Paul’s life has been marked by significant challenges, starting with a difficult birth that left him with severe epilepsy and hearing loss in one ear. His childhood was further complicated by his parents’ divorce when he was seven, his father’s alcoholism, and his mother’s struggle to financially support the family. Despite his potential in academics […]
Michael – Fighting For Survival In A Cold Winter
In Hamburg, Michael Fischer finds himself braving the coldest winter on record since twenty years ago. With no place to call home, each day is a test of survival. He navigates the icy streets, seeking shelter wherever he can – under bridges, in alleys, or in the occasional warmth of a charity shelter. One particularly […]
John – Homeless During The Holidays
In honor of the holidays, this story is about how a homeless man in Munich experiences them. The streets of his city, usually harsh and unforgiving, take on a different hue during Christmas. John, a homeless individual since 2017 due to tragic life events, finds this time of year particularly challenging yet heartwarming. He talks […]
Alex – An Unfortunate Turn Of Events
In the heart of Vienna, a story unfolds about Alex Hartmann, a man who once found himself without a home but emerged with a new purpose. Raised in a modest neighborhood, Alex’s early life was unremarkable. He worked diligently in the shipping industry, only to be struck by unemployment’s harsh blow. In 2003, life took […]
Tina and Annabelle – The Death Of Their Mother
Grace was a single mother who gave her two kids, Tina and Annabelle, her wholehearted attention. A devastating illness claimed Grace’s life, leaving her devastated children to navigate life without the pillar of support that had held their world together. Their mother’s passing was not only terribly upsetting emotionally, but it was also financially disastrous. […]
Chloe – Housing Too Expensive For A Student
Chloe enrolled in the nearby institution with the intention of achieving her ambitions of a better future for herself. But the skyrocketing cost of housing in the metropolis would soon put her in an unforeseen and difficult circumstance. A conscientious student who worked a part-time job, Chloe first managed to rent a modest apartment close […]
Rita – Housing Market
Rita worked diligently and had been employed by a local computer business for a long time. But when the city’s housing market exploded and the cost of living became unaffordable even for those with steady jobs, Rita’s life took an unexpected turn. Rita had been able to afford a modest flat in the center of […]
Thomas – A Tragic Diagnosis
A guy by the name of Thomas resided in a small community. He had been a self-employed mechanic enjoying the simplicity of repairing engines and assisting his neighbors in maintaining the reliability of their vehicles. He purchased a small repair shop and took out a loan in the process. But when Thomas received a serious […]
Richard and Maria – Low Income
Hardworking but low-paid laborer Richard and his wife Maria tried their best to support their two kids, Linda and Jake. The family was barely able to avoid poverty despite their best efforts. Richard was working in a nearby plant, and his pay was not enough to meet their need. The escalating expenses for rent, food, […]
Charles – Addiction
Charles used to be a prosperous businessman with a lovely family. However, when he fell victim to addiction, his life took an unpredictable turn. His plunge into destitution brought him a face-wrenching experience. Following a serious back injury, Charles’s journey into addiction started out innocently enough with prescription medications. His early relaxation from the physical […]