Gateway M40

I met S at our local drop in centre when he came to see us at Gateway M40, as he did not know where else to turn. He has always been self employed, but can only manage around three hours a day due to severe arthritis. S is fifty nine and a very proud man who felt very ashamed asking for help. He had no food in the house and was sitting in the dark as he could not afford to top his electric meter up. We have supported with disability benefits, but this could take time to be processed. Thank you!

Our client is sleeping on a mattress on the floor as his bed frame is broken, and this is causing S a lot of pain as he is suffering from very bad arthritis. When he wakes up, it is taking him a lot of time to get out of bed as he is very stiff. Having a higher bed will make it easier for him to get up in the mornings. S is self-employed, but can only manage a few hours a day due to the pain he is in. The wages he gets just about cover his rent and he has little left for a bed, mattress and bedding. Please can you help?