In Hong Kong, there have been “McRefugees” who sleep at McDonald’s outlets overnight. For these homeless people, what services can be delivered to them?

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Kevin Kwan

26 May 2021

In Hong Kong, there have been “McRefugees” who sleep at McDonald’s outlets overnight. For these homeless people, what services can be delivered to them?

In Hong Kong, there have been “McRefugees” who sleep at McDonald’s outlets overnight. For these homeless people, what services can be delivered to them?

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Nancy Wong

26 May 2021

Sorry to hear that.

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Kevin Kwan

26 May 2021

I feel sad too.

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Nancy Wong

26 May 2021

Outreaching services for the homeless may be a try. It is always sad to see such a disadvantaged group in our society.

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