I love being a homemaker. All of it - cooking, baking, decorating, and getting my hands on new projects such as gardening and growing my own plants and vegetables.
I was a live-in carer and a companion for someone for over twenty years, but gradually our relationship broke down. It came to the point where I felt I was a prisoner in his home. Sadly, he became coercive and controlling. I felt I was losing my identity and my mind. I had been given the impression that I would have a home for life, but unfortunately the situation became untenable, especially during the lockdown, and I had no choice but to flee.
Becoming homeless at 42, I felt I had no future. I didn’t know what to do. I had a very traumatic childhood and breaking away from my parents was the beginning of good things happening to me. Understanding myself and my sexuality was a key to growing up and becoming responsible. But, being with this man I felt vulnerable again.
Fortunately, I was put in touch with Beam and now I feel I have the support of people who care about my wellbeing and my future, for which I am very grateful. Beam are genuine, committed, and have supported me every step of the way. They are a light at the end of the tunnel.