Surviving the Streets: A Dead Broke Survival Guide
by Ken Pealock

Life can change in an instant. Whether through loss, misfortune, or circumstance, suddenly finding yourself with nothing—no money, no home, no safety net—can feel like the end. But it doesn’t have to be. In Surviving the Streets: A Dead Broke Survival Guide, Ken Pealock delivers a raw, unflinching roadmap for navigating the chaos of homelessness and poverty, offering not just survival tactics but the tools to rebuild your life from the ground up.

Chapter by chapter, Pealock walks you through the realities of being "dead broke"—

• Understanding Your Situation exposes the hard truths of homelessness, the stigma attached to it, and the mental health challenges that often accompany survival on the streets.

• Basic Needs and Immediate Survival offers pragmatic advice on finding food, securing shelter, and accessing clean water when the world feels like it’s turned its back.

• Navigating Public Services helps you unlock the local resources and social services that could be your lifeline, along with the legal rights and advocacy you need to fight for a better situation.

Health and hygiene become critical when you’re struggling, and Pealock gives you practical strategies for maintaining your well-being even when basic resources are scarce. Mental and physical health are inseparable on the streets, and this guide emphasizes both.

Building a Support Network is key, and Pealock shows you how to tap into community organizations, support groups, and even social media to connect with people who can help you on your journey.

In Employment Opportunities, Pealock provides smart strategies for finding work, whether temporary gigs or more long-term solutions. With actionable advice on job searches, building skills, and managing tight finances, this chapter offers hope for a future beyond survival.

Once you're on your feet, Financial Literacy and Management will help you develop the skills to stretch every dollar, understand credit and debt, and even begin saving for the future, no matter how bleak your present circumstances feel.

Looking ahead, Long-Term Solutions digs into housing programs, educational opportunities, and career training, showing you that a new life is possible—if you take the steps toward it.

Staying safe on the streets is an ongoing challenge, and Pealock doesn’t shy away from the harsh realities of street survival. His Safety Tips and advice for avoiding dangerous situations could save your life. And if things get worse, knowing how to report crimes and seek help is critical.

The final chapter, Stories of Resilience, features the voices of those who’ve been where you are and come out the other side stronger. These inspiring stories show that no matter how low you fall, there is always hope for a better future.

Surviving the Streets isn’t just a survival guide—it’s a testament to the power of resilience, the will to fight, and the knowledge that with the right resources and mindset, you can build a life from nothing. Whether you’re currently struggling or just want to be prepared, this book is your essential companion for navigating the hardest times and rising stronger on the other side.

No matter how broke you are, the streets don't have to define you.