“I Was Homeless” By Kristin Lewis
belittle To make someone or something seem less important
daunting Causing people to feel afraid or less confident
dehumanizing Made to feel like less than a human being
eviction The act of forcing someone to leave a place
minimum wage The least amount of money that workers must be paid per hour according to the law
safety net something, such as a government program, that helps or protects someone in a difficult situation
shelter A place that provides temporary housing for people or animals in need
renovated To restore to good condition; repair
needy Poverty; Extremely poor In a condition of need
poverty Having little or no money, goods, or means of support.
confide Discuss private matters or problems; to have full trust