Help Bennie Heal and Save His Leg

Bennie Allen has worked as a machinist at Byars Machine Company for 30 years, dedicating his life to his craft and supporting himself through hard work. In May, Bennie broke his foot, and what seemed like a straightforward injury quickly became much more serious. After months without healing, doctors discovered a 90% blockage in one of his legs and a 70% blockage in the other. Now, Bennie faces urgent surgery to place a stent in his leg, hoping this will save his foot and prevent further complications. If the surgery isn’t successful, he may lose his foot, making his situation even more challenging.

Bennie has been out of work for three months with no income, and despite applying for short-term disability, he hasn’t received any assistance. Living alone, he’s struggling to cover basic needs like rent, utilities, groceries, and mounting medical costs. The stress of not knowing how he’ll pay his bills is weighing heavily on him during an already difficult time.

What makes Bennie’s story even more remarkable is his determination to turn his life around. He recently quit drinking and lost a significant amount of weight, all in an effort to be healthier and build a better future. Just as he was making these positive changes, this medical crisis struck. Bennie is hopeful that the surgery will help him heal and get back on his feet, but he needs support from the community to get through this critical period. Any help will go directly toward his most urgent expenses and give him a chance to recover and rebuild.