The increase cost in energy prices and the general cost of living is driving many families to debt
It's led to mounting debt for the family as Dave's income is stagnant despite the costs rising.Helen said:"I don't have extra money. I work full-time but as a single parent, I don't have additional funds. So anything extra goes on credit cards and then every three or four years that's converted into a consolidation loan.
Some of the unavoidable extra costs she faces include higher insurance rates, having to rely on taxis due to the inaccessibility of public transport and tailoring clothes to fit her.Shani told Sky News these basic needs are becoming unaffordable for many. "My biggest fear is that more disabled people fall into poverty and not have a way to get out of it because your capacity to get out of poverty is largely based on your capability to work. Disabled people are twice as likely to be unemployed."Worst of food price rises 'yet to come' - Tesco bossCharities like Disability Rights UK and Scope want to see targeted support to help disabled people with the rising cost of living.
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