Emergency Update: Forced out, nowhere to go.

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Emergency Update: Forced out, nowhere to go.

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Hi everyone, Today, the fire department inspector came to check the apartment after weeks of dealing with mold, sewage smells, ceiling leaks, and unsafe conditions. What he told us has shaken me to my core: “This apartment is illegal and uninhabitable. You can’t live here.” Let that sink in. I’ve been raising my daughters here. I’ve been fighting to stay afloat while living in conditions that are now confirmed to be not just unsafe, but unlawful. We were renting an illegal unit, and now that the truth is out, we’re being forced to leave. The inspector is waiting to hear back from the landlord before officially filing the complaint, but the damage is done: we have no choice but to leave. We don’t have a set deadline yet, but we’re living on borrowed time.
No other housing is lined up
No vouchers, no relocation aid 
No support from 2-1-1 or our landlord
Two little girls, and nowhere safe to go

 I’ve been doing everything I can, selling personal items, creating art and fanfiction on Patreon, and trying to be a good mother under impossible circumstances. I need help. If you can donate, please do. If you can’t, please share. Even one person seeing this could mean shelter, food, or safety for my girls. Thank you to everyone who’s been here already. You’ve helped keep us alive. I’m not exaggerating.


 With love and desperation, Lianet

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Lianet Santana
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Paterson, NJ

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