£100 remaining for clothes and toiletries
This older gentleman has fled domestic abuse after years of control and isolation. He had to leave with just the clothes he had on. He is now in a safe place to recover. He needs warm winter clothes and basic toiletries. The Refuge, with your donation, will help him buy his clothes which he urgently needs, especially underwear. He is finding making decisions too difficult at the moment. He has been through a lot of trauma and your donation for warm clothing will begin to help him heal.
C is a single lady who has had a traumatic life experience, using substances as a coping mechanism. She has been homeless and has recently been rehoused in a house of multiple occupancy, engaging with support services to deal with her trauma. C was recently robbed by so-called "friends" who took her iPhone, which she used for face-timing her son. C, who is unable to work and dependent on benefits, with no savings, is distressed that she can't make contact with her autistic son who lives with her auntie.
L is experiencing feelings of hopelessness, due to struggling with the cost of living. She has amassed some debts, following her husband's fast decline with dementia and eventual death. L has sought help from her local Citizens Advice Bureau, who are assisting to hopefully find the best solution. Please would you consider supporting this lady with some help towards food and energy, whilst she gets the help she needs? Thank you so much.
D is a single male who, through no fault of his own, is struggling on his Universal Credit only income, having been sanctioned for issues beyond his control. He is actively seeking work, but it is proving difficult to find any. Citizens Advice have advised him to appeal against his sanctions and are helping him with his debts also. Please would you consider supporting this gentleman with some funds toward food and energy whilst he receives help to get everything back on track? Thank you.