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LOADING MOVIE . . . please be patient. “Ending homelessness isn't just the right thing to do, it’s the smart thing to do.” - Governor Tim Pawlenty. PRESENTS. in cooperation with. Heading Home Minnesota. And. Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV). PORTRAITS OF HOME II.
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“Ending homelessness isn't just the right thing to do, it’s the smart thing to do.” - Governor Tim Pawlenty
PRESENTS in cooperation with
PORTRAITS OF HOME II Veterans in Search of Stable Housing
This is an underground homeless squat in Greater Minnesota. Underground Homeless Squat Photograph by Cathy ten Broeke
A homeless veteran was living here at the time this photo was taken. Underground Homeless Squat Photograph by Cathy ten Broeke
Nick recently returned from active duty in Iraq, but he still isn’t home… Nick, Army National GuardPhotograph by Stormi Greener
Nick lives in an abandoned bus on the edge of a city park in Freeborn County.
Jose served honorably in the United States Army. Jose, United States Army Photograph by Cathy ten Broeke
He currently works at Burger King. Jose, United States Army Photograph by Cathy ten Broeke
“My goal is to get out of the shelter where I have been staying and into something more permanent.” - Jose, United States Army Jose, United States Army Photograph by Cathy ten Broeke
A minimum wage earner in Minnesota would need to work 96 hours per week to afford an average two bedroom apartment…
“When times were really bad, I turned to prostitution – just for a place to stay, a place to clean up…” - Donna, United States Army Donna, United States ArmyPhotograph by Cathy ten Broeke
Over 20% of homeless female vets have been physically or sexually attacked…
Danny was deployed to Anbar Province in Iraq for 22 months, providing route security and neighborhood patrols… Danny, Army National Guard Photograph by Brian Lesteberg
Danny has been sleeping in his car for nearly three months. Danny, Army National Guard Photograph by Brian Lesteberg
“Veteran or no veteran - No one should be homeless.” - Willis, United States Army Willis, United States ArmyPhotograph by Cathy ten Broeke
85% of homeless veterans had at least one serious or chronic disability…
Dennis served in the Army for 7 ½ years. Dennis, United States ArmyPhotograph by Cathy ten Broeke
He has been homeless and sleeping outside in makeshift camps for many years. Dennis, United States ArmyPhotograph by Cathy ten Broeke
Harry is a Korean War vet who has been homeless for many years... Harry, United States ArmyPhotograph by Cathy ten Broeke
He now lives at The New San Marco apartments - a supportive housing development. Harry, United States ArmyPhotograph by Cathy ten Broeke
Permanent supportive housing has helped stabilize Harry’s life. Harry, United States ArmyPhotograph by Cathy ten Broeke
Ending homelessness by creating permanent supportive housing for those in need can save society over 50% of the costs associated with simply managing homelessness.
Nhia Vang was an intelligence officer for the United States during the Vietnam War. Nhia Vang, United States Intelligence Officer Photograph by Stormi Greener
Life has been especially hard for the Vang family since Nhia was laid off and his wife suffered a stroke. Nhia Vang, United States Intelligence Officer Photograph by Stormi Greener
Nhia Vang, United States Intelligence Officer (Family) Photograph by Stormi Greener
The Vang’s house is currently in foreclosure… Nhia Vang, United States Intelligence Officer (Family) Photograph by Stormi Greener
“When the sheriff comes to take our house, I will have to take my family out to the jungle to live…” - Nhia Vang Nhia Vang, United States Intelligence Officer (Family) Photograph by Stormi Greener
The number of homeless children in Minnesota has tripled since 1991…
When John and Jessica returned from the Gulf War they became homeless… Jessica & John, United States Army Photograph by Stormi Greener
Today John and Jessica live with their five children and Jessica’s aging parents in a home they rent with help from the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV). Jessica & John, United States Army Photograph by Stormi Greener
“We are working to repair our credit and eventually buy our own home. After all the bills are paid, there is little left.” - Jessica, United States Army
Jessica & John, United States Army (Daughter) Photograph by Stormi Greener
“I’ve been homeless many times…” Oja, United States Army Photograph by Scott Streble
“It’s a daily struggle to try to get back on my feet.” - Oja, United States Army Oja, United States Army Photograph by Scott Streble
The time has come to end homelessness in Minnesota… Olivia, MinnesotaCarlos Gonzalez
Will you answer the call? Olivia, MinnesotaCarlos Gonzalez
Working together, we can bring all Minnesotans home. Olivia, MinnesotaCarlos Gonzalez
Every day in Minnesota, veterans in need of housing and supportive services receive assistance from strong partners like the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV).
Through local initiatives and regional plans, communities across the state are working to end homelessness in partnership with Heading Home Minnesota.
PORTRAITS OF HOME II Veterans in Search of Stable Housing