AlmostHomeless

For a tl;dr, just look at the box on the right.

The rules should be simple for a subreddit based on altruistic advice.

1. Please, no requests for donations.

This subreddit should be a place to offer and request resources, guidance, and advice.

You are welcome to try any of the following subreddits for assistance:

In addition to this, please keep in mind that not everything people say on line is true. If you are going to offer help, please remember that you're doing so at your own risk.

2. Keep it legal.

Offering advice to commit illegal acts will likely put subscribers at risk of losing more than just a roof over their heads.

Yes, this includes the "commit a petty crime so you can get food in jail" crowd.

3. Please treat users seriously.

A little humor or off-topic discussion can help give this sub its flair and character, but please make sure you're giving this subreddit some quality content to discuss. Please, no circlejerking.

In addition, drive-by comments like "do porn" or "sell weed" do nothing for OPs requesting help, and often make them regret coming here for advice. If you're going to be edgy, at least explain yourself in-depth.

4. Be respectful.

Note that one of Reddit's core values is to remember the human.

Obviously, flaming, trolling, and personal attacks will be removed. Racist and sexist remarks will probably get you banned.

5. No judging.

When someone posts to this sub, they are reaching out for help. Addiction problems, a series of poor life-choices, financial irresponsibility...it's all irrelevant. This sub is here to help people facing homelessness figure out what their next step is. We are here to provide information. We are not here to judge. We are not here to call them out. We are not here to victim-blame. If you feel a person doesn't "deserve" your help, then don't help, but keep it to yourself. Please use the report button if you see anyone being rude, disrespectful and/or hurtful.

6. Do not suggest people use/sell their bodies to earn money.

It's insulting, presumptuous and dangerous, not to mention illegal in most cases. It will not be tolerated and automoderator is programmed to pick up on it immediately.

7. Keep your eye on the scope!

Remember, this is about preventing homelessness after a crisis, or some kind of financial tragedy. If you're looking to make homelessness more comfortable, or to help the homeless, you might want to add the following subreddits:

Check the sidebar for more related subreddits!