#CodeBlue... Call 911 if you observe any homeless or at-risk individual so that an outreach team can bring them to shelter.pic.twitter.com/Y7s7lLLeBc
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... however this is life-threatening cold and oftentimes people will want assistance, even if for the night. That said, I have spoken with street homeless individuals who have been touched by the fact that NYPD cared enough to speak with them and offer help, a cup of coffee, etc.
Folks should know what their options are, and know that they can go directly to a shelter without police interaction. It's good and important to communicate and ask permission before calling authorities. No need for the copaganda.
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It doesn't hurt to help. Yes - most chronically street homeless folks know what their options are. Also, many will accept the offer on such cold nights. Agree - ask if you feel can or feel comfortable. Otherwise you are doing no harm (possibly a world of good) by calling it in.
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No hello we just went over this. "Calling it in" exposes people to potential harm and ignores their agency. Nothing wrong with checking in and asking for their consent before "calling it in" ok thanks
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