Help a Mother out

It’s always difficult to ask for help. But, here I am. A survivor of domestic abuse. Asking for help.

My problem is complicated. It has been 2+ years since I left my toxic and abusive relationship and living situation. Anyone that is close to me knows what a wild ride this has been. I was gratefully able to live with my Mom and cousin before finding an apartment of my own in what is now, the boy’s school district. My ex-husband and I share joint custody. I took on some of our marital debt. I make more financially (as a public school teacher) and therefore am tasked with paying him $1,100 in child support payments each month. I have done everything possible, including take a loan out of my pension to keep up to date with these payments. However, he has recently brought the issue to the child support processing center and I found out they will be heavily garnishing my wages starting this month.

Here is what I have done to try to remedy my problem:

-I have recently applied for a debt relief plan to pay down my debts.

-I work 2 jobs.

-I have applied for legal aid to help me file a modification to the child support payments.

-I take care of myself daily with yoga, friends, meditation, and reading. I have a very loving and caring support system in place. If you are one of those people, Thank you.

I am asking to raise 6 months rent. This gives me time to sort out this legal matter and ensure that with my garnished wages, I can still live in this apartment and the boys can continue school in the district we live in. For full transparency, I will be posting proof of payment to my landlord once complete.

I see myself as part of a larger world of survivors and people who are just trying to get by in life.

I have deep appreciation for any amount that anyone is able to give. If you know anything about me, know that I will pay this forward.