Your stories
Everyone goes through challenges, but you don’t have to face those challenges alone. See what a difference it makes to have some support from your Foothold community.
You're not alone
You might feel like you’re alone – but you’re not. Your Foothold community is here for you. See how we’ve supported other members of the community through their challenges.
This money will cover all our everyday expenses until the government funding kicks in or we can start working again. I think it’s just brilliant that there is somebody giving this kind of support.Simon Gaze View story
I feel like I have a safety net which reassures me massively. We still have stressful days, but I can manage them so much better than before.Steph Phillips View story
The way we have dealt with the last 12 months is with a positive attitude, laughter and not being afraid to ask for help. The financial help Foothold gave us meant less worry over bills and the girls didn’t have to miss out on things.Sharon Monelle View story
I had never been in the hospital in my life. Then, out of the blue, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. After I came back from the hospital, it became clear that I wouldn’t be able to go back to work anytime soon.Alan Monelle View story
Let’s talk support
CEO Jane Petit talks about what Foothold team have been up to during lockdown and what support we're providing to the community
View postMarch CEO update: working from home
CEO Jane Petit looks at how to combat loneliness when working from home and how we can support our community during and after the floods.
View postChanges happening in February – read the latest CEO update
There's a lot of changes happening in February - from new staff to new services. Find out what's been happening in the Foothold community.
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