Reservist Soldier Who Lost Wife Seeks Public Aid
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Reservist soldier Shimon Aviksar, who has served nearly 1,000 days since the war began, is appealing for public financial assistance. He lost his wife to cancer two months into the war, continued serving, was injured, and has been raising three children alone while caring for other ill family members. His financial situation has become critical, and he can no longer cover basic family expenses.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Reservist Shimon Aviksar is seeking public financial aid after serving nearly 1,000 days since the war's start.
- Aviksar's wife died of cancer two months into the war, shortly after he said goodbye.
- He has been raising three children alone while also caring for ill relatives.
- Aviksar was injured during his service and underwent rehabilitation.
- His financial situation has recently deteriorated, making it impossible to cover basic needs.
Shimon Aviksar, a reservist soldier who has served nearly a thousand days since the start of the war, is facing severe financial hardship and has appealed to the public for help. Aviksar was called up for reserve duty in Gaza shortly after the outbreak of the war. During his service, he was summoned from the battlefield to a hospital to say goodbye to his wife, who was battling cancer and passed away two months into the war. He recounted the painful experience of saying farewell before her death.
Following his wife's passing, Aviksar continued his reserve service, was injured, and underwent rehabilitation. Throughout this period, he has been raising their three orphaned children alone, while also caring for his seriously ill mother-in-law and his father, who has a severe medical condition. He managed to sustain his family on his reservist salary and grants until recently.
Aviksar explained that his financial situation has deteriorated significantly in the past month. He realized he would be unable to cover basic family needs within a month, prompting him to seek assistance. He described the decision to ask for help as difficult but necessary for rebuilding his life and ensuring his children's future.
He expressed his commitment to the country, stating that he always prioritized serving the nation. While he doesn't expect repayment, he is grateful for any support the public can offer, emphasizing that help can come in many forms. Donations made to his campaign are recognized for tax deductions.
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