I lived in an area just like yours. It was like living in hell. I started helping a neighbor who then never payed me back. It got to the point that she came to my door and told me bring me some eggs I am making brownies. No asking just telling. I finally had to move when gun shots were going off in the night. I could not take it no more. If you are considered disabled due to your mental illness there are some HUD properties that are for disabled and over 60. They are much much more calm places to live.