I’m reaching out for support as I rebuild my life after addiction and homelessness.
To my community, friends, and kind strangers,
Most of you know that my journey hasn't been an easy one. For a long time, I was lost in a cycle of homelessness and struggle. But recently, I made the most important decision of my life: I took full accountability for my path and committed myself to getting clean and sober. I am currently in a recovery program, and I can say with pride that I have my sobriety on track. Next week, I hit a major milestone as I transition into the outpatient phase of my journey. However, this success has brought me face-to-face with a new, daunting reality.
While I am stronger than I’ve ever been mentally and spiritually, I am facing a 'perfect storm' of physical and financial obstacles. I only have 30 days of program-funded housing remaining, and most local housing resources have waitlists that are two years long. After my 30 days are up, I face the possibility of homelessness again, which is the biggest threat to my long-term stability. I am also dealing with a painful injury that prevents me from performing physical labor. My doctor has me starting a physical therapy regimen next week to help me recover, but I have no way to get there. I currently have no vehicle. Between the outpatient program, recovery meetings, and my new physical therapy schedule starting next week, having a car is a medical necessity, not a luxury. I have applied for SSI disability, but that process can take years. Because of my pending claim and physical state, I am currently unable to work to bridge the financial gap.
I have worked too hard to let a lack of resources pull me back into the life I left behind. I am asking for the community's help to raise funds for stable housing and a reliable vehicle. Whether it is a financial donation or a lead on a donated car, these tools are my lifeline to staying safe and healthy. I am not looking for a handout; I am looking for a bridge. I’ve done the hard work of cleaning up my life, and now I just need a place to stand while I wait for my disability support to be finalized. I refuse to let addiction or homelessness become a burden on my life ever again.
Thank you for reading my story, for your prayers, and for any support you can provide. Please share this with your friends—every bit of support and every share makes a difference.
With gratitude and hope,
Brian Keith Roberts
To my community, friends, and kind strangers,
Most of you know that my journey hasn't been an easy one. For a long time, I was lost in a cycle of homelessness and struggle. But recently, I made the most important decision of my life: I took full accountability for my path and committed myself to getting clean and sober. I am currently in a recovery program, and I can say with pride that I have my sobriety on track. Next week, I hit a major milestone as I transition into the outpatient phase of my journey. However, this success has brought me face-to-face with a new, daunting reality.
While I am stronger than I’ve ever been mentally and spiritually, I am facing a 'perfect storm' of physical and financial obstacles. I only have 30 days of program-funded housing remaining, and most local housing resources have waitlists that are two years long. After my 30 days are up, I face the possibility of homelessness again, which is the biggest threat to my long-term stability. I am also dealing with a painful injury that prevents me from performing physical labor. My doctor has me starting a physical therapy regimen next week to help me recover, but I have no way to get there. I currently have no vehicle. Between the outpatient program, recovery meetings, and my new physical therapy schedule starting next week, having a car is a medical necessity, not a luxury. I have applied for SSI disability, but that process can take years. Because of my pending claim and physical state, I am currently unable to work to bridge the financial gap.
I have worked too hard to let a lack of resources pull me back into the life I left behind. I am asking for the community's help to raise funds for stable housing and a reliable vehicle. Whether it is a financial donation or a lead on a donated car, these tools are my lifeline to staying safe and healthy. I am not looking for a handout; I am looking for a bridge. I’ve done the hard work of cleaning up my life, and now I just need a place to stand while I wait for my disability support to be finalized. I refuse to let addiction or homelessness become a burden on my life ever again.
Thank you for reading my story, for your prayers, and for any support you can provide. Please share this with your friends—every bit of support and every share makes a difference.
With gratitude and hope,
Brian Keith Roberts
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