Hello, I'm Tim. I've spent the last 14 years living and working in Cyprus, but I had to return to the UK recently due to expired documents. I didn't have anywhere to stay upon my return, but thankfully now I'm in supported accommodation. I've worked in hospitality, retail, warehousing, and even a bit of building and agriculture. But right now, I need stable work to secure a home for myself. I've been applying for jobs and I'm ready to work full-time.
Returning to the UK with nothing was a massive challenge. I had no identity papers, bank account, valid qualifications, or a place to stay. But with a lot of support, I managed to get my identity papers, renew my construction credentials, and regain valid forklift licenses. I'm more than grateful for all the help I've received so far. I've always been self-sufficient and I take pride in my work. I want to regain that self-confidence and independence.
In two years' time, I see myself running my own business again, with so much work that I'll need to hire a few people to keep up. I dream of a nice life without too much worry. I'm excited to launch this Beam donations page. To everyone who donates, I want you to know that what you've done is really important. I'm so grateful that you're getting involved with this valuable project. I won't let you down.