Do we have any homeless resources?

Hi everyone,

This is one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to write.

I’m 23, and I’m currently three days into being homeless for the first time in my life. After a heated disagreement with my ultra-conservative parents, I was told to leave and not come back. I’m trans, and while I’ve tried to keep peace and keep my head down, things eventually reached a breaking point.

I left with my car, a few changes of clothes, and the hope that I’d figure it out quickly. But reality hit hard. My car is out of gas. I haven’t had a real meal in days. I have no access to a shower. I’ve been sleeping in a Walmart parking lot trying to stay out of trouble and out of sight. I’m doing my best, but it’s starting to feel overwhelming and impossible.

I don’t want to involve the police or go back to an unsafe situation. I’m not looking for pity. I just need some help to survive and hopefully find my footing again.

If you know of any resources in the area, I would be endlessly grateful:

Places to safely park overnight without being towed or harassed

Free public showers or spots that offer hygiene kits

Food pantries, soup kitchens, churches with community meals

Help with gas, clothing, or job-search support like showers, resumes, or interview clothes

I’m trying to stay strong and hopeful, but the truth is, it’s hard to be resilient on an empty stomach while feeling invisible. I know this is my fault I should’ve just been normal like they wanted… But I just couldn’t…

Thank you for reading this far. Just knowing someone’s out there listening helps more than I can express.