My father, Ruben Ruiz Sr., is 65 years old and has been struggling with health problems for some time. He has knee and back issues, including fluid buildup and arthritis, but has always done his best to support my mother, who is 57, disabled, and requires dialysis three times a week. She cannot work, and my father has been her sole provider, making sure she has a home and the care she needs.

On April 29, 2026, our family faced a devastating event. Around 2:30 pm, my father was attacked at our home by my brother. My father was simply trying to tell my brother he was not allowed back on the property due to previous violent incidents. In response, my brother lashed out with a machete and stabbed my father in the back. The doctors told us that if my father hadn’t turned around, the attack could have punctured his kidneys and arteries, and he might not have survived. This senseless act has left our family shaken and struggling to cope.

Now, my father is unable to work, and without his income, my mother is at risk of losing her home. We are doing everything we can as a family to support them, but it’s not enough. The hospital bills are overwhelming, especially since insurance won’t cover most of the costs. We are reaching out for help to cover medical debt, pay overdue bills to keep my parents housed, and create a small emergency fund so they can focus on healing instead of worrying about finances. Any support you can offer means the world to us. Thank you for supporting my family during this crisis. We are putting everything in God’s hands. Thank you again and God Bless. If you have any questions or need more clarity, please reach out.

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