Hello friends,

I’m in a difficult situation and could really use some support. I’ve been living with serious mental health challenges for many years and am diagnosed with schizophrenia. At the moment, I’m homeless and spending much of my time outside or moving between temporary places. My disability benefits were recently cut off, which removed the little stability I had and has made it much harder to get back on my feet.

Because of my condition, traditional shelters aren’t a good option for me. They tend to be overwhelming and unsafe for my mental health. What would help most right now is something small and steady — a couch to sleep on for a night or two, help with food or transportation, or support toward a safe place to stay while I work on next steps and services.

If you’re able to help in any way, or even share this with others who might be able to, I would be very grateful. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

I know it’s the holidays and everyone has their own problems and responsibilities, and I don’t want to add to that. But I’m really at my wits’ end right now. Shelters aren’t a good option for me. They’re chaotic, toxic, and they make my mental health worse. They don’t feel safe. Even something small like a couch to sleep on for a couple nights would help, or money for food, transportation, or a place to stay while I try to figure out my next steps. Asking for money like this is embarrassing and I’m ashamed that this is where I’m at, but I wouldn’t be posting this if I didn’t genuinely need help.

If you’re able to help in any way — donating, sharing, or reaching out — I would really appreciate it. Thank you for reading this.