Hi, I'm Lee. I'm a dad to three wonderful kids - a 5-year-old girl, a 10-year-old boy, and an 11-year-old girl. Life's thrown some curveballs at me recently. I lost my home, my family, and for a while, I became dependent on alcohol. It was a tough time, but I've managed to get through it. I've recently moved into a council studio flat after spending 8 months in sheltered accommodation. It's a start, but it's been tough, and it doesn't feel like a home yet.
What makes me happy? Seeing my kids happy, and knowing they have everything they need. My main goal now is to turn my empty studio into a home for my kids and me. I want them to be able to visit and stay over, to have a space that feels safe and comfortable. But right now, I can't afford the basics like furniture or a washing machine. This is where Beam comes in.
I'm so grateful to know that there are people out there who want to help. It's a bit overwhelming, but in a good way. Your support would mean the world to me and my kids. In two years, I hope to be in a stable job, to have mended the relationships I've damaged, and to have a home that feels like a home. With your help, I believe I can make this happen. Thank you so much for supporting not just me, but my kids too. It means more than you can imagine.