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Financial Advocacy &
Debt-Related Support Letters

Support Letters for Debt Relief,

Financial Hardship, and Advocacy

We help individuals facing financial strain access support, negotiate with creditors, and explain their hardship with dignity and professionalism.

What Is a Financial Advocacy or Hardship Letter?

A financial advocacy letter explains personal and economic challenges such as debt, income loss, or housing risks. It’s used to request leniency, payment relief, or support from creditors, landlords, or agencies.

These letters can help with emergency funding, utility appeals, or assistance claims. At CareBridge, we craft clear, personalized letters that professionally communicate your needs and circumstances.

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Common Reasons People
Request This Letter

🏠

Risk of Eviction

Due to unpaid rent and housing instability

💡

Utility Disconnections

Preventing essential

service shutoffs

💳

Debt Collections

Managing overdue debts

and legal pressure

🩺

Disability Impact

When health prevents

ability to work or pay

🧾

Benefit Interruptions

Delays in social

assistance or benefits

🚫

Collections Pressure

Credit cards and

payday loan issues

🧍‍♂️

Income Loss

Due to separation,

illness, or caregiving

🧠

Mental Health Impact

Emotional toll

of financial stress

These letters help present your situation in a respectful, non-judgmental way to decision-makers or authorities.

What's Included in a
Financial Advocacy Letter

1. Intake & Hardship Assessment

Comprehensive understanding of your financial situation

2. Income & Expense Analysis

Clear description of financial stressors and challenges

3. Contextual Factors

Mental, emotional, or medical context when relevant

4. Professional Letter

Clear written letter delivered in Word and PDF format

5. Revisions Included

Up to 2 revisions to ensure accuracy

6. Confidentiality Guaranteed

Strict privacy and confidentiality protection

📆 5–7 day standard turnaround
⏱️ 48-hour urgent option available

Our Process

1

Book a Free Consultation

Share your situation briefly

and confidentially

3

We Draft Your Letter

Based on your information

and target audience

2

Complete Our
Intake Form

Secure, private, and

guided process

4

You Review & Approve

We'll revise if needed to

ensure perfection

Transparent Pricing

We offer flexible pricing for low-income clients.

Ask us about payment options or bundles.

This Service Helps People Who Are

🏠

Facing eviction or utility shutoff due to late payment

⚖️

Dealing with legal issues like child support or spousal debt

📝

Unsure how to clearly explain their hardship in writing

😞

Feeling overwhelmed and not sure where to start

📑

Needing help gathering documents for grants, loans, or rental assistance

💊

Managing debt while dealing with illness, disability, or caregiving responsibilities

What Our Clients Say

The financial letter helped me get a 3-month rent deferral and avoid eviction while waiting for my benefits to restart. Thank you!

— J.G., Calgary

FAQs 

Can this letter help me avoid eviction or collections?

Yes, many clients use it to negotiate with landlords, creditors, or utility companies. We cannot guarantee outcomes, but a clear letter often helps delay or reduce pressure.

Can a social worker or support worker request the letter for a client?

Absolutely. We can collaborate with your support team or write on their behalf with consent.

Will this impact my credit?

No — this is a support document, not a legal or financial product. It may help prevent credit damage by showing good-faith effort.
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Need Help Explaining Your
Financial Struggles?

You don't have to go through this alone. We help you express your situation with clarity and care — whether you're trying to keep the lights on, protect your housing, or access benefits.

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