Samantha was already doing everything she could to keep costs down while managing her own health problems and caring for her son, who has a disability. When she became medically unfit to work and lost her income, paying for essentials like food, bills, and day-to-day living costs became increasingly difficult.
After being signposted to Lightning Reach by Wokingham Council, Samantha was matched with support from a national teaching charity. She received a £1,050 grant within just 10 days of applying, helping her cover essential living expenses during a particularly challenging time.
With her essential costs covered, Samantha was able to focus on managing her health and caring for her son, while taking the time to find a job that would work around her circumstances.
"The grant was a real cushion - it gave me the time to be able to look for a job that would work with my health conditions."
Samantha
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