After a sudden and severe onset of pain at the end of 2025 it turns out Elena needs a major, unexpected surgery - total hip replacement is scheduled for February 9th. She's got intensive, at home care through the 23rd and needs community support as well. Food, money, and good vibes - whatever fits your capacity. This is the reality of self-employment: no sick leave, no disability coverage, medical costs and lost income hitting simultaneously. Elena has spent over a decade building a practice centered in relational well-being and community care. She needs that care right now. Meals (Feb 10–March 3) Food for 1-3 three people during the intensive care period, then continuing for herself once family leaves and she's recovering solo. Direct financial support Medical costs, lost income, basic living expenses. [GoFundMe link when set up] **Prepay for future services** - Astrology consultations ([link to booking page]) - Book her for spring/summer workshops or talks - Gift certificates for any of the above Check-ins and company Writing dates, phone calls, texts. The solo recovery stretch is long. Elena's work as a relational literacy coach, sexuality educator, and astrologer has been about creating the conditions for people to show up for each other with more skill and care. Right now, she's the one who needs showing up for.