Every Friday at 7am I drive to Bornova for dialysis. Fuel costs are killing me lately and missing sessions isn't an option. If a few people could help with gas money each month, it would be a lifesaver.

My mom has surgery tomorrow at 8 a.m. at Hacettepe. My dad passed away years ago, my sister is not in town. Surgery is about 3 hours and I'd really value having someone to sit with me, or to grab a coffee with afterward. Doesn't have to be someone I know — just someone kind.

My salary is delayed this month — coming Friday. I need basics to get through 6 days for my two kids and me. Pasta, rice, lentils, oil, that kind of thing. I can't promise to repay but I can definitely help others when I'm okay again.