Disabled Homeless Woman Sleeps on the Streets of New York City

Brenda is 60 years-old, she worked for 35 years, she is a college graduate, and she sleeps on the sidewalk of New York City.

I was a little shocked when Brenda told me she sleeps right here on the streets of New York City. With all the people walking by and the noise, I cannot imagine finding comfort enough to close my eyes. But for Brenda, that's where she feels safe.

When Brenda lived in San Diego, she was entering a bus, and the driver didn't see her got on. When the driver moved the door to take off, Brenda was knocked to the ground. Then when the driver pulled away, her leg slammed into the steel door.

Brenda was seriously injured. An ambulance took her to the hospital, but the accident was not reported with the proper protocol. Brenda then started legal proceedings and filed a lawsuit. The lawyer that was recommended to her wasn't honest, and the case never went anywhere. The judge dismissed the case and told Brenda she has every right to sue, but she would have to start all over again.

Brenda now receives $720 a month from Social Security, and that's not even close to enough to afford a place to stay.

At 9:26 I ask Brenda what she would want people to know about homelessness. She shares about how people are judgmental even about her wearing lipstick. Whenever I post a video with a woman that is trying to take care of herself by wearing makeup, lots of people freak out. They have a hard time understanding that homeless women still have the self-worth and decency to look presentable.

Most people that are experiencing homelessness do not look homeless. There is little to no education focused on teaching the general public the true realities of homelessness so people hold on to a lot of misconceptions.
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[InvisiblePeople]

At 9:26 I ask Brenda what she would want people to know about homelessness. She shares about how people are judgmental even about her wearing lipstick. Whenever I post a video with a woman that is trying to take care of herself by wearing makeup, lots of people freak out. They have a hard time understanding that homeless women still have the self-worth and decency to look presentable.

Most people that are expericing homelessness do not look homeless. There is little to no education focused on teaching the general public the true realities of homelessness so people hold on to a lot of missconcetpions.

[brendasprankle]

I JUST CELEBRATED ONE YEAR IN MY APT. THANKS EVERYONE. PRAYING FOR OTHERS

[brendasprankle]

I'm happy to be resting in my new home. Praise the Lord. Thanks for asking.

[brendasprankle]

ONE THING ABOUT BECOMING HOMELESS, YOU DEFINITELY WILL FIND OUT WHO YOUR FRIENDS ARE.

[brendasprankle]

GOD DID NOT LOVE ME ANY LESS WHEN I WAS HOMELESS, NEVER

[brendasprankle]

Im doing okay and praying for all homeless, writing my book.

[brendasprankle]

I FIGURED OUT THE TITLE FOR MY BOOK "SO BLESSED in the LOWEST OF PLACES."

[brendasprankle]

Hello folks, Well Hallelujah, I made it to PA and now I have my N.Y. i.d. I will leave N.Y. early Monday, stop at PA. Check on apt and if not, head back to San Diego. And buy a van and be a hippie. Yep!!!!
Love all of you, some nice man brought me a beautiful warm jacket, and I so needed it. Appreciating. I am so excited. I do hope the apt is ready. But I will do what I have to do. Either way I will be off of the sidewalk. Pray for me. And I cant thank everyone enough. You remind me that there are good people out there and it is easier to be nice than not nice. SO happy!!!!

[X.O_remi]

She's very strong and brave blessings to you Brenda.

[brendasprankle]

FOR THOSE WHO DONT KNOW I AM FINALLY LIVING IN MY NEW APT. I AM ELATED. I PRAY FOR ALL MY HOMELESS BROTHERS AND SISTERS AND MAY THEY BE SAFE AND WARM THIS WINTER SEASON. BLESSINGS TO ALL.

[brendasprankle]

As of May 2019. I got my apt. Life is good. God is better. Praise the Lord.

[redpilled]

this woman has dignity never let anyone take that

[EmyChristinme]

This is one of the strongest women I have seen.

[brendasprankle]

ENDING MY HOMELESS JOURNEY, NOW I MAY WRITE A BOOK

[brendasprankle]

Thank you for reminding me to always reach out to Jesus Christ. I am in my apt. And no longer a homeless woman. Thanks be to God for everything. I am elated. A very emotional time. We can pray for one another. I am blessed

[brendasprankle]

My life is going well and I already signed up for three hours of volunteer work. i need to keep busy and rejoice. THis is a day the Lord made, Rejoice and be happy in it. I am I am. Hope all is well.

[lindaaustin]

This lady is so well spoken, I feel for her and all the injustices she has had to endure. I wish her well and a better future. She shud never have gotten to this point, especially wen none of it was her fault. Good luck, and lots of love.

[brendasprankle]

GOD BLESS EVERYONE AND PLEASE REMEMBER, LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF. BE KIND.

[brendasprankle]

A FEW DAYS OF REST AND I SHOULD BE BACK TO NORMAL. NOW I CAN EAT RIGHT AND LOSE WEIGHT. TAKE BETTER CARE OF MYSELF. SO

[kimbasciano_]

“Never say never” ain’t that the truth. If a little bit of lipstick and eyeshadow makes her feel better about herself then why not. people are so quick to judge, it’s terrible.