Stuck At the Bottom

Here are common phrases we say and hear everyday that the homeless can’t say:

A Utah History Irony:

For those able to store their belongings in a controlled environment, this is what it looks like. They are literally living out of garbage cans.

Here are the sleeping conditions many find themselves in because it is out of sight of homeowners and the police:

Those living on the street have to be resourceful and fix or repurpose whatever they can find.

Another problem facing them is poor nutrition.  Mental health begins in the gut and without proper nutrition, brains & bodies are unable to function at optimal levels. Diets high in processed foods, sugars, and unhealthy fats lead to inflammation, oxidative stress, and negatively impact brain health that increases mental health risks including anxiety and depression.

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