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After six years of service, Sharon is raising funds for a vocational welding course and tools.

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Sharon A. Andrews
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Newcastle upon Tyne
I served six years in the army and was discharged in 2025 with a service-related knee injury. I have been waiting fourteen 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 $2,600. 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 $2,600 goes: • Transport to appointments: $540 • Training provider fees: $960 • Housing deposit and first month: $1,100 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.

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    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

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    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.

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    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Hang in there, Sharon. Hope this works out for you. Greetings from Sakai

    • So sorry you're going through this. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Put this on a community board in Thane this morning. Blessings.

      • Thinking of you and your family, Sharon. This could happen to any of us. I hope October is when things finally get easier. God bless

        • I hope things turn around soon. Wish I lived closer to Angeles so I could bring a meal. Love from Ribeirão Preto.

          • Ramesh T. DasQuestionID verified

            can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Newcastle upon Tyne!

            • good luck, Sharon. Hope this works out for you

              • hope it all works out, Sharon. Shared it with a few friends. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it.

                • Your post was clear and honest. I have a 13 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best

                  • Shared this with my family. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Greetings from Ikeja.

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