Juan’s life took an unexpected turn last year when he suffered a heart attack. The road to recovery was challenging, as he faced mounting medical bills while waiting for his disability insurance to be approved. Despite his determination to return to work, both his doctor and employer advised against it due to his ongoing health concerns. Eventually, his employer had to make the difficult decision to let him go.
With no disability benefits and no ability to seek new employment, Juan’s financial situation became dire. The bills piled up, and he faced the heartbreaking possibility of losing his home.
Thankfully, hope came through HIF’s partnership with St. Vincent de Paul, who worked with Juan to submit an application for HIF’s Emergency Housing Fund. His application was approved, providing the critical support he needed to remain housed during this difficult time.
Juan’s story is a powerful reminder of how community partnerships and support can make a life-changing difference. Thanks to the generosity of donors and the dedication of partner agencies, HIF continues to help individuals like Juan regain stability and focus on their recovery.
“The HIF grant helped me pay rent after months of being unable to work. It was a big struggle to make ends meet while I was injured, and this grant allowed me to keep my apartment after my landlord served me an eviction notice.”
