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Back on our feet: Li and three children under 5 in Newcastle
A single parent in Newcastle needs help with childcare, groceries and rent while Li retrains.
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Since the death of my husband in August, I'm now raising three children under 5 on my own. I work as a retail cashier, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries.
I'm retraining as an electrician in the evenings, which will triple my income by October, but I need to bridge the gap until then.
Some weeks I skip meals so my children can eat. I have never asked anyone for help like this before, and I'm doing it for them.
Once I finish my course, I'll pay it forward.
Every cent is accounted for. I'll share a simple monthly breakdown.
Where the $3,800 goes:
• Rent top-up: $1,250
• Childcare and after-school care: $1,150
• Groceries and school meals: $460
• Course fees and exam costs: $940
With deep gratitude,
Li
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Thinking of you, Li. Looking forward to the next update.
Hang in there, Li. It takes guts to ask. Well done.
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like!