[jricci13]

Originally Posted by triflex

Might be Roma/Gypsies if it is an entire family with small children. I represented them in court a few times in other cities. I've also seen them repeat this in other cities I've visited. The kids don't go to school often and that gets them in trouble with Child Protective Services. The women do most of the panhandling. It is quite literally a cultural thing that they have done for 100s of years.

Generally, if you see kids repeatedly with panhandlers who look Eastern European or almost like they are form India (but not literally from India) then they are Roma. Child Protective Services generally would know about them if the kids are truly homeless - a deprivation case would be filed and this kids would gone to the State/foster families.

In other words they are not really homeless - just helping mom/dad panhandle.

I even saw a family of them 3 months ago in Orlando out in misting rain playing an accordion.

One of the families that I saw had a man playing an accordion!

[jricci13]

That’s funny! Probably should stop and give them a few job applications lol

[jricci13]

Originally Posted by John-US

We stopped and gave the man condoms, not sure he appreciated the gesture. but eh.

That’s funny! Probably should give them a few job applications as well!

[jricci13]

Originally Posted by Spalumbos62

Is it me...but do I hear in your voice that you are the victim here? It's almost like poor little me, entitled villages home owner...how dare such filth be in my surroundings, my neighborhood wanting a donation from me.
Yes, there are people that pull a fast one to get your donation, but how freaking sad that they have to do this. Does anyone really believe they make allot of money doing this daily.
Think about it, if you were in this situation wouldn't you go to a vacation location or some place like the villages? I would.
I dont hate these people, like so many here do and I don't give them cash....I give them bottled drinks and snacks.

Since you’re so sympathetic to their cause, Next time I see one I’ll send them your email so they can stand in front of your yard and panhandle. Better yet, you can invite them for dinner.

[jricci13]

Originally Posted by Spalumbos62

Is it me...but do I hear in your voice that you are the victim here? It's almost like poor little me, entitled villages home owner...how dare such filth be in my surroundings, my neighborhood wanting a donation from me.
Yes, there are people that pull a fast one to get your donation, but how freaking sad that they have to do this. Does anyone really believe they make allot of money doing this daily.
Think about it, if you were in this situation wouldn't you go to a vacation location or some place like the villages? I would.
I dont hate these people, like so many here do and I don't give them cash....I give them bottled drinks and snacks.

Since you're so sympathetic to their cause I suggest that you allow them to stand in front of your house and beg for money and then invite them to dinner! I can live in the Villages because I taught public school for 39 years and earned it!

[Spalumbos62]

Originally Posted by jricci13

Since you're so sympathetic to their cause I suggest that you allow them to stand in front of your house and beg for money and then invite them to dinner! I can live in the Villages because I taught public school for 39 years and earned it!

I live and own in the TV also...and yes...if someone was in need of a dinner, you are damn straight I would invite them in....I was taught to be a giving person....you should try it.

[manaboutown]

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[Caymus]

Originally Posted by Spalumbos62

I live and own in the TV also...and yes...if someone was in need of a dinner, you are damn straight I would invite them in....I was taught to be a giving person....you should try it.

What is stopping you? You can find plenty of opportunities.

[manaboutown]

Originally Posted by Spalumbos62

I live and own in the TV also...and yes...if someone was in need of a dinner, you are damn straight I would invite them in....I was taught to be a giving person....you should try it.

You may be living dangerously then. Utah homeless man Eric Jones allegedly slit woman's throat after she let him into her home

[Spalumbos62]

Originally Posted by manaboutown

You may be living dangerously then. Utah homeless man Eric Jones allegedly slit woman's throat after she let him into her home

Thank you, I appreciate your concern and I wouldn't be that silly to do that.....I was trying to express my point to that poster, that barked back so smuggly that she/he worked 39 yrs blah,blah....like every single one if us didn’t....of course we all did, and we all are very lucky to live there.
I personally do not look at panhandlers as ripoff artist....I look at them as people really down on their luck and with that mindset...yes....I would walk into Publix and buy them a bucket of chicken.,or such. There are many ways to help people out...it does not have to be a cash donation at a street corner.
Just a quick note..... the mths we rent our place out our cleaning lady,as she's leaving, takes any leftover food the renters left behind and drives over and gives it to them....what a great person, what a great thing to do...could you imagine if all the cleaning people did this! Such a small gesture...such a positive outcome.

[PugMom]

Originally Posted by Spalumbos62

Is it me...but do I hear in your voice that you are the victim here? It's almost like poor little me, entitled villages home owner...how dare such filth be in my surroundings, my neighborhood wanting a donation from me.
Yes, there are people that pull a fast one to get your donation, but how freaking sad that they have to do this. Does anyone really believe they make allot of money doing this daily.
Think about it, if you were in this situation wouldn't you go to a vacation location or some place like the villages? I would.
I dont hate these people, like so many here do and I don't give them cash....I give them bottled drinks and snacks.

i wouldn't say they are 'hated', in fact i've foolishly given them $$, but it's the idea of 'how can this be?' in today's world employers are going nuts trying to keep their businesses afloat, yet we see these people NOT engaging, NOT looking for reliable employment, & don't seem to mind their kids & pets following them to stand on street corners of busy roadways.

[manaboutown]

Originally Posted by Spalumbos62

.yes....I would walk into Publix and buy them a bucket of chicken.,or such. There are many ways to help people out...it does not have to be a cash donation at a street corner.

You would still be living dangerously. Homeless man attacks, robs good Samaritan giving him coat in Midtown, police say - ABC7 New York

[ex34449]

They make hundreds a day and tax free. Like SPAM, as long as it is profitable, it will continue.

[dougjb]

Originally Posted by ex34449

They make hundreds a day and tax free. Like SPAM, as long as it is profitable, it will continue.

And you know this.....HOW?

[Buckeyephan]

Years ago our church had a program for helping needy folks and my husband and I were on a list to be called when needed. No cash was ever given. We often delivered groceries for single moms and their families. One time we were contacted about a needy single man. A motel room had been provided for him and we were asked to give food. My husband took the groceries we bought that could feed him for several days. He refused the food and said he wanted to be taken to a restaurant for dinner. That was the last time we volunteered for this. We helped serve meals at a shelter instead. We never give anything to panhandlers.