Lavinia's ACL reconstruction can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In September I was diagnosed with a hip fracture that never healed properly. My surgeon at Saint Luke Hospital recommended ACL reconstruction, and I have been placed on the schedule for December. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $3,600, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $2,150 short. Doctors at Saint Luke Hospital told me a hip fracture that never healed properly will get worse without ACL reconstruction. I work as a hotel cleaner, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $3,600 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a hotel cleaner have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 4 weeks. I'll not be able to walk without help during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. The money goes straight to the treatment bills, and I'll share the invoices as they're paid so you can see exactly what your gift did. Where the $2,150 goes: • Hospital stay (3 nights): $530 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $1,400 • Travel and lodging for the family: $220 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.