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Youth Shelters Explained A city administrator, a case manager at a homeless drop-in shelter, and a homeless 19-year-old explain how the shelter system works. [more]	Shapin' Up! When Antwaun balloons up to 291 pounds, he knows it’s time to change his ways. [more]
The Crew from the Parking Lot Reflecting on the mistakes of his childhood friends, Ferentz is determined to do something more with his life. [more]	Leaving the Shelter Doubled My GPA Marlo was homeless several times as a child, with his family. When he becomes homeless again at 18, his concentration and his grades slip. Fortunately, he finds a home. [more]
Finding Freedom Valencia feels like a failure after years of hearing her grandmother's put-downs. She's sent to an RTC, where she meets supportive people who help rebuild her self-esteem. [more]	Below the Poverty Line Coming up on a year in the shelter system, Otis is looking hard for a job and trying to get Social Security payments for his disability. [more] [VIDEO]
Bum-Rushed by the Past An abusive past has left Natasha with anger and panic attacks. [more] [VIDEO]	Shelter Life: Loud and Foul Otis is shocked by the reality of the adult shelter system—constant smoking, drugs, alcohol, fighting, no privacy, and little possibility of sleep. [more] [VIDEO]
Supportive Housing Lavell shares her experience of applying for, then choosing between low-income public housing and supportive housing for mentally ill New Yorkers. [more]	Man With a Plan When a fellow resident ages out into homelessness, Michael resolves to make a plan for himself. [more]