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An engineering corps veteran in Los Angeles needs help with a vocational welding course and tools after leaving service with a service-related knee injury.
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I served four years in the engineering corps and was discharged in 2023 with a service-related knee injury. I have been waiting nine months for support, and meanwhile I'm sleeping at my brother's place.
I have a plan: a vocational welding course and tools. The quote I have comes to $5,700.
I'm receiving counseling through the veterans' clinic and am committed to my recovery. Structure and a stable place to live are the missing pieces.
I'd be grateful for any help and will share updates on how I'm doing.
I'll post invoices, with personal details hidden.
Where the $5,700 goes:
• Training provider fees: $3,100
• Housing deposit and first month: $1,600
• Transport to appointments: $490
• Essential household items: $510
Every share and every dollar helps.
- Ruby
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So sorry you're going through this, Ruby. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Please keep us posted. Take care.
Hope it all works out, Ruby. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My sister had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Greetings from Dhaka.
Stay strong, Ruby. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from Boulogne-Billancourt
Wishing you the best, Ruby. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too.
Keep going, Ruby. Shared this with my family. I have a 11 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings.
keep going, Ruby. Hope you get there. Take care!