Kelly needs help with her kitties!!!

**wolflady** · 09-29-2006, 03:18 PM

Hey everyone,
Kelly asked that this be posted for her as she has limited access to the internet.
I so wanted to take Jonah, but Aaron will not let me have another animal in the house

All ideas/prayers for Kelly welcome...

Thanks PTers!
**hugs**

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Hey guys,

I know I haven't been around lately, but I really need some help. The 2nd week of August I moved out of my friend CiCi's guest room and into my mom's house. Unfortunately, my cats are NOT welcome there, so I've had to board three of them (Jonah, Phoebe & Basie) and David (x-husband) is watching two (Noah & Micah).

I also started a new job at Cedars Sinai on Sept 11.

The cost to board the cats is $9 a day, for each cat. I had planned on keeping them there until I moved out to Los Angeles (to be closer to my job) in October.

Today I was let go from my job @ Cedars because due to my illness, I had to go to ER on Tuesday. My manager felt that me being gone was an indication of my attendence record. While its horrible and sad, I really didn't like the people I'd been working with - I was treated horribly from the 2nd day on, my trainer and new boss were VERY disrespectful to me...and the other new employee. I'd already put in a phone call to my HR Recruiter to transfer departments as soon as possible.

Long stroy short, I can no longer afford to board the three cats any longer and I need a temporary place to put them. I do not have any other family or friends that can take them, I'm truly at a loss.

I'm planning on getting a new job ASAP and moving out with my cats. But I need somewhere to put them.

Does anyone have any ideas? It'll be temporary...I really, really need to move out of my mom's house.

Thank you!!!

Love, Kelly

**Cinder & Smoke** · 09-29-2006, 03:36 PM

Originally Posted by Kelly

... moved into my mom's house.
Unfortunately, my cats are NOT welcome there ...

I also started a new job at Cedars Sinai on Sept 11.

Today I was let go from my job @ Cedars because due to my illness,
I had to go to ER on Tuesday. My manager felt that me being gone
was an indication of my attendence record ...

... I really, really need to move out of my mom's house.

What's WRONG with her Mother!! ??

Couldn't the poor cats live out in the Garage for a while??

I'd think "Mom" would be willing to cut Kelly just a tiny bit of slack for a while.

And -

to Cedars - great compassion & understanding they show, too.

Good Luck!

/s/ Phred

**Freedom** · 09-29-2006, 05:03 PM

Sorry, I'm confused. Where are the cats now, as in what city? Are you still in San Francisco Bay Area? I think not, if you are working in LA?

I don't know what your illness is but, if a trip to the ER caused you to lose the job then you may have a legal claim there.

Hope you get things more settled for all of you!

**catmandu** · 09-29-2006, 06:24 PM

We Wish You Were Closer As We Would Keep Them Here, No Charge.
We Are Praying For You And Your Cats, Kelly.

**jenluckenbach** · 09-29-2006, 06:25 PM

Oh how I would like to help! But a trip from CA to PA would HAVE to cost more than the boarding cost.

I am not sure how the situation was at C.C.'s, but would SHE foster them for a while?

Are there any other places that would board them at a reduced rate (for the 3 of them together)?

I am sure you have thought of these ideas, I just am at a loss.

I am so sorry that your Crohn's has cost you another job.

**Prairie Purrs** · 09-29-2006, 06:54 PM

It's really sad that a hospital, of all places, wouldn't be willing to find a way to accommodate your disability, Kelly. I hope you're able to sort things out soon.

**moosmom** · 09-29-2006, 07:30 PM

Kelly,

Freedom is right. An employer cannot fire you because of an illness while you are being treated. I voiced my concern about my job when I was in the hospital to my therapist and she assured me that it's illegal. Please, find a lawyer that will help you. You certainly don't deserve that.

((((HUGS))))) to you honey. I've been thinking alot about you and wondering how you've been doing. I only wish I didn't live so far away, and could help you with your cats.

**G535** · 09-29-2006, 08:54 PM

Don't you guys have some sort of government assistance for unemployment and illness? Someone with Crohns down here would be elligible for a disability pension.

Sorry I can't do anything to help but I hope you find some way to look after your cats and be together again.

**kt_luvs_kitties** · 09-29-2006, 10:40 PM

I would be willing to help but I live so far away. I forget where? That might help her if we knew where she was.

Maybe she could start donations to keep them at the vets? Would that help? I would be willing to donate? Let me know, Katie

**slick** · 09-29-2006, 11:13 PM

My dear Kelly: I'm only logged on for a minute and this thread came bouncing in front of my face. I'm so very sorry to hear that you are unemployed again but judging by what you write, it sounds like it's a good thing. Not so good on the finances though. I sure wish my circumstances were different for if I were "kittiless" I would have no problem stepping up to the plate and have them up here. Only problem would be that they might develop a Canuck accent....

Sorry, don't mean to make light of the subject. This whole situation must be ripping you apart in two. For now, all I can do is offer up my prayers and support. Call me if you need to talk, OK?? Just let it ring once, leave a message and I'll call you back right away.

Love you
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

**kimlovescats** · 09-29-2006, 11:23 PM

I'm so sorry, sweetheart! I would check in to this firing over your illness .... it simply cannot be legal!!!!! I pray that you are able to find someone closer to you to help out with your babies!!!

(((HUGS)))
Kim

**Uabassoon** · 09-29-2006, 11:37 PM

I'm so sorry to hear about all of this Kelly. I really wish that I could take them in, but with the bloodshed (Tuna and Corkscrew) going on over here there is just no way. If I can help you in any other way please let me know, you know that Alexa and I are always here for you.

**shais_mom** · 09-30-2006, 12:51 AM

Kelly had only just started on Monday - and the supervisor told her that she could let her go with no warning at any time whatsoever.

Hugs sent to you sweetie.

**krazyaboutkatz** · 10-06-2006, 10:34 PM

Thanks for the update Karen.

I'm glad to hear that Kelly is being so optimistic and positive.

I hope that things start going her way so she will be able to eventually live with her cats again. I'm keeping her in my thoughts and prayers. Please take care Kelly. (((HUGS)))

It will also be great to have you back online again soon.