IN these times where Warrington Borough Council often gets a bad press, I would like to tell you of my recent experience.
It was one that helped me, put back my faith in people. And this from what is often seen as a faceless organisation that is surrounded by red tape.
In early October through no fault of my own I found myself with nowhere to live, no job, no income and nowhere or nobody to turn to (breakdown of a relationship).
I was lucky to be able to sofa surf at various friends’ homes, in exchange for the bed I helped with household chores, one of them being the weekly visit to the launderette.
While there I saw a poster on the wall advertising a job club run by Warrington Borough Council, which promised all my immediate problems would be sorted, benefits, housing, job.
I phoned and arranged to meet a lady called Tracy. I explained I had no money for the bus to get to the venue, and she arranged to come to me at the local cafe. We had a lovely chat, she explained what she could do, how she could help me and what my entitlements were, and what other services I could access.
Fast forward two months on.
Warrington Borough Council kept its word, Tracy helped with my benefit forms, got me on some training courses, helped me with a CV, registered me with job agencies and even took me to an interview, offered me advice and coaching skills.
And best of all I have a flat which is my own home and I am so looking forward to a happy Christmas and a positive future in the new year. I am full of confidence, ready to start full time employment on January 6.
Once again thank you Warrington council for providing this service.
JENNY HUGHES
Warrington
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