The Pain of Poverty You Cannot Simulate

Many employees are being encouraged to participate in poverty simulations. These activities can begin to shed light on some aspects of poverty, yet the harsh reality cannot be adequately simulated. I have seen many aspects of poverty and have found that many people fall through cracks few people can even begin to see. Perhaps these slides will help others to recognize those holes and begin to find meaningful and useful ways to fill in the gaps.

Directions

1. Click on the first image below.
2. Click on the enlarged slide to advance to the next slide.

For those interested in additional reading about this subject, this article by Benjamin J. Gohs gives a snapshot of the reality of poverty that few looking from the outside ever glimpse.

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Reality of Poverty

Poverty and Pets

Poverty and Home Internet

Poverty and Essential Medications

Poverty and Reaching Adulthood

Poverty and Health Insurance

Poverty and Home Phone and Long Distance

Poverty and Smart Phone

Poverty and Taxes

Poverty and Dental Needs for Adults

Poverty and Dental Needs for Children

Poverty and Clothing

Poverty and Vehicles in the Household

Poverty and School Expenses

Poverty and Math Supplies

Poverty and Work Schedules

Poverty and College Scholarships

Poverty and School Uniforms

Poverty and Aging in Place

Poverty and Birthday Parties

Poverty and the Arts

Poverty and Promotional Photos

Poverty and Food

Poverty and Eating Out

Poverty and Exhaustion

Poverty and "the Look"

Poverty and Family Vacations

Poverty and Special Food Needs

Poverty and Medications not Covered by Medicaid

Poverty and Work Opportunities

Poverty and Beauty

Poverty and Childcare

Poverty and Sliding Scale Clinics

Poverty and a Lack of Hope

Poverty is a Choice?

Poverty and Pain