Who We Are and the Methood Behind the Madness

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  Out of sight out of mind

First and foremost,  citizens of large cities all agree on one thing: they want the homeless to disappear. Having them integrated into the city landscape ruins their city landscape.  Cities spread out the homeless to make the problem your problem so you won't care about the money they are wasting. Solving the issue of homelessness means removing individuals from the streets and the city landscape. Placing them in temporary shelters throughout the city is causing the voting public more problems, and during elections, the city council and the legislators will understand this. Making several homeless shelters part of the city and panhandling part of the city commence is preventing citizens from enjoying downtown districts.  The sights, smells, crime and diseases created by homeless sleeping on the streets is unacceptable to the citizens. 

2. Productive Citizens Scream 

"No free homes". 

All voter base demographics do not support solutions that compete with home ownership; such solutions are viewed as impractical and unfair. They oppose the idea of providing free homes, fearing it might encourage people to become homeless in order to secure real estate. Ownership has value and can be transferded.  The belief in working hard, following the rules, and saving for a home is fundamental. The thought that a homeless person could receive the same housing without effort is unacceptable. Solutions tor homelessness should not undermine the value of striving for the American dream of homeownership, nor should they incentivize homelessness as a means to secure housing. Being homeless should never be seen as a desirable or advantageous alternative to hard work.

3. Create a cost-effective program: 

Because the media is finally reporting that all cities have been abusing funds to solve the homeless program, the way politiains respond could influence their political careers. Much of the abuse comes from paying millions of dollars to friendly NGOs, using  Federal and State homeless funding to support NGOs instead of the homeless. These NGOs rely on homeless funding but do nothing but pay their staff.  Cities strive to appease the public by taking action, even if their actions, such as constructing a $166 million high-rise condo (Weingart Tower) in LA to accommodate only 280 homeless out of the 30,000 homeless individuals, defy all logic.   Arizona's effort to cure the homeless problem continues to be a colossal failure. For example, over the past few years, the homeless population in Phoenix has doubled to 8,000. Based upon PHX C.A.R.E.S. the sum total of the city's efforts is providing 1,242 beds at a staggering cost of $140,000,000.00. That equals approximately $100,000 per bed. 

To develop an effective plan to address a problem, it’s crucial to have a deep understanding of the problem. 

Unlike NGOs or politicians, who may lack direct field experience, we have lived among the homeless population. We have gone house to house speaking to the public. This firsthand experience allows us to grasp the concerns of both the homeless individuals and the public regarding this issue.    Since 2018, TBFW has been dedicated to addressing the Homeless problem, conducting observational studies in Phoenix and Los Angeles. We have immersed ourselves in the lives of the homeless by living in the camps and conducting interviews to gain a deeper understanding of their perspective. Our tireless efforts have taken us to the Arizona and California public walking from house to house, seeking to gauge the desires of the public regarding the homeless situation.  After six years of extensive research, we have arrived at the following conclusions. 

Understanding the needs of the homeless to reach success. They don't need a job.   

Treat the problem; don't try to solve it. We need to address the immediate needs of the homeless separately from finding a permanent solution to homelessness. These are two distinct issues. It is ignorant to think that simply placing these individuals in a hotel room will instantly transform them into productive citizens ready for a job and a nuclear family. Those who believe this have never lived with the homeless community. The primary goal should be to get them off the streets, provide hygiene, food, and place them in a safe, well-lit, and clean environment to sleep. They need to breathe. They need to have access to mental healthcare or counseling as living in unsanitary conditions can lead to mental health issues. Once they have had the opportunity to recover and stabilize, we can reintegrate them back into society if they choose to reintegrate back into society. Most homeless would rather live in filth than be controlled by a time clock.  

  The renowned social scientist Troy Ball, who extensively researched the issue of homelessness, once stated that when individuals begin to accept filth, fear, and hunger as a normal part of life, they reach a point of insanity. 

When normal becomes living like an animal, they lose all of the sense of being human. Personal hygiene and healthcare are basic human needs that should not be overlooked. Homeless individuals often live in unsanitary conditions, which heightens the risk of spreading diseases caused by viruses, bacteria, and fungi. To prevent the potential outbreak of widespread illness, it is crucial to provide them with a clean, well-lit, and secure environment where they can sleep, eat, use restroom facilities, and shower. This not only ensures their physical and mental well-being but also safeguards the city from the spread of pathogens.

a. ENSURING A SECURE ENVIRONMENT

In order to guarantee the safety of our previously homeless residents, our facility will implement comprehensive security measures. Throughout the Health Center and Resort City, there are numerous campus-style security beacons, along with a dedicated security team monitoring security cameras at every corner. To ensure the safety and the specific needs of different groups, there are four separate sub-cities within the complex, each with its own security detail: 1. Women and Children, 2. Men and veterans over 50 years old, 3. Men under 50, and 4. Special needs section. These measures are essential to keep out individuals who may pose a threat and to safeguard the most vulnerable citizens, including women, children, the disabled, and the elderly. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of violence or disruptive behavior that jeopardizes the cleanliness and safety of the environment. Our project strictly enforces a one-strike rule, swiftly removing troublemakers from the premises. It is crucial to maintain a secure environment and ensure that street dysfunction remains outside the boundaries of the Health Center.

b. ENSURING A CLEAN ENVIRONMENT

A clean environment is just as vital as a safe environment. To access the Health Center and enjoy a hot meal, guests must shower and launder their clothing. Only those who have showered and are wearing provided scrubs are allowed to enter the main building. Clean clothing is provided on their way out. We take cleanliness seriously, treating each tent like a hotel room and providing fresh linens every four days.

c. ENSURING ACCESS TO FOOD

Access to a hot meal is contingent upon participating in a clean environment. Guests can enjoy a meal at the Health Center cafeteria by simply showering and changing into clean clothing.

d. ENSURING A PATH TO PERSONAL WELL-BEING

The Health Center offers a wide range of services, including medical healthcare, mental health care, substance abuse treatment, job training, employment services, childcare, a mailing address, access to library computers, phone messaging services, donated business attire, and employment counseling to prepare individuals seeking jobs for interviews. We also facilitate AA and other addiction meetings. By providing these comprehensive services, we not only give the homeless the best possible chance to find employment and reintegrate into society, but we also help them regain a sense of normalcy. This environment naturally contributes to restoring mental health and well-being.