Stories from our automotive family
Automotive people we've helped
These are personal stories shared by people who work, or have worked, in the automotive industry. These people came to Ben when things got too much and they needed some help to get them back on track. Life can be tough and sometimes we all need some extra support to get us through.
Thank you to the amazing people who share their stories – you inspire and encourage other people, by letting them know it’s OK to ask for help.
And, thank you to our incredible fundraisers. Without you, people like Dan, Sarah & thousands of other people would be struggling on their own. We couldn’t do what we do without your support.
Read & watch their stories...
Chris' story
Chris came to Ben when he was dealing with some complex family issues and needed support
Charlie's story
Charlie was struggling with his mental health after losing his Aunt, his relationship breaking down and finding out his beloved dog had cancer...
Noel's story
Noel’s partner was diagnosed with a brain tumour and they were left struggling to pay their mortgage and bills
Tom's story - Arthritis sucks
When I was a teenager, I had growing pains. Some days I struggled to walk. Or get out of bed.
John's story
John was struggling to pay his rent after suffering two strokes which left him unable to work
Robin's story
Robin had no symptoms when he discovered he had prostate cancer, after having tests done for an unrelated illness. He's raising awareness that early detection has good outcomes.
Lucy's story
Lucy’s relationship breakdown left her as a single parent who was struggling to make ends meet
Kayleigh's story
Kayleigh came to Ben when she felt lost and needed support after a personal situation had left her full of self-doubt…
Mike K's story
In February 2023, Mike was diagnosed with leukaemia and went through two gruelling rounds of chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant, as well as suffering with two sepsis infections and a serious fall in hospital.
Susan's story
Susan was feeling lost and anxious when she turned to Ben