Sam Is Autistic. Matt Aged out of Foster Care. They're in Love and Homeless
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- Опубликовано: 2 ноя 2020
- I am not sure even where to start describing this interview. The story of this homeless couple is both wonderful and troubling. My hope is you'll see two homeless people who's lives from a young age were filled with surviving disabilities, abuse, and uncertainty. If we are ever going to end homelessness, we must fix families and how children are raised.
Matt and Sam are homeless in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Both are originally from Texas. After Matt aged out of foster care, he was sleeping in the woods on an abandoned couch. Matt enrolled himself in high school, which is amazing for any kid to put themselves through school while experiencing homelessness.
In his senior year, Matt went into a youth program he says helped him a lot, but then he started using drugs and get into trouble. Matt was kicked out back to the streets, which is where he met Sam. Matt then dropped out of school to get a job to help take care of Sam, who is autistic.
Sam left home to be with Matt. They say it was a high school love. When I asked for more details, Sam wasn't living with family, and the situation wasn't healthy. Sam says her mom loved drugs more than. her children and that her step-dad physically and sexually abused her.
SAM'S MOM SOLD HER TO HER BEST FRIEND WHEN SAM WAS FOUR! I put this in all caps because childhood abuse and childhood trauma play a significant role in how a person functions as an adult. It's easy to point a finger at a homeless person judging them that their homelessness is their choice, but when you learn more about a person's story, you'll often find layers of childhood abuse and neglect.
Sam graduated from high school even while surviving homelessness and autism. I cannot stress enough how amazing this is. At fifteen, Sam was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome, which is a condition on the autism spectrum, with generally higher functioning.
The couple has been in and out of homeless shelters. At one point, they were kicked out of a Salvation Army shelter for not being able to pay the $7 a night, which is a homeless services model that is whacked. Some shelters now charge per night per bed. The only way people with no income can raise $7 a night is by panhandling or doing crimes.
Matt has been in and out of trouble. Last year Sam spent the winter outside alone while Matt was in jail. The couple also gave birth to children while homeless, who were put up for adoption.
The good news is that at the time of this interview, Sam was approved for Section 8 housing and Matt had positive feedback from an employer about a possible job.
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It’s so sad to see this happen to people
I will advocate this with all my scholarly and professional influence and collaberation.
I'm not trying to make fun of anyonr, just trying to be positive humerous when I say me and sam havr the same politics on abortion 😎
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Mark. In 2020 what is the reality of homeless now .because donald trump has fucking destroyed ur country America. Ie America is not the land of the free. In ireland 🇮🇪 homelessness is suicidal..im in a car homeless Mark. Because I have 2 small dogs. Housing wants me to give up my dogs. Without my digs I'd kill myself. Homelessness takes ur whole body mind. Im trash and scum to people. But I work in human rights ..my job doesn't know. But they know now ..Mark. u really have to give the reality of the people who die or dead committed suicide. Thats the reality of homelessness. These two young people are wonderful..god bless them and hope they find a home married kids. Etc.
Aging out of foster care and not being taught any skills to get a job should be illegal
Yup I went through it and it for sure does make life a insane amount harder. Not only are you forced to be homeless when you did nothing wrong but you are also clueless about life and have to learn very quickly.. it should be illegal indeed
Frfr💯
I hear these stories and feel so lucky my foster parents adopted me. My birth mother had mental health issues and I have them too but I've been lucky to have a family and support. I even talk to her (birth mother) regularly now so that's been neat. I've gone through drug addiction and homelessness and although it's difficult for my dad to understand he's really been there through all of it.
@The Catmother In Nazi Germany anyone deemed unwell/unworthy was surgically altered. This included anyone with mental health conditions and anyone with a hereditary deformity. Pretty extreme. Many of them died after these operations. Most of them were killed anyway in gas chambers.
I agree. Also the same for abusive homes the kids like myself n my siblings trapped in abuse not rescued by the system. We are not taught anything and housebound. We struggle harder at school.
So all those vulnerable from dysfunctional families in foster care or still trapped in abusive families.
She's autistic and got her high school diploma while being homeless, people have no clue how difficult that had to be and some people can't do it not having the issues she has, i hope the best for these 2 they both deserve better.
@Dank Dank She was 'stimming'. This is what Autistic people do. Sometimes with their hands, face or rocking like that. They do this because they desperately need physical stimulation or they will feel a sense of nothing which they can't bare. If you haven't experienced it you can't imagine what it feels like. It goes right across the spectrum and is different in different people. It's a little like when kids fidget at a certain age. I used to get hit of my grandad for this and then it developed into facial twitching so then my dad used to yell at me for twitching all the time. Back then there was no information about it nor any meds I could of taken. I was often thrown out of class for never being able to sit and concentrate for any length of time. This made me grow up believing I was a failure because some of my teachers back then loved to tell me I was a waste of space. That's why I relied to your comment. In this day we have plenty of knowledge about autism and how it affects people.
@@MICKEYISLOWD no need to expplain things to ignorant assholes, i guess he just watches these videos to feel a bit better about himself
She is amaaazi g lol
You guys seem so at peace though I was a bawling wreak for half my life when my life went slideways
I love them
Such sweet human beings I truly wish them the best. Update us please
Why don’t you invite them to stay at your place? Everybody’s wishing someone else will do something...
@@Sincerit Exactly, meaningless sympathy
@@Sincerit Why don't you? The fuck. Don't blame average citizens. Blame the system and tell them to do something about it.
Drugs, alcohol, divorce, illegitimacy = homelessness. People have a choice. I have over one hundred fifty years of family history of alcoholism, slavery, sex abuse, poverty, and drug abuse behind me. You can pull yourself out. My children have never experienced any of these things. Stop having kids you cannot support.
@@myrtle1234 there is no real safety net in the US for people in poverty or almost in poverty
As an autistic and bipolar woman the life is already hard enough and being homeless, kudos for them to stay together and surviving everything, I hope them can have an easier life for now
True..
I hope that this two nice people will get help to get a good future..
They are so young..
Autistic people are nutters. Just look at that woman!!
You guys are perceiving his smile the wrong way, hes smiling to cover up embarrassing shame and sadness. Just cause someone smiles doesn't mean their happy
@@abrupt_oliver A smile is not just a smile. People can cry because they're happy, sad, nervous, or excited. People can smile for those reasons as well.
oliver smith A smile is not just a smile LMAOOO
I have seen people smile even when they are sad or at funerals. People sometimes criticize that but it is not an uncommon reaction in those type of situations.
I love these two too!!
I feel like he's lying about the kids being adopted to a good home.
She qualifies for disabled housing. Check into it please.
People like this comment so it gets noticed
She has a section 8 voucher.
I’m autistic and I have depression, anxiety, adhd, and multiple autoimmune disorders and I’m still fighting for disability and disabled housing two years later.
@@aspieasmr194 make sure you write down the side effects from your meds. They shouldn’t be turning you down. But side effects nails it
@@aspieasmr194 damn sorry girl
We definitely need an update on this couple.
@GusGuy69's Revenge what ????
100%
He lost a job because he smelled at work, while he was homeless... I hate the direction this world is going in 😭
Give this guy a job. He speaks so well and would be an excellent asset for any company.
Very much so
Yep, he could build rapport with customers/clients no problem, and is intelligent.
call center or sales for sure!!
If he wanted a job he'd probably have one.
Friendly face too.
It is beyond disgusting that anyone would charge a homeless person for shelter. The Salvation Army has one more thing to be ashamed of.
@Trinket Mage nothing. That’s what you “charge”
A more socialized approach would be the best option, start seeing each other as equals and start living in community unity instead of label and blame.
@Trinket Mage it says in the video...$7
@Trinket Mage per night
@Trinket Mage you obviously didn’t understand when I said a more socialized society, politically....or maybe you did in which case I completely disagree. Then they wouldn’t have to charge.
@Trinket Mage you obviously don’t understand me. Look into socialism.
We do not need to let money rule the world. We could all contribute towards the greater good of humanity then they would not have to charge. Money isn’t everything. Go watch some more of these videos and see how much these people make in a day then add food shoot it would help more people off the street and give them a break. Your view is very capitalist and who can blame you, you’re American.
19:33 the way Sam stops and takes in the question... it's like watching a really bright person who was never given a chance
People who are autistic are also in all honesty incredibly bright.
@@wonderlandian8465 yes this is often true , unfortunately some people are not as high functioning , I was in an aspergers group and the oldest member outside of the group leaders (all on the spectrum) ,was very low functioning ,he was 30something and still lived with his mom, he didnt know his phone number, he didnt know what was appropriate or not to say or do in the group , he couldnt hold even the most minimalistic job, etc etc etc. I dont think he got diagnosed very early and didn't seem to be getting the proper care. It's very sad to see how some people can be blessed with aspergers (I'd consider myself blessed, maybe not romantically,that'd be probably easier but I honestly think I'd rather be with someone who has aspergers after having gone out with neurotypicals, it'd also be a plus if they had BPD(BorderlinePersonalityDisorder/Not bipolar) and how some people are cursed with it, unable to articulate their thoughts and feelings, some who have very severe autism may have trouble speaking, relationships are quite difficult to maintain , people will often look down on you or treat you different, people make fun of you and try to take advantage of you, they belittle you in front of others or undermine you,they will talk in this condescending baby voice or even slow their level of speech to half of what they normally speak . It's pretty messed up how both the homeless and autistic are often treated/stigmatized by the general population or ignorant people. I got lost writing this along the way but yeah it just bothers me, regardless of how high functioning someone is, how people assume people with autism are and the way their often treated when they find out . I keep it a secret whatever place I work now because Its really no ones buisness anyway unless I need extra help or something and even than that doesnt mean all my employees need to know maybe just my employer . Anyway this has dragged on but I hope someday people grasp a better understanding or autism and stop lumping all of us in some fucked up box
@@leeroypancake Yep, very acutely put, obviously it's a different situation depending on the individual but i myself as someone who doesn't have any form of aspergers i always felt like it was god's (whichever one you believe in) way of blessing , much like you said you feel blessed, certain people with a different level of not only understanding but just intelligence. That's my experience anyways with the people i've seen or interacted with who have aspergers, lot of them are doing much better in life than i am.
Wonderlandian Sam’s point about abortion helps convince me that every life is a blessing , its very admirable to see perspectives of all people, as well as very informative on finding ways of relating to one another
Society fails to invest, and throws away, too many valuable people. It’s shocking, sad and horrific: ‘A mind is a terrible thing to waste…’
Being homeless is not a voluntary choice, but a series of tragic events in life has led to this result. It is heartbreaking to see people who need the most help being ignored by society. I wish there will be some improvement in the near future.
This is not true in the aggregate. Sure, that’s true for some people, but there are so many homeless people that choose to stay on the streets. They could choose to get clean, get assistance, get a job, and get a home. They choose not to do so.
I went to high school with these two! Sam was socially awkward girl but always so bubbly while Matt was so well mannered, I remember him opening the doors for people in the hallways. Even after high school I do remember them being homeless, they would smile and I would say Hi. Still cant believe they ended so far away!
wow! you were a real classmate then.
Yeah she is a bit akward indeed. Sometimes she say things that make me cringe a bit.
@@callmedaddy9022 What is actually your point sweetie?
Pray for them. I hope they got their diplomas. Cause that is your ticket.
@@lievevlindertjes.7933 why does that make you cringe that’s weird. are you that insensitive
Most of us are just one paycheck from homelessness.
Sad but true
im 50 paychecks away from being homeless. but not a lot of people have this luxury
@@user-gu1hl2kx2k kinda tuf sleeping in my ferrari
@@realasscracka you could sell it and donate the money... The most content and peaceful human beings possess compassion
This is true. I live paycheck to paycheck but thank god I haven’t struggled
"don't ask how you can help unless you're really willing to help, because 9 times out of 10 you aren't gonna like the answer you get" that's so powerfully and well worded and so painfully true. Sam's is a very 'there but for fortune' story for me, and even though I'm currently very fortunate to have a crappy studio, that rings very true. I'm sure its something a lot of people with trauma and mental illness and neurodivergance understand too well. People offer to help, but only on their terms and not materially or practically with what you actually need. Then they ask you why you don't ask for help.
It does help. Otherwise you just self destruct your self like I have been doing. And my family or Spain still don’t care. Cause I’m only young I didn’t think I had to ask I thought family and friends would know…….
This seems off. Everytime he isn’t in her life, she gets a home, but when they are together they are always homeless. They clearly care about each other but this seems to be a bigger story
My thoughts exactly. Something doesnt add up
The whole story is very odd to me
Maybe just it has something to do with some stupid law that only allows her free housing while she doesn't have a relationship partner, these people themselves doesn't sound off at all lol
Actually thinking more about it, maybe she didn't got free housing before at all, but was put in some mental institution for her sad disability, while they felt embarrased to admit what exactly happened
@Keith1974 People who make such immoral judgements about other people they don't truly know are often really what they say those other people are, so you pretty much sound fishy yourself brud
I love his smile when she talks. You can tell he truly cares about her.
Jonas Alspaugh
Yes, he has a nice caring spirit too.
They make a nice couple and I am glad they have one another, being alone is no fun.
@@christineadams1284 Must be why he's on probation.
Yes! True love...
yes ...he seems like a lovely guy
Deep Inside
Did he physically harm someone?
Or just break a civil statute, code or policy, Big difference.
Contract Law.
You can tell, he is trying so hard with positive attitude to get something. His way of talk indicates he is not in drugs or anything. Just normal people with bad luck. Wishing them all the best.
He said he used/uses drugs.
@@GazB85 exactly “used” and the person who commented I’m guessing what they’re saying is that they’re not on drugs as you can clearly see they’re not acting like how people would be on drugs.
Yall obviously don't spend a lot of time around drug users. Her, I can't tell. Him? Definitely.
Dudes genuine and real, he didn’t guilt trip or blame others. He owned up to and summed up why he ended up in that place fairly honestly..
@@Susannah-Dean Susannah, people act alsorts of ways on alsorts of drugs.
He wasn't specific about what drug(s) he used, so you assuming he is on something is stupid cause there's no comparison video where he is definitely sober.
“I did the winter, it wasn’t too bad.” As I sit here feeling sorry for myself over trivial things. Count your blessings everyone ❤️. Trusting & praying that this couple finds a solid home soon.
Amen
Your problems matter too
❤❤❤
My heart goes out to Sam...going through what she went through and still being as resilient and strong-willed is simply beautiful!
Homelessness aside, what a lovely interabled couple. So respectful and caring for each other.
@FASCIST INCEL Self comforting common often seen w autism.
@FASCIST INCEL shes autistic dude... its impossible to tell why shes rocking back and forth she gots lots of tics i guess shes snuggling with herself or pretend shes sitting sideways in a rocking chair..
Anyways sweet couple
@FASCIST INCEL she is stimming us people with autism have ways we behave when we are either shy , uncomfortable, and nervous .
@Recovering INCEL She has Austim , along with truma, and the rocking is self soothing.
@Recovering INCEL nerves, anxiety.. the rocking is a self-soothing motion.. my ex husband did it his entire life.
He’s so positive and that’s something that can’t be taught in school
He’s a guy who truly enjoys his life and is grateful for what he has. This is what should be flexed on social media kids would be way less fucky
Oh yes it can be taught. It just doesn’t really
Until he lashes out and commits a felony
Beautiful comment.
I love when she listed out everything that she suffered from and he smiled as if it only made her more unique and he couldn’t care less 💛💛💛that’s precious
He is basically saying you are a strong person, and I admire you for going through life even through all that.
I like the fact that they have each other to take care of
I'd be interested to know what percentage of homeless people have been neglected/abused in childhood. Guessing it's over 80% 😕
it is most definitely a pattern. The bible says "sins of the father" pass down generation curses, which is what this is.
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@@InvisiblePeople But even in the Old Testament God says that people will no longer die for the sins of their forefathers (chapter 18 of Ezekiel). I do believe that families have curses/spirits that make life difficult, but they can be broken off with prayer ministry. God won't punish people for others' unrighteous living.
@@polyglotta1 I am a Christain, but I am not spooky meaning the curse I believe the bible is talking about is parents passing down sins (character traits, abuse, etc) to their children, who pass it on to their children. This curse can be broken - I work daily to not pass on what my father passed to me.
@@InvisiblePeople I see what you mean. But there's a lot going on in the spiritual realm too that we also influence e.g. 'the power of life and death is in the tongue' - we can actually curse ourselves by pronouncing bad things over our future or present life. If we don't have faith in God's goodness it becomes harder for Him to bless us. Sorry if this sounds like Christianese, I've just learned it from experience ☺
Here I was, depressed about the elections, thinking it was the end of the world, and RUclips recommends this video to me. Sam and Matt have REAL problems and yet they seem so cheerful and positive. I am sitting in a warm house; my belly is full. I have no right to be depressed.
Amen!
Well depression is not something we can control by will power. It doesn’t work like that. It’s a chemical imbalance that happens without your choice. I hope you know that the election will affect these ppl, politics touches absolutely everything in our communities, and it’s okay to be upset about it.
I live in chronic pain with 13 disabilities and autism as well. I can tell you survival on the street with autism is NOT EASY in fact it is pure HELL! Abuse just for being autistic at home is common. I am autistic and have been for 60 years. I have PTSD , I can't trust others and lots of other stuff associated with abuse for being autistic. My job pays extremely well, I live in a nice home. I have a full refrigerator\freezer and another freezer full of food. Compared to these lovely folks living on the streets I have no problems at all NONE! Sir can't you talk to your probation officer about having your probation case supervision switched to Alaska Department of Corrections.
Perspective
@Bent true
I love the perspective I get from watching these. There’s amazing people out there in situations most of us could not imagine. I truly hope that someday I’m in a position to be able to help every person like this that I meet.
this channel teaches me that love doesn't always exist in a family
I'm never gonna complain about my life again
I'm gonna pray so much for them
Amen 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽we are so bless 🙏🏽
whoever "sold" her as a kid should be reported, disgusting....
Her mother sold her
@L M I’m so sorry ☹️
The fact that countries don't have the death penalty for defiling children should tell you all you need to know. Savage ☣️
@@silentlamb7043 But, but...they are people too! They can be rehabilitated! Yada yada yada. (I'm on your side! We are way too nice to people that fuck up children.)
She probably got bought by someone who cared for her and would rather have her than having her stay in her rough situation. If i saw a kid in need I would do the same, I know people who has done the same. Basically paying a parent to be able to take care of his child.
This is so sad, really surprised how much this man smiles. Really wish the best for him
This is so sad man they seem like they're genuinely kind souls. They're not bad people just in a bad situation. I hope they can make the most out of everything and that a lot of blessings come their way.
"I'd wish for nicer people in the world" :( me too
If everyone would say that nobody will change
Just be the nicest version of yourself. You can impact people to do the same
I wish for that as well unfortunately its not going to happen since technology has made human kind anti social and causes our brains to become unfamiliar with what is right and what is wrong to say during a conversation. It takes someone with a good weight on their shoulders to be the kindest person
you have to be the change. no “i wish”, you start, you inspire, you thrive. it all starts with you. me. us.
@@evanobrien9585 change your thinking. things will change, that i promise.
These are the children that get lost in the cracks
I think these are the children that get lost on crack
So true It is and it is sad and messed up
@@mopimpn Poor taste.
@SYNIKAL1989 I don’t see how that comment is Making fun of them but they do and she have a lot of Obstacles .That if they whould have the right support whould be better off.
They don’t get lost in the cracks, they are PUSHED; head first.....
When she explains her struggles he just sits and smiles, because he knows none of that matters and he'll always do what he can for her no matter what... that's special. Really good people
Wishing these two the best in life . I can’t even imagine what they must’ve been through. Praying for both of them
I like how Matt lets Sam talk. You can tell he is very patient with her. He is very articulate, if only they lived in my country they wouldn’t be in this position. I hope they are ok.
@Anna Davis Australia. They would have received free healthcare and schooling. Lots of social programs and housing especially for those with special needs, not to mention children. We’re not perfect but this certainly wouldn’t have happened.
@@ricecrash5225 they would get that here in the USA too. In fact she would have been top priority being pregnant and a mother. I wonder what his felony charges are because that could be her undoing . There are so many programs here to help her specifically
My son is autistic and we got SSI within 4 months and very easy process. You have to actually put some effort into it.
@@beanj580 are these programs church run by any chance?
@@googleemail7369 I don't think so. I think it is run by everyone who can work and meets certain requirements or income levels.
@@googleemail7369 churches run programs as well but mostly would be state aide. I'm thinking he has a felony charge that prevents them from accessing programs. She may be unwilling to comply with said programs. She could have a wealth of services but she also needs to adhere to certain guidelines to access them. Pennsylvania has plenty of homeless shelters that are free. They provide evening shelter, 3 meals a day, etc. There is more than meets the eye here
Salvation army charging $7 per night... I don't understand, are they running a hostel or a shelter? What are the public donations for?
I would not be surprised if the money is secretly going towards the CEO’s pockets.
why don't y'all go volunteer & help out instead of complaining?
go pay for someone's bed for a week or month ?
@@emmapeel8163 that's what people donate to the salvation army for...
Just wait; sidewalk Santa will charge you ten bucks to donate to the kettle.Shame on you. Someone please check how many Army executives live in mansions
@@emmapeel8163
1) How do you know that some of us don’t already? We are still allowed to “complain” if we do or not.
2) The other guy is right, our donations is suppose to help go towards that.
3) do YOU volunteer or are you just here complaining about us complaining?
❤️🙏😭😭 We have an autistic daughter, this is so heartbreaking. We are praying for this sweet couple. Thank you for your videos, the world needs to know and understand.
I instantly fell in love with the both their characters, they deserve so much better. Life is so god damn unfair.
"SAM'S MOM SOLD HER TO HER BEST FRIEND WHEN SAM WAS FOUR! I put this in all caps because childhood abuse and childhood trauma play a significant role in how a person functions as an adult. It's easy to point a finger at a homeless person judging them that their homelessness is their choice, but when you learn more about a person's story, you'll often find layers of childhood abuse and neglect."
You said this so well and I would like to add that a lot of people that appear to be functioning and even thriving in society suppress and hide their childhood trauma or vulnerability and as a result of that they cannot bear the sight of vulnerable people. I believe this might be part of why society has gotten so callous. Damaged people have to get past their survival instincts if they want to find help but society also has to open it's eyes more to the underworld of society also.
You know what? If I saw a kid in trouble and that parent was willing to sell me their kid, I'd buy that child. For a parent (if you can call them that) to do that, I would rather they end up with me. Going through the proper channels would not be quick enough for this type of "parent". I could only imagine who this "mother" could find to buy her daughter. What same person knows anyone that would sell their child?
Depression
That’s what I was thinking too
There are karmic repercussions for their deplorable actions. This couple has real love . Her abusers will never know this.
I stopped at that part too....
I live in Harrisburg.. I may be able to get him a job.. Im gonna try to look for them
Fabulous. Thank You.
That would amazing!!! I pray you find them ❤️
do let us know
Please let us know
Do it bro God gonna bless you a lot with health 4 you and your family God Pay you 10 times for that action
This is so uplifting. Such wonderful people, I hope the best for both of them.
I have faith these two will be in a better position within a year. They seem like genuinely nice people in bad circumstances. I can only pray these guys get a home soon xx
Awe Sam, your diagnoses list sounds just like mine...most people just assume I am on drugs...I have to regularly get tested to prove that I am not, honestly. I don't really have any friends because of my mental disorders, and I know how tough that can make homelessness...when I was homeless, no one helped me or looked out for me. I am glad you have Matt. I hope you both get off the street as soon as possible. Best wishes.
I hate that you face such loneliness. We all deserve friendship and support. Most of my friends are far away but I keep in touch. It's hard for me to make friends and it's hard for others to understand mental illness. I hope you find a way to get more social. I'm wanting the same and it's been extra difficult with the pandemic!
I'm sorry you feel you have no friends. Here's hoping you connect with someone 🙂
Hey! I really hope things start looking up for you! Please take inspiration in my words and find the strength to keep going and get better. I wish you the best and more💪❤️
✌️❣️ to you!!
Hope you are doing better now Aaron
Homeless shelters charging $7.00 per nite?? That's outrageous. These shelters are getting money left & right and CHARGING money to the homeless they are claiming to serve? We all need to pull together in our communities and question these tactics. Question how much they make in donations, thrift stores, state funds, etc. Something is very wrong. That young lady should be housed snd taken care of...she is an unwell female on her own essentially.
At one point, in my city, the homeless were forced to work for 6-8 hours a day sweeping allies...for $20 a day...and the shelter took $13 of that a night...so they were left with $7...try saving first and lasts months rent on $7 a day that you also need to use for food and all of your other necessities. They way cities choose to deal with homelessness is nearly always disgusting.
@@AaronHendu Oh my goodness!!!they make the homeless,junkies and other vagabonds WORK!!For a bed!And they still keep 7 bucks!Call the U.N now,thats a crime against humanity...oh i think im gonna faint,ohhhhhhh....😵
@@andronikusable Would you work for $20 a day? lol Not going to comment any further than that, no point in arguing with the ignorant.
If you pay for something then you will #1 Have a sense of self worth #2 Not learn to rely totally on others #3 It gives them a sense of self worth and builds character that will help the person later in life. Just my 2 cents.
I''ve payed 14 euros at a night in Rotterdam - Netherlands - for a hostel - that hostel was crazy ! - more like 5 star hotel but without the private room ! - and this fuckers charge 7$ - this is not help this is a business ! -
This is a beautiful story. He has a genuine smile and it seems like they both did a lot for each other. I wish the best for them!!
Growing up with autism became hard for me. Now I'm 21, wanting to become an aspiring rapper helps to get the anger off my chest. I mainly rap conscious lyrics alot about the homelessness, disabled/aspergers/autistic communities being rejected in society, etc. It's the worst feeling being revolved around this issue in life. Making meaningful songs about being autistic helps me to "raise awareness" in the music industry and I will always bring that topic so the people can understand about autism and our pain.
That is beautiful, you’re awesome. Wishing you all the best.
Omg! Awesome!!!! Subscribed right away!!!
Like eminem 😮
Damn, I don't know if a lot of people understood what Sam meant when she said she wants an apocalypse to happen because to my sense and knowledge from watching this episode was that in an apocalyptic world there are no rich or poor just people trying to survive, they're all equal. What makes one better than another is how good you are at surviving because it's either your surviving or dead and to Sam's perspective, that's the "perfect world".
beautifully said and I have the same fantasy as Sam
It sounds like a good idea. But it would be survival of the fittest. With no laws or authority there would be a lot crime and murder just for basic necessities. People with power would take advantage of to control those with needs. I feel like it's a double edge knife.
Sounds like communism
@@aightbet164 Literally not
Equal? I dont think so.
I have a daughter who has autism and Sam's one incredibly sweet and loving girl. I wish her and Matt the very best of luck with everything. #myheartissohurtrightnow.
When she said she just wants money for food it broke my heart.
She absolutely is.
What an amazing story that is honest and also so heartbreaking on so many levels. I hope their adopted children live a better life and learn about who their real mom and dad are one day when they are mature enough. The girl is so amazing with all the mental problems she has and abuse she went through. True love with conquer all problems and I hope everyone who reads this takes a second and remembers that they are worth it. Thanks for the content and stay blessed.
This is one of the saddest and most inspirational videos I've ever seen, I wish the best for bolth of you . These to should be on the news every day instead of the crap thats fed to us. These to are happier and have accomplished more with eachothers support in the worst case scenario than most of us will ever have to.
This is how we let people struggle in the richest country on earth.
Right!
Sam reminds me of one of my daughters. She ended up homeless 5 years ago, with mental illness. I just found out she was arrested, so thank god I know now know where she is.
This breaks my heart
Don't fool yourself mate there is nothing rich about your country
Correct this is NOT the richest country
@@dbiniable which one is it then?
@@dbiniable howmuch.net/articles/distribution-worlds-wealth-2019
‘Free’ homeless shelters now cost 7 dollars a night?!?
SAD
So far for non profit
That's insane in San Diego shelters are free
What's the point of a shelter if it costs money???
@@brix1094fuckhandles I doubt there's enough space in the San Diego shelters for everyone. Most get left out anyway.
@@stephen1922 you are right but there are a lot of homeless in facilities now but cause of covid I'd say before it probaly about 30% we're staying in shelters down here but after it's gone by double because alpha project could house up to 400 people at there faculty but when covid happened alpha project father joe's um army very and another went to the convention center and I know alpha project Is housing at least 1000 ppl with 1200 beds idk about the other facilities but the homelessnes went way down with covid
Bless their souls, I'm studying to be a social worker to help the forgotten in society. These interviews are amazing to understand the psyche of constant homelessness.
I really hope that they are able to find housing and eventually make their way to Alaska. I'm from Alaska and it is a beautiful place. Unfortunately, we have a lot of issues with the treatment of homeless people in Anchorage but I'm truly hoping they can make their way to their cabin and find sustainable work. I love how protective Matt is of Sam and they have such a deep connection.
This is so fucking tough situation. They both have nice souls. Thanks Mark for showing this to the world. I really hope someone near them see this and help somehow.
@@Bebedollie you literally started an argument out of nothing. Bravo 👏
I agree with you and i don't care what language you use to describe the situation these descent souls have found themselves in.
Heartwrenching.
Yeah it really sucks
No it's not, it's not pleasant, because they're phfruqk'n and spitting out babies 👌😷
@@jeep19 yeah I was surprised about that
@@kelseyjay3733 thank the heavens they dont have to claim aborted fetuses and rejoice in the spreading of Gods children
@@nananana. excuse me but some women have had to get abortions. Tht doesn’t mean they are bad ppl. Your god commanded new born babies to death. God is not pro life. You clearly don’t know the Bible
this is so sad and amazing at the same time i’m so happy they’re with each other they seem to love each other and care for each other. This is the type of love i hope i find some day :(. Much love to them i hope they’re doing alright right now. :( ❤️
He seems a really lovelly guy. Cant beleive how he lived in the woods and still managed to go to high school. Good luck and love to them both xx
She got so CALM when she thought about her post apocalyptic wish. Bless her
Omg I noticed that too! ♥️
It’s a coping mechanism
@@wdekeizer stim
You're very observant Grace.....I'll pray for them
And im stealing her phrase stupidbutts btw itd be interesting having those two as friends
2 people that been through so much found love in one another. Beautiful couple 🙏🏽. God bless y’all. I’m from Texas as well.
Sam, I’m so sorry for all the pain you have gone through! I pray you and Matt find the perfect place to live and he gets the perfect job! I love you guys!
This man may be homeless but he has everything by having this woman beside him. God bless them both.
it's sick that they're just thrown away like trash.
They obviously did the same to their own flesh and blood! I don't pity them one bit!
@@themetamorphosisofgipsy I can see your point, but is is much, much better for the children to be in a stable loving home rather than be living on the streets with them, at least they did not abuse their children.
@@themetamorphosisofgipsy Exactly makes me so angry.
@@themetamorphosisofgipsy They gave two up for adoption and found a safe place for the third child. That seems extremely responsible given their life circumstances. I'm not sure what you think they should have done. I was adopted myself. Was a foster child and was lucky that my foster parents adopted me.
It’s fucking horrible. People need to help more. Modern day people are sooooo ungrateful they have no clue what is like to be in a bad situation.
Thank you for sharing these stories !!
Man, that’s true love right there. Love that transcends circumstances and mental faculties.
i relate so much with her. I'm an autistic homeless woman who also graduated from HS while homeless. being disabled, young, and homeless is very hard.
May god bless you. I love u and I’m sending love your way
@@friedsun4031 like what? At least with a phone you get the power of information. I rather have a phone than eat once.
where do u sleep if u dont mind. do u get regular sleep on the streets?
@@leahm3217 thank you 💙
@@friedsun4031 how am I supposed to call about housing or find housing? how am I supposed to obtain resources like soup kitchens? how am I supposed to keep in touch with my doctor/therapist? how am I to call 911 if I'm in danger? my phone is my computer, alarm clock, medication reminder, clock, flashlight and so much more. my phone is a free phone from metro PCS. have some common sense. this comment is so damn ignorant. I'm not allowed to have modern conveniences, which are required in some instances, because im homeless? did you know that all of my doctor's/therapy appointments are over video chat?
I'm crying....
Please help them....
It's a beautiful couple....
They have all my blessings and prayers from India 🇮🇳🙏
That's very kind of you to bless these people from the other side of the world; thank you. Doesn't India have a very bad problem with homelessness too? Is it worse than the USA, or the same? The city of Los Angeles now has an incredible problem with tent cities of homeless stretching for blocks; I think that LA likely has the worst homelessness in the USA
@@Iamthepossum sir thanks to your concern ,yes India does have this problem and its worse but there many non skilled labor job to do so they get a little money and for food or shelter they mostly eat at temples,gurdwara it provides meals two times a day and they sleep near temples,mosques.More over as far as I knew govt provides 2kg rice for 2 rupees, all christian communities too regularly give medical checkups in my area for free,all of these are my personal experience as I served some time in local temple,gurdwara as volunteer.
Incredible channel.
Very emotional and thoughtful videos.
Omg the happiness on his face talking about her graduation 🥺 he’s so proud of her I can’t 😭
They are so good together,glad they have each OTHER GOD BLESS THEM
He may be unlucky to be homeless, but is truly a blessing to find a partner like her
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Yes, good for him
for that in a way, he is blessed to have someone by his side and whom he can trust to be there for him aside from her having a disability.
True not many women would leave a rich home to be with him living on the streets. She is also a beautiful soul.
@@etherealenergy9471 did you forget about the abuse in that home?
America has failed the abused. As a former foster child, there are not enough resources for beautiful people as this couple.
It has failed everyone but special the abused it sets up a system only to abuse them more.
Aging out and homelessness is a huge issue around the United States. Pdx area has programs that are attempting to address this. Thank you for sharing their stories.
The guys smile in the thumbnail is wonderful. My life is no where near this troubled but i wish i could have his positivity. It seems like he’s trying and that says a lot. I hope things work out for the two of them
This guy is an extremely pure person. I can’t believe how caring and selfless he is. It is beautiful to see their relationship and love for each other. Love and strength can get you through anything.
I dont think getting a troubled girl pregnant 3 times only to give up the babies is a good choice or shows good judgement. When she finally gets settled she'll probably have guilt about it for the rest of her life.
@Bob Johnson relax Bob. Running around and commenting how terrible of a person is on a video isn't shining light on anything. Stop hating bruv.
@@tubester4567 Well I'm assuming since they are homeless they may have a difficult time affording protection.
@@jellybeangrl0808 Someone in their position can get free birth control. Even expensive options like getting tubes tied (or tubal ligation) are covered for free for homeless people.
@@tubester4567 Oh ok. I didn't know that.
This woman has a heart of gold. She literally left her house to be beside her loved one in the streets. She’s just truly amazing.
Both of them had such rough lives. Jesus christ. I respect them both for staying awesome.
“We must fix families and how children are raised”.
Their stories are so layered - wow .
Yes and let’s also acknowledge that there is a good number of people who should *not* be having children.
Loads of Respect and affection for these two...❤️👍
Man I wish I was rich so I could help people like this. People who genuinely never had a chance at a happy life in their younger years, I can relate so heavily to their particular situations. My heart aches seeing things like this and knowing I won’t ever be able to give people a second chance at a better life.
same here
@peter richmond While it would be a great help for the 1% to help, what's stopping you from doing all you can to help?
Let's all get together and write Elon Musk a letter asking for some money to help the people that are homeless in the state that he grew up in! The guy just made 15 billion dollars in one day! He's worth a 117 billion dollars and virtually worthless! And there's many more like him!
@peter richmond Yeah, but it's "not their problem" to look out for those who are lesser. And here my mom bitches about having to give her money up to people on welfares or whatever you call it with Biden wanting to do. But she doesn't know that not all of them sit on their asses all day and do nothing. I wish she was more compassionate to these types of things, but instead she's like, "Why don't they just get a job?" And I constantly have to explain to her the reasoning for why some people aren't as capable as her.
America we have failed. There shouldnt be people in these situations at all.
Maybe, but you can never uproot problems like this. They will always exist.
@@ReasonAboveEverything maybe if the systems werent so broken that are supposed to help in the first place
I really don’t know why people think America is the only nation in the world. Homelessness is everywhere
Are you surprised that countries fail?
@@test-zg4hv truth, drugs are too easy to get. When I was 16 I went down that path but I had the strength to pull myself out and never reached things like heroin or crack thank god
Great couple! She is brilliant and I hope her wishes do come true! Lovely hearts and attitudes even with the struggles they have endure. You can see Theo love each other and care for each other. I wish them well and hope their life changes for sooo much better, they deserve a chance to show how smart and good hearted they are. Really enjoyed this couple speaking their experiences and mind.
Imagine being a homeless shelter receiving countless donations saying it's used to help the homeless and then charging the homeless money when they can't even afford a roof over their head. That's just beyond messed up.
That's why you examine a nonprofit before you donate.
Maybe the non-profit isn't getting enough donations to cover their own costs.
Salvation Army is awful on many levels. They're homophobic and transphobic too.
@@shadetreader I 've heard horror stories about them. Apathetic/cruel staff, miserly policies, sexual assaults and rape going unaddressed at their locations...
@@IAmBuddythedecibwave sounds like a church
When he said “because she fell so hard for me” his smile was priceless 🥺I hope they find their way
they are so beautiful
They will, I got that feeling
He has such a pretty, charming, handsome face, nd she's also gorgeous. So sad that life is so hard on these two human beings.
The universe doesn't care about any of us. Vast majority of humans don't and will never wake up too that.
I went to school with her at conroe highschool. I haven't seen them since then. This is crazy. I was friends with her
She makes me a nervous wreck!
@DP patel. No bullshit.
@@shelbybuzun5394 ok if you where friends with her when did she get with me and who was her ex before me
Man this made me cry. Is there some way we can donate to these beautiful souls.
Give him condoms,her birth control,feel sorry for their kids,not them,how can y get kids when y know y can't take care of them.
@@ruthgraham2406 way to have empathy for others Ruth.
Wish them nothing but the best. They seem like really good people. I hope everything works out for them.
damn i got so angry when she told what happened to her when she was a child
Damn, I don't even know what I should be feeling now. God bless them.😭
Horniness?
Mark, you are a champion. A true champion with a heart of gold.
Channels as such humbles me. This channel reminds me that everything I have from my good/loving parents up to education up to the very roof above my head is due to the grace of God. This also challenges me to have make impact to their lives by extending a helping hand or even just by simply being kind and respectful towards our homeless brothers and sisters.
A friend of mine says "we are all one bad decision from becoming homeless... or worse".
ONE good deed per day, go outside with the intention of helping someone anyone. That makes the world a better place.
A hotel where every room is for homeless people, and an extended building with a clinic that doesn't turn down anyone! That's a brilliant idea in my opinion.
O thought about that too.
Somebody has to finance that. Either the wealthy or the tax payers.
I know sweetie but it would be a very dangerous place.
Places like that exist. However, employing caring decent people in those places is a different conversation.
That would be wonderful. But it has to be funded. Then you have to hire in attendants, house keeping, supplies and suppliers, *caring* Doctors, nurses, receptionists, grounds keepers, security. The ultimate idea is grand. But the means to make it happen is the problem.
You do a wonderful service giving people a voice. 👏🙏🌠💞
So happy to see so much love for Sam in the comments. I was worried people were going to misunderstand and judge her but it seems that RUclips comments on this page are full of awesome people.
Sam is awesome, we love her!
My thoughts exactly . Very happy with the comments right now
It warms my heart knowing they found eachother.
Having three pregnancies and having to give up three babies is rough. These two, even with housing and jobs would probably have a really hard time raising a child. Free birth control for men and women should be readily available.
It is, these two are just stupid/irresponsible.
It’s pretty readily available. I see them for free all the time.
It’s pretty easy to not get pregnant.
@@pri.sci.lla. damn, if you know so much, why aren't you out helping people like them find resources? You must get off on feeling superior to people in these circumstances. Maybe one day you'll have a kid who's autistic and you'll eat those words after you realize how hard it is for them. If the universe is that kind to you after the things you've said lmao 😜
You'd think they would be too stressed to even be in the mood.
It's so hard watching this. They are so young and the guy is so smart he could have a bright future but he didn't have anyone while growing up. Hope things get better for them.
I hope these guys are doing better. They seem like a nice couple and are working hard. Hopefully, we get a nice update in the future!