The sooner I can find a job, and then get a better housing situation, the sooner I will be free of worries.
My housing situation is very difficult at the moment. I live with my husband and four children in a private rented place, but it’s very mouldy and dirty. Our relationship has unfortunately become difficult over the past few years, to the point that I feel the need to leave him. My mental health has been getting worse for quite some time now. I've decided that the safest route is to leave and separate from him without telling him beforehand. Nobody knows except my mum.
The problem is that I don't have a support network here in the UK so I have nowhere to go. I tried contacting the Council and they are helping me to find new accommodation. Once I have my place, then I’ll be ready to tell my husband I’m leaving.
I want to find a stable job as a carer so I can lift the benefit cap and create a stable home for my children. I also want to grow my career. Having looked after my four children, I know what it takes to be a good caregiver. I want to be able to take my children on holiday at some point - but mainly I’m hoping that getting a job will help me to afford the basics in life.
I know I will overcome this difficult time and getting a job is the first step. Now I have the support from Beam, I feel the strength to go forward and work harder towards my goals.