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Back on our feet: Audrey and three children under 6 in Tacoma
A single father in Tacoma needs help with childcare, groceries and rent while Audrey retrains.
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After a sudden redundancy in February, I'm now raising three children under 6 on my own. I work as a hairdresser, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries.
I'm retraining as an electrician in the evenings, which will triple my income by June, but I need to bridge the gap until then.
Some weeks I skip meals so my children can eat. I have never asked anyone for help like this before, and I'm doing it for them.
Once I finish my course, I'll pay it forward.
Every cent is accounted for. I'll share a simple monthly breakdown.
Where the $4,300 goes:
• Rent top-up: $1,200
• Childcare and after-school care: $1,400
• Groceries and school meals: $1,050
• Course fees and exam costs: $650
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- Audrey
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Hang in there, Audrey. Looking forward to the next update. Don't give up. God bless.
hope things get better soon. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Greetings from Augusta
I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. I'm in public service myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.