<div>Update: I'm shocked and so thankful for all your support
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<div>(Have never done this before. Was encouraged to set a new goal. Some Friends/Family asked me to be mindful about other aspects i had not thought about intially. For some potential medical/therapy costs in particular.
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<div>Again im very humbled and thankful for everyones support. Truly hope i can return the kindness and giving I've experienced from you all. Much appreciated)
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<div>First off. Mussi(Thanks)
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<div>to all those who will take the time to read.
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<div>This is an extremely humbling undertaking. It has been years to get to this point. I have been struggling from car accident in 2019. Which led to having to quit a great job at that time. I found myself unable to read for 3 months... thankfully i waz able to read once again.
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<div>I became homeless due to not being able to pay rent. Although i had offers from Family, Friends. My pain and pride did not allow me to accept the gracious offers. Mainly because of noise, anxiety, confusion. I did not want to disruot or be a burden to those i care about most.
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<div>I lived in my small car for 2 months. I asked a relative to help me check into hospital due to thoughts of suicide and depression. After a bit of time i did accept kindness from Family and Friends.
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<div>Over the years I was able to manage daily migraines/concussion symptoms. I was thankfully able to handle some short term jobs. Then was blessed to get a position working with Children/Families through Siksika Children Services. At that time. Pain, memory, anxiety was getting better.
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<div>Until i was having to complete an intense 6 month government delegation training. Was extremely challenging. I truly have no idea how i was able to complete it.
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<div>As the intensity of the training/job itself increased. Carrying a caseload, licensing homes, creating calendars/events, trainings for Kinship, Foster Parents, Elder sessions. All were affected.
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<div>2 years ago. I had another accident. From that accident symptoms began to become more severe.
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<div>I had began vomiting, crying from pain.
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<div>Losing balance more frequently. Memory had diminished to the point where i was told something simple at work. Then having to turn around seconds later and ask what i was just told. Not being able to sleep. Thoughts of suicide and self harm. I had to acknowledge I was not doing the work, Families/Children, my role justice.
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<div>This is a part for me that has caused me the most heartache and shame.
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<div>I decided to begin short term medical leave. March 2025. Hoping some how i could find what my issues were and have them addressed and worked on immediately. This sadly has not happened. I have seen and accessed various professionals, specialists, Elders, Ceremonies. But much more is needed. I have also not been able to access opportunities due to lack of funds.
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<div>I have started a long term disability. Although I am receiving funds from medical leave. It hasnt been enough to cover all bills, necessities each month. I am thakful for what i do receive. As i know there are many who are faced with far less.
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<div>Unexpected life events with vehicle issues in the last few months. Worsening pain, memory, balance issues, depression. Things have become unmanageable.
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<div>I again am humbled immensely that I've found myself at this point in my life.
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<div>I wish I could be working. Assisting others with their needs. Like i have through my 29 year career In the not for profilt, group homes, K-12, post secondary.
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<div>As a Youth Worker with Indigenous Youth/Families on and off reserve in BC and Alberta . Being a Wascapio for various Ceremonies.
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<div>I am hoping to use funds to access more healing avenues and pay off over due bills. I can't thank you all enough for your time and caring. Much love to you and your families. As well with what ever you my be struggling with.
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<div>Mussi
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