My Name Is Catherine Nieva, and My Brother and I Need Help

Hello, my name is Catherine Nieva, and I appreciate you reading my story. I was laid off from my job of 16 years about 9 months ago, and I’ve been looking for work since then without success. I’ve had several interviews, but no offers of employment, and now things are in a desperate situation. I applied for unemployment, but that has been exhausted; I was also forced to use my 401(k) funds to pay my rent, bills and other expenses, but that has also been exhausted.

I have no other savings nor can I count on family members to help me. I have no children but I live with my brother who for health reasons cannot work at this time. I am in the process of applying for welfare benefits, but it will take some time for my case to be reviewed and approved. Even with this however, it will not be enough to cover my rent and household expenses while I continue searching for a job.

I’m therefore asking if anyone who reads this might be able to donate something to help my brother and I to stay afloat until I’m finally offered a job. Any amount, no matter how small, will be welcome. I would also appreciate it if you can share this fundraiser with others on social media. I thank all who read this for your kindness in considering my situation and possibly helping me. Thank you!