<div><strong>Current update</strong>: Thanks to the generosity of friends and classmates, this fundraiser reached its original $4,000 goal earlier this year and helped me stay afloat for several months. I’m still waiting on senior housing in Chicago and have posted a brief update below explaining my current situation.
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<div>Because I am still waiting on income-based senior housing in Chicago, I’ve modestly increased the goal to reflect my continuing situation while living on Social Security and managing ongoing expenses.
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<div><strong>A Call for Support in My Time of Need</strong>
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<div>by Terry Zeszut
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<div>At 79, I never expected to be in this position — but life had other plans. After surviving Guillain-Barré syndrome fourteen years ago (and relearning to walk through sheer determination), I now face a new challenge: Making ends meet on Social Security alone.
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<div><strong>The Reality</strong>
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<div>Every month, I withdraw $500+ from my nearly depleted savings just to cover basics.
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<div>Chronic pain and medication side effects make finding work impossible; most jobs require a physical presence that I can’t manage.
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<div>The low-income housing waitlist in my area is 10+ years long.
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<div><strong>What Your Support Means</strong>
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<div>While I wait for income-based senior housing in Chicago, there is a gap between my Social Security income and my basic monthly expenses. Your generosity would help me:
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<div>✓ Cover essential living costs (rent, utilities, groceries).
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<div>✓ Manage pain medications and treatments without sacrifice.
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<div>✓ Preserve the last of my safety-net savings.
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<div>I’m not asking for luxury — just stability in my golden years. Whether you can give $5 or share this campaign, you’re giving me something priceless: Hope.
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<div>From the bottom of my heart, I thank you.
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<div>With gratitude,
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<div>Terry Zeszut
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