[UPDATE 11/7/25]

Hey everyone! I’m very happy and grateful to share that I’ve secured stable housing that I moved into yesterday! Thanks so much to everyone who’s contributed to my safety and well-being. 

While my immediate housing crisis has been resolved, I still have urgent transitional needs for necessities like groceries, transportation, and weekly therapy sessions. The GFM remains at 70%, and before I close the GFM at the end of this weekend, I’m advocating for a final push to secure these necessities as I get back on my feet.

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[ORIGINAL POST]

Hey everyone! I'm Josh, and I need your help to find safe and stable housing to continue my education and healing journey. After fleeing an unsafe living situation, I’m at risk of becoming houseless and need to raise $1,500 to cover my move-in costs by November 1st. Your support is critical to my mental and physical well-being.

My previous living situation with my roommate was slowly escalating due to his severe alcoholism and vulnerable narcissist behavior, creating an unpredictable and unsafe environment. As a sober drinker living with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), this was a dangerous and unsustainable situation for me. With the help of my sister and friends, I decided to flee.

I've been couchsurfing and recently secured a temporary sublet, but it ends on November 2nd. I'm now racing against the clock to find a permanent, peaceful home; a sanctuary where I can focus on my healing and future.

Here’s why your support is so important:

For someone with C-PTSD, stable housing isn't just a comfort; it's a critical foundation for my well-being. By helping me secure a stable home, you are directly contributing to protecting my mental health and allowing me to continue my education.

My financial goal: $1,450

I've secured $550 to go towards the security deposit. I need to raise the remaining $1,450 to cover move-in costs by November 1st.

Here's a breakdown of what your donation will fund:

Remaining Security Deposit: $450

November Rent: $1,000

Any additional funds will go towards immediate needs like groceries, transportation, and continuing my crucial weekly therapy sessions.

Who I am and my future plans:

I am a 33-year-old psychology student at City College of San Francisco. I'm on a path to transfer to the California Institute of Integral Studies to eventually guide others on their healing journeys as a certified talk/psychedelic/expressive arts therapist. Your support doesn't just help me; it helps me continue on a path to help others in the future.

How you can help:

Donate: Any amount you can contribute brings me closer to my goal.

Share: Whether or not you can donate, please share this fundraiser with your network. Sharing my story exponentially increases my chances of success.

Thank you for your kindness and compassion.

With warmth,

Josh