This is Elaine from Michigan’s story…

"Elaine’s husband was a proud Marine Veteran, and for 65 years, they built a life side by side. Those who knew them say they were inseparable. Two years ago, he passed away from a heart attack. Just nine months later, their son also passed, leaving Elaine to face an overwhelming loss on her own.

At 86 years old, Elaine is still working a physically demanding job to survive. Despite serious health issues, including rods in her back and torn rotator cuffs, she cleans a nine-story senior living building several days a week. She lifts heavy buckets, pushes equipment down long hallways, and cleans multiple bathrooms just to make ends meet.

Elaine lives on a small Social Security income that is not enough to cover her basic needs. She often says she will have to work for the rest of her life. She is strong, kind, and never complains—but the toll on her body and spirit is clear.

Since losing her husband, a Marine who meant everything to her, Elaine has not had the chance to rest or grieve. She keeps going each day because she has no other choice. She deserves the dignity of slowing down and the space to heal.

We are asking for help to give Elaine the chance to retire and live her remaining years in peace. Your support will help cover her basic needs and give her the rest she has earned. Thank you for helping honor her and the life she shared with a Veteran."

-Sue Wery

Kindness Creator Samuel Weidenhofer is on a mission to ensure one veteran or veteran’s family in every US state never has to work again.

With over 15 million people behind him, this is more than a fundraiser. It’s a national movement to honour those who have served.

Every donation matters.

Every share helps change a life.

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