Help Corey & Aurora Stay Warm
- payitfurward
- Jan 1
- 2 min read
Today we went to see Corey, a U.S. Army veteran who faithfully served our country through three deployments to the Middle East. Corey now lives with PTSD as a result of his service. His doctor advised him to obtain a medical cannabis card to help manage his symptoms, but because he is currently homeless and his priority is always feeding and caring for his beloved pup Aurora, and then himself, he’s never had the extra funds to pay the $56 state fee to obtain the card. Since recreational cannabis is legal in Colorado, he didn’t think it would become an issue.
Unfortunately, that changed yesterday.
Corey had finally secured a temporary place to stay in a sober living home. When they discovered cannabis in the house, he was told he must leave for 30 days, though he will be allowed to return afterward. Had Corey been able to afford his medical card, this would not have become a problem, and having the card will prevent this from happening again in the future.
But right now, Corey and Aurora are facing 30 days outside in the cold Colorado winter, with nowhere else to go.
We’ve helped him with a tent, food, and other supplies to keep them as safe as possible, but sleeping outside while managing PTSD is incredibly difficult, and the winter temperatures can be dangerous.
Our hope is to raise enough funds to:
-Cover the $56 fee for Corey’s medical cannabis card, so this situation never happens again
-Help pay for up to 4 weeks in a hotel, so Corey and Aurora can stay warm, safe, and stable during this 30-day displacement
A full 4-week hotel stay, including taxes and fees, totals $1,291. While raising that full amount would be amazing, we don’t expect to. Whatever is raised will be used to maximize the number of nights Corey and Aurora can safely stay indoors, prioritizing the coldest nights first.
Every donation truly helps, whether it’s $5 or $50.
And if you cannot donate, sharing this campaign makes a real difference too.
Thank you for helping us remind Corey, and Aurora, that compassion still exists, and that no veteran or their companion animal should be left to endure the winter alone.
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