The people we have helped

Traian

Traian, a 73-year-old man, was living in homeless accommodation and selling the Big Issue when he first approached Positive Action in Housing for help.

Maricel and Nadia

Living on a low income has become increasingly challenging due to the cost-of-living crisis. Maricel and Nadia struggled to keep up with rent payments and ensure they received the support they were entitled to.

Patience and Benjamin

Patience and her husband, Benjamin, struggled to make ends meet because of the high cost of living and lack of support for asylum seekers

Michael

When Michael contacted Positive Action in Housing, he was isolated and vulnerable to debt collectors due to his mother’s hospitalisation and accumulating arrears

Ahmad

After securing refugee status, Ahmad and his family had struggled to find good interpreters for them to get the support they needed.

The Okwo Family

Henry and his family faced extreme poverty and hardship since seeking asylum in Glasgow. Despite following the rules, the Home Office wrongly informed Henry that he couldn’t work. This led to the family being unable to pay their rent and becoming destitute.

Halyna and Herman

Halyna, 36, and her son Herman, 10, were caught in the midst of the war in Kherson, Eastern Ukraine. As the conflict escalated, they became trapped and their lives were at risk. She reached out to us and after several weeks found the courage to make the journey.

Vlad and Nataliia