Hello, my name is Cynthia Leilani Downing. I'm 60 years old and have been working since I was 14 years old.

I have never done anything like this before, but I'm in need of help.

I have 2 blockages in my left leg, I'm diabetic, and my blood circulation is very bad in that leg. I lost my medical insurance and am not able to get help.

I need to take time from work to fix the issues but can't afford to. I have no way to pay bills or buy the things I need to survive. I was told by one doctor that I could lose my foot, and that terrified me.

I live on my own and have no way to survive without working.

I have worked hard all my life, and doing something like this is very hard for me. I don't like to ask for help, but I've tried everything I could and don't know where else to go.

If you can help, it is very much appreciated.

I've been living and working in pain every day for 13 months now, and it is taking a toll on my body. I find that it's getting harder to work. Last year, I was working 40+ hours a week; now I'm only able to do 32, sometimes only 28 hours. I'm doing the best I can, but it is not enough. I've gone a day or two without eating because there was only enough to pay my rent and my phone. My phone is my lifeline.

Again, any help would be appreciated. Thank you, and please have a great day.