“I had an apartment, and I recently lost that apartment because I went through major surgery.”

“And I’m out here. And I’m not trying to stay out here.”

Luke’s story is not strange or unique. Unfortunately, it’s quite common.

He’s also a Vietnam combat veteran.

Despite not having a place to live, the former service member is studying and taking classes.

He’s enrolled at Los Angeles City College, and maintains a 3.0 GPA. He majors in psychology, and in his spare time, works with troubled youth.

“My heart’s compassion is continuing to help other people.”

“I’m trying to get off these streets. I’m not trying to stay on them.”

Hear Luke tell his story in his own words, and how he’s enduring, while homeless: