It is a scene too many New York subway riders have witnessed: Homeless individuals finding respite in trains and transportation hubs, often lounging on multiple benches or using extra seats to hold their belongings.
For many years, the NYC subway system has been an unauthorized haven for homeless New Yorkers and out-of-towners. Public and private collaborations have addressed the crisis with noticeable improvements, but still, the problem continues throughout the largest public transit system in the nation.
