Hi, my name is Zanaya Bose, and I am a mother of three, a full-time student, and a full-time caregiver for their dad.

Recently, I was diagnosed with Bell’s palsy, a condition that has caused sudden weakness and partial paralysis on one side of my face. I’ve been dealing with an inability to fully close my eye, a drooping mouth, drooling, ear pain, decreased taste, and overall excruciating pain that runs from the right side of my head down to my neck. Since this started, even simple daily tasks like talking, eating, and getting through a full day have become physically and emotionally exhausting.

Despite all of this, I am still doing everything I can to show up for my children, continue my education, and take care of my household. But the truth is, this has been overwhelming, and I’m realizing I can’t carry everything on my own right now.

I also want to be honest about where I am. With everything already on my plate—being a mom, in school, working, and caregiving—there aren’t any side hustles or extra work I can realistically take on right now. I’m doing everything I can, but I’ve reached a point where I need support to stay afloat.

Right now, I am:

* 2 months behind on my son’s braces payments

* Paying for prescriptions and medical care

* Covering insurance to follow up with a neurologist and primary care doctor, plus copays

* Behind on this month’s rent and facing late fees

* Managing credit card payments and other household expenses

This condition came unexpectedly, and while I am hopeful for recovery, I need help during this time so I can focus on healing without everything around me falling apart.

My goal of $5,000 is to help cover essential expenses during this time, including rent and late fees, groceries for my children, medical costs, and keeping up with important bills so we can remain stable while I recover.

I am asking for support with:

* Basic living expenses and rent

* Groceries and household necessities

* Medical and transportation costs

* Temporary support while I recover and regain strength

I’m not worried, and I’m not walking weary—just a little drained. I truly believe I’m going to be okay. But right now, I could really use some help getting through this moment.

It’s not easy for me to ask, but I’m doing this for my children and to keep stability in our home.

If you’re able to donate, share, or simply keep my family in your thoughts and prayers, it would mean more than I can express.

Since I don’t have social media, sharing this with others would help more than you know.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my story and for any support you can give ❤️