Homelessness is not what it seems
It's a point in life, not in your dreams
Maybe because you've lost your home
Or bereavement where you’re left alone
Maybe because of abuse or terror
Whatever the cause, we need to stop this together
There are places to go who do what they can
But there's more needed to help these men and women
There are even children who have to live this way
It may help if these people had their say
Whether it's for better accommodation or homes
It helps them to know they're not alone
Let’s all get together and have a word
To help these people around the world
I've been there myself so I know it's not nice
People see you, give looks which turn you to ice
We must do all we can to make people halt
And not think it's all their own fault
Homelessness is not a myth
It goes on today within our midst
Maybe caused by no fault of their own
Nobody wants to be without a home
Some don't need mixed accommodation
They may have come from an abusive relationship
All they want is to be safe and secure
Maybe the system could do a lot more
Maybe they've lost someone through death
Which may affect their mental health
They may need help to make a fresh start
To try get over their broken heart
The stigma being without a home to live in
Is not always caused by any addiction
It's called life sent to help us survive
And make us stronger for the rest of our life
Susan Sadler
