Hi Everyone,

My name is Teresa. Those that truly know me know that it is not easy for me to reach out and ask for help, but I have reached a point where I cannot do this alone.

About three years ago, my life took an unexpected turn when I was diagnosed with cancer. This diagnosis hit me like a ton of bricks and everything that could go wrong with my life did. I became severely depressed to the point where I felt like taking my own life was my only way to stop the physical, mental, and emotional pain that I wake up with everyday. Unfortunately, I did make a few attempts to end it all. And to top it off, I suffered two strokes. My first stroke was in May 2025 and it left me in even more pain and unable to work. I filed for disability, and almost a year later, I am still waiting. Then last month, I suffered another stroke which has made me pretty much immobile. I walk with a walker now and my pain has become so unbearable that I spend most days in bed.

These health challenges have taken a significant toll on my body and my ability to function day-to-day. I have been unable to work for almost a year. On top of that, I am my mother’s sole caretaker. But, lately, it has been more of her taking care of me. She has been helping me financially as much as she can but her finances going from us both contributing to our household financially, to just her contributing to our household has really taken its toll on us. We are significantly behind on rent and utilities. Thankfully, our landlord has been very understanding in the past, but she can no longer wait because she has bills of her own to pay.

Due to all of this, my mother and I are in danger of losing our home and being homeless. With both of our medical issues, being homeless would literally kill us. My main priority right now needs to be healing and regaining my strength. Your support would allow me to focus on my health without the constant stress of how bills are going to be paid, where my next meal is coming from, or how I can afford to go to my doctor’s appointments.

If you are able to donate, please know that no amount is too small—every dollar truly helps. If you are not in a position to give financially, please consider sharing this page and my story with your friends, family, and social networks.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your prayers, your kind words, and your generosity, it means the world to me.

With Gratitude,

Teresa