The number of homeless Americans over the age of 65 is expected to more than double in the next five years. Los Angeles County funds various programs dedicated to keeping these populations off the streets, but they need help. Circle of Health reporter Denise Dador visits one organization with a mission of healing. | ABC7

Pastor spent two years in her own homeless shelter to raise money

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I saw a man, once, on the side of the road. He was holding a sign that said, "Homeless. Please help." I didn't have any cash on me. So I drove by and tried not to make eye-contact. But I did look at him. And I saw the hurt in his eyes and the frown on his face as I refused to even acknowledge his existence. We smile at strangers as we pass them by. Why do we try so hard to avoid eye-contact with homeless people? Are we afraid? Do we think they'll expect something from us? So often we treat them