It's not easy for the helpers to ask for help, but here we are. I've been a social worker for 17 years, working with some of the most vulnerable populations, mostly those involved in the justice system. On 3/27/25, I sustained my first on-the-job injury and have been recovering from post-concusdion syndrome since. I've been seeing a general practitioner and a neurologist. I've followed all the recommendations, including vestibular therapy and neuropsychological testing. Despite the migraines and other types of headaches, despite the loneliness and boredom, despite the mood lability caused by the head injury, I'm proud to say I've stayed sober ❤️ I received Occupational Injury Leave through my employer, so I was able to pay my bills and pay people to help with things like housework and errands when my migraines were really bad. 
 
Along with my regular providers and therapy, I had to see a state doctor because the state appealed my diagnosis of post-concussion syndrome. My attorney let me know that after receiving that doctor's report, my employer withdrew the appeal, and my diagnosis was now covered. I thought all was well. 
 
The last few weeks have been okay. I was finally able to start doing life again, even with some of the cognitive deficits I'm still working on. I even spoke with my doctors about returning to work. That's when the blow hit. 
 
I found out the report from the state doctor indicated I had reached 'maximum medical improvement,' and that gave my employer the right to stop my benefits without warning. I could have planned accordingly had I known, but now I'm left with no income. It doesn't matter that it contradicts what my Cleveland Clinic neurologist and neuropsychologist say—only his report matters in this scenario. 
 
I didn't want to ask for help, especially with plans to return to work. I've been selling items on multiple platforms to generate some income, and I've been doing fairly well, but I'm in a time crunch. Unfortunately, my landlord is not willing to work with me and plans to start the eviction process.
 
This is up there as one of the most embarrassing things I've had to do. I'd actually feel better paying people back, but I can't ask one person for a $2000 loan.
 
If you can help, I will be forever indebted to you. Should I receive funds that exceed the bills I need to pay [specifically rent], they will be returned. And for what it's worth, one of my financially savvy friends is creating a budget for me so I don't end up in this kind of predicament again. 
 
Thank you in advance for your non-judgment and any help, including positive vibes and prayers. My goal is to be back to my normal, witty, funny self (and safely housed) by my 40th bday in September.

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