Humbly seeking help
I'm a fairly private and humble person. On November 2nd, 2018 my life took a drastic turn. I had a major stroke and required emergency life saving surgery. I had a whole in my artery from a car accident that happen 5 months prior. I am extremely thankful to the wonderful doctors and nurses at Little Company of Mary that saved my life. I not only survived my stroke, but I also came out of "Locked In" syndrome which is another astounding win.
After spending 5 days in the ICU I was released from the hospital. I spent the next 3.5 months working from home and teaching myself how to type so I could continue working remotely.
On January 10th, I welcomed a beautiful little girl into the world. I was happy and scared at the same time. I love spending time with her and watching her discover new things. like waving and crawling.
On March 20th, I drove myself back to the hospital because I had some bleeding issues and thought it was because of the blood thinners I was prescribed. I was admitted to the hospital for 3 days and had an acute stroke and was also diagnosed with GIBs.
After being in the hospital for 3 days, I was taken off the blood thinners and got the okay from my neurologist to go home. I was cleared to fly and work. I was finally able to start feeling 'normal' again.
At the end of April I moved to Hermosa Beach. I was ready to get back into work mode. I knew I was going to have major medical bills pouring in and had to face reality.
On May 10th, I went back to the ER for a TIA. I had a mini stroke and became disoriented and I was told this is part of the healing process.
Thankfully, I was released 8 hours later and have to prepare mentally that this is my life for the next 2 years.
I'm not one to ask for help, however, I am overwhelmed by the hospital bills. I have over $30,000 of hospital bills that I need to pay out of pocket. I'm happy insurance covered the $700,000+ of medical bills, however, the hospital needs their money. Fortunately, I make decent money, but 3 strokes and having a baby has dried up my rainy day fund.
I am looking for help to begin tackling the mound of medical bills. I Know everyone has their own bills to pay, but I'm looking for a little help while I get back on my feet with work.