Help Athena get back on her feet!

As you may have already heard, on October 8, Athena and Ella were just two blocks away from home, when suddenly they were T-boned by another a vehicle. The driver that ran the red light and caused Athena's car to become totaled, drove away fairly unscathed. Thankfully, Athena and Ella exited the vehicle safely and filed a police report as well as alerted their respective insurance companies.

Accidents happen! Unfortunately, any hope of fair compensation and an uninterrupted life has not been the reality. The influx of delays and red tape have created a fairly unworkable scenario for Athena to cut through and get back on her feet. (Figuratively Speaking)

Two seemingly innocuous setbacks on the days following the accident include Athena missing work (5 days) and Ella missing school (2 days). However, the circumstances Athena found herself in, prior to the accident served to exacerbate pre-existing pressures. Prior to the accident, Job delays brought about by the SAG strike, had led Athena to seek part time work for supplemental income to cover her personal and work expenses. The process was just beginning. Her efforts to secure a part time job were thwarted by the accident. Athena had already decided to lower the cost of her Salon Studio by moving into a smaller unit.

The long term medical effects that will come to bear, remain to be seen. That is why they both need to go to chiropractic therapy twice a week in addition to routine medical check ups.

Fortunately there are many blessings in the midst. Athena's friend who generously loaned her his car for a few weeks, made it possible for her to drive Ella to and from school Mon-Thurs (30 min each way). Several others came through with monetary loans and have also made a huge difference. Athena is grateful to her devoted clients, who have been going to her for many years and continue to book appointments with her.

All of the above is why I think that collectively, we can all support Athena get out of survival mode and back on track! Thus allowing her to continue to provide for Ella, her 15 year old daughter, the life she has worked very hard to give her up until now.

With the pending 10k settlement from her car insurance settlement,

I have calculated that an additional 10k will help Athena recover 3 months (7k) of owed home rent, as well as $3400 toward a the pre-owned car she intends to purchase and pay off outstanding loans.

Any amount, big or small, will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance!