Is there a stigma in using a local foodbank?
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Let’s face it, we are all feeling the pinch in the pocket with the rising costs of living. Yes, we have had help with utility bills, but there are the everyday rising costs to consider.
Whilst the cost of fuel, heating and electric appears to have slowed, consumers are still noticing increases to the price of food items.
In the last couple of years, foodbanks have sprung up across the borough and more and more people having to find ways to make ends meet local foodbanks are seeing a flurry of people turning to their service for help.
But for many, there is still a stigma attached to the word ‘foodbank’.
Putting food on the table is an essential; a bare minimum. Finding yourself in a position where you simply don’t have the income to feed yourself or your family is a hard pill to swallow.
But, this is the very reason why foodbanks exist. The hope would be that using a foodbank would be a welcome solution to a temporary problem and that - with a little help and support - an individual will soon find themselves better able to manage financially.
In the meantime - do not go hungry. There is no shame in asking for help.
Related: Here’s a thought provoking article we covered in 2016 on this very issue
“These are proud individuals who don’t want to be there, who don’t want to ask for hand-outs but have now exhausted all other options.”
Of course the problem is not discriminatory with our four legged family members also finding out.
Related: Portadown Pet Food Bank set up to help dog/cat owners amid cost-of-living crisis
Donna Whitten started the Portadown Pet Food Bank on December 9, last year, after she saw that there was a need in the local community, as many owners found that they could not afford to look after their pets.
If you are struggling to afford food at this time please look for help Community Advice Armagh 02837524041. Advice NI 0808 802 0020
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