Hi
My name is Richard Coriell. I am 77 years old, divorced and live in Colorado. My town is a tourist town and a wealthy community so it’s very hard for the working class to live here. Rent, food and utilities are more expensive than other communities in the state. For many years I worked as a self-employed janitorial contractor. I did well for years but after the divorce life became a struggle. In 2017 I had to retire because I needed rotator cuff surgery on my shoulder. I then thought I could build an online business and make a decent living to supplement my $1253/month social security payment. Well that didn’t work. I’m still trying but it’s hard to find the time. So I went back to work part-time cleaning a church. It’s a big church and it’s hard work. After 12 years with the church my health began to go down hill. I have spinal stenosis in my back which has made it very painful to work. I have tried steroid shots, physical therapy, and ablations which have not worked. Then this summer I was diagnosed with prostate cancer and spent 6 weeks getting daily radiation treatments. I now have medical bills.
What would help a lot is to stop working so I can give my back a rest. I could then concentrate on building an online business. I know what I’m doing. I just don’t have money to invest in advertising, tools, and training. The training can cost thousands of dollars, but it’s one on one and could be a big help. Because, right now I live paycheck to paycheck and I seldom make it. My son who lives in town helps me but I am tired of taking help from him. I want to live independently and improve my life. To rent a nicer home, travel to see family and friends. And get out of debt.
I really don’t know what to ask for. Perhaps $10,000 to $20,000. To get my business set up and continue with some quality training. Like any business I need money to make money.
Thank you for your consideration