Hello, I'm Brian.
I've faced a lot of challenges in recent years, the biggest of which has been finding a stable and affordable home for myself and my son. After experiencing significant instability in my housing situation, we ended up in emergency accommodation - it's small and not ideal for long-term living. I've previously worked as a presser in a dry cleaner's shop and have been doing my best to manage, but the high cost of rent and insufficient support from Universal Credit led to arrears and further complications.
What makes me happy? Seeing a genuine smile. It makes my day knowing that someone is happy. And right now, the thought of finding a stable home makes me smile. I'm looking forward to moving to a more stable and affordable two-bedroom property, preferably within Brent or Harrow. This goal is not just about having a roof over our heads, it's about providing a safe and secure environment for my son and me.
Knowing that people want to support me in achieving this goal is incredibly uplifting. It fills me with gratitude and hope. I'm excited about launching my Beam donations page because it means getting the help I need to turn things around. In two years time, I see myself settled and running my own business. Achieving this goal with Beam would be wonderful - I'd feel like a new man.