Doubly Difficult: To Be Homeless and an Immigrant in NYC

stereotype – n. an often unfair and untrue belief that many people have about all people or things with a particular characteristic

vulnerable – adj. open to attack, harm, or damage

saved by the bell – exp. saved by the timely intervention of someone or something

constantly – adv. happening all the time or very often over a period of time

client – n. a person who pays a professional person or organization for services

familiar – adj. frequently seen, heard, or experienced

take advantage of – exp. to use (something) unfairly for personal gain

subsidize – v. to help someone or something pay for the costs of (something)

landlord – n. a person who owns a house, apartment, etc., and rents it to other people