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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£200 needed for gas and electric top up, and food voucher
M is fifty six years of age and lives alone. He has suffered with his mental health for many years, is unable to work and has to rely on benefits. We are supporting M with debt advice as he could not take the pressure of these debts any longer and was at breaking point. He is so looking forward to having a fresh start free from debt. M rang this morning as he has no food in the house or gas and electric on his meters. Our local food bank can give some food, but M doesn't get paid for another two weeks!
£175 needed for a fridge
The asylum seeker we are supporting has come to this country fleeing political violence, intimidation, and abduction. His early days in the UK were spent partly at the Bibby Stockholm. He is now housed with 8 other men in a small family home, which has not been provided with adequate white goods. A new refrigerator would help him to store a sufficient amount of food; at the moment, food he receives from a local charity is spoiling because he cannot store it properly.
£200 needed for electric blinds
Our client, who is in her mid thirties, has a diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy. She has recently moved from her parents’ home and transitioned to independent living, moving into her own tenancy in a lower-level wheelchair adapted accessible flat. As a wheelchair user, using electric blinds helps her to be more independent. Our client is totally reliant on benefits, including high level disability payment, so would be unable to afford this on her own.
£200 needed for a washing machine
J is a single lady who is estranged from her abusive and exploitative family, so she has no support emotionally or financially. J has many health issues and cannot work or go out of the flat. J is dependent on benefits but has no savings to purchase a much needed washing machine as her current one is irreparably broken. Her health conditions necessitate daily washing of clothes and bedding so a washing machine is vital to her. Any support is appreciated.
£200 needed for term time bus passes for two children
A is a mother of four children. They are Asylum seekers living on the outskirts of the city of Wolverhampton. The two youngest children are aged 9 and 5. The primary school they attend is too far for them to reasonably walk and so they need to take the bus. The cost of bus travel for the family is really difficult. They are only entitled to just under £50 each on their ASPEN card per week and this is to pay for basic essentials including food. AJ reached out to the SVP for help with bus passes.
£150 needed for clothes, food and travel
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.
£200 needed for a water bill
J has a water bill from his last property that due to relationship breakdown wasn't paid. He was receiving debt/ bailiff letters and calls. He recently stopped work due to his mental health getting worse. His children stay with him every weekend but he still gets the lowest Universal Credit, barely enough to pay his bills and eat. He does not have enough to pay the debt, even in repayment his only other option is insolvency, and this would have a huge impact on his financial situation long term.
£200 needed for carpet fitting
A, his wife and three children have recently been granted leave to stay in the UK. They have recently moved out of temporary accommodation and into their own home. They are starting from scratch with nothing, have no savings and their only income is Universal Credit. The house has no floor coverings down in any of the rooms, and it's cold and a little unsafe for the children. We have an offer of free carpets but need a little help with the fitting costs.
£180 needed for a fridge freezer
K fled an abusive relationship with her young daughter, leaving her career and starting fresh. Diagnosed with a rare spinal disease requiring four major surgeries, she has fought hard to regain stability. Now moved to permanent housing, she has worked tirelessly, saving every penny to collect essential items for their new home. Volunteering at a food bank, she seeks employment that fits family life. A fridge freezer would provide crucial support as they rebuild their lives.