Solving Homelessness
I’m Lisa Li and homelessness is an issue that is close to my heart. I am a small business owner and the founder of OKHomeless.com a website I created that serves as an online directory and resource for homeless people across Oklahoma. I was homeless around ten years ago in Oklahoma where there was no…
Read MoreSurvival: How to Purify Water
If you are in a survival situation and need to purify water from a creek or lake, there are several methods you can use to make the water safe to drink using resources found in nature. Here are a few options: Boiling Boiling is one of the most effective ways to purify water. To boil…
Read MoreEdible Plants and Berries That Grow in Oklahoma
Oklahoma is home to a variety of edible plants that can be found in the state’s forests, fields, and gardens. Here is a list of some edible plants that may be easily found in Oklahoma: Blackberries Blackberries are a type of berry that grows wild in Oklahoma. They have a sweet and tart flavor and…
Read MoreCheap Meal Options
McDonald’s McChicken sandwich For homeless individuals, finding access to affordable and nutritious food can be a challenge. If you don’t have access to cooking equipment or a kitchen, it can be difficult to prepare meals for yourself. However, there are several options for cheap and easy food that you can get and make without cooking…
Read MoreEmergency Shelter: Backpack Beds
Backpack Beds for the Homeless Backpack beds, also known as “portable beds,” are a type of emergency shelter designed for homeless individuals. These beds are typically made of lightweight, waterproof materials and can be easily carried in a backpack or a shoulder bag. Backpack beds can be an effective solution for homeless individuals who need…
Read MoreCapsule Hotels: An Alternative to Homeless Shelters?
Image Source: https://www.flickr.com/photos/glouk/5392108295 Capsule hotels, also known as “micro hotels” or “pod hotels,” are a type of budget accommodation that originated in Japan and have since spread to other parts of the world. These hotels consist of small, individual capsule units that provide basic amenities like a bed, a light, and sometimes a small television.…
Read MoreEmergency Shelter: Tube Tents
$8.99 $24.99 $30.30 Tube tents, also known as “emergency shelters,” are lightweight, portable shelters that are designed to provide temporary housing for individuals in need. They are typically made of durable, waterproof materials and are shaped like a tube, with one end closed and the other open to allow for ventilation. Tube tents can be…
Read MoreAsh Cakes Recipe
Ash cakes, also called fire cakes, are a very simple type of flat bread made of flour and water. It’s simple and doesn’t require much time or preparation. Needing only a few basic ingredients, this flat bread recipe can help you survive when you don’t have much else to eat. This recipe was used in the…
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