Please can you help this lady raise her Debt Relief Order fee? She has fallen on hard times during lots of family bereavements. She is working well with an alcohol recovery programme, and has found faith and is taking on Christian Against Poverty's advice.
W was living in a furnished private rented property. The rent increased by a third, after a commercial landlord took over, and she was also on a zero hour contract. She has now moved to a social landlord but is struggling to get household items, such as pans and bedroom drawers. She now has a regular morning job as a Social Worker, which is improving her mental state. She has a few debts that she couldn't pay from her old property which means she is unable to save.
O has a high debt level, including serious rent and council tax arrears that are badly affecting his mental health and he has contacted his doctor for help. He has approached StepChange for debt advice and a Debt Relief Order is recommended for a fresh start, but he is unable to raise the fee on Universal Credit If O can have a fresh start with his finances, it will go along way to help his mental health, and allow him to deal with other personal issues he is struggling with. Thank you
C is a single mum to a young daughter and lives on basic benefits. After a relationship breakdown, C and her daughter were homeless for four months and relied on distant friends, family, and even bed & breakfasts. Due to the difficult situation, C had to spend much of her money on travel and B&B's in order to find a place to stay for the night. C has finally been given a property with the support of the local Council. They have some furniture but are in desperate need of white goods and bedroom furniture.
T is being rehoused with her two year old into a safer home, away from where she has had to deal with a lot of problems. She only has a small moving window because someone is moving into her property. She has saved £50 toward the moving costs but can't find anything available at that price so is in need of an extra £135. Could you help us to get her moved? Thank you!
T has been homeless and sleeping rough for a number years. She has most recently been sofa surfing for a short while, but has just secured her own tenancy. The property is unfurnished and T doesn't have any savings or sufficient income to afford to buy any furniture. She would really benefit from a fridge freezer, which would allow her to shop and eat more cheaply and healthily, improving her physical and mental health.
R was recently released from prison and has secured a tenancy for himself; however, he has very low income and, after paying bills and food, he has nothing remaining. He reads a lot of books to keep himself occupied and out of trouble. A bookshelf would mean that he can keep his books organised. He also has nowhere to dry his clothes so a clothes airer would help to prevent the condensation which is causing damp in his property.
J is seeking a Debt Relief Order due to multiple debt issues causing financial hardship, but is unable to raise the fee due to a deficit budget. J has large Universal Credit deductions which is making budgeting impossible so she is currently having to rely on Foodbanks. Help towards the Debt Relief Oder fee will ensure that J is able to start afresh, free from the problem of debt. Thank you!
K is a single mum with two young children. She suffers from bi-polar disorder and severe anxiety. There has been a history of domestic and financial abuse that has left her with over £30,000 in debt. K desperately needs to go bankrupt and have a fresh start. We've managed to raise £550 of the £680 needed for the bankruptcy fee. Could you help us to raise the last £130?
H is a single mum who made some poor credit choices when she was younger. These have left her with debts of around £4,000 which she is really struggling with. This is having an impact on her mental health, causing depression and anxiety. A Debt Relief Order will give H the relief she needs and enable her to concentrate on her young family. Please help us set her debt free.
L is a single mum with three children who tells us her problems are making her feel like a failure to her children. She struggles to get out of bed in the morning and has to drag herself to work everyday. The burden of her debts is dragging her down and she has no hope. Please help us to set L debt free.
P came with a friend for help with her debts. She'd lived in poverty for many years, following domestic violence by her children's dad. To escape him, the young family had to move many times and have, at last, settled but the debts he got in P's name are still chasing her. P has anxiety and depression and all she wants is to raise her children in a home filled with love, but all she can do at the moment is survive day to day, scared to leave her home. Please can you help?
N was released from prison in November 2021. He moves into new accommodation tomorrow and is very excited about that. N is very keen to address previous mental health issues which led to past drug use and is waiting to engage with a local mental health service. He is also working with J42 to become employment ready. N really needs a smart phone which would give him internet access and the ability to apply for jobs. Any support would be gratefully received. Many thanks.