Hello everyone ; a severe and urgent emergency situation for my lovely cats and me in

My name is Kathy, I am 58 years old, and I never thought I would have to ask for help like this. But right now, I am in a situation that I cannot survive on my own anymore.

In January 2025, after 29 years together, my relationship suddenly ended in the most painful way. After a nice dinner and an intimate night, I received a WhatsApp message only a few hours later saying: “Figure it out yourself.”

I honestly thought it was a cruel joke. But it was real.

Not long after that, my beloved Labrador — my best friend — was taken away from me. We always had many animals together, and losing him broke my heart completely.

My ex-partner moved on very quickly and found someone else. Meanwhile, I was left behind, mentally destroyed and financially trapped. He blocked all contact and left me alone to deal with everything.

Since then, my life has become a nightmare.

I am now facing the risk of becoming homeless, because my ex-partner wants the house and is trying to push me out. Due to the extreme housing crisis in the Netherlands, there is nowhere for me to go, especially with my very low income and my animals.

I am severely ill and disabled. Over time, stress and trauma have caused major health problems. I suffer from:

a serious bowel disease

chronic insomnia

PTSD

arthritis and constant pain

physical injuries and limited mobility

I have been officially declared 80–100% disabled, meaning I cannot work anymore. I live below the minimum welfare level and I am struggling every single day just to survive.

To make things worse, my ex-partner refuses to pay alimony and has cut off essential services such as:

water

electricity and energy

internet/TV

insurance

I am left with bills I cannot pay.

Every month I am short around €1500, and I am sinking deeper and deeper into debt. I receive food from the church once a week, but even then I often eat only once every few days because I simply cannot afford groceries. My doctor has warned me that my organs could fail if this continues.

The only reason I am still fighting is because of my animals.

My cats and rabbits mean everything to me. They are my children, my family, my comfort, and my reason to keep going. I also care for several outdoor cats who have lived around my home for years. They trust me and depend on me. This house is their safe place, and I cannot bear the thought of losing them or being forced onto the street.

I have been through many traumatic experiences in my life and I have faced death more times than I can count. But every time I stood back up again. I kept fighting.

And I am still fighting — for my animals and for the hope of staying in my home.

That is why I am asking for help.

What the donations will be used for

The money raised will be used for:

urgent housing and living costs

water and electricity bills

insurance payments

food and daily necessities

medical expenses and transport to hospitals

care and food for my animals

I know it is a lot to ask, but I am grateful for every single donation, no matter how small. Even sharing this fundraiser would mean the world to me.

Please SAVE AND RESCUE US, me and my animals. vERY SOON HOMELESS AND NO PLACE TO GO.

I am truly afraid of becoming homeless and losing everything.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your support .

If necessary, I can provide documentation to verify my situation and expenses !

With love,

Kathy ❤️