You are indeed getting some good advice. At the risk of sounding pedantic talking to a school counselor would be a good idea. Any self help program will say that relocation does not cure lingering self issues you simply carry them with you.

Consider Ameri corp or Cap Corp as an option, it's a year commitment for community work, pays a small stipend and monies toward college. Cap Corp [[religious based) provides housing in the core city. We have a Cap Corp commune down the street and they are delightful young people. It would also give you a network of instant belonging.

Wouldn't worry too much about "cool" affordable housing yet since things are changing daily here in Detroit. Best wishes for your quest. Sumas