Depression Support Group
Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.
In March of this year, the personal care home where I'd lived for 3 years closed. I moved to another personal care home which I absolutely hated every minute of every day. They also charged me rent that only allowed me $100 left over for my other needs, like prescription copays. I wound up being evicted and homeless. Another agency put me up in a motel for 2 months until I finally got an apartment in public housing. I thought they'd give me a little time to make arrangements for things like furniture but I was wrong; they didn't. Last Wednesday morning the motel owner came knocking on my door and informed me that I had to check out that same day. In a panic I called my therapist who had agreed to help me with moving and she picked me up. It is now Sunday. I left my cell phone charger behind so I can't even make phone calls. I had the foresight to at least get my internet service set up in advance. But the futon my therapist gave me to sleep on is not comfortable to sleep on. I have no other furniture yet and have not been able to call the agency who said they'd help me with that. The food I brought with me needs a microwave oven, which I don't have. I basically have no money until this Wednesday. And I have very little food. This is the first year I'll be alone for the holidays. I have no family left after my husband died in 2017. I'm lonely and isolated. And it looks like it's going to be that way from now on.
I know things look bad, but they do change and for now, just try and look at the good things in your life. You are still alive and okay; you will get a good meal on Thanksgiving; maybe you can even speak to someone at the church or pantry and make a friend, or at the very least, it's an outing.
I wish you luck, things can get better but you have to seek out some help, even if it's just for food.
When people say "Don't let it get to you" It's like saying "Don't have emotions."
Letting it get to you. You know what that's called? Being alive. Best thing there is. Being alive right now is all that counts. So never lose hope. You must, and always should be, the optimist. The hoper of far-flung hopes. You do not stand alone. Never forget that.