‘Know What I Mean?’ – Length 05:36
This story has some really hard edges to it……But being homeless also has some really hard edges to it. To pretend that’s not the case would be denying truth.
“Most people, if you live in a big city, you see some form of schizophrenia every day, and it’s always in the form of someone homeless. ‘Look at that guy – he’s crazy. He looks dangerous.’ Well, he’s on the streets because of mental illness. He probably had a job and a home”
–Eric McCormak – Actor
“We think sometimes that poverty is only being hungry, naked and homeless. The poverty of being unwanted, unloved and uncared for is the greatest poverty”
–Mother Teresa
If you or someone you know has gambling problems the Exodus Foundation can offer assistance and advice through its Social Health & Wellbeing services and Crisis Intervention program.
Many other kind hearted organisations and Government bodies are also there to help. Links to just some are provided. They are offered in good will to simply assist you in starting your search. There are more organisations in all states which may suit your needs better.
Some other links to Info and Advice
Watershed can help people overcome drug and alcohol
Watershed is one of Australia’s leading Drug & alcohol recovery and education centres providing insight and clarity to victims of substance abuse.
Alcohol dependence – don’t go it alone
For many Australians, there is a fine line between being in charge of their drinking and having drinking control them.
