So I was staying at a reentry program in the Bronx ny for about 4 months. I got a job doing what I love and that’s being a chef. The job is 2 hrs away on public transportation. There were nights where I got stuck up that way with no way back but to stay at a friend’s house. The program did not tell me it was an issue until today. I came home and they told me I couldn’t stay there anymore after giving them the only money I had for rent. I was told to pack up my things and leave. I am currently down to my last $10 until I get paid again on Wednesday with no place to stay for the night. I am trying to stay positive it things always happen to me. I recently just got through the anniversary of my son’s death two days ago and that was a struggle itself. I am currently sitting in Bryant park listening to a band for free trying to figure out my next move. I do know that it does not involve me getting high. I’ve never been out in the street with nowhere to go and for some reason it’s not bothering as much as it should. If anybody has a suggestion on what to do please let me know.
When you say re-entry program are you talking about reentering Society after doing time?
Are you allowed to leave the state? If so, when you get paid, you should seriously think about getting on a bus and getting the heck out of New York City. I would stay south.
You're in the street right now and obviously have no family or friends. There are jobs all over the country right now. I've been to New York City and it's a crazy place when you're down on your luck. And shelters suck in New York City. You're almost better off in the street because they are filled with thieves.
There's a lot of jobs in construction right now. You should try to find out where there's construction going on and they seriously need help. Who knows you might find somebody to bunk up with for a while or that will help you get back on your feet.
What have you got to lose?
No I’m talking about a reentry program after rehab. And I’m not allowed to leave the state. I have a career that I enjoy doing. I just have no place to stay. I’m not jobless. I just gave them the money I had for the first couple of weeks working for the rent and they told me I couldn’t stay there anymore without warning. I get paid in a couple of days so I’ll be good after that just today and tomorrow don’t know what to do
Also, I commend you for not even thinking about using. It's a dead end. If you use, the relief you feel will be very short lived and then you'll wake up with more guilt to carry around and having to start all over again. I know because I've been there and I've done that. It's called believing the Lie; that this time, everything will be okay. But it never is, is it?
I have no intention of using right now. Trust me I see the people in the streets every day strung out. I’m good on that.
I'm sorry about your problem Dwayne. Do you have any family at all nearby? I've never lived in New York City but I'm a truck driver and I've been to all of the boroughs in my 40 some years of driving trucks
Are there no AA or NA houses in nyc? Buddy, feel for ya. Yet, thought you were plugging in to outside recovery? Call the hotline and find a fellowship house to hang till you get paid. I know in my area we have what’s called the 19th Street house someone long ago donated to AA. Open 24/7 with meetings all day long or just sit and shoot the s h i t. Don’t you have MJ’s number? Reach him. He’s in your backyard.
Yea I’m in touch with meetings again just not as much as I should be. How do I find out about a fellowship house
Call mj
By the grace of god I got paid 2 days early
Hang in there brother. I'll see if we know any resources that can help you.
Hey Dwayne. Hit me in DM brother. 
79th street workshop has meetings all day starting at 6am til 11pm. I’ll make sure I get in contact with you. Leave your # in DM and I’ll call you. If I’m out of pocket for an hour or so I’ll call you as soon as I’m done.
Hi Dwayne. I’ve been a chef for 27 years. I know a lot of ppl. Including in Brooklyn/NYC. Not sure how much help I can be with a roof over your head but if you need help cheffing lmk.
God is good!!
Hi there I’m in nyc too what about a ymca ? I’m sorry I can’t be that much help .. but I remember a friend had a similar issue … the streets are hard and I know we don’t have a lot of good support in nyc you ok ?
I just came from my home group that meets tonight, Tuesday Night Men's and we were on tradition 1 ironically.
Without unity and each other, we die. So grateful that those in your area were able to reach out to you and to see it so lovingly in action here.
God's speed and keep your head up. Much love to all.
How are you holing up brother?
Dwayne what’s going on man? Check in with us please.