KRFC From Here to Home

Growing Old Is Hard Enough When You Have a Home

Our homelessness crisis is about to get a lot worse, as the number of older people who are unhoused -- those over 50 -- continues to grow. David and Larry talk about why that's happening, and how resources are sorely lacking for the specific needs of this demographic.

You Can’t Arrest Your Way Out of Homelessness

A recent Supreme Court decision has made it a crime to be homeless. David and Larry discuss what's behind that decision--and the effort by so many communities to jail people for the simple fact that they have no place to live. They discuss why that doesn't work, how it creates a neverending loop to nowhere, and what's a better way to approach the issue.

An Interview with Sister Mary Alice Murphy, Part 2

Long-time advocate for people experiencing homelessness, Sister Mary Alice Murphy, talks with David and Larry about how she became a nun, as well as her motivations for working with the needy and poor. Learn about how her life's path lead her to Denver, Colorado, and ultimately Fort Collins, where she has helped create a support network for people experiencing homelessness.

An Interview with Sister Mary Alice Murphy, Part 1

Long-time advocate for people experiencing homelessness, Sister Mary Alice Murphy, talks with David and Larry about how she became a nun, as well as her motivations for working with the needy and poor. Learn about how her life's path lead her to Denver, Colorado, and ultimately Fort Collins, where she has helped create a support network for people experiencing homelessness.

Why Do People Who Are Homeless Have Smartphones?

Why do people experiencing homelessness often have nice smart phones or cool shoes? David and Larry talk about homelessness and buying stuff. It turns out, the cost of a pair of new kicks isn't enough to buy a house.