Support Sonya’s Journey to Stability and Education

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Support Sonya’s Journey to Stability and Education

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My name is Sonya, and I am a fighter.

As a single mother of two, my world revolves around providing a future for my children. However, the last few years have tested my strength in ways I never imagined. I am a uterine cancer survivor and a heart attack survivor, and I live daily with the challenges of Type 1 diabetes. Most recently, I have had to navigate the world in a new way after becoming blind in one eye.
These health battles have not just taken a toll on my body; they have led to deep struggles with anxiety and depression as I’ve fought to keep my head above water. But I am not giving up. My goal is to get back on my feet, return to school, and gain the skills I need to re-enter the workforce and provide for my family.
Why I’m Raising Funds:
The road to self-sufficiency is currently blocked by medical debt and the costs of education. I am seeking your support to help cover:
Medical Expenses: Ongoing care for my heart health, diabetes management, and vision-related treatments.
Education Costs: Tuition and supplies so I can complete my schooling and secure a stable job.
Essential Living Expenses: Ensuring my children have a stable home while I transition back into the workforce.
Every dollar raised will go directly toward medical stability and the education that will allow me to work again. I have survived cancer and a heart attack because I have a purpose—to be there for my kids and to show them that no matter how many times life knocks you down, you get back up.
Thank you for reading my story, for your prayers, and for any contribution you are able to make. Please share this page with your network to help me reach my goal.
With gratitude,
Sonya

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Sonya Gilbert
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Lafayette, LA
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