My dad is the kind of person who never stops. He works two jobs, even while living with diabetes and high blood pressure, because he believes his responsibility is to take care of others, no matter the cost to himself. He rarely complains, rarely rests, and always puts everyone else first. While he was at work, my dad suffered a stroke. In a single moment, everything changed. One day he was working through exhaustion, and the next he was lying in a hospital bed, unable to continue the life he was pushing himself so hard to maintain. Watching someone so strong become so vulnerable has been heartbreaking. Now, instead of focusing solely on healing, my dad is overwhelmed with fear and stress about money. The hospital bills continue to pile up. His regular bills don’t stop. And because his work doesn’t provide enough financial support, he is left worrying about how he will survive financially while trying to recover physically. No one should have to choose between their health and keeping the lights on. The funds raised will help cover hospital and medical bills, as well as basic living expenses, so my dad can focus on recovery without the constant weight of financial anxiety. Every donation helps lift a piece of the burden he’s been carrying alone for far too long. My dad has spent his life caring for others. Seeing him in this position as he is scared, exhausted, and unsure of what comes next, has been devastating. If you are able to help in any way, whether by donating or sharing this fundraiser, it would mean everything to our family. Thank you for reading, for caring, and for helping my dad during the hardest moment of his life.