I'm reaching out with an urgent request for help. My daughter Catoria, is currently in a domestic violence relationship and needs our support. She has a 4-month-old daughter who is also in harm's way. 

My daughter Catoria is trying to find the courage and means to leave this abusive situation, but she is struggling financially and needs assistance to get back on her feet. As her parent, my heart is breaking watching her go through this, and I want nothing more than to help provide safety and security for her and my granddaughter. I try to help as much as I can. I live in Louisiana, she lives in Virginia. She was told if she moves to Louisiana before any custody arrangements, she could get charged with kidnapping. He is awaiting two charges that the state picked up on him. I have her living with relatives right now, but it is hard on her. She was also diagnosed with postpartum depression on top of regular depression. We lost my oldest son to a motorcycle accident 5 years ago. He was not only her brother but like her father also, so it's been hard on her. He has made her lose three good jobs since she has been with him. He made her lose her job while she was pregnant, and he has tried to isolate her from her friends and family. I've been helping her with her car insurance for the last two months; luckily, her car is paid for. She's a former PCA and home health worker. She recently graduated as a medical assistant before she had the baby and passed her state board. She is so smart but doesn't have any self-confidence; he has destroyed it.

The costs associated with leaving an abusive relationship can be overwhelming - things like first/last month's rent, a security deposit, basic necessities, childcare, legal fees, and more. Any financial contribution you could make, no matter the amount, would make a huge difference and help Catoria start a new, violence-free life.

I know times are tough for many, but if you are able to donate, please do so by donating to this GoFundMe for Catoria and her daughter Dasey. Your support during this incredibly difficult time would mean the world. She doesn't even know I made this GoFundMe. She lets her pride get in the way and hates asking anyone to help her. I said I had to work two jobs with five kids; it's hard, but if people are willing to help, let them.Look at her one picture her glasses are even broken she has taped them he did that . She had just bought them before she had the baby. It's sad that DV is real.The picture by her self is the way I want her to smile all the time. But this narcissist took that away from her with the abuse.

In addition to financial help, prayers and positive thoughts for their safety and healing would also be deeply appreciated. I also don't mind used things for the baby like clothes, a high chair, a swing, and a Johnny jumper. Anything can help if you are local or want to mail .

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for considering how you might be able to help.

With Gratitude,

Susan Rosa