Calling out Bootstrappers’ Mom/Apple Pie hypocrisy! — Moms and moms-to-be are in the headlines for the latest ravaging attacks by the anti-abortion crowd. I’m not going to plunge into that hot issue, though I’m certainly in favor of women making their decisions without white male legislators or religious leaders “help.” What gets little media or legislative attention…

But that wasn’t enough. — I met Max in September 2017 in Barnegat, NJ, as I (www.hearus.us) worked on a family homelessness film for the NJ Department of Education. The intensity of Max Malick’s devotion to his 3 kids reflected his appreciation for having a place of their own to live, his relief for being…

Especially Moms in Poverty and Homelessness — Sitting in a New Jersey campground in my little camper-van, prepping for my upcoming presentations and meeting, my head is spinning, not just because of the 50-mph wintery wind gusts. …

Too bad enough elected officials don't listen to reason, or data. Or care about kids, it seems. When was the last time any of us went hungry? Who learns when they're hungry? Inexcusable to not feed kids.

My First LA Friend and her Homeless Legacy — I had never been to Louisiana before. It was my first stop on my HEAR US road trip 18 years ago. I was welcomed at the home (and driveway) of Royann (and Mark) Lane in Clinton, LA. …

Understanding Homelessness Takes Work, Perseverance, Funding — A longtime friend, journalist and community activist, Deena Sherman, recently reached out to connect me to David Cannon, candidate for alderman in my previous hometown, Aurora, IL. David expressed interest in getting involved in homelessness, which afflicts this 2nd-largest Illinois city even worse than when I ran the shelter there…

Investing a little cash in higher ed students who need help pays off big time. In addition to plugging a financial hole, assistance reinforces their value as a contributing member of the educational community and beyond. Win. Win.

What happens to people experiencing homelessness — I blew into Dubuque on Wednesday evening, 2/1/23, as scheduled. My drive through the hinterlands of northwest Illinois left me ever so grateful for the efficient work of snowplow crews. …

‘Doctor’ May Need Further Training! — Dr. Scott Klingberg, director of ministry operations for Gateway Mission in Holland, said when leaders talk about homelessness, they shouldn’t ask whether they’re doing enough — but rather, are they offering real help and real solutions? Klingberg said one method can’t be used to effectively treat all cases of homelessness…