Basic Needs

Apr 21, 2021

In this episode we go into depth on shelter systems in Downtown St Paul during the pandemic. We hear from a Housing Assistant on the residents’ access to basic needs such as food, clothing, and mental health. Learn the intake process and what makes one eligible for shelter and access to basic needs. Get informed on how people experiencing homelessness get mistreated and support can be hindered by legal limitations.

Host: Mason He/Him @bibbitybobbityboy, 23, Biracial, Nonbinary Transman, Designer & Activist

Guest: Becky She/They @beckyfuckingarts, 21, Biracial, Genderfluid, Artist & Musician, Shelter Assistant in Housing Operations Unit, IG: @beckyfuckingarts

EPISODE CREDITS:

Music Credits: Queering Community Health Theme by Becs, on Instagram @beckyfuckingarts
Art Credits: Jacques on Instagram @jacquesdraws

RESOURCES:

Houle’s GoFundMe: Leonard Houle

Becky’s Instagram: @beckyfuckingarts

Shelters Mentioned:

• Safe Space Shelter
• Higher Ground
• Safe Space Year Round Shelter

Food Support:

• Open Arms
• 2Harvest
• Hallie Q Brown Food Shelf

Mutual Aid:

• Twin Cities Mutual Aid Project 
• Twin Cities Mutual Aid 
• Don't Call The Police