Michelle's Plea: A Home for Christopher

A Ray of Hope: Help Bring My Husband Christopher Home to a Safe, Accessible House

Dear friends, family, and compassionate individuals,

My name is Michelle Reed, and I'm reaching out to you today with an urgent and heartfelt plea. For the past seven years, my husband Christopher and I have called Gary, Indiana, home. Our lives took a devastating turn when my beloved Christopher tragically lost the use of his legs. This was followed by a series of unimaginable health crises: a heart attack requiring open-heart surgery, the failure of his kidneys, and the subsequent loss of his legs.

Since November, Christopher has been in a nursing home, battling not only these severe health issues but also a serious infection resulting from inadequate care. It has been an incredibly difficult and heartbreaking time for both of us.

Amidst this darkness, a glimmer of hope has emerged. Our landlord, who is moving back to Nigeria, has offered us the opportunity to buy the house we've been renting in Gary. What makes this offer even more significant is that this house is already set up to accommodate Christopher's mobility needs. It's accessible and would provide the safe and supportive environment he desperately needs.

Ever since I shared this possibility with him, I've seen a spark return to his eyes – a flicker of hope for a future where he can finally come home. The thought of bringing him back to a familiar place, one that is already adapted for his challenges, fills me with a sense of urgency and determination.

However, we face a critical financial hurdle. The landlord requires $3,000 to begin the sale process. Living on my disability income alone, while trying to manage the overwhelming costs associated with Christopher's complex medical needs and the financial strain of him being in a nursing home, this amount feels insurmountable.

The reality is stark: if we cannot secure this house, Christopher will have nowhere safe and accessible to come home to once he is well enough to leave the nursing facility. The thought of him being discharged into an uncertain living situation, after everything he has endured, is unbearable. This house isn't just bricks and mortar; it represents a chance for him to regain some normalcy, to heal in a comfortable and adapted environment, and to finally be home with me.

We are humbly asking for your support during this critical time. If you are able to contribute any amount, you would be directly helping us secure a safe and accessible home for Christopher to return to. Your generosity would not only provide him with physical comfort but also offer him the emotional and mental boost that comes with knowing he has a secure future to look forward to.

Every dollar donated will go directly towards meeting the initial $3,000 requirement to begin the process of purchasing our home and bringing my Christopher back where he belongs.

Thank you from the very depths of my being for reading our story and for considering a donation. Your kindness and compassion will make an immeasurable difference in our lives, offering hope and a pathway for Christopher to finally come home to a safe and supportive environment.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Michelle Reed

How You Can Help:

Please consider making a donation of any amount you are able to give. Every contribution brings us closer to our goal of bringing Christopher home.

Share our story with your friends, family, and social media networks. Your willingness to spread the word can make a significant impact.

Please keep Christopher in your thoughts and prayers as he continues to fight his infection and recover. Your emotional support means the world to us.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity. We are eternally grateful for any help you can offer.