No Place Like Home

I live in a small town, so I don't "see" many people who are obviously homeless. However, sometimes I visit places cities where homelessness is very visible. Many people want to help without just giving money, so here are a couple ideas: 


Keep a few restaurant gift cards on hand to share with someone who says they are hungry. It's especially good to have cards for restaurants that are easily found. (ie McDonald's, Subway) 


Another way to help someone holding a homeless sign is to keep a few pre-made homeless care packages in your car. I found this idea here: 


 http://beautyandbedlam.com/homeless-carepackages/ 


 Some of the recommended items are 
-toothpaste/toothbrush 
-water bottle 
-moist wipes 
-protein snacks 
-chapstick 
Etc 

 If we're able to help even one person who really needs it, then it is worthwhile.