- Urgent case May 1, 2019 - A young woman with significant learning difficulties lives at home with her parents whom she is dependent on, both financially and practically. Last week sadly her father died, and the following day her mother was admitted to hospital following a haemophilic stroke. The young woman because of her personal situation is unable to claim for any… Continue Reading
- Lady here as a refugee trying to make a new life April 29, 2019 - N came to the UK as a refugee, and initially found work as an interpreter. She has had to give that up for the moment as she is in so much pain with her arthritis, plus she is extremely stressed and anxious as she has no idea of the whereabouts of her son who also… Continue Reading
- Young woman finding full-time work difficult due to disabilities April 29, 2019 - A young woman, in her very late teens is living all alone without any family support whatsoever. She does work part-time but is finding it difficult to cope as she has health issues which has still not been properly diagnosed. Her mobility is compromised so she only works a few hours a week. She has… Continue Reading
- Lady whose son diagnosed with cancer April 26, 2019 - A mother previously working full-time has had to go onto Statutory Sick Pay as her 13 year old son has been diagnosed with cancer. She is still in receipt of working and child tax credits, but her SSP and benefits is used to pay her rent and bills, including council tax. Her son is currently… Continue Reading
- Man with cancer having to give up self-employment April 26, 2019 - A man who has always been self-employed has been diagnosed with cancer and is currently undergoing intensive treatment. He had to give up working in December because of his condition, and has recently submitted a claim to be put on to Employment Support Allowance and Personal Independence Payments, which will take some time to be… Continue Reading
- Bereaved lady living on the third floor April 26, 2019 - We were asked to help a lady who lost her partner suddenly last year which has left her with a lot of debts. Our agents have helped her to set up payment plans for this but it has left her with very little amount of money for food. She is unable to work as she… Continue Reading
- Young woman trying to cope on £53 a week April 25, 2019 - A young woman unable to work because of hip and joint problems, as well as extreme anxiety and depression received Employment Support Allowance of £53 per week. Her ESA was stopped last week which had a knock on effect on her housing benefit which meant the payments stopped being paid, putting her in arrears. There… Continue Reading
- Single mum of three under stress trying to cope April 25, 2019 - A family comprising a single mother and her three children, aged 16, 10 and 1 year respectively. The children have just come off a child protection plan and their care is now shared between the courts and the mother. The mother has a history of complex mental and emotional health issues which she takes a… Continue Reading
- Vulnerable man is housed April 24, 2019 - We were asked to assist a young vulnerable adult who has recently been offered housing. He doesn't though have anything to furnish his home with, nor the funds to be able to purchase them, as his Employment Support Allowance or Personal Independence Payments won't stretch that far. He is in the process of switching over… Continue Reading
- Single mum needs help with DRO fees April 19, 2019 - A young mum with a daughter has been desperately trying to save up enough money to cover the cost of a DRO (Debt Relief Order) which costs £90. Every time she gets close an emergency crops up and the money is needed elsewhere. In the meantime she is being relentlessly pursued for money she doesn't… Continue Reading