Hi, my name is Andy and my dog is called Lucky Charm.

In October 2025, I lost my job after five years of dedicated service. This hit me very hard, both emotionally and mentally, as all I have ever tried to do is work hard and do the right thing.

I have ADHD, and the stress from losing my job made my health worse. I’ve been dealing with anxiety, stomach problems, and ongoing stress. I am now looking into being signed off for a short time on mental health grounds so I can properly focus on getting myself better, both mentally and physically.

Before finding work, I went through a very difficult period in my life. I was homeless for a time, living in a tent, and struggling with alcohol. I managed to get sober on my own and worked hard to turn my life around. That led to my job in a kitchen, which I was proud of and committed to. Losing that job was a huge setback, but I am determined not to return to where I was and to keep moving forward.

Normally, I cope by going out on my motorbike, but my bike is no longer working. I bought it many years ago with compensation I received for growing up in care in the Channel Islands, and I simply can’t afford to fix it right now.

After leaving work, I unfortunately went into my overdraft. Despite selling The Big Issue every day and trying my best, the balance never seems to go down. When my benefits come in, they are quickly used to cover basic living costs, and the cycle starts again.

Recently, I had an interview that went well. I was asked what I would do if I could choose any job, and my answer was simple: I want to work with dogs and help rehabilitate them into loving, permanent homes.

This has always been my passion. I have found an online course that would greatly improve my chances of working in this field. Completing this course would mean the world to me and give me real hope for the future.

Ideally, I am trying to raise around £3,000. This would help me clear my immediate debts, pay for the course, and buy a basic laptop so I can complete the online training. If I can also get my bike repaired, I would like to volunteer wherever possible during this time to gain experience (within travelling distance on a small bike).

I have never asked for help like this before, but any support at all would be deeply appreciated. My goal is to start the rest of this year debt-free, less stressed, and actively training for the work I truly care about.

If I’m successful, I would love to share my journey with updates and videos so people can see the progress they’ve helped make possible.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read this.

God bless.