I'm a positive person. We all have times when we get down, but many things in life make me happy. The most important thing that makes me happy is stability in life. I'm not a greedy person! Being able to live life comfortably is a dream of mine.
If you haven't a job, you can't pay rent and think about the future. With the pandemic, it became difficult to look for work and I couldn't stay where I was living. Luckily, I was able to get help from the great support workers at Thames Reach and Ealing Churches Winter Night Shelter who helped me find somewhere to stay. I'm now ready to get back into training so I can get the qualifications to do the job I've always done and enjoy doing.
I have always worked in construction, particularly as a painter and decorator. I find painting and decorating to be a relaxing job. I'm a person who is detail oriented and I take my time to make sure I do a good job. Beam is helping me to get the proper qualifications for the industry which will help me get a more stable job.
The is this the first I've experienced something like the support of Beam. It will help me to stand on my feet. I've never had help like this before. It's not easy for me to ask for help, but I'm glad that people like Beam are there to give me a lift and the motivation and support to get back to work. It gives me hope that things will change soon.