Single parent of young children experiencing financial hardship in need of household items
First Nations client is primary carer to her three children. Client is experiencing financial hardship due to the rising cost of living. Client is left with a very small amount of funds after paying rent. Client is currently actively looking for an affordable rental option. Client has sought support from emergency relief in the area she resides however has not been successful in connecting with the service due to the high volume of demand on the limited days they are open. Client has identified adverse impacts to her mental health due to current financial stress and the full-time care responsibility of two of her children with limited informal support in the area. Client is currently being supported to access specialists for one of her children due to concern of behaviors that impact her child being able to attend childcare. Client's home is partly furnished, client requires mattresses for her children, draws and a dinner table. Vouchers for groceries and fuel would provide some relief