Life can be full of unexpected challenges, and sometimes, we have to make tough decisions that affect our loved ones. One family is currently facing a heart-wrenching dilemma: choosing between their youngest son's college dreams and the financial reality of their situation. With mounting medical bills and a global pandemic wreaking havoc on their finances, can they find a way to keep their family united? 💔😢
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This family's story is a heartbreaking reminder of how life can change in an instant. As they struggle to balance their youngest son's college aspirations with the reality of mounting medical bills and financial hardship, they've made the difficult decision to prioritize their middle son's health. Despite offering to pay for grad school if their finances improve, the youngest son has isolated himself from his family, leaving everyone heartbroken. Can this family find a way to heal and come together again? 💔😢
Supportive advice for parents of less privileged children ✊
lady_wildcat | lady_wildcat
Alumni connections could help with college funding. Worth a try 👍
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Parent struggles with college dreams vs. family crisis. NAH.
Irishtemper98 | Irishtemper98
Heartbreaking family crisis and illness, no one's the a**hole here 😔
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Explore private college financial aid options for limited funds. 👍
theotherjodi2010 | theotherjodi2010
Parent's financial crisis jeopardizes youngest child's college dreams. 😢
TheOldPetrillo | TheOldPetrillo
Heartbreaking choice: education or health? System fails family crisis. 😢
lauraborealous | lauraborealous
Angry comment about healthcare system needing therapy and help 😠
Powerofboners | Powerofboners
Encouraging comment shows empathy for family crisis and shattered dreams 👍
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Compassionate comment acknowledges kid's trauma and offers support 🙏
fractaldawn | fractaldawn
Youngest son lost scholarship due to family crisis. NAH, but hurt.
ireallycantrn | ireallycantrn
Financial aid office might help with private school crisis 👍
paigeroooo | paigeroooo
Son upset over lost college savings due to family crisis 😢
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Heartbreaking family crisis, but youngest son can still achieve his dreams 😢
Spicymar | Spicymar
NAH due to unexpected crisis, but youngest child needs attention 😢
Whimsical_Mara | Whimsical_Mara
Sibling's medical fees impact younger child's college fund. NAH.
somedayillfindthis | somedayillfindthis
Curious Redditor asks if backup plan was discussed for college.
aggyabby27 | aggyabby27
Youngest child feeling left out due to family crisis. NAH.
srslyeffedmind | srslyeffedmind
Unequal treatment stings, but deferring a year may help 🙂
apology_for_idlers | apology_for_idlers
Teenager's shattered college dreams after family crisis: NAH comment empathizes
wonderwife | wonderwife
NTA, but youngest sibling is upset about downgrade in education 😢
CCalamity- | CCalamity-
Youngest sibling feels neglected in college resources distribution 🤷🏼♂️
HelenDamnnation | HelenDamnnation
Compassionate comment acknowledges tough situation, wishes family well. 😢
dogdrawn | dogdrawn
Frustration with higher education system and inequality. 😠
slut-4-hashbrown | slut-4-hashbrown
Parents face heartbreaking decision: son's medical care vs. younger son's college 😢💔
vanakov | vanakov
Youngest son's lost opportunities due to middle son's illness causing resentment 😢
Arbor_Arabicae | Arbor_Arabicae
Healthcare system in USA is the a**hole 😠
Trirain | Trirain
18-year-old son upset over missing out on college experience. NAH.
witchofrosehall | witchofrosehall
Encouraging response to parent's dilemma, suggests counseling options. 👍
lady_forsythe | lady_forsythe
Youngest child feels neglected, but NAH. Complicated situation needs communication.
guany | guany
College is about what you put into it, not its cost 👍
NotSoButFarOtherwise | NotSoButFarOtherwise
NAH. Sympathetic to OP's situation, but hopeful for son's education 🙏
peachymiki | peachymiki
Family crisis forces tough decision on college funds. NAH perspective.
invisible-rogue | invisible-rogue
Navigating family crisis and college dreams with empathy and caution.
bibbiddybobbidyboo | bibbiddybobbidyboo
Universal healthcare needed: disease shouldn't ruin finances 🙏
TurongaFry3000 | TurongaFry3000
Passionate comment on healthcare and education accessibility in the US.
Embarrassed-Belgian | Embarrassed-Belgian
Debate on who should pay medical debt for adult child.
Irishtemper98 | Irishtemper98
NTA. Son's entitled behavior towards family's crisis is unacceptable 😒
krr0421 | krr0421
Compassionate comment supports struggling parents facing family crisis 😢💔
feverdraem | feverdraem
Compassionate comment defends OP's tough decision, criticizes heartless suggestions. ❤️
kangeiko | kangeiko
Suggests taking a gap year and working to pay for college 👍
iesharael | iesharael
Curious about the family's options for treatment payment. NAH/NTA.
sarcasticlovely | sarcasticlovely
NTA - Commenter praises OP for finding son a scholarship.
miastauffer | miastauffer
Middle child feels undervalued due to family tragedy. NAH.
LadyCordeliaStuart | LadyCordeliaStuart
Youngest child feels cheated, but NAH. Tough situation for all 😢
ineedfrozenyogurt | ineedfrozenyogurt
Alumni scholarship options for son in crisis? Worth a shot! 🙂
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Unfortunate circumstances leave younger brother at disadvantage. 😢
DoctorPan | DoctorPan
Parent receives support for helping son find scholarship amidst crisis 👍
halfadash6 | halfadash6
Parent struggles with college funds, commenters offer support 🙏
harmie10001 | harmie10001
Private colleges may negotiate cost to keep students. Helpful tip! 👍
detroitarmo | detroitarmo
User suggests planning ahead for college funds, but empathizes with situation.
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Supportive comment applauds parent's sacrifices and hopes for brighter future 👏
RoyallyOakie | RoyallyOakie
Understanding the youngest son's perspective is important 👁
Moonbeam675 | Moonbeam675
Sibling rivalry over college start, but NAH and no blame.
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Compassionate advice on family crisis and financial worries 🙏
supermeg77 | supermeg77
Heartbreaking decision for family, but options still available for son 👏
throwaway37865 | throwaway37865
Youngest sibling left out of college dreams, but hope remains 🙏
yeet1995123 | yeet1995123
High school senior empathizes with son's college dilemma 😢
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NTA defends father's decision to use college fund for medical bills.
From_The_Heart1020 | From_The_Heart1020
Compassionate comment offers support to struggling family during crisis 😢
spuffyx | spuffyx
A commenter shares their experience with college funds and loans. 👍
aprillian | aprillian
Parent's decision to not pay for son's college is causing distress 😢
ManualSearch | ManualSearch
Supportive comment on son's full ride to university amidst family crisis 👏
prairiemountainzen | prairiemountainzen
NTA. Youngest brother TA for prioritizing college over brother's life. 💔
chocolatedoc3 | chocolatedoc3
Ungrateful son gets free college, still complains. NTA.
Awkward-Potato3575 | Awkward-Potato3575
Empathetic comment acknowledges tough situation and hopes for understanding 🙏
Marvalbert22 | Marvalbert22
A Brit points out the lack of universal healthcare in the US 😔
elburcho | elburcho
Sibling resentment over sick child's education, NAH, apology advised 👏
LordCy | LordCy
Parents face tough decision as family crisis affects son's college dreams 😢
rdarzi | rdarzi
Exploring options for private loans to fund child's education 👥
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Youngest son denied education and legacy, therapy suggested for family.
OldPizzaTroll | OldPizzaTroll
Sibling rivalry or selfishness? Commenter calls out college-bound student's priorities.
windsofwinterplease | windsofwinterplease
Financial crisis forces tough decision, commenter defends NTA position 👏
abbygrau | abbygrau
20-year-old commenter sympathizes with parents, calls out entitled youngest son 🔭
hazedfaste | hazedfaste
Son's education: Who should pay? NAH suggests student loans. 💰
madmaxextra | madmaxextra
Parent struggles to pay for son's education, deemed NTA.
TinyNinja888 | TinyNinja888
Encouraging comment to a struggling dad dealing with family crisis 👏
GrumpyAllen | GrumpyAllen
User sympathizes with son but suggests deferring college for a year 😢
AliceInWeirdoland | AliceInWeirdoland
Family crisis forces tough decision, leaving youngest understandably upset. NAH.
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Encouraging NTA comment supports college dreams despite financial difficulties 👍
ITZADM | ITZADM
User defends parents' decision and criticizes 18-year-old's behavior. 🙅
CriminalsAreNotSmart | CriminalsAreNotSmart
Advice on Medicaid and SSI for son's medical crisis 💎
LeftHandedCaffeinatd | LeftHandedCaffeinatd
NTA. Son went NC after blaming brother. Parents did their best. 👍
pinkballoffluff | pinkballoffluff
Dream school lost due to family crisis, NAH, son justified.
House_of_Raven | House_of_Raven
NAH. Student loans exist for students. Sucky situation for everyone.
PM_popcorn_toppings | PM_popcorn_toppings
Understanding a child's behavior during family crisis 🙏
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Heartbreaking dilemma: save child or sacrifice for college dreams? 😢
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Engaging in a calm conversation with your son is important 👍
googleman1234567 | googleman1234567
NAH, tough situation. Personal experience with similar circumstances. Family discussion needed.
jordmegi | jordmegi
Encouraging words for a parent facing a tough decision 👏
JLL1111 | JLL1111
