Summary
Families in Coventry, England, are facing difficulties due to rising food prices. A social supermarket called the Grub Hub provides discounted food parcels to help families. It serves as vital support for parents who struggle to feed their children, especially when school meals are unavailable.
Key Facts
- The Grub Hub in Coventry offers discounted food packages to families.
- Rising food costs have made it hard for families to buy enough food.
- Parents describe the lack of school meals during breaks as a serious problem.
- Claire, a parent, often skips meals so her children can eat.
- Precious, another parent, initially felt embarrassed using the service but now values the community there.
- Users pay a small membership fee for discounted groceries to feel like they are contributing.
- Diane Williams, from Moathouse Community Trust, said many families are finding it tough due to increased food prices.
- The charity plans to provide food and activities for children during the summer.
