Hello, my name is Yana, and I am a mother of three children. I am a nurse by profession, and I currently work as a nanny in Missouri. My husband is the main provider for our family. We have lived in the United States for three years and are in the process of legalizing our status. Three years ago, we fled the war in Ukraine and were granted legal status through the United for Ukraine program. My husband received parole and is awaiting approval for TPS and asylum. On March 18, my husband was placed in detention. Authorities explained that he did not have proof of legal presence in the U.S. His first hearing is scheduled for March 31. We urgently need support and assistance.

I recently started working as a nanny, and at one point I found myself completely alone with all the emotional, financial, practical, and physical challenges. My health has been fragile over the past year; I was sick for nearly a month with severe pneumonia and sinus infection, and recently my condition has worsened again due to stress. I am currently negotiating with several attorneys to choose the right course of action and ensure proper legal protection for my husband. This requires hiring a lawyer and covering substantial legal expenses that I could not have foreseen. During this time, I am fully supporting our family while caring for our three children. This is emotionally and psychologically very challenging.

Asking for help is extremely difficult for me, but our family is facing a situation we cannot manage alone. Every donation, no matter the size, and every share truly makes a difference. Your support helps us maintain stability for our children and act responsibly within this legal process. Thank you to everyone who reads this and supports our family. I am deeply, deeply grateful.