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Help a Loving Father Overcome Stage 4 Heart Failure

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Introduction: Hello, my name is Michael Reynolds, and I am reaching out to you with a heavy heart and a hopeful spirit. I am a 36-year-old father of four wonderful children and have recently been diagnosed with stage 4 heart failure and severe fluid retention. This diagnosis has turned our lives upside down, and we are in desperate need of your support.

Our Story:

I used to work full-time as an electrician, providing for my family and ensuring that we had everything we needed. However, my health has deteriorated to the point where I can no longer work. Now, I am a stay-at-home dad, trying to manage my condition while caring for my children.

My fiancée, Brittany, has had to take on a job to cover our mounting bills, but it is not enough. We are constantly threatened with utility shut-offs, and the stress of unpaid medical and household bills is overwhelming.

Our Children:

  • Luna (9 months old): Our youngest, full of joy and curiosity.
  • Leila (3 years old): Our energetic and playful daughter.
  • Alex (4 years old): My stepson, who has special needs and requires extra care and attention.
  • Juliana (9 years old): My stepdaughter, who is wise beyond her years and helps out as much as she can.

Why We Need Your Help:

The cost of my medical treatments, medications, and frequent doctor visits is staggering. On top of that, we have household bills that are piling up. We are doing everything we can, but we need your help to get through this incredibly tough time.

Our Family’s Dream:

In addition to covering our immediate expenses, we are also trying to save up for a bigger house that better suits our growing family. Our current home is too small for our needs, and a larger space would greatly improve our quality of life and provide a better environment for our children to thrive.

Additional Challenges:

We receive state assistance like food stamps and WIC, but our children eat like there’s no tomorrow and are growing fast out of the clothes they do own. Keeping up with their needs is a constant struggle. My doctor’s office is an hour away, adding to the difficulty of managing my condition. I am also working on becoming a candidate for a heart transplant due to the severity of my heart condition. This whole situation is very depressing and stressful for my family, and we are doing our best to stay strong for our children.

How Your Donation Will Help:

  • Cover medical bills and treatments
  • Pay for medications and necessary medical equipment
  • Help with household bills and utilities
  • Provide for my children’s needs, including special care for Alex
  • Contribute towards a new, larger home for our family
  • Help with purchasing clothes and other essentials for our rapidly growing children
  • Assist with travel expenses for frequent doctor visits and potential heart transplant procedures

Your support, no matter how small, will make a tremendous difference in our lives. We are grateful for any help you can provide and appreciate your kindness and generosity during this difficult time. Thank you for taking the time to read our story and for considering a donation to help our family.
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Donations 

  • David Crislip
    • $50
    • 2 mos
  • Anonymous
    • $25
    • 2 mos
  • Erika Lake
    • $25
    • 2 mos
  • Robert Moran
    • $100
    • 2 mos
  • Michael Edelman
    • $50
    • 2 mos
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michael reynolds
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Clayton, DE

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