BRADENTON, Fla. – Agencies that serve the homeless in Manatee County are doing everything in their power to help stop the spread of the coronavirus and protect a vulnerable population that could potentially be devastated by an outbreak.
Unfortunately, not everyone who helps the homeless is doing the same, nor are some of the homeless helping themselves during this coronavirus pandemic.
Should an outbreak occur, it could continue to prolong the spread of infection. Some are now saying good intentions could have disastrous results.
For example, consider Manatee County Area Transit allowing free bus rides during this financially challenging time. The action was meant for low-income people to get to essential locations without having to pay an