homeless persons

High school seniors Ireland and Kal fall in love while collaborating on a school mural, but their happiness is jeopardized when Kal reveals Ireland's deepest secret.

After years on the run, sixteen-year-old Phoenix and mom Nina travel back to Nina's hometown to get revenge on the man she says ruined her life.

"June knew she wanted to make a positive difference in the word. As she set her mind on making that change she gathered support from her friends and family. Together they were able to influence the lives of those less fortunate in an incredible way"--Back cover.

Unable to afford rent, Mia--a community college student--lives out of her car, cleaning houses of the well-to-do in the LA area to meet her shoestring budget. Then Covid hits, and everything changes.

Justin and his mother are on their way to a party with a plate of cookies when Justin sees a hungry, homeless family on the sidewalk; in a moment of kindness, he shares his treats and continues to smile at strangers, which leads to a chain reaction of goodwill that spreads around the globe.

"A story about a homeless boy and his imaginary friend that proves in unexpected ways that friends matter, whether real or imaginary"--OCLC.

"After being evicted from their home, thirteen-year-old Katie Wingate and her family move into an Extended Stay America Motel where she tries to lead a normal life, all the while wondering if things would be easier living with her father"--Provided by publisher.

Dr. Susan Partovi first experienced poverty medicine volunteering at a dump site in Tijuana during high school. There, she recognized the need for all people to have access to quality medical care. Over the years, she has worked in various facilities around Los Angeles County, incorporating her renegade method of going the extra mile for her patients. As Medical Director of Homeless Health Care Los Angeles, she works to provide a safety net of care for the underserved skid row community and surrounding neighborhoods.

The local park is a mess, and J.C. needs volunteers to clean up the litter, and help the homeless people living there.

"It's June's first day at Huey House, and...[she] can't bring her cherished viola inside. Before the accident last year, her dad saved tip money for a year to buy her viola, and she's not about to give it up now. Tyrell has been at Huey House for three years and gives June a glimpse of the good things about living there: friendship, hot meals, and a classical musician next door. Can he and June work together to oppose the government, or will families be forced out of Huey House before they are ready?"--Provided by publisher.