Support After Multiple Surgeries and Job Loss

Laid-off tattoo artist needs funds for phone service, toiletries, and bills

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Support After Multiple Surgeries and Job Loss

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1 year ago, due to the Palisade fire, I was laid off from my tattoo job and the venue officially shut down in 2025. In May 2025, I had lower back spine surgery. I have had five surgeries in five years. I have been unable to successfully achieve SSDI, which is Social Security Disability Insurance, due to the nature of my injuries and permanent disabilities. I live off of government GR, which is $221 a month.

I am seeking any help that will go towards my cell phone bill & basic toiletries. I have been unsuccessful in acquiring a new tattoo job as I am about to go into another surgery in 2026 for the domestic violence I incurred in April 2024 and have to get my jaw fixed. I’m constantly trying to seek work that’s within my realm and it’s been a tough holiday season. Thank you in advance to any of my donors and contributors. If you can’t donate, just please say a prayer. Thank you so much!

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Melissa Montesi
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Santa Monica, CA

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