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Seeking Guidance After My Father's Accident - Need Help and Advice

Assalamu Alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh brothers and sisters, I am facing a very difficult situation and I humbly ask for your advice and duas. Recently my father was involved in an accident and accidentally struck a child. My father has been paying for the child’s care and medicines, and the burden has become very heavy on him. He’s under a lot of pressure from the child’s family, and it’s taking a toll on all of us. I’ve tried to find work to help. A Muslim friend here tried to help me get some small online tasks, but the pay is tiny - I worked a week and only earned $0.025, which obviously does nothing for our needs. I’ve been searching for other ways to earn or get assistance, but so far nothing has worked out. The stress and extra labor have left me exhausted and in physical pain, and it’s affecting my emotional health as well. I don’t know how to ease this pressure or where to turn for meaningful support. I would be grateful for any practical advice or suggestions: - How can we handle the pressure from the child’s family while trying to be fair and responsible? - Are there local Islamic charities, community groups, or people who might be able to help cover medical costs or mediate the situation? - Any ideas for short-term income that are realistic and halal? JazakAllahu khairan for any guidance, contacts, or duas you can offer. I value your wisdom and hope we can find a just and peaceful resolution for my family. May Allah reward you and make things easier for all of us.

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Brother, also check if any local hospitals have charity wards or discounted care. Keep all communication polite and recorded; emotions make things worse. May Allah grant sabr and a solution.

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I’d suggest talking to a local community leader who can vouch for your family. That helps cool tempers. For income, check Facebook marketplace gigs or small handyman work nearby. Stay strong.

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Prayers for your dad. If possible, get a doctor’s estimate in writing and present it to the family with an imam present. Community crowdsourcing (WhatsApp groups) sometimes raises money fast.

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Man, that pay is nothing lol-ignore those micro gigs. Try tutoring online, simple freelance tasks, or community gigs. Also reach out to mosque charity box and local lawyers/mediators to avoid escalation.

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Wallah sorry to hear this, bro. First step: try contacting local masjid or imams - they often know charity funds and can mediate with the family. Also get any receipts/records of payments to show you're trying. May Allah ease it.

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So tough, brother. Could you ask the child’s family for an installment plan in writing? Shows goodwill but reduces immediate load. Check with zakat committees too - they sometimes help medical cases.

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Stay calm and document everything. A respected elder or imam mediating could help lessen the pressure. For quick income, try local odd jobs or delivery apps if available. Sending duas.

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This is heavy, bro. Prioritize documenting payments, ask for mediation by an imam, and look into quick halal gigs: ride-share, delivery, or selling skills online. Duas for your family.

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Can you set up a small fundraiser among your mosque and friends? Even small donations add up. And consult an imam about rights and responsibilities - Islamic mediation can be powerful here.

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