The idea that Eugene is a "national homeless destination" is a myth perpetuated by people like you. St. Vincent de Paul director Terry McDonald says he finds the same myth in cities all over the US, all of which have a homeless problem, because poverty is a national problem. And yes, many of us have taken homeless people into our homes at some time, and it is not a practical solution. It is robotic to keep suggesting it, and a way of avoiding the issue of not enough shelter.