<div>Hello, my name is Lauren Smith, and I’m reaching out on behalf of two of the kindest people you could ever meet—my grandparents, Riley and Libby Jones.

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<div>They are 96 and 95 years old and just celebrated an incredible 70 years of marriage this July. My grandfather loves nothing more than sitting down with a good book or sharing stories with visitors, and my grandmother will always greet you with a warm smile, a snack, and make sure you're as comfortable as can be. They have spent their lives showing kindness to everyone around them—and now, they need a little kindness in return.

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<div><strong>The Crisis They're Facing</strong>

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<div>Just two weeks ago, a major plumbing disaster struck their home. Roots had invaded their sewer line, causing sewage to back up and flood their bathroom, hallway, and living room with contaminated water.

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<div>It was worse than anyone expected:

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<div>-Their entire bathroom had to be gutted.

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<div>-Mold was discovered during demolition.

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<div>-The living room flooring was completely ruined.

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<div>-And now they’re displaced from the home they’ve lived in for decades.

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<div>They're currently staying in a small, non-handicap accessible apartment in a less-than-ideal area. It’s far from the comfort and safety of their own home.

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<div><strong>The Financial Burden</strong>

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<div>The plumbing alone will cost over $8,000.

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<div>Insurance is covering just $5,000, minus a $2,500 deductible—leaving only $2,500 to cover:

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<div>-Mold removal

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<div>-Repairs

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<div>-Flooring

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<div>-New shower, toilet, and vanity

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<div>-Temporary housing

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<div>Just the initial cleanup by ServePro cost $2,500, meaning there’s nothing left for actual repairs.

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<div>The total estimated cost is well over $10,000, and likely growing.

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<div><strong>Why We’re Asking for Help</strong>

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<div>My grandparents have been retired for over 30 years. Like most people in their 90s, they don’t have savings set aside for a disaster like this.

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<div>My mother and aunt are doing what they can from out of state. My husband Bryan and I are exploring every avenue we can to get them help—but we can’t do it alone.

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<div>We’re humbly asking for any support—donations, shares, or connections to resources—to help us:

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<div>-Restore their home

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<div>-Relieve the financial and emotional stress

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<div>-And most importantly, get them safely back where they belong.

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<div>No one should have to deal with this kind of crisis at 96 and 95 years old. Every dollar, every share, every kind word truly makes a difference.

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<div>Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

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<div>—Lauren Smith &amp; Family

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