Help the Rhodes Family Rebuild
After a Devastating House Fire Destroyed Their Home
On Tuesday night, July 14, 2026, our family’s world completely fell apart.
After surviving nine major surgeries over the last several years—including serious complications from diabetes, spinal infections, and eye surgeries that left her partially blind—my sister, Keysa Kay Henson Rhodes, was finally beginning to look toward a brighter future.
Keysa has been studying diligently for her associate degree so she can become a remote medical records specialist. She is scheduled to complete her degree in October.
Then, the unimaginable happened.
The Night of the Fire
At approximately 9:30 p.m., Keysa went to bed. Hours later, she was awakened by the frantic, persistent barking of the family’s beloved American scent hound, Dior.
The house was filling with thick smoke.
Because of her medical condition, Keysa relies on canes and walkers to move around, making it extremely difficult for her to escape quickly.
Her husband, Eric, woke up in a panic and immediately began trying to get Keysa to safety. However, Dior refused to stop barking. The dog repeatedly ran down the hallway toward the back bedroom, desperately trying to get Eric’s attention.
Because of Dior’s persistence, Eric checked the bedroom.
Inside, surrounded by smoke, their little grandson Kai Kai was still fast asleep.
Eric managed to pull Kai Kai from the room and help Keysa, himself, and Dior escape from the burning house just in time.
By the grace of God, everyone survived.
They Lost Everything
Although the family escaped with their lives, the fire destroyed their home and nearly everything they owned.
Firefighters had to cut into the walls to extinguish the smoldering blaze. The house has been declared totaled.
- Their clothing was destroyed.
- Their beds and furniture were lost.
- Their food and household supplies are gone.
- Keysa’s medical necessities must be replaced.
- Kai Kai lost his school tablets, clothing, toys, and personal belongings.
Keysa has spent years fighting to regain her health. Now, she and her family must begin again with almost nothing.
How Your Donation Will Help
We are raising funds to help Keysa, Eric, Kai Kai, and their hero dog, Dior, obtain the immediate necessities they need while rebuilding their lives.
Donations will help provide:
- Temporary housing
- Clothing and shoes
- Food and household necessities
- Medical equipment and supplies
- School supplies and replacement technology for Kai Kai
- Furniture, bedding, and essential personal items
- Other expenses associated with rebuilding their lives
Dior Is a True Hero
Dior’s barking alerted the family to the fire, and his refusal to leave the hallway led Eric to the room where Kai Kai was sleeping. His loyalty and determination helped save this family.
Donate by Zelle
Donations may be sent directly to Keysa Rhodes through Zelle:
keysarhodes@yahoo.com
Please confirm that the recipient’s name appears as Keysa Rhodes before completing your transfer.
No donation is too small. Every contribution will help this family move one step closer to safety, stability, and a new beginning.
If you are unable to donate, please share this page with your family, friends, church, workplace, and community.
Donate Today. Share Their Story. Help Them Rebuild.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your prayers, generosity, kindness, and support.
Help the Rhodes Family Rebuild After a Devastating House Fire
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