Homeless people rude and arrogant in Austin. (Nash: salaries, office)

[timtemtym]

I had one on Parmer/35 who used to yell at me several times because I kept my windows rolled up and ignored her (this was many years ago when I lived in Austin). She would tell me I was racist because my car was white and other fun stuff. The ones out here in LA are a little less interactive unless you make eye contact or talk to them first.

It can be annoying, but it's part of city living I guess.

[Don in Austin]

Originally Posted by Danbo1957

The homeless, by definition are desperate-- and are a lot more rude in bigger cities like New York and Los Angeles. Panhandlers are asking for money; when you see someone coming towards your car roll up your window.

Or give them a can of cold V8 juice. I have done that and it was greatly appreciated. My wife has bags with things like a new, clean t-shirt, toiletries, etc. I agree that giving money is of dubious benefit.

Don

[CarnivalGal]

Originally Posted by Don in Austin

Or give them a can of cold V8 juice. I have done that and it was greatly appreciated. My wife has bags with things like a new, clean t-shirt, toiletries, etc. I agree that giving money is of dubious benefit.

Don

My mother-in-law used to hand out bags with food and such. After having people refuse them (often in non-friendly, expletive-laced ways), she stopped. It got to the point where she was actually afraid of how angry people were that she wasn't giving them money. Turns out a lot of people just want the money, and I'm guessing it's not used for food and such.

[Bp25]

Originally Posted by CarnivalGal

My mother-in-law used to hand out bags with food and such. After having people refuse them (often in non-friendly, expletive-laced ways), she stopped. It got to the point where she was actually afraid of how angry people were that she wasn't giving them money. Turns out a lot of people just want the money, and I'm guessing it's not used for food and such.

NPR did an episode on planet money (I think) where they got a quote form a San Fransisco homeless guy saying that they have access to food and shelter, so the only thing that they need money for is "other" stuff - so don't give them money.

[jencam]

Originally Posted by CarnivalGal

My mother-in-law used to hand out bags with food and such. After having people refuse them (often in non-friendly, expletive-laced ways), she stopped. It got to the point where she was actually afraid of how angry people were that she wasn't giving them money. Turns out a lot of people just want the money, and I'm guessing it's not used for food and such.

I went through a drive-through once that gave me a coupon for a free burger on my next visit. A woman asked me for money for food and I gave her this coupon. She was furious.

On the other end, another time same place a guy was asking for money for food I said is food what you really want? He said yes, I said tell me what you want. I got it and handed it to him after the drive-through window and he was uber-grateful. Thanked me 100 times.

[jencam]

Even at gas stations there are sandwiches. If I am in a place where I am willing I say come pick out what you want to eat. NO more money. Not after being scammed too many times.

[ikoolu]

stop feeding them and they will go away - feed them and they stay around - just like a bird or any animal -and sometimes the bird or animal will bite the hand that feeds them - so done be so surprised how they act -

[ScoPro]

Your money is most likely paying for their cigarettes, booze, and/or illegal drugs. Give your money to the Salvation Army.

The guy in the wheelchair? He's getting SS disability.

[cBach]

One time someone walked up to me and said he was hungry could I spare some change. I was in front of a Chinese restaurant. I said if you are hungry then you would accept some plain rice then? He said yes.

We went in and then I ordered a container of rice, around $1.99 or so I think. He then asked the cashier for kung pao chicken. I said "wait I just said plain rice." He said "I need flavor bro." I the cashier politely only plain rice.

He took the plain rice and stormed out cussing me out.

I try to be nice but it's hard when they don't show gratitude. I simply ignore nowadays.

[Covfefe.]

How about the guy with the fancy sign whose kid has cancer. That dude has been at it for at least 10 years.