Case study #2: A student struggling with his mental health and other issues
A male undergraduate mature student was helped by LUU with financial and mental health support when he approached us following a rejected application to the Leeds Hardship Fund.
Experiencing feelings of dejection after the initial refusal, he contacted Help & Support to seek emergency financial help in the absence of the grant. Our team provided this, in addition to support with his reapplication to the fund which was later accepted.
The team also identified a need for emotional support, as long term ill health and a recent bereavement had contributed to a decline in the student’s mental health. This was – and continues to be – provided through informal chats and advice as and when he needs it.
He said: “I was grateful to discover the services provided by LUU. During this time, I was dealing with mental and health hardships and the thought of reapplying was just too stressful. However, the advice and support that I received from LUU gave me the encouragement and confidence to reapply, and in addition, they granted me with an emergency hardship fund to sustain my financial situation.”
“The outcome was that my application was successful which resulted in me being in a better place mentally. I no longer have financial anxieties, and I now have the reassurance that I can seek good advice, support and guidance (even out of term time) whenever I feel uncertain about anything.”
If you’re also struggling please contact us at advice@luu.leeds.ac.uk to see how we can help – there are always options to resolve the issue at hand. You can also access 24/7 self-help support on our website – click here to search.
And if it’s simply a friendly face or someone to confide in that you need, we’re here for that too. Remember – there’s no issue too big or small, and the support we provide is free of charge for all.
