I've been seeing a number of hits from searches on Yahoo and Google that appear to be people in search of help, just like my family needed.
If you are homeless in Jacksonville, Florida, if you are on the streets, if you are feeling unsafe where you are then there is something you can do that you might be afraid of.
If a police officer sees you and your children and approaches you, DO NOT BE AFRAID! They are NOT going to take your children from you! They are NOT going to call Child Protective Services to have this done!
Be honest that you are homeless and ask where you can get help!
There are laws that protect your child and KEEP them in public school. There are people who's jobs are to make sure every resource is made available to you and your family, IF they are aware of you. These people are called "Homeless Liasons" and work at the Duval County School Board in Jacksonville.
Keeping hidden may seem the right thing to do to keep safe and keep your family together, away from thugs, pimps, and 'The State'. You have rights, no less than any other resident in the area you live in. It's not a crime to be poor or need help, but it CAN be a crime if you as a parent do not address things and ask for help.
On the side of this blog are the leading points to start getting help. It's not possible for myself to do anything more. I'm an advocate, not a case worker or employed by any agency. I'm a parent just like you.
Those are the places I got help, and got out. They're the same places I would tell anyone face to face where to go to get help.
Good luck, and blessings to you and your family.
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