
My Brother Coping with RA and Heart Issues
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My name is Shay and I'm pleading for assistance for my brother, Mark, who could use a lot of help right now. I have never done this before but I'm running out of options.
Mark is currently coping with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and heart issues. Some nights he can't even sleep because he's in so much pain. Our family had to help him apply for disability for his health issues and we are waiting for this to be approved by Social Security, which could take 10-12 months to be approved. He was let go from his previous job back in October 2022 due to his inability to work as they considered him a liability, so he has no health insurance or income. Mark has tried to apply for jobs but to no avail. Luckily he was able to get unemployment assistance while waiting for his disability to be approved. Unfortunately, it has finally run out and he is struggling to pay his bills. His family and friends have been trying to help him the best we can, but most of us are retired and live on limited incomes ourselves.
Now, his AC has broken down and he has no way to fix it. And summer is fastly approaching. It could cost him up to $3,500 or more to be fixed. Mark would fix it himself if he could, as that was his trade before he lost his job. But due to his RA, he can barely move his hands most days.
We as his family are hoping to raise some money for him until his disability can be approved and he can finally find peace of mind. Please help our little brother during his time of need. He is the world to us and we hate seeing him like this.
God bless and thank you!
Organizer and beneficiary
Shay Mahon
Organizer
Jacksonville, FL
Mark Bergeron
Beneficiary