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Bolaji is a single parent of two young children - help us after a long illness
Bolaji and two young children need a bridge to stability after a long illness.
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After a long illness in November, I'm now raising two young children on my own. I work as a hairdresser, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries.
I'm retraining as a pharmacy technician in the evenings, which will triple my income by February, 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 $650 goes:
• Rent top-up: $330
• Childcare and after-school care: $195
• Groceries and school meals: $65
• Course fees and exam costs: $60
I hope life is good to you.
- Bolaji
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“Get well soon. Thought of Bolaji all day after reading this. - Laredo”
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So sorry you're going through this. Shared this with my family. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. God bless.
Sending love. I hope things turn around soon. I have a 15 year old who wants to send good wishes too. God bless
wishing you the best, Bolaji. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Thinking of Awka.
Take care, Bolaji. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.