Jane’s Story: ‘I Was Going Without Food So My Son Could Eat’

Jane is a cleaner, a mum, and someone who has always tried to give back, even when she was struggling herself. After breaking both wrists, Jane was signed off work and suddenly trying to survive on £21.31 in sick pay. Bills kept coming. Wages didn’t. Food became something she went without so her son didn’t have to. In this short documentary, Jane speaks honestly about depression, anxiety, the shame of asking for help, and the moment she finally reached out to a food bank after weeks of telling herself she should cope alone. She also shares what it meant to be listened to, without judgement, and to find a place that felt safe when everything else felt overwhelming. This film is about resilience and the quiet strength it takes to admit you need help. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. Support exists, and asking for help is not failure.