A Midtown Manhattan restaurateur who once slept in a hallway after arriving in the U.S. now opens his restaurant vestibule to people seeking warmth and serves meals to the homeless each week.
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When Temperatures Plunge, Charities Worry Most About Risks to Homeless
As temperatures across the country plunge as far as 80% below normal — accompanied in many regions by punishing blizzards — there are the usual concerns: chapped lips and cold hands, dangerous driving conditions and school cancellations, stores sold out of snow shovels and de-icer.
Bensonhurst Woman Calls Helping The Homeless ‘Blessing in a Bag’
With thousands of people living on the streets and sleeping in the subways, New York City’s homeless situation can seem like an overwhelming crisis. But one woman is gamely trying to do her part. Sandy Irrera knows she can’t solve the problem all by herself. “But I’m doing what I can, in my own small way, to help,” she said.
Deli Owner is ‘Arcangel’ to Homeless in Need of Shelter
A religious deli owner in Borough Park who started giving food and shelter to homeless men 15 years ago is still providing help, despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
With Subway Shutdown, Advocates Work Overtime to Help Homeless
Now that the MTA is shutting down the entire New York City subway system during late-night hours, advocates for the homeless are stepping up their efforts to help find them food and shelter.