£80 remaining for a waterproof coat and steel-toe boots
This family is being supported by the Chippenham Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Debt Centre. The son is starting college, but needs some essential equipment which his family cannot afford. This includes a waterproof coat and steel-toe boots. Would you please consider giving to this need? The family has had a very hard time recently with many unexpected costs.
P, who lives with her fifteen year old daughter, has been abused by her ex-partner, who is a violent alcoholic and manipulated his way into her home. The police destroyed the front door during a raid on the house and it is now boarded up, but needs replacing, however, P works on a minimum wage and has no savings as her ex-partner has taken her money. The replacement door will cost £768. £500 has been secured from the council and the church will contribute £68, but P is desperate for the remaining £200 to make her home safe.
S has worked hard to get to a point that he is ready to regain his independence. He could really benefit from some extra lessons before taking his test later this year. S is desperate to get his driving licence to open his job opportunities, as he has previously worked in highway maintenance and would like to get back into this sector. With employment, this will really set S on the road to be able to secure and maintain accommodation. Each lesson is an hour and a half long, and this will cover 4 lessons.
C has been battling with Universal Credit (UC) for months over help toward her rent. UC keep rejecting her requests for help so she has reached out to the Citizens Advice Bureau for help. C is currently unable to work due to poor mental health following being a victim of domestic abuse. She has three primary school aged children and is struggling to make ends meet. She is currently unable to have anymore Foodbank vouchers. Please may you consider supporting this family with some funds toward food whilst they receive help?