Fresh Start 2025

S has recently been housed after being homeless for some time. He has been moved into an unfurnished flat and has been supported by a local charity for furniture, but they don't have any white goods and he is struggling without a washing machine. The launderette fees are expensive and S would appreciate any help to purchase a washing machine. He has no funds to purchase one and is being supported by his local foodbank.

D has recently been rehoused, after being homeless for a year, and there is no furniture in the flat. He has three children; twins aged seventeen and a six year old, who see him at the weekend. D suffers from depression, and his daughter suffers from scoliosis. He is currently receiving Job Seeker Allowance and is unable to afford furniture. We are requesting support to purchase items for the kitchen, including a mini cooker, pots and pans, crockery and cutlery.

I am requesting support for a pensioner with serious health issues who has recently been moved into a permanent home after a period in emergency housing. Unfortunately, his new property is completely unfurnished, and he does not have a cooker, which is essential for preparing hot meals and maintaining his health. Your support would make a significant difference, allowing him to prepare food safely and regain some independence and stability as he settles into his new home.

In 2022, O was in a stable relationship and full-time employment. He suddenly lost his job, his relationship ended and he had to look for alternate accommodation. Having no employment, he struggled to find housing and resorted to staying in hostels when he could afford it and if not then buses or the street. In January 2025 he was given temporary accommodation. He does not have income to support his daughter and pay for essentials. O does not have a sofa and feels it would help him and his daughter to have somewhere to sit.

J has linked in with our organisation for a few years, using many of our services to help him while on a very low budget. He has suffered severe trauma on his journey to asylum here, and has the ongoing burden of trying to help his wife in her asylum journey, whilst in a different country. J has been allocated a beautiful flat with large bay windows which do not allow for much privacy without coverings. It would be great if J could buy curtains, poles and fixings to allow for privacy and security.

Ill health led to E being unable to work and eventually she was made homeless. Now, aged sixty seven, she has been housed by the council and is delighted with her new home. E has osteoarthritis and has had a hip replacement, and because of her circumstances has struggled with depression and anxiety. Her flat is unfurnished and she doesn't have savings to be able to buy what she needs. Friends have found basic furniture for E, but she would be very grateful for some help to buy a washing machine.

S has recently been housed after being homeless for some time. He has been moved into an unfurnished flat and has been supported by a local charity with furniture, but there are no white goods available. Without a fridge freezer, S can't store any fresh food or bulk buy to help save him money. He does not have any savings and is being supported by his local foodbank. S is looking for work now he has been housed. Any support would be much appreciated.

V, a single mum with two young children aged two and five, lives in a house owned by a private landlord. The garden and shed contain rubbish and this is attracting rats. Mum would like a skip to clear this so her children can play in the garden. Her income is Universal Credit and Child Benefit, and she is paying off outstanding debts. V would really appreciate some help with paying for the skip hire so she can improve this situation. She would be grateful for any help. Thank you