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James’s journey at Dallas Life began during a tumultuous period in his life, overwhelmed by challenges and unable to find a way forward. His involvement in the Homeless No More Seniors Program became a turning point, offering him the tools and support to navigate his difficulties more effectively.

Behind every set of eyes is a person created in the image of our loving God. A person with a story. A person with a family. A person that’s been in love, made mistakes, lived through hard times, laughed till they cried.

In a series of photographs by Kevin Lee, Haohui Zhou, and Bin Liu, homeless children in Beijing were painted to blend seamlessly with their surroundings, making them almost indiscernible from the urban landscape.

Uncertainty, struggle and stigma are just some of the threads that knit together the shared experiences of the homeless community. But for women who are homeless, there are several unique challenges only they know.

There are approximately 582,462 individuals experiencing homelessness in the U.S., and the numbers have only increased since 2020 and COVID-19. More than a quarter of those experiencing homelessness are women, some with children.

Susan says life on the streets is a constant battle for all homeless people, but for women it’s particularly hard. On top of the everyday challenges of finding food and a safe place to sleep, she says, women face the threat of sexual violence and cruelty.