'It's like I drew a door and disappeared through it' (2021)
The article delves into the challenges faced by homeless individuals in Russia, sharing personal stories like Kirill and Anna's. It highlights difficulties in healthcare access and societal stigma, emphasizing the impact of homelessness.
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The article from Meduza explores the lives of homeless individuals in Russia, shedding light on the challenges they face and the reasons that keep them from reintegrating into society. The story follows the experiences of Kirill Nikolayevich, a retiree who lost his home due to a scam, and Anna, a former art teacher who ended up on the streets after being raped by her son-in-law. The article also discusses the difficulties homeless people encounter in accessing healthcare and the societal stigma attached to homelessness. Igor Antonov, a volunteer, highlights the complexities of helping those who have been on the streets for an extended period. The narrative delves into the personal stories of individuals like Anna and Sasha, illustrating the harsh realities they confront daily. Through these accounts, the article underscores the profound impact of homelessness on individuals and challenges common misconceptions about this vulnerable population.
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7 commentsEverything in this article rings true. In particular, I inherently refuse to go to the hospital because I only make a humble living and can't handle a medical-scale financial shock, and I resist anything that feels like I could go back to 30 years ago. I'm seeing a doctor at a more crunchy-granola place though, because it vibes differently though she's still a credentialed doctor and it's no different from seeing one at a hospital: Medicaid's got me. But it's less scary to see a real doctor in the trappings of a hippie haven, so that's how I'm able to do it.
It wasn't a very long period of homelessness thirty years ago, but it did leave an indelible mark. The article is worth reading even if it too is scary. You guys can be scared of this and I'll be scared of seeing the doctor, and we'll all manage somehow :)
There was something very deep about this. I've had these moments before (from both sides), and while they are rare it's a very deep realisation of how different our internal monologues can be about the same situations.
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