Dear Christine,
I am writing to you as my last hope as I do not know where to turn. I had been a resident of a rural parish for about 16 years until I had some issues where I resided due to Hurricane Tomas.
I spoke with my representative who promised to help me, and that’s all I got – empty promises. The house needed some minor repairs prior to Hurricane Tomas, so you would imagine after Tomas, it was in a worse state.
To make a long story short, I vacated the home and went to live with my ageing mother in less ideal conditions in another rural parish.
My mother is a pensioner and still does not have adequate facilities at her home. I do not have to spell out to you what I am talking about. For instance, if you get up in the night to go to the bathroow, it is not a stone’s throw away at all.
I have tried repeatedly to get some kind of assistance, but all to no avail.
I lost my job over a year ago year and this further compounded the issue, as I can no longer look after the needs of myself or my mother. Things are really hard for me.
I have turned to politicians, friends and relatives, sometimes getting little or no help at all. Relatives need help themselves and friends can only help for a while, as they too are facing issues.
I am a hard-working individual who does not believe in sitting around and waiting for handouts. Almost every week I go out in search of employment. I am tired of writing applications but I continue to do so in the hope that I will be successful.
I worked in the private sector and the public sector prior to losing my job. In fact, I worked in Government three years as a temp before I was sent home last year.
Christine, I am now resorting to begging for assistance, as this is my only hope.
What I need urgently is toiletries and food items. I do not want to be a burden on anyone but this is my last resort. Some days it is a struggle for me and my mum to eat. Things are hard, really hard, but I am trusting God would touch the heart of someone and provide assistance for me.
Please see what can be done to help me as I go through this challenging period in my life.
– RP
 Dear RP,
I sincerely hope that Barbadians will respond to your plea for help and assist you in some way, particularly with the toiletries and food items as this is most essential.
If any job offers come my way, you will also be hearing from me. I must tell you though that the calls and letters for jobs increase every week. Keep hope alive. You are not alone in your current situation.
To readers who are willing to help RP, please leave your contact information at telephone number 430-5470.
Thank you!
– CHRISTINE
