Single mother faces eviction, nearly 10,000 euros debt

A single mother in Lithuania is facing a dire financial situation, burdened by nearly 10,000 euros in debt from employment courses and the threat of eviction from her home. Sandra, who lives in the Kaunas region, is raising her 2.5-year-old son alone, with monthly expenses including 350 euros for rent and just over 400 euros in income.

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Every month the debt for housing increases. This month I didn't pay at all because I simply have nothing to pay with. I pay 100 or 150 euros.

Her debt stems from an unfinished accounting course organized by the Employment Service. After failing the final exam, she was unable to reschedule due to her child's illness. This resulted in a debt of over 8,000 euros, which has now escalated to nearly 9,900 euros due to collection by bailiffs. Additionally, she owes almost 800 euros in rent, with the amount increasing monthly, and she has been unable to pay her full rent for some time.

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Since I couldn't pass the final exam the first time, I had to retake it. I coordinated the new exam date a few times, but eventually the child got sick and I had to go to the hospital. I was marked as a no-show, they didn't let me reschedule the exam anymore, and later I received a letter saying I have to return more than 8,000 euros.

Sandra's bank account, containing over 400 euros, is currently frozen. She hopes to retain these funds if she can prove she will receive financial assistance. The father of her child provides no financial support. She is actively seeking employment, but her young son's needs limit her options. She is seeking help through the "Norfai rūpi" (Norfai cares) project, hoping to alleviate her financial burdens.

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My bank account is frozen, it has over 400 euros. If I provide proof that I will receive assistance, maybe they will leave that amount.