Jesse's Story

"The reason for my crisis is because of my benefits being delayed and I had nothing whatsoever and nobody to ask for some help. But my JSA should be sorted out very soon as it is being looked into."

Our thanks to Jesse for sharing this story with us. 

Joshua's Story

"I'm here today because I have no food or money. For the last two years I have been on a reduced rate of ESA. I had an accident in work. I have damaged my spine. I have had an MRI scan that shows bulging in my neck and lower back. So from my accident I lost my health, home, job and so found myself homeless. But I am not homeless anymore I just have a low income and lots of debt."

Thank you so much to Joshua for sharing his story with us.

Victoria's Story

"I missed an appointment with the Work Programme and was sanctioned by the DWP. I had contacted the Work Programme provider informing them of my illness however they still reported to the DWP my non attendance and I have to appeal to DWP with evidence from my G.P."

Our thanks to Victoria for sharing her story with us.

Michel's Story

"The reason why I am homeless is a family breakdown. me drink but no violence made prisoner in my own home my daughter who is 16yrs does go round with the wrong crowd and does drink arguments arose which made it a family breakdown. You don't think it's going to happen to you well think again."

Ou thanks to Michel for sharing this story with us.

Samuel's Story

"Samuel is suffering from long-standing physical and emotional health problems. His doctor is signing medical forms regularly. He has not had any payment since April 2014. Living with his brother who has himself had his benefits recently sorted out and has been doing his best to help out his brother."

Our thanks to Samuels for sharing his story with us and to the volunteer who took these notes on his behalf.

George's Story

"I have had no money since April, which was a hardship payment. They say I am waiting for a decision maker to decide if I am entitled to any money. They told me to sign on for JSA, but wouldn't let me sign on for JSA as they could see I was not able to work. Plus I had a sick note from my doctor saying I am not well enough for any type of work."

Our thanks to George for sharing his story with us.