Hurricane Helene caused severe damage and devastation as flood waters poured into Ruth Maddox's one-level home in St. Petersburg, Florida. All of her belongings were destroyed. In addition, the flood waters damaged the integrity of the foundation of her home too. The bureaucracy of insurance, state programs, and federally funded programs have left her with limited resources to repair and return to her home and normal life. In addition, she received notification from her community that an unexpected cost to repair the back foundation of her home must be completed. This repair will not be covered by her insurance and the quotes to repair the damage are in the range of $15,000.00. Also, repairs to cabinetry, flooring, appliances, and drywall are other major expenses.

Ruth is a retired nurse who devoted her life to helping others. Even today, after everything she has gone through, she continues to contribute to local communities, volunteering her time to serve and being active in her church ministries and church leadership. Let's all surround her with love and support to help her make the necessary repairs to the foundation of her home, so she can repair it and return to her blessed life.