When Krystian arrived at Central Union Mission, he was weary of living “in survival mode.”
For years, he bounced between friends’ couches, struggling with instability and lack of direction. Though he had a strong work ethic and held jobs in food service and construction, the grind of surviving without security or purpose left him drained and disconnected.
“I had no real goals or dreams—I was just getting by,” he said. After a setback working as a DoorDash driver, Krystian found himself homeless and living in his car.
Since entering the Restoration & Transformation Program, Krystian has found renewed hope and a clear path forward. He’s rediscovering discipline, spiritual grounding, and the simple dignity of a structured life. What motivates him most now is the opportunity to grow, to give back, and to build a future with intention.
“I want to be someone others can count on,” he shared. Krystian’s progress is a testament to the healing power of faith, community, and the kind of consistent support made possible by programs like the Restoration and Transformation Program, from which Krystian graduated this year.