Who you can help - the Fuentes Family

U.S. Army SGT Efrain E. Fuentes (Veteran)

"After sustaining an initial spinal injury in Iraq, SGT. Fuentes continued his duties defending and supporting heliports in Taji, Baghdad, and Anaconda. The heavy physical and mental strain of his mission aggravated his spinal problems and caused other chronic medical conditions."

Home: San Antonio, Texas

Injury: Service-connected disabilities include spinal injury, fybromialgia, chronic knee pain, loss of hearing and pending PTSD and other medical conditions.

Operations: Operation Iraqi Freedom - 1 Tour (2005-2006)

Last Military Assignment: 38th Infantry Indiana National Guard

Immediate Family: Fourteen year old son

Personal Interests: "Raising my youngest son, enjoy watching him play soccer (his soccer nickname is "Fancy Feet" Fuentes) fishing, camping, adventures in the woods with my boys and cooking out with family and friends." "

Current Situation:
"After 15 years of military service I was improperly discharged by the Army, a decision I expect will be overturned this year after a long legal battle. With my multiple medical conditions, strict restrictions from medical docs tors, and 11-13 different medications for pain and mental conditions, it is very difficult for me to work and enjoy life like I used to.

My son and I lost our home and all belongings about a month ago and have relocated to Texas to be closer to family and their support. We are starting from scratch and need assistance to obtain housing and pay for the essentials, e.g., rent, rent deposit, utilities and deposit, clothing, food, gas, etc. I receive a modest disability income from the VA and Social Security and expect a substantial amoumt of active duty back pay from the military this fall along with the reactivation of the formal medical retirement process by the Army. It is difficult for me to maintain a smile and a positive outlook for my son when there is so much for me to do to get my son a home of his own, but I am committed to a creating stable home and life for us both. I have requested a grant and loan from Rebuild Hope and expect to repay the latter when I receive my back pay."

Current Requests: Need: $1500 (basic living expenses) Received: $800 Unmet Need: $700 Donate
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The Fuentes Family joined Rebuild Hope in May 2010.

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Home:	San Antonio, Texas
Injury:	Service-connected disabilities include spinal injury, fybromialgia, chronic knee pain, loss of hearing and pending PTSD and other medical conditions.
Operations:	Operation Iraqi Freedom - 1 Tour (2005-2006)
Last Military Assignment:	38th Infantry Indiana National Guard
Immediate Family:	Fourteen year old son
Personal Interests:	"Raising my youngest son, enjoy watching him play soccer (his soccer nickname is "Fancy Feet" Fuentes) fishing, camping, adventures in the woods with my boys and cooking out with family and friends." "
Current Situation:	"After 15 years of military service I was improperly discharged by the Army, a decision I expect will be overturned this year after a long legal battle. With my multiple medical conditions, strict restrictions from medical docs tors, and 11-13 different medications for pain and mental conditions, it is very difficult for me to work and enjoy life like I used to. My son and I lost our home and all belongings about a month ago and have relocated to Texas to be closer to family and their support. We are starting from scratch and need assistance to obtain housing and pay for the essentials, e.g., rent, rent deposit, utilities and deposit, clothing, food, gas, etc. I receive a modest disability income from the VA and Social Security and expect a substantial amoumt of active duty back pay from the military this fall along with the reactivation of the formal medical retirement process by the Army. It is difficult for me to maintain a smile and a positive outlook for my son when there is so much for me to do to get my son a home of his own, but I am committed to a creating stable home and life for us both. I have requested a grant and loan from Rebuild Hope and expect to repay the latter when I receive my back pay."