Former Portland artist faces homelessness and addiction before finding recovery in Pennsylvania

Evan B Harris, once a promising artist in Portland, has faced a severe decline into homelessness and addiction. After losing both parents to suicide, he struggled with mental health issues, leading to isolation and substance abuse, particularly fentanyl. His situation reflects a broader crisis in Portland, where homelessness and drug addiction have surged. Despite attempts by friends to help him, Evan's mental health deteriorated, resulting in a year living in a cemetery and battling severe schizophrenia. Recently, Evan has begun recovery after moving in with a supportive family in Pennsylvania. He is now focused on rebuilding his life and hopes to help others facing similar challenges, while Portland continues to grapple with its own drug crisis.