Homeless

[TantraShiva]

Anyone in Perth know good secure parking for living in your car?

As anyone here been homeless and can give information on where to go?

 

[WildBrumby]

I had a fleeting moment of catching a news bulletin regarding possible use of multi storey car parks in the CBD for secure parking/camping at night for the homeless. Key point being these facilities have CCTV for safety.

Some councils issue on the spot fines even in areas that don’t have signage to warn of the charge.

Contacting RUAH may be a step in the right direction for assistance:

Housing and homelessness

[embed]https://youtu.be/OCi5GVhYvv0[/embed] The number of people experiencing homelessness is climbing and the cost to individuals and the community is way too high. Every night a…

www.ruah.org.au

 

[WildBrumby]

I used to do some support work in the early 2000s, RUAH also offered a day centre where homeless people could safely shower, access a cheap meal ($1 from memory) socialise and access support.

I noticed they moved into James Street in Northbridge from nearby Shenton Street due to development near Russell Square.

Note: Not just for the homeless, disadvantaged people who had accommodation, but little funds to feed themselves, could go to the day centre to socialise over tea/coffee, get a cheap meal and a food parcel. Unsure what is offered these days but would hope more now.

 

[Obbie]

Sadly the situation is only going to get worse . Landlords are putting rent up to ridiculous prices . I was told the other day that rent on a single room unit is at $400 a week and possibility going up . That's if most can get a rental these days .

 

[Goodstuff36 Bon truc in french]

I used to do some support work in the early 2000s, RUAH also offered a day centre where homeless people could safely shower, access a cheap meal ($1 from memory) socialise and access support.

I noticed they moved into James Street in Northbridge from nearby Shenton Street due to development near Russell Square.

Note: Not just for the homeless, disadvantaged people who had accommodation, but little funds to feed themselves, could go to the day centre to socialise over tea/coffee, get a cheap meal and a food parcel. Unsure what is offered these days but would hope more now.

Become a Aussie backpacker use the hostels for showers cooking washing clothes until the government regulates affordable rents and more assessable public housing for Aussies.

 

[WildBrumby]

@Obbie I watch content on WeChat and observed some people in China live in a room that barely fits a single bed and a small table/chair. Communal amenities but not sure what they pay.

By comparison I looked at New York how low income workers live and baffled how they can afford very meagre accommodation. Huge rental fees.

The culture appears to be just enough room to sleep, shower and reheat meals to which prepared meals are obtained from the variety of takeaway shops around the district.

 

[Bigmick]

Anyone in Perth know good secure parking for living in your car?

As anyone here been homeless and can give information on where to go?

Call this place. They may have a room or direct you to a couple of women refuges so they don't need to sleep in the car.

Zonta House

Zonta House

zontahouse.org.au

 

[Deleted member 63640]

sorry to hear, I'm in a similar situation. try entry point in the first instance.

Homeless Services & Accommodation in Perth | Entrypoint Perth

Are you homeless or at risk of homelessness in the Perth metro area? Contact Entrypoint Perth and find out more about our accommodation and support options.

www.entrypointperth.com.au

 

[WildBrumby]

@wimiso8824 sorry to read of your own situation. Thank you for sharing additional resources.

 

[WildBrumby]

This is the story I vaguely remember hearing on the news:

Carparks for the homeless

The City of Perth is contemplating the use of empty carparks for homeless accommodation.

westernindependent.com.au

 

[Goodstuff36 Bon truc in french]

Share housing is a option bed shower laundry personaly have lived in many share houses.
Best to find one you are comfortable with keep to yourself and try not to get in my conflicts or arguments in a sharehouse other wise back to the carpark.

 

[jboy799]

You can also look at 24/7 gym memberships to see if they have shower facilities.

 

[Obbie]

Go to bp kewdale look like a truckie and get showers there if your stuck .

 

[WildBrumby]

Go to bp kewdale look like a truckie and get showers there if your stuck .

When I did a haul over to Bendigo I drove to a caravan park and asked if I could pay to use their shower. The lady said to use it for free as she wouldn't begrudge me wanting a basic necessity.

 

[Goodstuff36 Bon truc in french]

Go to bp kewdale look like a truckie and get showers there if your stuck .

They usually have seperate shower washing machines at large truck stops for the transport workers as they buy lots of fuel and food.
These facilities are best kept for those who need them transport Workers unless you want to be a truckie or transport worker.

 

[Lingus]

As for sleeping in a car, you would certainly want to be parked up in a covered area ... with all the expansive glass that a car possesses, parked up on open ground would make for a freezing cold interior on any winter's night !

 

[stevecool2015]

This is the American version of someone living in their car. There are some good tips about safety, use of gym facilities etc

 

[Goodstuff36 Bon truc in french]

This is the American version of somone living in their car. There are some good tips about safety, use of gym facilities etc

Spend $20 bucks on a solar shower for emergancies.

 

[Miss Monique]

I am sincerely sorry to hear of your situation. My heart goes out to you. I have been there many many years ago. Part of why I entered this industry. It lifted me out of a bad situation and rebuilt my life.

Other than homeless services. I would encourage you to look at shared accommodation, free or low-cost campgrounds. Many have showers and toilets and camp kitchens. Other people there are so much safer. Gym membership for shower. Car parks are not always safe places. Especially multi-level ones. Look at insulated window covers. You can make them yourself if need be. Truck stops/roadhouses are other options.
Hang in there sweetheart, I know things may seem bleak right now. Good things are just around the corner

Homeless Services | Homelessness Services in Perth - Uniting WA

At Uniting WA, we support people on their journey out of homelessness through our outreach, crisis support and accommodation services. Learn more today.

unitingwa.org.au

 

[undertaker123]

sorry to hear that

 

[Goodstuff36 Bon truc in french]

I am sincerely sorry to hear of your situation. My heart goes out to you. I have been there many many years ago. Part of why I entered this industry. It lifted me out of a bad situation and rebuilt my life.

Other than homeless services. I would encourage you to look at shared accommodation, free or low-cost campgrounds. Many have showers and toilets and camp kitchens. Other people there are so much safer. Gym membership for shower. Car parks are not always safe places. Especially multi-level ones. Look at insulated window covers. You can make them yourself if need be. Truck stops/roadhouses are other options.
Hang in there sweetheart, I know things may seem bleak right now. Good things are just around the corner

Homeless Services | Homelessness Services in Perth - Uniting WA

At Uniting WA, we support people on their journey out of homelessness through our outreach, crisis support and accommodation services. Learn more today.

unitingwa.org.au

Uniting church are selective like the salvos and do not assist everyone.
Lots of males in domestic violence situations find it hard to get any assistance.