When Linda experienced a period of psychosis, her entire life shifted. She was in and out of hospitals and crisis houses, living in complete instability. She lost her source of income as a result, and her car had been destroyed in a flood. She had no choice but to drop out of school and she was asked to leave the choir she sang with as a result of her mental state.
Linda was lost with no clear direction of where to turn next.
That’s when she found ECS Uptown Safe Haven (UTSH).
UTSH gave her a safe and peaceful space where she could find her footing and look toward the future. With the help of staff, group meetings, and her fellow UTSH residents, Linda took control of her life again.
Now, she has a car, an income source, mental peace, and even a dog. She has also been welcomed back to the choir where she regularly sings and writes with an incredible community.
UTSH helped Linda create roots and grow to new heights. To learn more about the transitional housing program, visit Uptown Safe Haven — Episcopal Community Services.
Linda with Development Director Tim Whipple (left) and Resident Assistant Keith Franklin (right). October 2026.
Uptown Safe Haven residents and staff at the annual UTSH Art Show. October 2026.