"I had no idea there was somewhere like this to go. I was always frightened to leave, because my English was so bad, but then he started on Abdi, so I knew it was time to go. Finsbury Park Homeless Families found someone who spoke my language and sorted everything out. We were in a hostel for 3 months but then eventually we got a flat. Just the three of us. They even helped us get money for a fridge. I feel like my life has started again." Adity, 23, who finally found the courage to flee domestic violence

"When Dad died we ended up having to move out because Mum couldn't work. We all sleep in the same bed. There is nowhere to play and Mum shouts a lot. I like the playscheme because I get to play football and eat toast." Barra, Aged 8

 

"Our landlord is want to put up rent very much, but we been many years, so is not possible. One night four people come and ring bell and smash door. My children scared. My son has school exams next day, but no sleeping. Not good in exams. We now very scared. nowehere else to go. No house else." Nateha, 43, Mother

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