Mike’s Story

In the last year, Mike needed to take an extended period of time off work. This situation depleted his sick pay, leading to a significant reduction in his income which meant he struggled to keep up with essential bill payments, leading to mounting debts. The stress of his financial situation caused Mike to suffer from depression and anxiety and he didn’t know what to do next.

After getting in touch with GroceryAid, we stepped in to support Mike by connecting him with our partner, StepChange, who provided him with debt advice and helped him establish a debt management plan. Additionally, GroceryAid offered a financial grant to help ease his monthly payments. To help with his anxiety and depression, we suggested that Mike call the GroceryAid Helpline, who provided him with structured counselling to address his mental health issues. This holistic approach enabled Mike to regain control over his finances and start his journey toward emotional wellbeing.

If you find yourself struggling with debt, GroceryAid can help. Find out more about our free and confidential debt advice here.