Hi, my name is Troy, and I never thought I would find myself writing something like this. On November 25th, 2025, my life changed in an instant. I was at work when my heart suddenly began pounding out of my chest. I rushed to the ER, where doctors discovered the top part of my heart had stopped pumping properly, causing my heart rate to spike dangerously to 250 beats per minute.

For hours they tried everything — IV medications, different treatments — but nothing slowed my heart down. Eventually, they had no choice but to use a defibrillator to stop and restart my heart. I was then transferred to a larger hospital and placed in the ICU for eight days under constant watch. Since then, I’ve had endless scans, sonograms, and blood tests, and I’m now on multiple medications just to keep my heart stable.

I’ve been trying to stay strong, but the truth is… I’ve cried my eyes out from fear. Doctors told me that many people who experience what I went through don’t survive, and knowing how close I came has shaken me to my core. I’m grateful to be here, but I’m terrified about what comes next — physically, emotionally, and financially.

I’ll be out of work for at least six weeks, and even after that, my movement will be limited because they need to implant a defibrillator into my chest. Without income, I’m scared I won’t be able to pay my rent, and I also owe lot rent on a mobile home I bought to rehab. Once the medical bills start coming in, I’m afraid I won’t be able to keep my head above water at all.

I’m asking for help because I’m trying to recover from a life-threatening event while also trying not to lose everything I’ve worked for. Any support — whether through donations or simply sharing this — means more to me than I can express. It gives me hope, stability, and a chance to heal without the constant fear of losing my home.

Thank you for reading my story and for anything you’re able to do to help. It truly means the world to me.