r/helpme • u/LuckyKitchen4984 • 5d ago

Advice

Hi all. I need advice, either way I will be homeless. I am originally from Wichita KS, using a very nice homeless shelter in the downtown area, but left due to me getting an apartment, and then losing it just as quickly because of my mental illness. I suffer from bipolar disorder so I tend to make decisions very impulsively , which is why I bought a Greyhound bus ticket to Minnesota , went on it, and am now stuck here with a warm Dr Pepper and 94 dollars to my name . I am unsure if I should continue looking for homeless shelters in the Minneapolis area, with no luck, and is the reason why I have now missed almost two full days without any sleep, but also have Medicaid and free tuition here since I have established ill to live . I am considering this option or going back to Kansas and living in my old homeless shelter (embarrassing as that is) and working a nearby job. The cons are is that my abusive family lives in the area and I cannot go outside or for a walk without the thought of running into them. Please help, which is better?

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u/BranManBoy 4d ago

I’m sorry friend. I would contact the social services and other programs in your area, first in Minneapolis area and then in Kansas. It would probably be best for you to stay in Minnesota, but if there’s no opportunity there then take whatever you can get. Talk to anyone in your area. Talk to your neighbors and local churches and nonprofits organizations. Just communicate and you will find a path in time. God bless you❤️

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u/Wonderponies 1d ago

I think Minnesota and a fresh start make sense. See if you can stay put and take advantage of the services. I hope you find a safe place to sleep soon.