Help Amy Childress Rebuild After Domestic Abuse

Hello, my name is Amy Childress, and I’m reaching out today because I find myself in a difficult and heartbreaking situation, this is very hard for me to have to ask for assistance. I am a survivor of domestic violence, and I am working to rebuild my life after enduring years of physical, emotional, and psychological abuse. This journey has been incredibly challenging, but I am determined to start fresh and create a safe, stable future for myself.

What Happened:

For 6+ years, I was in an abusive relationship with my ex-fiance. The abuse took many forms: isolation, extremely controlling behavior, physical assault and sexual assault. It left me physically, emotionally, and financially drained. Over time, I lost my sense of self-worth, confidence, and stability.

Finally, the relationship ended when my ex-fiance was arrested for physically and sexually assaulting me. But the road to recovery has been long and difficult, and I am asking for help to get back on my feet.

What I Need:

I’m currently in need of financial support for a few crucial things:

Stable Housing: I'm currently living in an apartment that my ex-fiance and I shared. I am constantly getting threats to be evicted, additionally I've been hit with thousands of dollars in utility payments that I thought my ex-fiance was supposed to be paying. I've drained all of my savings to come up with the rent money and any bills I could pay. Due to the loss of the financial contribution from my ex-fiance, it has been extremely difficult to come up with the money for the remaining balances due and upcoming bills.

Basic Essentials: Starting over means I need to buy essential items like clothing for a job, money for groceries, toiletries, and household goods.

Legal Fees: I am pursuing legal action to ensure my safety and protect myself from any future harm. The legal process is long, and there are fees associated with obtaining a restraining order and seeking legal counsel.

Therapy & Counseling: Healing from abuse isn’t just physical—there’s a deep emotional and mental toll. Therapy will help me regain my strength and work through the trauma, allowing me to rebuild my life with hope.

Pet Care: I have 2 golden retrievers and 2 cats that are my emotional support animals and I would not be able to get through this time without them. I am sure they would appreciate some wet food and treats. The cost to care for these animals is more than I can handle at this time.

How Your Support Helps:

Any donation, no matter the size, will make a significant impact on my ability to get back on my feet. Your kindness will help provide me with the resources I need to regain my independence, safety, and well-being. Beyond the financial assistance, your support also reminds me that I am not alone—that there are people who care, who understand, and who are willing to help me on this journey.

Thank You:

If you are able to contribute, I cannot express how deeply grateful I am. If you are not able to donate, please consider sharing my story or also supporting me in trying to get my small business baking sourdough bread off the ground. You can order from my website at Loaves of Love RVA. Every share brings me one step closer to a safe and new beginning.

Thank you for reading my story, and for being part of my healing process. With your help, I am hopeful that I will one day be able to pay it forward and help others who are going through similar struggles.

With Gratitude,

Amy Childress