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@ISIDEWITH3yrs3Y
No
@9LV93J87mos7MO
How do you know they have refused to be put in housing? Surely it will just lead to increased victimisation of a vulnerable population. Anyone could end up homeless at anytime. We should look after each other. This land is our home. We should be able to use it. The signs of a developed society is that we can look after the people who need help.
@9LQP9JF7mos7MO
It is called public property for a reason and people have every right to be there at any time or day. If that happens to be where they sleep who the **** cares.
It’s a public space. People should be allowed to feel safe where they choose to reside. Control and autonomy over these aspects of their life is important. Do we have to try and control everything? What harm is this truly doing?
A lot of homeless people decline help because they have been harmed by people they have previously trusted in these shelters and housing. A lot of homeless women have been raped in homeless shelters and a lot of homeless people have had their things stolen from housing and shelters as well as having been beaten up. If these people don't feel safe in housing which is often the case, then the only place they can go is a park bench or the foot path, most of what you see is public spaces so where do you expect them to go? There's no where left.
@ISIDEWITH3yrs3Y
Yes
over 122,000 people experiencing homelessness on any given night. In Australia, one in seven people experiencing homelessness are over 55 years. Over 17,600 children younger than 12 years are homeless.
no, you are wasting your time on futile ideologies that will not amount to anything, go back to your parents and give them a hug for wasting their time on raising someone that does something so stupid.
@ISIDEWITH3yrs3Y
Yes, and create more social programs to provide free food, clothing, and medicine
@9FS9W421yr1Y
How is a homeless person with house and their basic needs met eg. sheltered showered and medicated meant to get out of being homeless and actually solve their issues. Helping meet these basic needs will help the person not need those assistances in the future.
@9G9K2DT1yr1Y
if they want to live on the street and not have a job they should not get free food and free clothes
Do I really need to? All that needs to be cited is the Scandinavian countries, rural communities, Cuba, etc
@ISIDEWITH3yrs3Y
@ISIDEWITH2mos2MO
If you were in a situation where you lost your home, what kind of support would you hope to receive from the community?
@9WV86T71mo1MO
Easily accessible and safe homeless shelters and public housing, support finding work, food aid. Possibly mental health support if requested if mental health was bad due to circumstances but was reversible but necessary to turn life around for the better.
@9WTSG2S1mo1MO
Mental health and health support and housing options to support employment where possible. Particular for those who have fallen on bad times and have the potential to turn their life around with targeted help for a year or 2.
@9WRS5XG1mo1MO
Homeless shelters, assistance in finding work, food and public housing
@932FW2M3yrs3Y
Yes, and we should look at why they have refused available shelter i.e. maybe they have had bad experiences before
@9ZQ5MDK5 days5D
If they don't want to stay in a shelter, then why are they on the streets, it looks like an eyesore, all the rubish and
@9XV95S33wks3W
yes but they should be encouraged and assisted in finding permanent residence and forms of income off the streets.
@9WK57831mo1MO
I feel like it should have a limit on which public property like for examples they could only camp or sleep at parks or caravan parks but not schools and librarys and governmental buildings for education or buisness and etc because it can ruin the building potentially and also ruin how schools would be viewed.
@9W7FMBV1mo1MO
No, there should be higher incentivisation for them to go to camps and housing, while other alternatives like low cost motels open to all kinds of people should be opened to help accommodate homeless people and give them the chance for a normal standard of living.
they can sleep on public property as long as they aren’t disturbing or hurting/threatening anyone. when there are people living on public property and smoking crack/heroine and yelling at me threatening names, that’s not okay.
yes but the public property should be able to move them on if they are causing a large disturbance to the local community
@9VPL6Z42mos2MO
i think if some homeless people are causing harm to themselves or others they should not be aloud but if there are some trying to create a better life for themselevs or mothers should be aloud
No, the government should be able to house and support people who are unable to afford a place to sleep until they can get back onto their feet; or into in a system that can adequately help them in their condition.
@9S7L6LY3mos3MO
Causes of refusing shelter should be properly addressed, including safety at shelters, improved mental health treatment for homeless individuals and better support for homeless individuals with disabilities
Maybe only in parks and open places similar. But they can’t encamp. They must pack up during the day and unpack in the evening
I think there are enough rich people in the world that provide to charity but why can’t they provide for homeless like Elon musk probably donates to so many charities but why can’t he buy a massive house for like many homeless to share. The government should also provide houses for homeless but they should have to share with many people it also depends if they are under the influence of drugs or not
It depends where on public property. In a park yes. However i feel like there should be certain places for people that dont have a home, they are able to go to
I can see that this may make people of the general population uncomfortable, but it is public property so maybe they should be allowed to sleep there. But either way I don’t have strong feelings on this
no, they should be placed in housing this also becomes quite a big issue when they gather in groups as they cause major disturbances.
Yes although if there are constant refusals to use public services then a investigation should be conducted to inspect the standards of the program
It shouldn't be encouraged but we can't expect the desperate to break certain rules in order to be comfortable.
No, but more funding should be placed in building shelters, providing free food, and further resources for the aid of the homeless. Further action should be taken to elaborate on WHY they have refused available shelter and aid, as this may reveal certain circumstances, specific to them, that can be touched on in legislation and social programs.
@9K2SLQMOne Nation9mos9MO
Depends on the situation of the individual and where it is the government is trying to place them ie you wouldn’t place a homeless single parent and child with a community housing full of drug addicts. An individual has every right to feel safe and refuse where it is deemed unsafe for a specific reason. There should be more programmes And housing options.
Yes, as long as it does not disrupt the use of said public property and the government should provide them with social programs.
yes depending on the area. Meaning it doesn't disrupt any near by business and not too out in the open where it could be a safety and health risk to the homeless and others surrounding.
@9G35LNX1yr1Y
No, however they should be provided with enough money to survive on ( depending on the cost of living) --- cost of living is the cause of many things -- --
@9FKCDZF1yr1Y
Only certain public properties like parks
@9FK24ZM1yr1Y
As long as they not bothering me
@9FGQS471yr1Y
not if they've refused avaliable places, but if they don't have anywhere to go then they should be able to
@9FGQ2K21yr1Y
yes but certain public spaces should be restricted
@9FFQK5S1yr1Y
yes, and create more support for them as well as access to food, healthcare and clothing.
@9F78XWQ1yr1Y
Mental health needs to be addressed first and drug addiction and trauma
@9F665NM1yr1Y
As long as it is not private or commercial property then its fine.
@9DXWYX61yr1Y
Not if they have Refused perfectly good housing and resources
@9DX3BBL1yr1Y
depends on if they affecting those around them
@9DNJPSJ1yr1Y
No but we should look at ways to help the homeless get back on their feet - look at options to house them for a period of time so they can work through the issues that made them homeless - I think Government should also look at why homelessness is increasing and what they can do to help the issue
If it is allowed by the owners of the property.
In certain permitted areas
Depending on what they have been offered and how desperate they are
No, instead have safe places for them to go which still offer basic facilities.
@9D7RQJB1yr1Y
Really depends on the area of what they reside in
@9D66WW91yr1Y
No, if they refused shelter then they clearly don’t feel they need it
Yes and no, people should be allowed to sleep where they want but not on private property.
No, but further look into the provided systems to understand why they would refuse them.
No, but they shouldn’t be subject to decrepit conditions or vulnerable to assaults or theft from those around them.
No, but we need to provide better mental health services.
@8ZRK9JF3yrs3Y
No, we need to create safe public spaces that are designed to keep the homeless well sheltered and safer.
criminalise it if they refuse shelter, however we should increase social programs to provide free food, clothing and medicine
@9ZBY8WF2wks2W
The Homeless Should have a right to camp or Sleep in most public spaces. However properties such as a shopping centre, fast food restaurant, bus interchanges or any public spaces that’s heavy dence would require any homeless person to vacate that area without a fine but a possible relocation for the person.
No, because they refused available shelter. If they have no where to go, then they should be allowed to.
@9WRFSMN1mo1MO
No, more shelters should be available. Allow governments to purchase dwellings that are not currently used. And purchasing old businesses such as pubs, restaurants etc. Where homeless can work to get the skills they need to become employable again and give them self worth.
@9WR3NHD1mo1MO
we need more options for housing and safe environments for them to stay that arent in parks and beaches etc
@9WNBX8Z1mo1MO
Depending on the mental health status of the person and if the accommodation is shared or suitable then yes but if they are offered something that is unsuitable for their needs then no
@9WKK2TM1mo1MO
Yes but strict around which areas they can sleep/camp on so they do not interfere with others/safety/business etc
@9WK9W931mo1MO
There should be allocated public areas for homeless people to sleep but they should be kicked out during the day
@9WK97VN1mo1MO
They shouldn't be allowed to sleep or have to sleep on public property. Housing and shelters should be provided to help them get on their feet.
@9VCCZPH2mos2MO
I think that there should be areas specifically for that instead of in parks and that camping in a park or nature space is not okay.
@9V9PLZTOne Nation2mos2MO
It depends on the particular circumstances. How busy is the public area/how many civilians would be affected? What are the reasons why the shelter or housing was refused? Was it for a legitimate, valid reason or was it simply because they did not want to?
@9V8JGP82mos2MO
Yes as long as it isn't a hindrance to the public and companies/work places. More space/programs should be provided to help the homeless to help enable them to get back on their feet.
There needs to be a bit of everything. Homeless individuals should be charged if they are given fair warnings to leave the property, though if shelter, free food, clothing and medicine can be provided, that is up to them to take advantage to help themselves. There should be a level of regulation also.
@9TRVMM62mos2MO
The problems creating homelessness are what needs to be solved. In the mean time, I recommend providing adequate shelter and food for them. AKA, get them off the streets, then fix the system that is turning potentially good citizens into homeless people. Other civilisations have known that you need to empower the people to be smart and capable. I believe our country is not doing that
@9SNSQ3H3mos3MO
Yes, but they should have to pack up during the day, places like parks would often have children there during the day and an encamping stranger could be considered a risk and create an uncomfortable environment.
No, but there are spaces that can be made into.a legal homeless camping area for those doing it tough until they get the right assistance.
@9SBFDT73mos3MO
Yes and No. Unhoused people should not be allowed to encamp on public property if they refuse single housings for themselves, instead they should be mandated to live there. however, when it comes to homeless shelter, due to how homeless shelters tend to be very poorly managed and funded, i think the unhoused should be allowed to encamp on public after refusing homeless shelter. l
@9QS7RSW5mos5MO
Yes, they should have access to programs for free food, clothing and medicine. But they need to work for the community or actively seek out employment in return
@9PK5ZYX5mos5MO
Hard, for me it’d depend on where, when, how many numbers begin to populate given areas. I used to be all for it, after living in Canada, it is seriously confronting.
@9N63DXB6mos6MO
No, Understand their problem and create a national consensus and implement. But we owe our care to first Nations people if they are found in such a state.
@9N36CVH6mos6MO
if it disturbs other people's peace then it shouldn't be allowed, however if they aren't bothering anyone then there shouldn't be an issue
@9M339P47mos7MO
Set areas aside for them and provide social help, portaloos, and rubbish collection equal in value to the states input if they were rehomed at the states cost
@9LP5LPD7mos7MO
Yes, they should be allowed in certain areas which are allocated to them, they should not be allowed to sleep wherever.
@9LLC33X7mos7MO
No, but please create more safe, comfortable sleeping areas with police patrols and access to basic facilities like showers, beds etc
No, but we should improve current infrastructure to provide safer and more appealing shelters and housing
Once refused to take shelter or housing should be taken to other remote area of their choice. That should not live in the metropolitan area by that way other needy get a chance to live in .
@9HD3XLB12mos12MO
be able to provide people with more options if they didn't feel safe in those thathave already been provided
@9GQCLFTOne Nation1yr1Y
make special place for homeless people to camp and create more social programs to provide free food, clothing, and medicine
@9GH976N1yr1Y
yes only if they have a valid reason as to why they are not in shelters (like they feel unsafe etc.)
@9GGMQWT1yr1Y
No but there should be a place where they can sleep and food, clothing and medicine should be provided to them
No, instead make it so there are more homeless centers and if a way of low income housing is found they YES
@9G7Q32S1yr1Y
if they have refused shelter or housing they should not be allowed but if they have not been offered shelter or housing then it is finw
@9G394H41yr1Y
No but more support should be offered, why have they refused available shelter? There must be a reason
No, but the government should support homeless individuals to find other means of housing/shelter other than public property, as well as create more social programs to provide free food, clothing, and medicine.
@99Q35JZ2yrs2Y
They should take available shelter or housing first. If it is very necessary they should be allowed to encamp on public property.
Treat their mental illness and addiction first
@99CW6BM2yrs2Y
Yes as long as they vacate early in the morning and they can return at night
@99QB8KG2yrs2Y
No but creat more social programs to provide free food, clothing and medicine
No, but instead of penalising or punishing them, push for them to enter a homeless shelter that provides things they would otherwise be lacking such as food, clothing, medicine and in-house education/job training
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