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Back on our feet: Shirley and twin daughters in Newcastle upon Tyne
A single father in Newcastle upon Tyne needs help with childcare, groceries and rent while Shirley retrains.
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After the death of my husband in August, I'm now raising twin daughters on my own. I work as a care worker, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries.
I'm retraining as a bookkeeper in the evenings, which will triple my income by November, 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.
Money goes toward rent, groceries, after-school care and the cost of my course. I'll give a monthly update with receipts.
Where the $4,200 goes:
• Rent top-up: $2,200
• Childcare and after-school care: $730
• Groceries and school meals: $600
• Course fees and exam costs: $670
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Shirley
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You're not alone, Shirley. Shared it with a few friends.
hang in there. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Love from Hamilton!
Praying for you, Shirley. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I'm in nursing myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Greetings from Caruaru.
Sending love, Shirley. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I'll check back for the next update
Sending good thoughts, Shirley. I hope things turn around soon. I'm in engineering myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best.
Take care, Shirley. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Love from Ankara.
sending love, Shirley. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps.