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=LIVING IN MOTELS AND HOTELS=
 * ====The downfall of the economy has made life difficult for everyone. More and more people are losing jobs and, in turn, losing their homes. As Americans try to cut corners to make ends meet, more and more people are finding themselves forced to live in motels and hotels. These "Hotel Dwellers" can be made up of many demographics. We are finding that, in some cases, people who had been living the life of a person with a six figure income have found it necessary to move their families into a not-so-pleasant hotel room.====

Many of these families struggle to live a "normal" life. Most have been faced with foreclosure notices, eviction notices, and have had to file for bankruptcy. Unfortunately, the children are the one who struggle the most. These children have no place of their own within the space. There is no place for these children to play and release stress or release energy. Also, the children are exposed to the lifestyles of others that live in the motels. The stereotypical motel and hotel dwellers are pimps, prostitutes, and drug dealers, so if, in fact, there are those types of people residing in the complex, children will sure pick up on it and no one wants their child to witness that.

Many motels and hotels are now more commonly known for their low income residents. These people often receive help in the form of food and clothing. It is important to know what resources are available to help these families. The children especially need the help of teachers and other responsible adults so that the are taken care of. After all, they are our future and they are the ones that will be giving back to the community as adults. || ==== ====

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