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padronpepper · 28/09/2025 17:59

Did posters send you money @JenNtonic

ERthree · 28/09/2025 17:56

So glad you found help x

Gwenhwyfar · 28/09/2025 17:41

Sgcloset · 28/09/2025 10:14

Just saying you're in S Wales isn’t going to help if you need suggestions for something very close to you…

I knew she was in Cardiff. Cardiff people often see south Wales as just the Cardiff area :)

SmudgeButt · 28/09/2025 17:35

googling community fridge in Cardiff gave me this result. No idea how close it would be to you but they open at 10 am tomorrow.

ACE, Dusty Forge, 460 Cowbridge Road West, Ely, Cardiff CF55BZ

Community Fridge Network

https://communityfridgemap.org.uk/51.4737016,-3.2557424/recyC376jRxnWe3jE?q=Dusty+Forge+Community+Fridge+-+Action+in+Caerau+and+Ely&filters=fresh_produce%2Cfrozen_food%2Ccupboard_items

LakieLady · 28/09/2025 17:20

This thread shows Mumsnet at its best: really helpful suggestions and no unpleasantness. 😊

Really hope you get things sorted OP.

sleeppleasesoon · 28/09/2025 17:15

Dusty Forge in Ely offer a free hot meal on Monday evenings.

TinkyWinkyWonky · 28/09/2025 16:38

https://fivesurveys.com/register?ref=9b764ee8-b9a4-4e19-8bea-ab8074e49a52
Another useful survey site,£5 for every 5 surveys with an instant PayPal cash out x

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https://fivesurveys.com/register?ref=9b764ee8-b9a4-4e19-8bea-ab8074e49a52

Haveaproperty · 28/09/2025 16:36

Can you sell any gold? I sold two odd earings the other day and got a few quid.
How able bodied are you? I think if I was on your position I would walk out my house and knock on doors and see if anyone needed a driveway sweeping maybe for a fiver.
Also online surveys but you wont get rhe cash straight away. I make at least 50 quid a month doing them.
The food apps are good. I think its called olio.

nomas · 28/09/2025 16:31

JenNtonic · 28/09/2025 11:11

You lot are flipping amazing xx I’m all sorted and honestly, endless gratitude for your support and ideas and everything xx we’re not all scammers some of us are genuinely in need of help. You’ve literally saved me and thank you xx

Very pleased for you, OP. What help did you find?

Elleherd · 28/09/2025 16:27

GertrudePerkinsPaperyThing · 28/09/2025 15:10

I’m really glad you’ve got sorted OP.

Slightly off topic, but the number of people suggesting the Sikh temple shows how brilliant multi culturalism is for our countries.

Yes.🙂 Well observed.

Jenkibubble · 28/09/2025 16:13

JenNtonic · 28/09/2025 10:11

Hi everyone. Hope all’s well.
over the past week, nearly two I’ve worked my way through all of our food.
please note this isn’t begging. I’ve had to pay for an emergency regarding my son that was unavoidable. I should add that he is now with his father so it’s just me in the house.
I have £1.27 electric which I know won’t go until 9am tomorrow.
I have googled Trussell trust and church feeds but none are over my end of the city.
I have even gone through the rice, the custard, just everything. Does anyone know of an emergency food service /bank that delivers or that I could walk to, that’s open on a Sunday ? I will take and accept anything I feel really quite ill now.
I get paid on the 3rd (Fri) so it’s just a tiny bit longer but I’ve been hungry for about 2 weeks now. I’m in south Wales
I know it’s my fault for not saving etc but I’ve been off my anti depressants the last two months and evidently, it was too soon as I’m not coping.
any advice gratefully received and thanks in advance to all xX

Have you tried posting on your local Facebook grouo
i have seen posts on our local one and the community have rallied around
There is Olio app as well which offers free food

Self blame won’t helo
all the best

spiderlight · 28/09/2025 15:58

If you can get to Chapter, there's a community pantry just inside the main entrance.

NotARealWookiie · 28/09/2025 15:48

NotARealWookiie · 28/09/2025 12:12

I did qmee surveys on my phone and it didn’t take long to earn £10 just in spare time. Maybe a week but if you sat and did it for a day you could earn a bit - then you could get some cheap bread/milk and pasta etc to eke out.

Since posting this I have done a few surveys and earned £6 which is now in my PayPal account. Obviously OP definitely needs all of the foodbanks and support advised but when things are this dire a few quid can also make a big difference so worth doing and if you’re struggling with mental health etc it’s not too taxing xx

Pomegranatecarnage · 28/09/2025 15:25

Please send me a message if you’re struggling on Tuesday. Riverside Community Centre have a pantry, it’s £6 for a shop and you get loads.

Pomegranatecarnage · 28/09/2025 15:24

JenNtonic · 28/09/2025 10:15

Right you are. I’m In Cardiff West

I live in Cardiff West. Try the Dusty Forge. They have a food bank.

Daygloboo · 28/09/2025 15:17

JenNtonic · 28/09/2025 10:11

Hi everyone. Hope all’s well.
over the past week, nearly two I’ve worked my way through all of our food.
please note this isn’t begging. I’ve had to pay for an emergency regarding my son that was unavoidable. I should add that he is now with his father so it’s just me in the house.
I have £1.27 electric which I know won’t go until 9am tomorrow.
I have googled Trussell trust and church feeds but none are over my end of the city.
I have even gone through the rice, the custard, just everything. Does anyone know of an emergency food service /bank that delivers or that I could walk to, that’s open on a Sunday ? I will take and accept anything I feel really quite ill now.
I get paid on the 3rd (Fri) so it’s just a tiny bit longer but I’ve been hungry for about 2 weeks now. I’m in south Wales
I know it’s my fault for not saving etc but I’ve been off my anti depressants the last two months and evidently, it was too soon as I’m not coping.
any advice gratefully received and thanks in advance to all xX

Have you got s kindly neighbour you could explain the situation to....even ifvyou only got dome soup and bread or something

GertrudePerkinsPaperyThing · 28/09/2025 15:10

I’m really glad you’ve got sorted OP.

Slightly off topic, but the number of people suggesting the Sikh temple shows how brilliant multi culturalism is for our countries.

NigelFaragesBackside · 28/09/2025 15:02

AzureCats · 28/09/2025 10:30

I was going to suggest this. There's a Sikh temple on Ninian Park Road. Also a few others further east of the city on Google maps. Good luck op.

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This. Sikh Temples, especially in large towns and cities will offer meals to anyone calling in. They will not try to proselytise you in any way. Hospitality to strangers is a part of their culture.

Nanatobethatsme46 · 28/09/2025 14:45

JenNtonic · 28/09/2025 11:11

You lot are flipping amazing xx I’m all sorted and honestly, endless gratitude for your support and ideas and everything xx we’re not all scammers some of us are genuinely in need of help. You’ve literally saved me and thank you xx

Well done for asking for help it takes alot of courage , glad you are sorted and continue to accept help to get you back on track

Charlize43 · 28/09/2025 14:41

Please try asking at your local supermarkets. They may have food they can't sell because of the sell by date that they can give you.

I sympathise as I was in your shoes during Covid after losing my job. I remember have to live on 40p packets of custard creams as it was all I could afford and having to walk everywhere in order to save the £1.50 bus fare. One time I broke down in tears at the checkout in Aldi because I suddenly found myself not having enough money to pay for my shopping. The situation seemed hopeless. An older gentleman behind me suddenly handed his credit card to the cashier and said 'I'll pay for this woman's shopping.' Don't give up hope. There is kindness in this world.

Now I am working and everything has turned around and those days are behind me.

I wish you love and luck. Chin up. You'll come out of this.

SnugglyJumpersMakeItBetter · 28/09/2025 14:40

Sorry, I see you updated to say you're sorted. Good!

SnugglyJumpersMakeItBetter · 28/09/2025 14:39

My GP surgery collects food for those in need. Maybe give yours a ring tomorrow? Meanwhile I'm sure a neighbour will be able to loan you a couple of tins - you can replace them when you get your money.

Timeforanupdate · 28/09/2025 14:31

JenNtonic · 28/09/2025 11:11

You lot are flipping amazing xx I’m all sorted and honestly, endless gratitude for your support and ideas and everything xx we’re not all scammers some of us are genuinely in need of help. You’ve literally saved me and thank you xx

Pleased you are ok.

What have you managed to access?
Useful for others and there may be advice here to guide you in the longer term, once today is over.

HoneyPie12 · 28/09/2025 14:21

FaceBothered · 28/09/2025 14:15

Have you only read the opening post??

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Just the first 2 pages of comments that loaded on my phone I think xx

Coffeetime25 · 28/09/2025 14:21

ring your electric company and explain circus they have to help out
can child stay at dads untill things are better or does he live there p[ermantly
also ring out of hours social services or doctor ads out of hours doctor can also do emergency referral
also this gonna sound harsh but did you know your circumstances on Friday surely you could have sourced help then
moist churches have a food bank may he;lp out in an emergency I would pop along to a service and ask for help