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After ten years of service, Ida is raising funds for a vocational welding course and tools.
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I served ten years in the air force and was discharged in 2023 with hearing damage and PTSD. I have been waiting seven months for support, and meanwhile I'm sleeping at my brother's place.
I have a plan: a vocational welding course and tools. The quote I have comes to $4,750.
I'm receiving counseling through the veterans' clinic and am committed to my recovery. Structure and a stable place to live are the missing pieces.
I'd be grateful for any help and will share updates on how I'm doing.
Money will be paid to the training provider and the landlord directly.
Where the $4,750 goes:
• Training provider fees: $2,550
• Housing deposit and first month: $1,200
• Transport to appointments: $450
• Essential household items: $550
I hope life is good to you.
- Ida
Updates from Ida
Quick update: $1,441 raised so far (30%). I met with the provider and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Thanks for sharing this. I hope things turn around soon. Love from Novosibirsk.
sending strength, Ida. Shared it with a few friends. Thinking of Essen.
Thinking of you and your family, Ida. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. After 20 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything. All the best
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Wish I lived closer to Galle so I could bring a meal.
Good luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Take care
wishing you the best. Shared this with my family. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Blessings.
Wishing you the best, Ida. This could happen to any of us. Blessings.