The Stay Inn: Inside the Motel for the Homeless and Ex-Prisoners of Australia

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  • Опубликовано: 26 авг 2019
  • VICE embed with the staff and residents of The Stay Inn, a motel that gets most of its clientele through prison and homeless services. Arrests and fights between residents are a common occurrence and everyone here has a past that involves tragedy, mental illness, drug abuse or incarceration.
    In the midst of an unprecedented homelessness crisis in Melbourne, we see members of The Stay Inn community hope and plan for a better future. But while they dream of breaking the cycle of poverty, The Stay Inn is as close to a home as most of them will get for now.
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  • @jessiimamii5113
    @jessiimamii5113 3 года назад +509

    Tell me you're in the start of a toxic relationship without telling me:
    "How many blokes would stick around?"

    • @michaelspears7116
      @michaelspears7116 3 года назад +38

      I just got to that part. What a scumbag...

    • @jessiimamii5113
      @jessiimamii5113 3 года назад +51

      @@michaelspears7116 right?! Love bombing and trauma bonding at its finest.

    • @jonezzzyyy6192
      @jonezzzyyy6192 2 года назад +14

      Dudes on speed for sure

    • @arniefunkel9341
      @arniefunkel9341 2 года назад +10

      @@jonezzzyyy6192 like 90% of those people were lol

    • @cindybuchanan3937
      @cindybuchanan3937 2 года назад +1

      @@jessiimamii5113 q+

  • @victoriaf8571
    @victoriaf8571 4 года назад +715

    The guy who kept saying how many blokes would stick around seems very manipulative.

    • @OscarmfRoth
      @OscarmfRoth 4 года назад +102

      //// that’s a whole form of mental abuse & dressing or training their prey. He’s garbage .

    • @Alee-om1cu
      @Alee-om1cu 4 года назад +113

      Omg yes!!!!hes TELLING her no one would,whilst making out he’s a fuckin great guy for doing it 🙄🙄🙄 sooo abusive and manipulating!!!

    • @unarmedblackguy
      @unarmedblackguy 4 года назад +80

      Yes! I just posted a comment about this. He's brainwashing her. It's really creepy and you can tell shes a bit off about it but still falling for it.

    • @OscarmfRoth
      @OscarmfRoth 4 года назад +43

      This is how not to love someone .

    • @Mizz.Person
      @Mizz.Person 4 года назад +58

      Shes in a very vulnerable spot. He didn't say he cared. He said nobody else would stay.......3 times.......:( Dink.

  • @chrisschneider7505
    @chrisschneider7505 4 года назад +364

    That owner is a true hero. These are the guys that ought to be named Australian of the Year.

  • @griefweed4254
    @griefweed4254 4 года назад +327

    The guy who runs the inn is such a good bloke true aussie right there generosity at its finest

    • @Rainbowgoth5
      @Rainbowgoth5 3 года назад +1

      I agree

    • @michellee6812
      @michellee6812 3 года назад +1

      Amazing 👏👏👏

    • @beverlykorte8581
      @beverlykorte8581 3 года назад +1

      Agree ✌🏼

    • @jamison1323
      @jamison1323 2 года назад +1

      He's not helping you can't feed the bears sorry only tough love works with drug addicts

    • @stacitowery4461
      @stacitowery4461 2 года назад

      And his girlfriend is waaaay too high to catch it..

  • @triggahappyyt5420
    @triggahappyyt5420 3 года назад +82

    My mate stayed there with his toddler son while he was waiting for permanent housing, places like this are great for people who really need it.

  • @jahrasta4079
    @jahrasta4079 4 года назад +189

    The owner is AWESOME

  • @aprilgarcia6119
    @aprilgarcia6119 3 года назад +153

    The guy who kept repeating his mantra about ‘how many blokes would stick around to help a woman who’s got so much going on’ - is a piece of work. He is already tearing down her self worth. The woman is broken hearted and all this man can do is pat himself on the back for sticking around? There are people in this world who seek out others who they can easily manipulate. I’d say he is definitely one of those people

    • @SweetUniverse
      @SweetUniverse 2 года назад +20

      He does it in such a subtle way. If she says, "wth does that mean?!!" He'll say, "I was just saying. I didn't mean anything about it. You've got to stop being so paranoid." And she'll believe that. He's found the perfect person to take advantage of.

    • @Hehawtyragu
      @Hehawtyragu 2 года назад +10

      Instantly made me sick hearing him say that for the first time, I pray she is okay

    • @XXB4XX
      @XXB4XX 2 года назад

      I came straight to the comments to see if someone else heard it. Even as a guy, I started physically cringing.
      What a wanker

    • @staceyb3882
      @staceyb3882 2 года назад +5

      Made me sick hearing that

    • @robertmccann6573
      @robertmccann6573 Год назад +3

      @@SweetUniverse gaslight 101

  • @jessiimamii5113
    @jessiimamii5113 3 года назад +97

    Unfortunately I was waiting for Kats boyfriend to turn out abusive.
    She is the perfect DV victim because she has no boundaires.

  • @tahj_jam6036
    @tahj_jam6036 3 года назад +318

    Didn’t realise there was a doco on this place. I could honestly write a book about all the stories/people I’ve met here. Its been 10 plus years but still live by the lessons I learnt here. I was only 8 and my mother wasn’t particularly the best role model but some of these people were. I can gladly say this place had a massive (positive) impact on my life. I hope that everyone that was placed here is going well and know that I think of you all often

    • @serenity2655
      @serenity2655 3 года назад +13

      That was really sweet.

    • @tahj_jam6036
      @tahj_jam6036 3 года назад +17

      @@serenity2655 I honestly couldn’t put into words how much this place/people mean to me

    • @Jennifer-hv2bc
      @Jennifer-hv2bc 3 года назад +16

      I went through something similar to your place here in the US
      Sending you a big smile 🤗🤗🤗

    • @kristakirsch8748
      @kristakirsch8748 3 года назад +24

      You should write the book. 🙂

    • @michaelspears7116
      @michaelspears7116 3 года назад +18

      Maybe you should start a blog? I'd read it. Glad to hear your life took a good path.

  • @wendylavery8456
    @wendylavery8456 2 года назад +119

    I did... I once came from a place just like this. In the USA. Now I'm 20 years clean from meth. Own my own home now. People need to understand that every person deserves some respect.

    • @TerminusEst1982
      @TerminusEst1982 2 года назад +1

      and it's that virtue alone that junkies prey on; free respect.

    • @Antipodean33
      @Antipodean33 2 года назад +6

      No, people deserve nothing, you must earn everything. Do you think people deserve respect just for being on earth? Respect is earned,

    • @autumnmorgan525
      @autumnmorgan525 2 года назад +5

      @@Antipodean33 I don’t think that’s true I think people deserve to be safe, to have food , to have drinking water, Shelter, medicine, etc. Things that humans require to survive , they deserve it.

    • @jcre6663
      @jcre6663 2 года назад +4

      Every person deserves human dignity which is a form of respect.

    • @TerminusEst1982
      @TerminusEst1982 2 года назад

      @@jcre6663 No, no they don't. You'd respect rapists, pedos, people that harm the innocent. Which makes you a silent protagonist.

  • @SandiByrd
    @SandiByrd 2 года назад +100

    The Manager of this hotel is the epitome of what a good, decent human being should be. No judgement - no preconceived notion about why they landed there....my heart broke though for Kath. I hope and pray that she got away from that guy and is starting to recover from whatever he put her through. Poor sweet woman :( She was trying so hard.

    • @staceyb3882
      @staceyb3882 2 года назад

      It made me cry

    • @brendarigotti843
      @brendarigotti843 Год назад +1

      Phil is seriously an 👼 angel. I hope wherever he is now, he's happy & well! Lovely guy.🌷

  • @CharlotteElla
    @CharlotteElla 4 года назад +202

    The guy that kept saying how not many men would stick around seemed very manipulative I feel sorry for the women being talked down to like that, when she already seems vulnerable hope she makes it out

    • @mamarobyn
      @mamarobyn 4 года назад +3

      Same....🙄

    • @ladyJustis
      @ladyJustis 4 года назад +7

      Yep total narcissist

    • @brandonstrickland8234
      @brandonstrickland8234 4 года назад +1

      And I was wondering if anyone else happen to notice😂

    • @ashleymalone1445
      @ashleymalone1445 4 года назад +1

      Brandon strickland you’d have to be blind and deaf not to.

    • @adstran7624
      @adstran7624 3 года назад +3

      Charlotte she won't make it out... In fact her next boyfriend will be the same too

  • @lionhearttt3540
    @lionhearttt3540 2 года назад +9

    The guy who runs this place is such a beautiful kind soul, the world would be a better place with more people like him

  • @damnnnabit4361
    @damnnnabit4361 4 года назад +622

    I watched this video till the end. How many blokes you know that would stick around that long?

    • @7star7storm7
      @7star7storm7 3 года назад +76

      She reckons her dead brother sent me to her .. yeah that's what I reckon .. How many blokes would stick around for that long ... FK !! That POS had totally put that poor chik on a leash in a cage .. I'm about 20 mins in and that's enough sadness for me today ✌️

    • @floydlay9189
      @floydlay9189 3 года назад +7

      gold!

    • @mikedubya9313
      @mikedubya9313 3 года назад +32

      She lets me stay in her flat for free and shouts me drugs

    • @jaejaestace
      @jaejaestace 3 года назад +7

      Fucking gold 😂

    • @reetasaliba6152
      @reetasaliba6152 3 года назад +2

      Hahahahahaha

  • @Mizz.Person
    @Mizz.Person 4 года назад +68

    What a saint. The owner. The people who work there. Wow.

  • @SK-gi8dj
    @SK-gi8dj 3 года назад +35

    Owner was super kind and generous and most of the people took advantage by not paying or destroying the place!!!!

    • @combatduckie
      @combatduckie 2 года назад +1

      that s why you should never be too nice n tolerant towards these type of people who have severe mental issues - they ll drag you down with them and make you lose your business/income and get you bankrupt....He should have taken in only 2 or 3 of such difficult guests if he absolutely wanted to be empathetic and reserve all the other rooms for regular guests and the hotel would probably still exist...He should have either run a shelter OR a hotel, you cannot combine both.

    • @hannahalexy
      @hannahalexy Год назад

      @@combatduckie it still exists. To the joy of the neighbours. I used to drive by there when I liven in inner north all the time. Ambulance and police out of front maybe 8/10 times, fights the rest. It was entertaining at least lol

  • @jessiimamii5113
    @jessiimamii5113 3 года назад +34

    Can you imagine working here! You'd never be bored, that's for sure! The owner deserves a bloody medal!

    • @deadfred6102
      @deadfred6102 2 года назад

      Owner and staff must miss working there sometimes.

  • @Level3Lifestyle
    @Level3Lifestyle 2 года назад +16

    "She looked at me and i looked at her and, i dont know, we had this instant connection"...
    ...That would be the drugs mate

  • @saigoneze4465
    @saigoneze4465 3 года назад +24

    The hotel owner is losing business and money in order to help the less fortunate .The govt should be at least helping him with extra funding to keep the place going and in good condition as he is helping the community

    • @8ofwands300
      @8ofwands300 2 года назад +4

      My thoughts too! Why isn't he getting subsidized for this???😳. I'm sorry but these people are destructive and drive away paying customers.

    • @deadfred6102
      @deadfred6102 2 года назад +1

      I was surprised. I thought the Government was kicking down for them. These people can't afford rent. Not where there at anyway.

  • @francestyler5146
    @francestyler5146 3 года назад +70

    This is my second time watching this and omg phil has one of the kindest hearts. Most people judge those with addictions as being useless but you can see phil views them for the humans they are. They're just broken people who need a little bit of kindness and guidance & its refreshing to see someone willing to give them a chance on a planet where the vast majority of those in society would judge them & disregard them. Bless him.

  • @jessiimamii5113
    @jessiimamii5113 3 года назад +37

    If this was a reality show i would watch it all day.

  • @lillymarie1965
    @lillymarie1965 3 года назад +191

    I really want to know if Kat is ok. I knew when the new boyfriend gave her 3 weeks to get a job on the first date he was bad news.

    • @surefire8568
      @surefire8568 2 года назад +37

      He demanded she get a job so he could live off her. It was so obvious. I really hope she’s okay.

    • @Ssm19494
      @Ssm19494 2 года назад +5

      Question is did he himself have a job and were you loving together and sharing expenses at the time lol

    • @kanatapaw
      @kanatapaw 2 года назад +2

      its very worrying

    • @mariemccammon7486
      @mariemccammon7486 2 года назад +13

      I thought exactly the same thing!
      Fancy telling someone on the first date 'I want you to get a job within 1 month' ( or even on the 100th date actually) It's obvious he's a waster looking for a vulnerable woman to freeload off of.

    • @Weeponybjorn
      @Weeponybjorn 2 года назад +6

      I have a job, but if someone would say that to me I'd say there’s the door and now gtfo!

  • @dizusa5
    @dizusa5 3 года назад +36

    God bless people like them. How many times can someone get f****d over, and still put themselves out there to keep helping others. He’s a bigger man than I.

  • @Suzifully
    @Suzifully 4 года назад +53

    Bless the innkeeper and caretakers, and their work and patience with helping these people ❤️

  • @zach_harrison
    @zach_harrison 2 года назад +16

    Best Homeless Documentary Ive ever seen. This is exactly what is feels like to be without a HOME

  • @danielboatner6060
    @danielboatner6060 3 года назад +94

    When Cat said that her new boyfriend said she had 4 weeks to get a job, on their 1rst date, I knew right there and then she was getting herself into a abusive relationship!! What giy tells a girl on there first date u need to get a job in 4 weeks wtf??? Ihooe she's alive..

    • @rishyfishy8799
      @rishyfishy8799 3 года назад +17

      Im guessing that he lured her into a brothel or something of that sort

    • @phoenixrobinson4804
      @phoenixrobinson4804 2 года назад +11

      @@rishyfishy8799
      That was my first thought , seems like he got her back on drugs and put her on the streets or a brothel…so sad 😞

    • @joan7823
      @joan7823 2 года назад +7

      I'm guessing he was grooming her for the night life?..
      I really hope she's ok...
      Great post..yep great guy running the place....

    • @joan7823
      @joan7823 2 года назад +8

      @@rishyfishy8799 yep I agree..
      Alarm bell went off when she said that...

    • @phoenixrobinson4804
      @phoenixrobinson4804 2 года назад +2

      @@joan7823
      The thing is Joan , she’s a survivor . I think she is ok, i think over all she knows how to get away from these assholes . Hopefully she will return to the Inn in a couple of years .

  • @TeamVMF
    @TeamVMF 3 года назад +55

    So sad that this place has closed permanently. The owner is an Earth angel - bless his soul and those that worked there.

    • @BobbieXxoo
      @BobbieXxoo 3 года назад +3

      Oh.. that truly is heartbreaking

    • @waverleyc.412
      @waverleyc.412 3 года назад +5

      Awww🥺..I just finished watching this video..What amazing, caring and compassionate staff they had there...

    • @michaelspears7116
      @michaelspears7116 3 года назад +4

      That sucks. I Google'd the place and one of the first thing that came up was a news report about a guy getting shot there. That happened before this documentary was made, though. It was clearly a rough place but it'd be better than the streets. Hopefully the residents found stable accommodation.

    • @froggy9191
      @froggy9191 3 года назад +1

      Oh didn't realise :( First the Gatwick, now this place.

  • @ashthrice6s
    @ashthrice6s 3 года назад +26

    When the cop yelled "open the door champ" and the person yelled back "don't call me fking champ" and the cop was like "oh I forgot....champ" Lmfao

    • @michaelearthling
      @michaelearthling 2 года назад +6

      yes that was the funniest moment, seeing the cop kick himself for forgetting his training not to call a suspect 'champ', it's a friendly term to most people, but not people who've been, or are in prison.

    • @zeerom8129
      @zeerom8129 2 года назад +1

      Lmao whats with the champ thing? I just thought he was taking the piss 😂😂

    • @ashthrice6s
      @ashthrice6s 2 года назад +5

      @@zeerom8129 calling someone champ is putting them on the "tamp", especially in prison it means you're calling someone a pedo. Its rhyming slang, tampering-champion, shortened to tamp-champ, tampering with kids.

    • @zeerom8129
      @zeerom8129 2 года назад +1

      @@ashthrice6s Thanks, not sure why I wasn't clicking to this last night but old mate had known of it, dont fucken call me champ 🤣🤣

    • @zeerom8129
      @zeerom8129 2 года назад +2

      @@ashthrice6s fr though, I hope that lady turned out okay, the one that left anx didn't come back. Kat I think it was

  • @tyronemalone4158
    @tyronemalone4158 3 года назад +24

    Stayed there quite a few times. Its gone now...... phil was a legend

    • @PamelasEngel
      @PamelasEngel 3 года назад +6

      I hope your doing well :) That was an amazing thing Phil did for all those people! There needs to be more Phil’s in this world :)

    • @michaelspears7116
      @michaelspears7116 3 года назад

      Hope life is going well for you.

  • @fifilamoore1718
    @fifilamoore1718 3 года назад +40

    Karen and Phil, what beautiful souls you are, bless you both your helping so many . ❤️☮️ fifi

  • @carmensaify
    @carmensaify 4 года назад +56

    A really fascinating glimpse into other people's lives, and i appreciate the portrayal of people as complex human beings.

  • @dftpnk2011
    @dftpnk2011 3 года назад +82

    RIP The Stay Inn would be interesting to know what happened and why the place is now gone

    • @meghanhenry1241
      @meghanhenry1241 2 года назад +5

      Wonder why, junkies don't pay rent, sad to see.

    • @CLROUGH
      @CLROUGH 2 года назад +18

      @@meghanhenry1241 closed in 2019 due to damage and bad construction.

    • @CLROUGH
      @CLROUGH 2 года назад +3

      And bad reviews

    • @amandala00
      @amandala00 2 года назад +8

      Awe, that's really sad 😢

    • @msjkramey
      @msjkramey 2 года назад +1

      Grow a damn heart. The road to addiction isn't a straight line and neither is the road to recovery.

  • @annasnow.
    @annasnow. 3 года назад +20

    Wow the manager, really has a good heart, I mean he is in the right place helping the people that actually need to be helped!! With out a man like that, their life would just continue to get worse...you know? I hope these people realize how GOOD they have it there. MUCH RESPECT to that man ❤ he's helping more lives than he's aware of. So glad I watched this.

  • @misskimpegues
    @misskimpegues 4 года назад +75

    God bless people who care about and help others exspecilally the ones that take a risk on people who have nothing ... Thank you for sharing this video I hope you have a nice day filled with love peace an joy

  • @mst2628
    @mst2628 2 года назад +12

    We could all stand to have the empathy & show the amount of compassion that Phil does. If we did imagine how much better our world would be. ❤

  • @brogandaugherty-kelly1062
    @brogandaugherty-kelly1062 4 года назад +40

    "a reality check they don't like to see" -that usually how it is man! I think its good your trying to help these people no one will!!

  • @thiccdonut5470
    @thiccdonut5470 4 года назад +15

    Phil deserves a lot helping out those in need, if I knew a place like this existed whilst living in Melbourne I would’ve conquered but yet employment and rental prices defeated me

  • @MrMikkyn
    @MrMikkyn 3 года назад +13

    When I heard the staff there state that she was sexually abused I got a tear in my eye. I could totally relate to that, because that's what happened to me as well. Although, I was never homeless, I did consider being homeless because of it though. Luckily, I had a friend who let me stay with her as emergency accommodation. It was really nice watching this video, I could really relate to the stories being told, the lives of the people that were unfolding and the personalities living at the apartments. It was really inspiring to see how people were at a bad situation in their lives, but they still had hopes, dreams, desires and even goals to get better. I felt like I could really relate to it. Because sometimes its so easy to judge and be judged, but when you see the level someone is at, and that they are making genuine changes to their life, it is nice. When you can see that they are genuine people with struggles who are trying to make it by, and because they may have mental health or drug related difficulties - it really highlights the humanity of the people. This is a great documentary.

  • @amesbabom
    @amesbabom 3 года назад +31

    Unfortunately it's now up for sale and will be developed into apartments. Feel sorry for the former residents.

  • @stephenslideways9690
    @stephenslideways9690 4 года назад +22

    I would like to thank everyone who helps, gives up there time and money to help these kids, I come from a very lucky family but live in the middle of punchbowl nsw. I see the problems that arise and it's so sad to see the kids trapped in a life like that

    • @EvaG26
      @EvaG26 2 года назад

      They aren’t kids, they all look a lot older than 30 even considering how drugs can age ppl... otherwise I agree wholeheartedly

  • @viviennemarsden7048
    @viviennemarsden7048 3 года назад +13

    Fairplay 2 the staff having to put up with the abuse and still have time for each one of them, I was homeless and I live in Dublin Ireland and I can tell you from experience that a place like that is badly needed for the families and other homeless people in Ireland....🙏🙏🙏God bless you.

  • @danesouthard3715
    @danesouthard3715 2 года назад +3

    This should be a whole series, not just 1 episode.

    • @MrAytown
      @MrAytown 2 года назад

      Struggle street?

  • @UA-oo8nj
    @UA-oo8nj 2 года назад +4

    This motel needs it's own series.

  • @rossdoyle7827
    @rossdoyle7827 3 года назад +7

    Between the ages of 2-5 I lived in a service similar to this with my mother in Ireland and the people you meet breaks your heart because you see lost potential

  • @TheCanadiangirl4
    @TheCanadiangirl4 3 года назад +40

    We really need an update on this hotel. I'm pretty sure this is an upload and I want to know if there's any info about Kat.

    • @PamelasEngel
      @PamelasEngel 3 года назад +25

      There was a fire and it’s closed down and I believe it’s being demolished. I would like an update on the people as well. I found out about this place from another video were urban explorers were exploring here because it was abandoned and that’s how I learned the details.

    • @Weber1987
      @Weber1987 3 года назад +10

      It's permanently closed

    • @Nathan-dd2uy
      @Nathan-dd2uy 3 года назад +8

      The block is up to sale and ready for redevelopment.

    • @primroseproblematic2059
      @primroseproblematic2059 3 года назад +32

      Kat was 100% targeted by a pimp and trafficked I think. All the signs were there. Really sad.

    • @waverleyc.412
      @waverleyc.412 3 года назад +4

      I wonder what happened to poor Kat?🤔

  • @niavseven
    @niavseven 2 года назад +3

    "Not a shame. A problem." This documentary is really powerful, thank you. It was great to see people like Phil actually trying to do something about the HUGE (and growing) problem of homelessness in Australia. Plenty of people talk about it, too few are willing to jump into the chaotic results of a problem and get their everything dirty and broken, and staying the course anyway.

  • @cryscee19
    @cryscee19 2 года назад +6

    This was shot so beautifully. Thankyou

  • @honeytesta2429
    @honeytesta2429 3 года назад +26

    The sadness of the residents is overwhelming, knowing that not only society has turned their backs on them, but often their families have as well, the world needs to be more kind, and empathetic, instead of sitting in judgement.

    • @leroyjones7295
      @leroyjones7295 2 года назад +1

      Your an idiot their choice to use drugs even destroying their accommodation paid for by tax payers

    • @stacitowery3475
      @stacitowery3475 2 года назад +1

      @@leroyjones7295 so true, and I'm certain their families gave them many chances, only to be hurt and probably robbed.

    • @ArcticXun-936
      @ArcticXun-936 2 года назад +3

      Leroy Jones - Triggered much?
      Calling others idiots for having empathy says a lot about you..

    • @msjkramey
      @msjkramey 2 года назад +1

      It's hard living in a place like that but it also can make you feel less alone, knowing that there's someone right there who knows what you're going through. I lived in a sober house for almost a year myself because they tell you to change people and places to change habits, and they're right about that. Those places can really drain you though emotionally when you're already at your lowest (too many people with too much baggage all concentrated together, ya know?) I'm glad I did it though. It got me 18 months sober from alcohol. I've relapsed since COVID though. Working and routine keeps my head on straight, and quarentine and all the meetings shut down was just hard for a lot of us in recovery. Just do your research because some places are unfit for humans to live in, like holes in the roof and no heat but they still get grant money?? I recommend finding one started by a recovered addict with a decade or two of sober time and not some huge business that has dozens of locations; they usually really actually care. It's probably going to be a bit run down and there's gonna be some drama, but it really helps get your head back on straight

    • @mikehunt4607
      @mikehunt4607 2 года назад +1

      @@ArcticXun-936 would you be saying that when an addict breaks in your house or tries to rob you?

  • @grahamnalepa4622
    @grahamnalepa4622 4 года назад +28

    I thought they said that place was super cheap? But, I heard the woman who works the front desk say the price was $80 a night. $80 a night for that dump?! WTF?!

    • @aaroncross5228
      @aaroncross5228 3 года назад

      Yeah that's INSANE FRFRFR

    • @user-pp6kn8uv9t
      @user-pp6kn8uv9t 3 года назад +3

      I think it was $80 a night for the white picket fence people who had no idea the place also ran as a sort of rehab shelter (the rent for the homeless/rehab shelter people would have been subsidised by the gov.)

    • @navigatormother7023
      @navigatormother7023 3 года назад

      Yep... these "Angels " think they're going to clean up in this area with these people's disability benefits checks.

    • @deniseshephard3347
      @deniseshephard3347 3 года назад +1

      Regardless of the price no one should dismantle the property like that

    • @EvaG26
      @EvaG26 2 года назад

      She was talking ab arrears so my guess is he owed & has to pay some extra on top of the normal rate..l otherwise yeah thats crazy lol idk what prices are like in Australia but ik when I was homeless I never stayed in a place that was more than 50 a night & that’s just the standard rate aka no discount, plus I live in Canada so our prices are steep af compared to the states

  • @ladylaois8184
    @ladylaois8184 3 года назад +12

    Such a real documentary! Great characters vulnerable real people. Loved this good and the bad it’s real. Thanks 🙏

  • @fredfletcher9966
    @fredfletcher9966 3 года назад +16

    I enjoyed that but it was sad at times. What happened to Cat ? Did she return. The owner is not just working for a profit but is obviously a humanitarian, helping those who need a roof over their heads and being very flexible with the terms of the tenancy. There has to be a cut off point though or the place will not survive. That's the world we live in. It's amazing in the business of hospitality, that he was so hospitable. Good doco.

  • @aimeesmith9897
    @aimeesmith9897 2 года назад

    This place was the sweetest thing I've seen a place so for broken people,if we had more people that cares this world would be better.I'm broken myself and if I had just an inch of hope like this place it would help

  • @eg8664
    @eg8664 3 года назад +4

    The wall that woman painted was so beautiful!

  • @danielglassmeyer1381
    @danielglassmeyer1381 2 года назад +6

    Phil has a heroic amount of empathy to manage the tolerance involoved for what he's doing. Being in the US I couldn't stop thinking about how this wouldn't be possible due to city/state government, local police, gun ownership and citizen entitlement here. This is uniquly functional due to the laws, politics and sociology of their country.

    • @niavseven
      @niavseven 2 года назад

      I feel so much sympathy for people living on the fringes in the US because of the gun factor. It’s terrifying to imagine.

  • @jackyblue67same10
    @jackyblue67same10 Год назад +1

    Please make more of these video's about this place I enjoy watching this 1 .

  • @missystanley3673
    @missystanley3673 2 года назад +1

    To the staff, U are all absolutely fkn amazing ppl!!! What ya's are doin is much needed & not as common as it should be anymore... As ya's know, we all have a story & my family & I have endured this ourselves, not for 10+ yrs now, it's also not the ritz or the hilton, but it's home to many who have needed a bed at times, So it really pulls on the heartstrings in a great way, to see what U are giving ppl, very noble & something that is rarely offered on that scale & the simple, narrow minded need to catch up with reality, this really is part of everyday life & society, whats become of us if we fail to have some human bloody compassion & respect enough to pass on to another human being some hope!!! Much respect, U guys are legends xo

  • @jeramyhopkins3606
    @jeramyhopkins3606 3 года назад +6

    You guys should do a follow up video on this place. A great guy doing great things for people who really need the extra help. Blessings.

    • @tahj_jam6036
      @tahj_jam6036 3 года назад +1

      It has unfortunately shut down and is for sale atm

  • @navigatormother7023
    @navigatormother7023 3 года назад +5

    There was a time where if an owner ran a cobbled together residential property like this the right way, signing the resis up with Centrepay, providing a minimum of board requirements, and utilising volunteers, they could call themselves a not for profit government/charitable/altruistic project, and if they kept the place running properly with the financial authorities the project owners made a tidy sum each fortnight without much outlay. No TV though- no air-conditioning, no luxuries of any sort whatsoever. They flipped the narrative on that and made the clients feel grateful for every minute they were allowed and allocated to stay there. No drawing on walls, room checks daily, punishments meted out for infringements. This fellow didn't register that he's basically running a large residential child care for very troubled, dependent, low functioning adult children. Plus he can't just leave it in the hands of his staff to cope with the behavioural stuff 24/7 if he is paying them and they are not trained mental health workers. It's just not fair on them. They get paid minimum wage I'd say, and there's no structure as to who is taking care of what. It's a recipe for stress, resentment and disaster should behavioural flare ups occur, which they inevitably will, as these poor people bless them , would all have been outpatients in Plenty Psychiatric hospital thirty years ago, or in and out of detox or prison.

  • @irishfuk3219
    @irishfuk3219 2 года назад +1

    Thank you. I'm in recovery. Thank you for telling their Story.

  • @mickgatz214
    @mickgatz214 3 года назад +2

    Not so cheap!
    Another great doc from VICE. :)

  • @ngairemartin8788
    @ngairemartin8788 3 года назад +8

    Karen Phil Michael.
    I applaud and love what you are doing.
    I'm a 67 year old Nana and I would stay if ever in Coburg .
    Kudos and lots of love from Queensland oxo

  • @cropo4043
    @cropo4043 3 года назад +3

    I think what you’re doing is fantastic. I wish your business all the best and big ups for your patience in occasion trying circumstances.

  • @bakedslow6117
    @bakedslow6117 2 года назад +1

    God bless Phil and his workers definitely need people like them helping the truly vulnerable Australians doing it tough we have all needed someone 💕

  • @techtiger217
    @techtiger217 2 года назад +1

    Thank you to the people that work at that Motel

  • @jessejamez707
    @jessejamez707 2 года назад +3

    She collects caps,
    I collect caps !
    She smokes crack..
    I smoke crack!
    It’s a match made in Heaven I tell ya! 🤦‍♂️🤣😆

  • @marcstaley1526
    @marcstaley1526 3 года назад +25

    Alot of independent low rate hotels and motels are being used to house the homeless. In the U.S.A. they are unofficially section 8 (public housing).

    • @michaelspears7116
      @michaelspears7116 3 года назад +4

      Yep. If you swapped the accents around, this place could easily be one of the many places I stayed at in my younger years.

    • @deadfred6102
      @deadfred6102 2 года назад +1

      Free housing. Section 8 you gotta pay and it's below market but not cheap.

  • @SweetUniverse
    @SweetUniverse 2 года назад

    I could marathon this. These stories are very human. Stuff that touches your soul.

  • @moesmoontv8270
    @moesmoontv8270 2 года назад

    That’s so nice for Phil to do that for people ya know, not judging and still helpin people after they did what they did.

  • @Luna.3.3.3
    @Luna.3.3.3 2 года назад +5

    "How many blokes would stick around.." 🙄 _ANYone_ who constantly says how 'good' they are, usually aren't. Good people will never tell you they are.

  • @madeleineea9551
    @madeleineea9551 2 года назад +6

    The guy Jake, I see him around now. He doesnt look too good though, seems like he's gone downhill. Super interesting video I wish they'd make more like this!

  • @missredumbrella
    @missredumbrella 2 года назад

    The trouble with compassion is the tears block the view ....God Bless all you lovelies xxx

  • @WillArtigues
    @WillArtigues 2 года назад +6

    This is SO good

  • @kcbruinmo454
    @kcbruinmo454 2 года назад +5

    The owner and the receptionist have the patience and prudence of saints!Can’t think of many people including myself that would be able to stick to their guns like that. should be given an award and tons of funding!

  • @gertytheman
    @gertytheman 4 года назад +33

    Look all I want to know is how many blokes would stick around.

    • @paulabrown6840
      @paulabrown6840 4 года назад

      NALA DOG I’m one hell of a bloke ! Lol🤪

    • @ladyJustis
      @ladyJustis 4 года назад +8

      What a narcissistic douche he was

    • @carmensaify
      @carmensaify 4 года назад

      😀

    • @lesnorton3968
      @lesnorton3968 4 года назад

      nah im gone

    • @brandonstrickland8234
      @brandonstrickland8234 4 года назад

      NALA DOG 😂😂😂😭😭😭😭😭😭😭I'm dying here in the comments!!!😂😂😭😭😭

  • @staceyb3882
    @staceyb3882 2 года назад +2

    Poor Kat that’s so sad! Karen seems so lovely I think they all trust her and look up to her

  • @Jennifer-hv2bc
    @Jennifer-hv2bc 3 года назад +2

    Wow!! Real powerful video. I just found it so I agree with that other sub this video needs a follow up

  • @mariekatherine5238
    @mariekatherine5238 2 года назад +5

    I stayed in a similar place in the USA for six months. It was a step up from this as there were welfare families with kids staying there. Most everyone had at least one person employed, but still couldn’t afford regular housing. There was a wait list to get in the motel. I had the smallest room on the end corner of the top (4th) floor. I improved the place with my own linens, curtains, repaired the toilet, painted the walls, cleaned out the heater and got rid of the colony of roaches living behind it. But I didn’t bother replacing the TV which was regularly stolen. I got a used safe which I hid behind the water heater for a few valuables. The things I hated were the druggies nodding on the balcony, leaving needles and condoms around, and hearing swearing and loud music, oh, and when the prostitute used the room next door and I could hear everything. Management didn’t do nothing because that was how the rent got paid. I got myself earplugs and noise blocking earphones. Kid noise didn’t bug me. Kids need to run, play, laugh or cry. Strange coincidence, the owner had epilepsy and had to work around it. Running a motel was doable. I used to get off my rent for sweeping the balconies and collecting the trash that people just tossed out the door. Not my preferred place to live, but better than the streets, a shelter, or in a tent in the winter.

    • @AcidOllie
      @AcidOllie 2 года назад +3

      Adults need to run, play, laugh and cry too you know! I have also stayed in places like this which are inhabited by transient beings that are somewhat broken due to my drug problems. We're not all bad. I'm always polite and respectful towards my neighbours and make very little noise. I was always grateful for the help I received and it is a shame that other people with similar issues take these things for granted and ruin it for the rest of us. As for the earplugs, they are an absolute necessity and made my life so much more peaceful!

  • @thatsmeno8551
    @thatsmeno8551 4 года назад +9

    The owners of this places are good and grace from god.God bless thank y’all for helping theses people allsome

  • @mthecat9250
    @mthecat9250 2 года назад

    One of vices best work

  • @fredfletcher9966
    @fredfletcher9966 3 года назад

    Phill and Karen..... You are such lovely people. Most people could not be bothered by these people. You see them as human beings who have had obstacles and made a few wrong decisions ( we all have, let's face it!) and you have given them a chance to have their own home without all the predujuce, of not being as "socially acceptable" as others.Theyre not bad, I know the place closed down but don't blame ALL of them. Some were worth it They will never forget you. Good work you did 💓🌺🌅💐

  • @ngatiharty1
    @ngatiharty1 3 года назад +6

    The owners are awesome people.

  • @lukeadams8565
    @lukeadams8565 4 года назад +16

    Bless these people God may we come together break the taboos and help the lost souls it is our duty to help may God bless each and every human that is in a dark place may the love and light of God surround us in our times of darkness

    • @lisamendez7479
      @lisamendez7479 4 года назад

      Well said Luke!
      AMEN😊🙏 I would LOVE to work there and help were needed..being the hands and feet of Jesus! NOTHING better, we should all want to help! those in

  • @louisehuke6007
    @louisehuke6007 2 года назад +2

    It's a sort of happy sad , place . Keep up the brilliant work 💖❤💙

  • @diewilde13
    @diewilde13 2 года назад

    love and hugs phil!

  • @everevelyn1094
    @everevelyn1094 2 года назад +6

    How many blokes would stick around? You mean to emotionally support their girlfriends??? That’s a big part of a relationship. Does he really think he’s doing something special!?

  • @i_am_tinny_man_2267
    @i_am_tinny_man_2267 4 года назад +15

    Don’t do drugs

  • @madir8259
    @madir8259 4 месяца назад

    I stayed here as a young, silly, cheap tourist. It was definitely an experience. I met a few interesting people and even made a friend. Im glad i was open minded, i still think about that memory today and the stay itself was actually nice and i had a lovely room. We really need more places like this.

  • @rituraj_sharma_v
    @rituraj_sharma_v 2 года назад +1

    I stuck around till the end

  • @maticbukovac6966
    @maticbukovac6966 3 года назад +8

    Maybe the guy asking how many other guys would stick around is mentioning it not to manipulate the poor woman but to emphasize his (main) selling point as he knows that he does not have many. When people get sad as a result of a family/health crisis "friends" are indeed often nowhere to be found...

  • @kanatapaw
    @kanatapaw 2 года назад +4

    I like kat.
    from the sound of this guys first meeting from the sound of time limit on getting a job to changing the colour of the door and a lock.
    red flags.
    she's a nice lady so it's a bit worrying.

  • @rusty5751
    @rusty5751 2 года назад

    We need more people like the owner just a little bit of help can make all the difference in someone’s life 🐾

  • @melanieking4357
    @melanieking4357 2 года назад

    watched this in 20201, someone in the comment section said the hotel is no longer there. This is very sad. l am hoping maybe it got knocked down to build crisis accommodation appartments like PHil wanted so he could continue helping others. Kat if you are reading this l hope you are ok sweet soul. Thank you Phil and Karen for everything you did.

  • @zeeshanali3574
    @zeeshanali3574 3 года назад +3

    people running the stay inn motel are doing an awesome job.respect for them all.but the residents should treat the place as their own home and the staff as family members.

  • @nicksawyer5852
    @nicksawyer5852 3 года назад +3

    The owner is a true hero.

  • @enriquemadrid6145
    @enriquemadrid6145 2 года назад

    The hotel owner nd karen r truely angels iv been homeless with my kids nd a place like this wouldve been heavn sent god bless yous nd ur place

  • @leed9741
    @leed9741 2 года назад

    That man's been taken advantage of so many times and he's still ridiculously nice and non judgemental. I want to be like that in life.

  • @jedics1
    @jedics1 4 года назад +31

    I would definitely lock the door and 'Stay Inn' if I accidentally booked a room here...

    • @adstran7624
      @adstran7624 3 года назад

      Mate.. ALL the motels nowadays in Victoria are mostly homeless people or recently released inmates.. the Salvation army or whoever pays for most of it

    • @fezg123
      @fezg123 3 года назад

      😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @michaelh411
    @michaelh411 2 года назад +4

    Much respect from the United States.

  • @start8090
    @start8090 2 года назад +1

    Phil’s an absolute angel

  • @jennifercostallos9079
    @jennifercostallos9079 Год назад +1

    Omg i got sent here when I was 17 and had nowhere to go :(( I had NO IDEA this is what it was like. I am Sooooo glad I had no idea this is what it was like. Scary stuff .