I went to a funeral a few weeks ago and it seemed like we were burying 3 different guys. Jacinto was the name he got at birth, but only a handful of people at the funeral knew that. He was born in Nashville in 1960 and was raised in an area near downtown. But as …
There can be a lot of misconceptions about homelessness and those experiencing homelessness. In reality, these are just people who need help like the rest of us. At ShowerUp, we believe that everyone deserves a little bit of hope, grace and love. Without this, how can anyone be motivated to be better? Below we have …
FAQ About Those Experiencing Homelessness, Answered. Read More »
Personal hygiene is a basic necessity that most people take for granted. Having access to showers, products, clothing and other necessities is a privilege that others may not have proper access to. Something many people don’t consider is how personal hygiene can have a strong impact on one’s health – both mental and physical. Having …
Homeless. Unhoused. Those experiencing homelessness. These are all used to describe what some call “the homeless problem” that we have in our country. There are an estimated 3 million people who fall in that category and it’s not getting better. Lots of reasons why. It’s a complicated conversation. BUT… what’s not complicated is that they …
At ShowerUp, our mission is to provide those experiencing homelessness with basic necessities, such as personal hygiene products and access to showers. In January of 2020, there were 580,466 people experiencing homelessness in America. On top of this, there are greater risks associated with gender, race, and/or ethnicity – males are far more likely to experience homelessness …
The Homeless Crisis in America and How You Can Help Read More »
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