
Help me save my last storage unit
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Hi, I’m Kimberly. I’m swallowing my pride and asking for help. My dad always said it never hurts to ask. First, my situation is through no fault of my own. It started with my home of five years in Mount Laurel, NJ, becoming full of black mold in the millions—189,000 spores per 3x3 inch square. Breathing this in for five years has messed with my health. I developed eosinophilic asthma and eosinophilia of the esophagus. I finally removed myself from the condo because the landlord was nonstop harassing me to get out. He is taking zero responsibility for my health. I left the home in perfect condition, yet he kept my deposit.
Then he rented the home to a new tenant. Interesting. I pray the new tenant doesn’t get sick. I lived out of hotels, spending my funds. I stayed at my son's, daughter's, and friends' couches. As you know, it gets old, and you don’t want to wear out your welcome, and I have my cat.
I was homeless for months. The kindness of a family/friend is allowing me to stay in his efficiency. I’m so grateful we have a roof over our head. No more hotels and sneaking Sammy in and out. The fees are insane when you have a pet.
I have worked hard my entire life and never asked anyone for help. I currently work at ShopRite but only get 8-10 hours per week. I can’t make ends meet at all. I’m applying for work every day. As I keep looking for work, my bills keep falling behind. I’m two months behind on my two storage units and just learned they are scheduled for auction. Omg, how can this be??? It’s all mine and all that I have. Little did I know these are bait and switch companies. My items in storage are mine and worth way more than what I owe. Please help me
I owe two car payments also. I can’t allow them to take my transportation; then I won’t be able to go to work. This is so much for this girl to handle. I’m mentally shot. I was in the hospital for 18 days because of mental health. I came home Tuesday, the 25th of March. I appreciate each and every one of you that helps this girl. If you have unkind words, please don’t tell me. I’m very emotional and walking on eggshells. I don’t expect anything from anyone. I will go back to work. My BFF suggested I do this. I know there are many kind people out here that will help. Your generosity will always be grateful.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I will pay my bills and do a good food shopping. I have celiac sprue disease, and GF foods are so expensive.
Amen
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Kimberly Volpe
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Browns Mills, NJ