Donna*, 77, had been living in a privately rented home with her two adult children, both of whom have learning disabilities and anxiety. When her landlord issued a Section 21 no-fault eviction, the family suddenly lost their home. They were first placed in a hotel before moving to alternative temporary accommodation, causing a long period of upheaval and uncertainty.
The stress was extremely difficult for the family, particularly for Donna’s daughter, whose panic attacks worsened. Donna was also unable to return to her former home to retrieve many of her belongings, leaving the family with very few household items.
Donna and her family were eventually offered a social housing property. However, starting again in a new home brought its own worries, especially without the basic items needed to run a household.
A grant from CHC helped Donna purchase essential items for the home, including kitchenware, towels and bedding. This practical support eased the financial pressure of starting over and helped the family settle more comfortably into their new home.
The support made the transition far less stressful for Donna and her children, allowing them to begin this new chapter with greater security and peace of mind.
“The support helped take away the worry of having to start again.”