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A service dog for Scarlett, an engineering corps veteran in London

An engineering corps veteran in London needs help with a first month of rent and transport to job interviews after leaving service with a traumatic brain injury.

🇬🇧 London, England, United Kingdom1,491 views
Scarlett Aguilar
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London
I served four years in the engineering corps and was discharged in 2024 with a traumatic brain injury. I have been waiting nine months for support, and meanwhile I'm sleeping at my brother's place. I have a plan: a first month of rent and transport to job interviews. The quote I have comes to $3,800. 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. I'll post invoices, with personal details hidden. Where the $3,800 goes: • Training provider fees: $1,350 • Housing deposit and first month: $1,650 • Transport to appointments: $260 • Essential household items: $540 Thanks for being kind about this. - Scarlett

Updates from Scarlett

  1. Thank you all. We're at 15% now ($572). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the provider and confirmed the amounts.

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    “Thinking of you. From Palermo with love.”

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    “Happy to help - Auckland”

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    “Rooting for you. Hope this covers a bit of it. - Lahore”

  • Brigitte Delphine André 🇫🇷 · $36

    “Hope things get better - Lyon”

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  • Pranjal M. Bhatt 🇮🇳 · $30

    “All the best. Thought of Scarlett all day after reading this.”

  • Shaista Baig 🇵🇰 · $25
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    “All the best. - Warsaw”

  • Rajesh H. Rathnam 🇮🇳 · $25

    “Hope this helps! - Saket”

  • Deepa S. Gill 🇮🇳 · $25

    “From Mysuru with love.”

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    “Hope it all works out - San Diego”

  • Marlene S. Botha 🇿🇦 · $20
  • Edoardo Gennaro Romano 🇮🇹 · $20

    “Thought of Scarlett all day after reading this.”

Reviews

3.5(15 reviews)

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  • Aadhya Yadav🇨🇦Verified donor
    Amazing support system

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • An Ly🇻🇳Verified helper
    Trustworthy helper

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Fajar Permana🇮🇩Verified donor
    Practical and effective help

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Everly Langley🇺🇸Verified helper
    Exceeded expectations

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Leah Burton🇳🇿Verified helper
    Helped when no one else could

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Mercy Bello🇳🇬Verified helper
    Outstanding person

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • İpek Çakır🇹🇷Verified helper
    Great help in a difficult time

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Công Trinh🇺🇸Verified donor
    Exactly what I needed

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Ceren Işık🇹🇷Verified donor
    Practical and effective help

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Yubraj Aryal🇳🇵Verified donor
    Helped when no one else could

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

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    Went above and beyond

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Sergio K. Solís🇲🇽Verified helper
    Really cared about my situation

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Ghassan Khalil🇲🇦Verified donor
    Made a real difference

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Lucky Danjuma🇳🇬Verified donor
    Outstanding person

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Fernando T. Manalo🇵🇭Verified helper
    Very responsive and caring

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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  • Is it paid to the provider directly?

    • Scarlett AguilarOwnerAnswer

      It comes to me first, then I pay the provider myself and upload the receipt. I wouldn't be comfortable any other way. It helps to be asked.

  • Sending good thoughts. Shared this with my family. Take care!

    • Stay strong. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of London

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