Bipolar Disorder Support Group
Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.
I have been gone from DS for almost 2 years. I used to be called Heretic but have lost all passwords etc so I am starting over. I am typing this from the computer lab at a women's shelter. I have been homeless for 22 months and have been at this shelter for 3 months. I lived on the street for a long time. There are pros and cons to both living on the street and living in shelters. Neither one is very good obviously.
I had my Disability hearing last month and am waiting for a letter in the mail to tell me whether I won my case or not. I have very good attorneys and I am told I have an excellent chance, given the things the judge said at the hearing. I should find out anytime now.
If I win I will have income and be able to get housing. If I lose I stay on the street till we go through another appeals process, which will of course take a long time. I was given 90 days to stay at this shelter and my time is almost up. I hope I get that letter soon and I sure hope I win. But I am prepared for whatever happens. I know what the worst case scenario is, I will simply go back to sleeping in public parks. It was hard doing that but in some ways it was easier than living in shelters.
Well anyway I am wondering if anyone here remembers me. I have fond memories of coming to DS and really appreciated the support I got here. I can't check in every day, but will be here most days for the next couple of weeks till I have to leave this shelter.
Take care everyone.
I had my Disability hearing last month and am waiting for a letter in the mail to tell me whether I won my case or not. I have very good attorneys and I am told I have an excellent chance, given the things the judge said at the hearing. I should find out anytime now.
If I win I will have income and be able to get housing. If I lose I stay on the street till we go through another appeals process, which will of course take a long time. I was given 90 days to stay at this shelter and my time is almost up. I hope I get that letter soon and I sure hope I win. But I am prepared for whatever happens. I know what the worst case scenario is, I will simply go back to sleeping in public parks. It was hard doing that but in some ways it was easier than living in shelters.
Well anyway I am wondering if anyone here remembers me. I have fond memories of coming to DS and really appreciated the support I got here. I can't check in every day, but will be here most days for the next couple of weeks till I have to leave this shelter.
Take care everyone.
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Hey All...I hope that you have a lovely, peaceful beginning of your weekI have a bunch of chores that need doing but may put them off til tomorrow and just hang out with my landlord/roomie todayWhat about you?...Anything special going on?Have a great day and take good care of you!!..Xo
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Once again I've had a fever today. I'm not going to the hospital because that's a huge waste of time but I did schedule a dr appointment for Wednesday afternoon.
I have been thinking about you for a long time and hoping the best for you...and I can say many of us fit that category.
I'm really hoping you get disability you sure deserve it! I will send a prayer your way that it comes about and you can get housing again...
(((Hugs)))) great to see you back....
Hope you can get a roof over your head soon. I have been living as part of a Mental Health housing project for almost a year now. Been full of ups and downs, but I'm learning to advocate for myself. :)
So great to hear from you! Best wishes for disability approval!
Hope you get that letter soon, and that it contains good news.
hope you get your disability and get back on your feet. you have been missed
I'm glad you found a place to get out of the elements.
And super glad about your chances of getting on disability.
Prayers and good vibrations to you.
Please let us know how things work out, ok?
Demon Perchance
Big hug, my friend. I'm looking forward to seeing you more.