My name is Brenda , and I’m reaching out because my life has been turned upside down by Long COVID. I was laid off from my job in August 2024, and I haven’t had any income since. On top of this, I’m losing my current living situation in July and have nowhere to go. I urgently need support for housing, medical needs, and basic living costs while I fight for my health and stability.

After getting COVID, my body never recovered. The virus triggered dormant infections—like Epstein-Barr and other chronic viruses—that have left me completely debilitated. I live with constant pain, fatigue, and brain fog. I feel like I have the flu every single day. Simple daily tasks have become overwhelming. I can’t work. I can’t function. Most of my time is spent in bed, trying to get through the day.

Before this, I was a strong, active woman who had worked hard all her life. I raised my children, ran a business, and showed up for others. Now, I’m struggling to survive.

The disability process takes time—likely a year or more—and I have no financial safety net to get me through it. I’m asking for help to afford:

• A safe, stable place to live where I can begin to heal

• Basic living expenses like food, utilities, and transportation

• Medical costs and prescriptions that are not covered by insurance

• Supplements and nutritional support vital for managing Long COVID

• Medical equipment to help with mobility and daily functioning

This illness has stolen so much from me—but with support, I still believe I can get my life back. Your help, whether it’s a donation or simply sharing my story, means more than I can express.

Thank you for being here and for helping me take the first steps toward healing.

With gratitude,

Brenda Watts