Growing Up Poor: Breadline Kids | ENDEVR Documentary

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  @ENDEVRDocs · 3 years ago · pinned

  Amid the gowned scholars of Cambridge, Courtney and her family struggle to stay afloat. Fleeing from violence they became trapped in a vicious circle of poverty, made worse by delays in Universal Credit payments. Despite all this, Courtney remains optimistic and resilient.<br><br>In rural Suffolk, 15-year-old Danielle’s life was turned upside down following a breakdown in her parents’ relationship and subsequent loss of their jobs. They had to move out of the family home into temporary accommodation, and she now has to live and study in a cramped temporary one-room bedsit. <br><br>And in the idyllic coastal town of Morecambe Bay, 10-year-old Rose’s family is part of the growing number of working poor.

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  @absolutetruth3290 · 3 years ago

  I was raised poor. But I watched my mother closely. She made very bad decisions. Got into relationships quickly with men she didn’t really know. She was always either leaving or starting over. I left home at age 18. I did not repeat her mistakes. I did great on life. Watch your decisions. They will take you down.

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  @rebeccaackerman1021 · 3 years ago

  Child hunger should never happen no matter the reason or why. My heart hurts for these children.

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  @martinblack781 · 3 years ago

  Courtney is the most intelligent and well rounded 8 years old i have ever seen! She is like the voice of reason in that family. God bless her.

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  @fiinnii · 3 years ago

  &quot; everyone is equal...apparently &quot; &nbsp;- that statement from the little girl is quite powerful when you start to think about it.

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  @giovanapc1 · 3 years ago

  While dumping adult issues on a child isn&apos;t ideal, Courtney&apos;s mum seems to be very good at explaining things to her in a way she understands and that allows her to get involved in her own way -- kids don&apos;t like not knowing what&apos;s going on. I think she&apos;s doing a great job raising that little girl and I hope she grows up to be an equally smart and conscientious woman.

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  @shadesofshea · 2 years ago

  I’m born and raised in Brooklyn NY. When my mom was alive, we lived well. Always had food, clothes, love, nice place to live, family time etc. After she passed away, was when I experienced poverty due to my father not picking up where my mom left off but instead got addicted to crack. I learned to deal with starving, being cold and left alone when he would go on his 3 day crack binge. I hated it! Now I have my own children and family,thank God that we are able to provide for them.

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  @Puddycat58 · 3 years ago

  One of the biggest reasons I didn’t want to have a child. We can barely support ourselves, let alone a baby. This breaks my heart . I’m not against having kids, this was just our choice

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  @mgreen1206 · 3 years ago

  As a mental health nurse I was impressed with the way Courtney’s mum explained to her the effects of her mental illness. She gave correct facts whilst making it easy to understand. Kids like Courtney who are curious and intelligent are better off being told what’s going on in an age appropriate way as when info is withheld they often think the worse which is quiet often now where near as bad as what is happening in reality

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  @michpratt1 · 3 years ago

  Omg🥺☹️when that sweet little boy said him sleeping in the corner of the room with dad &amp; “It’s not the best but at least I have a roof over my head. It’s just the way my life is going”. That got me right in the heart. I hope he is successful and happy.

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  @lebellees-double-you2827 · 3 years ago

  This was my childhood. Struggling between heat or eat. Dad disappeared and left us with nothing while mum worked two jobs to survive. I won a place at University, emigrated to the States and never looked back. Now in my late 30s, watching this just haunts me. Brings back bad memories. All I can say, is never give up hope

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  @shelleyesler5245 · 3 years ago

  I really felt for the teenager trying to study but not having adequate study space, nor food. She seemed so stressed by elements out of her control. I remember similar struggles; it&apos;s hard to focus when you are hungry. Then there is the emotional impact your parents inadequacies have on you...its too much. I just wish I could hug her and tell her it&apos;s not her fault.

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