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Our client is a child who has recently arrived from Afghanistan to reunite with the rest of his family here in the UK. Their family is solely living off of the eldest brother's benefits and is currently struggling greatly with living expenses. They need help with essentials such as food and winter clothes (jackets, jumpers and shoes) which can be costly. Additionally, we will use a portion of these funds to top up their oyster card and provide them with vouchers to spend on other necessities.
M and her husband are asylum seekers living in temporary accommodation with their two children. M has carpal tunnel syndrome so preparing food for the family is difficult and there is no suitable equipment in their hotel. A food mixer, rice cooker and microwave would allow them to eat nutritious food. They have been moved several times and need to travel to the children's school to provide continuity so topping-up their Oyster card will help. Lastly, having warm coats would help them stay well in the winter. Any help would be appreciated.
I am supporting a wonderful woman who is a refugee and has two children. She is working hard to gain skills to hopefully be able to go into employment. Mum needs a vacuum and a bed for her new home. These items would make life much more comfortable for her and her family.
G, her husband and two young children, the youngest being just six months old, live in privately rented accommodation. They have leave to remain in UK, but with no resource to public funds, they are experiencing financial difficulties and struggling to cover rent, bills, and basic necessities. G is currently unemployed, and her husband is employed part-time. They were referred to our food bank by the local refugee and migrant advice centre for food and general advice. They particularly need £200 for a mattress and bedding.