“I was referred to DRC by my Mental Health Support Worker, and started going to the regular Job Clubon a Thursday. That was 9 years ago, and since then I have been in regular contact with the centre.  Most recently, I completed the Money Matters course and received a Level 1 qualification in personal budgeting skills and IT skills!

I really enjoyed being part of the group, meeting new people and making new friends. It’s also helped me save money.  When we were learning to budget, I realised how much of my money I was spending on cigarettes. It’s given me the motivation to quit smoking!

As part of the course, we had to complete Portfolio and Tracking Sheets, and I started to help some of the other learners with theirs. I was delighted when DRC asked me to become a volunteer! I now help the IT tutor with the new courses, and come in every Wednesday to help with the admin tasks for the group.

I’m so pleased I signed up for Money Matters.  I have found it very interesting and enjoyable, and have gained a number of new skills and useful information whilst on the course”.

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