expenses while I wait for a new liver

Howdy, I'm Angel (they/them please)

I was born with liver cirrhosis, and luckily my condition has been mostly stable throughout my life, but I've known since I was a kid that a transplant would be an inevitable part of my future.

That time has come; my liver was destabilized after a blood infection that almost killed me in February '23.

I thank my lucky stars every day that, kicking my liver into a "failing" status was the only lasting impact the infection had on my body.

This caused me to have to begin the process of preparing for a transplant.

For the last few years, I have been working in a position that is a high-impact, high-energy job, requiring consistency, attentiveness, stamina and physical strength.

Due to my declining health, I was unable to show up for my clients and peers in the way that they deserved so I had to make the tough decision to leave. As my energy levels decline along with my strength, I am unable to prioritize caring for others in the way most of my job experience has asked me to provide.

At this point I've had to quite working as my symptoms are too unpredictable to hold down a job.

Fortunately, all my medical expenses are being covered through OHP for now. I've started the process of applying for disability but it can take years to get approved.

The funds from this will go towards helping me cover rent payments, cat food & litter, therapy expenses, gas, supplements or health aides that insurance won't cover, and groceries while I wait to start receiving disability.

I'm not sure how to end this except to say thank you for listening to the watered-down story of my health journey.

It feels very uncomfortable asking for financial help from others, especially since I know this is a time when many people are spread thin themselves. If you're unable to donate please don't; a share would be so helpful. I also accept encouragement, well-wishes, luck, solidarity or simply some positive energy. <3

As a side note, I am looking for more spoony and/or sober friends to fill my circle with and find community there. If you want to connect feel free to reach out to me, who doesn't like making new friends? (ok I know some people who don't but.. that's not me). (:

I appreciate all of you who have been and continue to be supportive of me during this time. Thank you to the friends who have been understanding and patient on days I don't feel up to much, on weeks I don't respond on to messages as much, or bail on plans. Thank you to everyone who has checked in just to see how things are or to offer sweetness and loving distractions.

I'm not going to lie, this shit is hard physically, mentally and emotionally but I am blessed with all the kind souls in the community and in my life who make me feel safe, sane, and valued.

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