Hello, I'm Ash, a 22 year-old mum to a wonderful little boy. Despite the challenges life has thrown at me, I've always been resilient. I've been living in temporary accommodation for the last two years, after having to leave my previous home due to domestic violence. It's been tough, especially as a single parent, but I've managed to stay strong for my son. One of the biggest challenges has been finding a landlord that accepts benefits, which is tough as I have to care for my son who also is autistic whilst working part-time as a cleaner.
What makes me happy? Being a mum. There's nothing quite like it. But I want more for my son and myself. I want us to have a stable home, a place where we can feel safe and secure. A place where he can grow up without the uncertainty of not knowing where we might be living next, that is closer to my support network.
Knowing that there are people out there who want to support me in achieving this goal feels amazing. It's heart-warming to know that there are people who believe in me and want to help. And to those of you who donate, I want to say thank you.