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Back on our feet: Elisa and three children under 12 in Brescia
A single father in Brescia needs help with childcare, groceries and rent while Elisa retrains.
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After a long illness in June, I'm now raising three children under 12 on my own. I work as a school kitchen assistant, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries.
I'm retraining as a teaching assistant in the evenings, which will triple my income by September, 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 $2,900 goes:
• Rent top-up: $1,250
• Groceries and school meals: $560
• Childcare and after-school care: $1,090
If you're reading this, thank you.
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“Sending love. Gave what I could this week. - Yokohama”
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Hope things get better soon. Your post was clear and honest. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Love from Soweto
Rooting for you, Elisa. This could happen to any of us.
Sending good thoughts, Elisa. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Love from Boulogne-Billancourt.
so sorry you're going through this. Shared this with my family. My husband and I read this together.
This could happen to any of us. We're a small family in Regensburg but we're thinking of you.
Stay strong, Elisa. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I'll check back for the next update. Blessings.