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Leah is a single parent of a toddler and a seven-year-old - help us after a long illness
After a long illness, Leah is raising a toddler and a seven-year-old alone and needs $4,950 to stay afloat for 4 months.
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Last August I went through a long illness, and I'm now raising a toddler and a seven-year-old on my own. I work as a hairdresser, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries.
I'm retraining as a bookkeeper in the evenings, which will triple my income by October, 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 $4,950 goes:
• Childcare and after-school care: $1,550
• Groceries and school meals: $1,100
• Rent top-up: $2,300
Glad we found this place.
- Leah
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“Stay strong. Hope the October deadline works out. - Mar del Plata”
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“Hope things get better. From Łódź with love.”
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Hope things get better soon, Leah. Shared this with my family. Wish I lived closer to Jakarta Barat so I could bring a meal. Love from San Jose.
Sending strength, Leah. Hope you get there.
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'll check back for the next update. Take care.
Rooting for you, Leah. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We're a small family in Bornova but we're thinking of you. All the best.
thanks for sharing this, Leah. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon