[tarkin2]

Times are hard. Lie about your background.

Say you worked in a cafe for many years, then learnt programming, then show them some projects you’ve done (simple websites etc) and attempt to get an entry level job. I know many people who found entry level jobs this way.

But let me reiterate what a previous poster said: try to find a church. Offer them IT support. Ask them about their network. They often help the homeless: eating restaurant/cafe food wastage together, giving away clothes donations.

If nothing else, you may find a friendly ear, and people who value community. Your own religious beliefs or lack thereof do not matter.