffula@reddit
That's so shit, really sorry man. Do you think it's because you're in a tent? Either if you have to mention that or if you struggling to shower change?
It was a fair bit easier for me because I didn't have to struggle with washing and changing but my last 5 bar/kitchen gigs have been secured by me doing a trial shift when I came in and staying on. I may have been lucky in that they all needed new staff or weren't happy with the staff they had, I'm not sure
I'd definitely recommend that as a method though, if you can get behind the bar/into the kitchen and work with the manager/head chef then their influence goes a long way towards the recruitment process
If you know all this already apologies, you've been in the business longer than me at 8 years but just in case. Really hope you get something, alternatively can you go to any job centres to get work or will they turn you away if you don't have proper residence?
zDarcky@reddit
I manage a temporary accommodation property and we have a contract with the Council. Here's what you want to do to be taken seriously: first thing tomorrow call your GP and tell them your mental health has reached rock bottom and you are homeless and want to end your life. Ask for some sort of appointment and letter to confirm this. Then call your local council's housing team and tell them you are homeless and suffering from severe mental health and are at the brink of ending your life. Tell them your GP is aware and provide the letter or appointment info. This will sound their alarms and they'll get you in for an appointment. If the GP route doesn't work, present to your local A&E and tell them the same thing. They might even call the housing team for you. I'm sorry everyone, I know mental health is a VERY serious matter, but this is the only way a single male will be taken seriously and actually receive any support.
Arthxrr@reddit
If you drive it’s easy to get a job for Amazon delivering
Kickkickkarl@reddit
Maybe you could find some woodland on the edge of the location you are living and pitch up your tent there away from people who might give you trouble.
South-Visual3803@reddit
Look for places like Buddhist Meditation Centres; I know Kandampa get a rep atm for again being cult like.
But I went to a retreat randomly, never got asked to join anything wild.
I find the meditation useful.
My POINT - I met people there from all walks of life, volunteers in exchange for a room did cooking and helping in a cafe, so that might be an option??
When I did the retreat I went for free as I was unhoused, living in my car and I lost my job soon after.
I just wonder because it’s not too ‘heavy’ on the religious side / the people seem non preachy and it’s a nice environment this may help you to not be in your tent.
It’s all I can think of but it might be worth a shot
No_Dingo4727@reddit
OP go to your local council and tell them you are homeless, they will help you and then get yourself to your local job centre and they will also help you with securing a job and they will help assist the council as well.
Dull_Hawk9416@reddit
I’m not sure what you do or are trying to do for work. But go to trading estates and knock on doors of the small businesses. Especially manufacturing. This is how we employ most of our workers. People who just randomly come and knock asking for work. I don’t think we’ve turned away a single person. It’s normally low skill work BUT a lot of them have worked their way up
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
With having zero experience too?
Fruitpicker15@reddit
I got my factory job without experience through an agency and got a permanent contract a few months later. I think they're mostly looking for someone reliable who turns up on time.
NooneLeftToBlame@reddit
I did it briefly and honestly requires no skill, just graft and the willingness to fuck your body up lol.
quellflynn@reddit
turn up, pay attention, do your best and don't be a dick to other people and you'll keep an unskilled job.
agencies are a decent choice, but you usually need to travel to get to jobs,. so locally sourcing some employment might be a better direct choice.
Dull_Hawk9416@reddit
Absolutely. That’s why it’s unskilled work. As long as you are willing to try
gemgem1985@reddit
I'm so sorry you are going through this, firstly, where were you living previously? How old are you ( just roughly, I'm not asking your actual age, have you made a claim for universal credit? Do you have any mental health or addiction issues? I think finding a job without an address is incredibly difficult, but you could approach a fairground as they often hire people that are willing to travel with them. I'm really sorry the social safety nets have been inadequate.
OriginalFingerPuk@reddit
Where are you? Generally I mean don’t hand out specifics.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
I’m In Liverpool :)
OriginalFingerPuk@reddit
Ahh shit, miles away.
Call Shelter. Do you have anywhere things can be delivered to? Is there anything you need?
Angryleghairs@reddit
Regular volunteer work is good for making contacts & opportunities as well as boosting your cv
soulsteela@reddit
Try Sizewell C for jobs, massive project good pay, need everyone from kitchens to crane operators, recent post for kitchens assistant £28 hour-40-80 hours a week time and a half and double time. 6000 jobs get in the , you’ll find a room pretty easily lots of people in town happy to rent for cash. Source I live here in Leiston Suffolk, get here get sorted 👍
SnooCapers8495@reddit
Where you based. Could give you few days work labouring
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
I’m based in Liverpool
SnooCapers8495@reddit
Get to Wrexham Road Chester ? Could give you tmz ? Poss Tuesday Thursday next week.
1968Bladerunner@reddit
My 26yo son recently moved & spent 3 months in Liverpool looking for work, but eventually gave up & returned to northern Scotland where he thankfully got a hospitality job within a few weeks. Tough market.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Yup, been particularly brutal, from Scotland originally so probably will head back as I have no faith my luck will change, but hospital appointments make that difficult also
sparklescc@reddit
They can transfer you to your Scotland hospital. I have done if from Oxford to Manchester. It doesn't take that long as it's consultant to consultant or specialist nurse to specialist nurse.
What I have done also was just show up at my new GP and say I have this condition and I moved here I need an urgent referral and they helped me out..booked an appointment and got it done. I don't know what your hospital appointments are but the NHS can help and is used to people moving around.
ConfidentialX@reddit
I've not been in a tent but I've been desperate. Keep going. Do not give up. You just need that one chance.
Have you tried looking at jobs with your local council? There is a huge need for social based work across the country. It isnt ideal, but it's something and a foot in the door.
Wishing you the best. Help is out there.
"If you're going through hell, keep going" - Churchill.
jimicus@reddit
Are you sending the same CV to every employer?
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
I stopped sending my typical one which is hospitality based after the first month of looking as it was recommended to tailor it to specific jobs, so I try my best to do that as much as I can
jimicus@reddit
That was going to be my suggestion - sending a generic CV hasn't been good advice in years.
Next question: What sort of organisations are you targeting and how are you targeting them?
Intelligent_Bar_710@reddit
In normal circumstances, absolutely. But given that OP is trying to survive in a tent, I suspect that tailoring a CV for every application isn’t a practical option.
pelvviber@reddit
I work at a charity that tries to help people in situations such as yourself. If you go to your local council they might be able to signpost organisations in your area that are able to help.
People do care about your wellbeing and lots of us are keen to get you back on your feet.
Willing_Coconut4364@reddit
I can't really add much else. I just want you to know I was in the same situation and I managed to get it sorted. It might take a little time but this won't be you forever! You're doing everything right keep going.
Get a cheap gym membership for hot showers. I used to shower in my clothes first to wash them.
luala@reddit
I’m sorry for your situation. I hear that Highlands and Islands are keen to get people in for residential hospitality roles. Theres at least one website for live-in work, maybe explore that? Hope things improve for you.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Have done last year actually but my hospital appointments and stuff kinda prevent me from being away from here for the time being, great suggestion though :)
throwrakarooke@reddit
where are you located? if south east, i can help you with a job
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Based in Liverpool mate
Able_Cabinet_9118@reddit
Recruitment agencies are good for jobs depending on where you are, and if you have steel toe caps, and can do warehouse work. There’s other work of course but my experience has been strictly manufacturing and warehouse.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Tried that with many agencies and no word back
Panic_Sell_LLP@reddit
See if the job centre will help you get a CSCS card and get a job onsite they accept people with no experience and some sites will let you stay on them in your tent or caravan
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Waiting for a appointment with them for a cscs card but two weeks away
jaycakes30@reddit
Where are you based? If you’re close to Wigan, arrow XL are always looking for agency staff.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Liverpool
RedonculousCherry@reddit
Start at the places that help homeless people and they will signpost you to further support. Many provide meals too eg St Mungos, Spires in Streatham. I don't know what city you're in but there will be agencies and charities that can help
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Yeah I am going to give those folks a call in the morning :)
worldworn@reddit
Get someone to check your CV.
It might have nothing to do with it. But if it's 700 applications, with nothing back. There might be an issue you don't see.
Total_Aerie_3778@reddit
Depending on where you are Shelter England or Scotland. https://england.shelter.org.uk/
And Citizens Advice. They have offices in Scotland and England. They are an excellent resource to have and may be able to point out some resources or sources for shelter and food.
apple_kicks@reddit
Some resources to look into and tips i remember hearing.
https://www.whitechapelcentre.co.uk/ Liverpool charity for homeless
https://changeliverpool.co.uk/advice/
try couch surfing websites or groups on Reddit https://www.couchsurfing.com/places/united-kingdom
big issue https://www.bigissue.com/become-a-vendor/
https://www.feedingliverpool.org/places-of-welcome-community-cafe/
https://www.reddit.com/r/Assistance/ and budget bnbs https://www.hotels.uk.com/uk/merseyside/budget-hotels-in-liverpool
look at libraries and social centres for events to meet people
Jobs wise any night shift work, bouncers, guard, late fast food. it’ll keep you off streets at night when colder and drunks are out
Old_Entertainer10@reddit
You tried agency work?
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Even agencies are barely giving me offers at this point
Defiant_Practice5260@reddit
Barely any offers? Please don't be selective about it, get yourself off the streets. Take anything they throw at you.
Succinate_dehydrogen@reddit
The job market is terrible at the moment. I have a masters and im getting turned down by supermarkets. Had a few chats with interviewers and they told me they get at least 100 promising applicants for every position they have available.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Barely meaning most don’t even bother getting back in touch or tell me they will get in touch at a later date and I was let go from one for needing to attend a hospital appointment
ellie___@reddit
You may be able to find very short term work (weekends etc) through hap, tracsis, arc or similar.
owowteino@reddit
what about looking for live-in opportunities? maybe hospitality or housekeeping?
could you try posting on local subreddits or fb groups to see if anything comes up there? someone who reads your story may be more likely to want to help than an anonymous job application among hundreds of others. good luck x
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
I’ve actually done a few of them in the last year, can be hit or miss! But I did stop after the winter due to some health issues and getting help in the middle of the highlands consistently was difficult so I did need to be somewhere with ready access for my health issues
pintobakedbeans@reddit
I was going to recommend live in carer, if you're ok with care work. This is an example near Liverpool; Live in Carer Work, jobs in Liverpool (with Salaries) | Indeed United Kingdom
No_Medium_648@reddit
Do the council know that you have health issues? You may get points for it. Best of luck.
Mobile-Vegetable7536@reddit
get a house and an job
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Yeah…was expecting this kind of response eventually. Thanks for this
Mobile-Vegetable7536@reddit
I was on street at 17 for over 1 year i had nothing now I have wife 5 kids nice house you can do it mate
Emergency-Lock5505@reddit
5 kids? Rather be on the street
Mobile-Vegetable7536@reddit
there all grown now dont live at home
Bubbly-Air7302@reddit
Apply for Medicaid first. Two, go to a shelter in a liberal city so they can help you get housing. Some university dental clinics offer discount dental — a job is next to impossible when you are homeless. You have to get your health insurance, get food stamps if you are eligible, and get shelter via assistance. From there, they can help you get county job search assistance — get you registered for local job fairs etc.
Good luck and stay safe.
phatboi23@reddit
we're in /r/askuk mate.
not something we have to fanny with.
Bubbly-Air7302@reddit
Sorry just saw that you are in the Uk. Even still, your local council should help. Please reach out to a local shelter / crisis line. It’s not safe to be in a tent.
sqkz69oioi@reddit
What area are you in bro?
No-Sympathy-4103@reddit
Are you registered with a gp? If so, a lot of them have social prescribers working alongside gp’s. You can request for support from the social prescriber, who can make referrals on your behalf for employment support, housing etc.
If your gp doesn’t have this service, then you can ask your gp to refer you to your local social prescriber, who can help you with the above.
Good luck OP, I hope you’re able to get the help you deserve.
Brave_Assumption6@reddit
Citizens Advice, contact them
Grey_Bomberman@reddit
Check in with Emmaus UK 👌🏻
neuroflix@reddit
This is terrible advice
Etheria_system@reddit
As much as I hate AI - have AI make a CV and try sending that. Lots of places are using AI filtering on CVs and studies show that AI filtering prefer AI written CVs.
Karlosx4877@reddit
If u ever need food then around midnight at greggs when there's delivery you can ask driver to take today's sandwiches or sweets.
GodFreePagan42@reddit
Volunteer at St Johns ambulance. Get first aid training and user interface. Apply to the NHS.
BOrdinary01@reddit
I’ve been homeless myself, so I know how overwhelming it can feel. I’m a woman and I didn’t have anything handed to me either, I had to figure things out step by step.
One thing that helped me was getting involved with local food banks and homeless charities. Even just showing up and helping out can keep you fed, warm and around people who understand the system. Think of it as a mix of support, networking and picking up local knowledge. People working or volunteering there often know things that Reddit can’t tell you.
If the area you’re in is expensive or doesn’t have much support, it might be worth looking at other towns or cities where services are better. You can research this online and plan a move when you’re able.
You can apply directly to housing associations, not all of them require a local connection. I’m applying for places 300 miles away and have been accepted to bid, so it’s definitely possible. Cast the net wide.
While you’re still in a tent, Nomad Sam on YouTube has a lot of practical tips that could help. If you do visit food banks or charities, stay open and friendly, but also stay aware of your surroundings.
I hope things start moving in a better direction for you.
MiserableWinter636@reddit
I don’t know what field you work in but CVs in my field i find fucking useless mostly, you never get a reply. Call places, ask on the local Facebook groups, Get the job center to pay for your CSCs card, theres always labouring work and depending where you are you can earn 120/150 a day quite easily
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
I did ask them for one to see if I could try that, appointments are scarce right now for them so will be 2 weeks before I can meet for that
MiserableWinter636@reddit
Local builders wont need you to have one so you could try there! Even if you have to ask people working on local houses
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
I will try this out as I hadn’t expected that to be a possibility without experience
owowteino@reddit
have you been to your local food bank? they are usually linked up with other local services and may be able to put you directly in touch with people who can help.
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
I did get a food voucher for food banks, I’m mostly looking for work more than anything else at the moment
Craig1974@reddit
If you're unemployed and living in a tent and have no friends and family, how do you have a smartphone with internet to ask on Reddit?
Queenlola404@reddit
Emmaus sounds like a cult here they have the Jehovah's witnesses some faith people they take everything exploit you, a. Friends family member joined he was in debt and they paid it for him Drug debt, but now he's stuck there.
smellyfeet25@reddit
It is disgusting how people treat people who have fallen on hard times . Have you reached out to charities or religious organisations? Have you contacted the housing association? it is also disgusting how men are discriminated against. Are you registered with the job centre? Have you joined any job agencies? That is how i got the job i am in now.Please update. Thinking of you mate
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Yeah I was initially in a tent in the city centre and I usually try hide away without street begging etc, but was still threatened and assaulted literally just for living in a tent. “F’ing drain on resources” I believe was the quote I got. Legit trying to fix my situation so made it a lot worse but I get some people don’t want to so I had little in ways of responding
smellyfeet25@reddit
whereabouts in the UK are you living?
Beautiful-Control161@reddit
Where abouts are you? Gloucestershire Close to you?
Desperate-Battle-988@reddit (OP)
Liverpool :)
Beautiful-Control161@reddit
Ah too far for me to help pal. Sorry
missingmileuk@reddit
Contact Street link. They helped me when I was in need.
ServerLost@reddit
Start claiming UC.
Current_Thing2244@reddit
Look online for local organisations that help people in your situation. Local soup kitchens, churches if you're religious, and outreach programmes can also help. Ask any of them if they offer an advocacy service and get yourself somebody to help you fight for somewhere safe to stay. If you're on benefits, your local council may have a rent and deposit scheme through their housing department, or they might know of some cheap bedsits that accept housing benefit until you get back on your feet.