Help Ryan Secure Safe Housing - Hurricane Relief

Hey everybody,

Most of you know me and my story, but I’ll say a bit about it and give an update anyway.

My name is Ryan. I’m physically disabled and a 1099 luxury service employee—I'm a Dog Trainer as well as a Web Designer.

Unfortunately, my most recent update is that I was denied SSDI. My plan now is to go to school online (with disability accommodations) to get my degrees in Psychology and Art, with my aim being becoming an Art Therapist. I am also being given a customized wheelchair through Vocational Rehabilitation that will drastically improve my quality of life. I promise you all, I am not giving up on myself and I remain hopeful no matter what.

Currently, my financial situation is, very sadly, dire. I have been out of work for weeks now due to the two hurricanes that came and devastated our city, our home. Although I have been blessed in that my apartment remains unaffected, my life does not.

Due to being physically disabled, the work that I am able to do is very limited and safe housing is of utmost importance. I do not say this lightly… If I lose my apartment and cannot pay my bills, I will become very, very sick—we’re looking at passing out, anaphylaxis, dislocating more joints, extreme cognitive function decline, level of sick.

I am currently behind on rent that was due on October 1st and have no idea when our community will be in a position where there will be work for me again.

School is my main focus and priority now so that I’ll be able to live off of student loans and acquire my degrees.

I know all of us have been impacted by these hurricanes in one way or another, and my heart goes out to everyone affected.

If you are in the financial position to help me, I would greatly appreciate it. It’s not just helping me with rent but helping me with safe housing so that I can stay healthy enough to pursue higher education.

I appreciate and love you all big time. Praying for everyone affected and sending love.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

xo Ryan