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Irish_Dem

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5. They get security, sanitation, mental health services.

Reply to teach1st (Original post)

Tue Feb 6, 2024, 12:53 PM

Feb 2024

Isn't this a step in the right direction?

I know it's far from ideal and definitely has a downside but it's more than they have now.

And once many of them get appropriate mental health treatment therapy and medication they might start doing really well
and be able to leave the camp with a new start in life.

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I wonder if they realize... Think. Again. Feb 2024 #1

True or false: The plan is better than the status quo. Tetrachloride Feb 2024 #2

Somehow, given that it's Florida, I doubt they will spend the money to give them access to real mental health services. ratchiweenie Feb 2024 #3

I can't imagine what could possibly go wrong. Firestorm49 Feb 2024 #4

They get security, sanitation, mental health services. Irish_Dem Feb 2024 #5

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