At the beginning of January, my world completely changed when my mom passed away from lung cancer. We had lived together since moving into our home in 2013. Over the years and the onset of multiple illnesses I became her full-time caregiver. Because of that, I was unable to work a conventional job, and we relied on her pension to make ends meet. She was supposed to have more time. She passed unexpectedly and quickly. When she passed, her pension stopped immediately, and I suddenly found myself without the emotional and financial support I had always counted on. Thankfully, my bill holders granted me hardship payment delays. Recently I was able to find a job, but I didn’t realize how quickly everything would come due. My new job just isn’t enough to cover both my current bills and the ones that have accumulated during this difficult time.

I hate asking for help, but I’m feeling very overwhelmed. On top of missing my mom every day, I’m now trying to figure out how to catch up with my mortgage, utilities, insurance and other household bills. My home is the last place that holds memories of my mom, and I can’t bear the thought of losing it.

I know and understand that everyone is struggling financially right now. I do plan on doing anything I can to keep my home but in the interim anything would help. Any support, no matter how small, including sharing my story would truly mean the world to me and I would greatly appreciate anything more than I could ever let you know. Thank you for reading my story and for any kindness you can offer during this difficult time.