Homeless in the time of COVID: Making do as winter approaches
Colin Campo
As winter approaches, and the coronavirus pandemic continues, staying indoors and waiting for the vaccine to arrive is a popular choice.
But for those who are homeless, shelter in place simply isn t an option. But those who find themselves without a home make the best of their situation.
Homeless comes in many forms, according to Captain Bobby O’Brien of the Houma Police Department, who operates the Bunk House Inn, a homeless shelter in Houma. Those who are homeless often have spent time in the justice system, have lived in the elements, and have spent time without work. Accumulating items is nearly impossible with no place to store them. For many, families have either moved on or passed away.