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How many miles does a homeless person walk a day?

Without homes or any mode of transportation, hundreds of homeless people walk an average of 13 miles a day. Some walk for days, weeks, or months without having access to basic necessities such as clean water or properly fitted shoes.

Are whirlybirds good for sheds?
Are whirlybirds good for sheds?

Installing multiple whirlybirds is one way to boost your shed's cooling powers. Whirlybirds are inexpensive to purchase and they work by drawing...

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What is the difference between an ADU and a guest house?
What is the difference between an ADU and a guest house?

ADUs have their own kitchens, allowing them to be more self-contained from the main home on the site, whereas guest houses do not have kitchens. To...

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How to help L.A.’s homeless? One foot at a time. Without homes or any mode of transportation, hundreds of homeless people walk an average of 13 miles a day. Some walk for days, weeks, or months without having access to basic necessities such as clean water or properly fitted shoes. Many even refuse to air out their feet, conducive of many foot problems, afraid that their shoes might get stolen. As we, Happy Feet Clinic, provide those basic necessities and more, we are blessed with a powerfully humbling experience. At shelters around Los Angeles, including the Union Rescue Mission in downtown L.A., the Ocean Park Community Center in Santa Monica, the New Image Emergency Shelter in South LA, and PATH in Westwood, we treat hundreds of homeless people to a soothing foot wash in a tub of warm, soapy water. Next, we work side by side with podiatrists as they administer foot exams for the homeless community. Throughout the process, we interact with a variety of people in need of help and most importantly become aware of the large prominence of under-served communities and their critical need for assistance. For many students, it is hard to grasp how prominent this population is in a thriving country as America. At first, students squirm at the thought of washing feet (especially those that may need much more care than our own). As soon as the event comes to an end however, many are instilled with the feeling to return again and again. The power to help someone who has lost family, work, and shelter and put a smile on their face is an amazing feeling. This is what makes our organization unique. Any student with an interest in reaching out to under-served communities is invited to join.

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What is the best computer for SketchUp?
What is the best computer for SketchUp?

Best Laptops for Sketchup Microsoft 12.3″ Surface Pro 7 2-in-1 Touchscreen Tablet. Acer Predator Helios 300. HP Envy 13 Laptop. ... CUK ASUS ROG...

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How do you fix a garden shed to the ground?
How do you fix a garden shed to the ground?

Auger Style Anchors: Auger anchors resemble large corkscrews and this type of anchor screws directly into the soil. The anchors are then secured to...

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These are the Best Shed Plans!
These are the Best Shed Plans!

Comprehensive and Intuitive to follow. Build That Shed!

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Does marine plywood need to be sealed?
Does marine plywood need to be sealed?

Since marine plywood is typically used underwater, you'll need to treat every surface of the wood with sealant. We prefer clear, penetrating epoxy...

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Do aluminum ramps rust?
Do aluminum ramps rust?

Corrosion Resistance An aluminium ramp is does not rust. On the other hand, steel must be treated to ensure its corrosion resistant. Mar 1, 2022

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Can I build my own shed?
Can I build my own shed?

Yes, with the right plans you can build your dream shed.

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What is the difference between OSB and CDX plywood?
What is the difference between OSB and CDX plywood?

You don't have a to an expert in the industry to tell the difference between the two products so we'll keep it simple. OSB, Oriented Strand Board,...

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Which is better SketchUp or AutoCAD?
Which is better SketchUp or AutoCAD?

AutoCAD is mainly for 2D drawing, while SketchUp was always designed to be a high-quality 3D modeling program. Because of this, AutoCAD has a...

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