I'm always the type of person that wants to help and make a difference in someone's life. Even in the difficult situation I am in, making sure people are okay makes me happy. I truly care for other people, and I'm so humbled to find out that people care about me.
COVID-19 has seen my life turned upside down. I used to be an elective trainer for the NHS, teaching nurses and doctors on patient waiting times, doing training videos and making sure clients got everything on time. I thought I was making a difference and would become permanent.
However, I abruptly got made redundant at the height of the pandemic. I lost everything. My mental state began to decline, and I started taking medications for my mental health. I was also having family issues simultaneously, and I was not welcome to live in my parent's house. Next thing, I found myself sleeping rough in a block of stairs, crying myself to sleep. I felt ashamed and alone.
Currently, I am living out of my friend's car. I don't have a kitchen or cleaning space, and when my friend needs to use his car, I end up walking around in the park. It's a harsh reality. What keeps me sane is the ounce of hope that things can get better. That's why it feels like a dream that I am getting help to find a place to live, to have a normal bed and a place all to myself.
Once I am settled in a new home, I would like to start working again. I come from a training and coaching background, so being a support worker feels like a great step. I like to make a positive difference in people's lives and strive to make their life better.
My dream has always been to help people. To make a difference and make a lasting impression on people I come into contact with. I also have a passion for music. I enjoy making music that people can connect to and make them feel better. Hopefully, one day you'll be able to listen to it too!