Hi, we are Dessiree and Cait, and we need help and support to heal. 

On August 31, 2020  we were attacked by Cait’s white roommate, James, with a pair of scissors. Cait had been feeling uncomfortable in her apartment after various encounters with the landlord, where she learned that James had not been paying their rent. So, we were in the process of moving her things out of her apartment and into mine (Des’s) until she could find other housing. 

After we finished packing for the day, Cait attempted to talk to James about returning her security deposit and the money he had stolen from her by knocking on his door. James told Cait 2 days prior that he would send her the money he owed her on the 31st. Cait knocked for a few minutes until James finally opened his door, then attacked Cait with a pair of scissors. This led to a fight that left both of us with physical and emotional wounds. During this altercation Cait was stabbed in her back and shoulder, and I was stabbed in the face and left with cuts on my arms, legs, and torso. 

Unfortunately, at this time, I am uninsured and Cait is underinsured. We did not have emergency funds to deal with something like this, so we are trying to raise money to heal from this traumatic event. The money we are raising will go towards my medical bills, Cait’s housing, therapy for us both, and other living expenses. We understand that this is a lot to ask for, but right now what we need most is support. And this money can help us begin to heal physically and emotionally.

Thanks :)