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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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£200 needed for a trampoline
We are a family living in the UK with no family and limited support network, my husband and I work alternative days and shifts so one of us can care for our children. One of our two boys has severe learning difficulties and a high levels of needs. One thing that keeps him stimulated is a trampoline. We are trying hard to make ends meet but we have no disposable income. A trampoline would give our son a space where he can play and decompress.
£200 needed for bedroom furniture and a garden shed
This vulnerable gentleman is still being hounded by his abusive ex-partner; he has lost his home, his job and access to his young son and has now been re-homed in a new area. He is disabled and unable to work, so relying on his benefit only income. It has been costly starting over and he is already struggling with debts incurred mainly due to his ex. He is in need of some help with some storage for his new home, but unable to afford it himself. Could you possibly help him to buy a wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside table and a garden shed?
£200 needed for a bed, mattress and bedroom furniture
A is part of a family who the local charity have been supporting for many years. She relocated to Southampton with her mother and siblings a few years ago but her mother has now returned to Oldbury. A tried to find housing, unsuccessfully, initially in Southampton but has now managed to secure a flat, walking distance to her mother's. She recently lost all her belongings in a house fire and has nothing. She really needs a bed, mattress and bedroom furniture and would be grateful for any donations. She receives Universal Credit and cannot afford these extra expenses
£120 needed for an outdoor adjustable height clothes dryer
J is a mid 50’s adult with multiple sclerosis. She lives independently in an adapted property and is a full time wheelchair user. She is reliant on benefits only. This dryer allows her to do her own clothes drying despite being so mobility impaired. Living on benefits means she doesn’t have the spare funds to use an expensive tumble dryer.
£200 needed for food, travel and utility bills
S came to the UK to live with her uncle but had to leave his home after the relationship broke down. She has been supported by the local authority with accommodation. Her Universal Credit stopped in July after failing the habitual residence test, leaving her without an income, because her solicitor made an error. She is awaiting the correct immigration application and is having significant financial hardship. S is without any money and waiting for a decision. Can you help her to cover food, top up her oyster card for travel (to college and to her legal advisor and the charity supporting her to resolve her legal situation), pay some more urgently bills, specifically topping up her electricity and gas?
£200 needed for a fridge freezer
This man is physically disabled and is also struggling with his mental health. He receives Personal Independence Payment and Universal Credit but struggles to meet all his bills. His fridge freezer has been broken for months. His Mum has been driving quite a distance to bring him fresh food almost daily. Please can you help us get him a second hand one.
£200 needed for respite accommodation and clothing
A homeless gentleman was seen in a chaotic state, and extremely emotional having been on the streets for several weeks. With a clear deterioration in his mental health we are looking to provide him with some respite from the elements and the dangers of the streets by assisting him with a stay at a Bed and Breakfast and some clean clothes.
£200 needed for a bed and breakfast stay and food
A young man who has been street homeless following an altercation with his parents and being asked to leave the family home was attacked and has a severe break to his arm as well as serious bruising. Whilst appropriate accommodation is sought and some comfort provided we are looking to provide a Bed and Breakfast stay for five nights to enable us to engage with the relevant authorities and some food for him.
£200 needed for a double bed and mattress
This lady has been housed in Southend from London with her 4-week-old baby. She is living in a studio flat with no furniture, is on Universal Credit and has right to remain. Her baby has a safe sleeping space but this lady has no bed and is sleeping on the floor, with nowhere comfortable to sit while feeding and caring for her baby. This lady needs rest in safety and comfort to protect her wellbeing and look after her child. We would like to ask for a double bed frame and mattress.