News
19 Sep 14
Kyle’s Story
“Me and my family are ever so grateful and touched with the help and support of the church and the Foodbank. We found ourselves in this position due to medical problems me and my partner are unable to do anything about i.e. sick notes etc. not being issued at time of need.” Our thanks to […]
19 Sep 14
1914 – 2014 Has anything changed?
The cast of “Over by Christmas ” from “Theatre in the Quarter” At the onset of the First World War in 1914, food was rationed and commodities were scarce. Communities united with a common purpose: to help and support each other. Today in 2014, the relentless rise of food poverty in Britain has again inspired […]
17 Sep 14
Alice’s Story
“Husband (51) was on ESA (previosly had stroke and epileptic fit). Few weeks ago he was told he was fit for work and he should sign on for JSA. Sent on work programme to college in Ellesmere Port – went and had another stroke and epileptic fit at college. Taken to hospital. Doctors said he […]
12 Sep 14
Will’s Story
“I first used the Foodbank when the jobcentre sanctioned my benefits with complication in applying for hardship payment. I came to the Foodbank as I had no money or food. They helped me with emergency food on several occasions as my sanction went on.” [Volunteer Notes: Will’s last benefit was paid into a friends account […]
10 Sep 14
Our Little Red Van
Our little red van is a vital asset, supplied to us free by Mitchell Group, and maintained and run with cash donations from our generous supporters. Last month was time to pay our annual insurance. We’re delighted that the premium has gone done to £430. A massive thank you to our safe van drivers and […]
10 Sep 14
Allison’s Story
“We have to pay a mortgage, but at the moment rely on benefits, partner looking for work. We get paid fortnightly but one payment goes straight to the mortgage, this leaves us with nothing. We have already been to court about mortgage arrears, if we miss one payment our home will be repossessed.” Our thanks […]
5 Sep 14
Tony’s Story
“My immediate situation is I am being moved from JSA to ESA, which led to a delay in my benefits. I was anyway in debt for my bills. I have been signed off for depression and anxiety, and I lost my job in March. Also, I was caught speeding and received three points on my […]
3 Sep 14
Trevor’s Story
“On the sick for 30 years and I am unable to walk. I have a vertiba pushing in my spine. It is going to get worse. I have medical certificates but in February I failed my medical because for some reason my medical certificates were not available. I have been sending in sick notes ever […]
29 Aug 14
Nicholas’ Story
“Unemployed and unable to find any work. On basic level ESA. Desperate to keep present home but insufficient income to make ends meet. Debts of water rates and council tax. Advised to seek support from appropriate agency for debt support. Has problems with both mental and physical health.” Our thanks to Nicholas for wanting to […]
27 Aug 14
Scott’s Story
“I was stopped ESA following an assessment after a knee operation. At the time I was unable to work and I was using crutches but didn’t receive any points to continue to qualify for ESA. On the 18th of June my benefits completely stopped. I have not received any money since. I visited [a local […]