Saving food, and money
H, from Barnsley was in desperate need of a replacement fridge freezer as she has found herself struggling to make ends meet, due to being dependant on benefit and the rise in the cost of food and energy bills. She has two children and cares for her father. H was lost without her fridge freezer and by not being able to store food freshly, which became very expensive. Acts 435 donors supported H to buy a replacement fridge freezer, which helped to reduce the stress and worry she was under.
When the local Advocate told H that the funds had been raised here is what they said:
"H was so relieved to receive the support she needed to buy a replacement fridge freezer as she has struggled for a number of months without one which has been very difficult for her and her children. H stated it will make such a huge difference to her family now that she doesn't have to constantly throw food away because it's not been stored in a fridge. H will be able to manage her money more effectively now that she has a Fridge Freezer and reduce the worrying this has caused."
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£120 needed for a shopping voucher for food and toiletries
This 73 year old gentleman came to the UK many years ago seeking asylum, but has never been able to claim any financial support due to having no recourse to public funds. He has now separated from his wife and has come to us for help with his Visa. He has a few options, but any application will take at least 6 months and he has used all his savings up to get by. Would you be able to please help him with a voucher so that he can buy food and essentials whilst we assist him? Thank you
£200 needed for a washing machine
These parents both experienced social care involvement during their own childhoods and currently have very limited family or community support. They have recently returned to Cornwall and, like many of the families we support, have been forced to find private rented accommodation which is expensive. Their daughter is 18 months old. Both parents are living with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder linked to their childhood experiences, and despite these challenges they are working hard to provide stability and a positive home environment for their daughter. Their washing machine has now broken, which is creating additional pressure and making day‑to‑day care more difficult. We would like to request help to buy a washing machine for this family.
£150 needed for a fridge/freezer
This man and his partner have 3 children. They live in a social housing flat, and are both unable to work due to physical and mental health issues. They are on Universal Credit and have no savings. Their fridge/freezer has broken and they cannot afford to replace it themselves. Can you help this family get a new fridge/freezer?
£165 needed for a refurbished laptop
B is an asylum seeker who arrived in our area 8 months ago, having left his family in South Sudan. This client has engaged with our organisation, attending different activities such as English language classes, Dukes theatre, sport and cultural events each week. B needs help to buy a refurbished laptop, as he doesn't have much English and wants to strengthen it. He would appreciate it if you could help him.
£165 needed for a refurbished laptop
E is a refugee from Eritrea who moved to the UK one year ago. He is trying to study English and improve his computer skills. He is really keen to develop beyond basic computer use to have a chance at teaching himself coding to an employable level. E is putting a lot of time into studying. He has no formal qualifications here so a laptop would significantly improve his job seeking chances and opportunities for the future.
£200 needed for rehabilitation pool therapy
W is a single man who shares custody of his 2 children. W has undergone 3 recent operations to help reduce his pain. The pain is debilitating and reduces his ability to complete every day tasks. W has been having rehabilitation in a pool to reduce pain in his joints which is helping, but it is not available on the NHS and is costly. W is unable to work and is on benefits so any help to enable W to have a block of therapy sessions, £200 for 8 sessions, would be very much appreciated. Thank you.
£200 needed for a cooker
B is a single man who has just moved into a new property from outside the area. He is adjusting to a new town and meeting new people. He's on benefits but looking for work. B has had support to purchase a washing machine but has said he doesn't have any cooking facilities and would very much appreciate a cooker, he used to be a chef so being able to cook from scratch and eat healthily is important to him. Any support would be appreciated. Thank you.
£180 needed for chilled and frozen food
A is a single mum of 2, (one who is officially a non dependent although he lives at home and is mentally unwell). A was working, but just had a stroke and now has been diagnosed with functional neurological system disorder. She is struggling financially with ongoing bills now her earnings have stopped. As she sorts her Personal Independence Payment application she needs help with food for the family. Money for freezer and fridge items would help so much.
£70 needed for a microwave
D is a single man who lives in a shared house. He has limited access to the kitchen and tries to keep himself to his own room due to his current mental health needs. D is getting a lot of support from the mental health crisis team and is unable to work at the moment due to his ongoing health concerns. He is being supported with Universal Credit and Statutory Sick Pay. D would benefit from having a microwave in his room to be able to heat up food.