I was a resident at Vita Student Birmingham (Pebble Mill) during a very difficult time in my life. I had signed a contract hoping to continue my studies, but due to a series of serious mental health issues — including being placed on medication and dealing with emotional trauma — I was forced to withdraw from university. I informed Vita of my condition early on and submitted medical evidence, emails, and personal statements to show how much I was struggling.While Vita did place my account on temporary hold (STA), I received very little ongoing support. I asked repeatedly for help finding a replacement tenant, but the process was made confusing and emotionally overwhelming. Despite explaining my situation in detail, my hold was recently removed, and I’m now being pressured to pay the remaining balance of over £6,000 — something I simply cannot afford, both financially and emotionally.What’s more upsetting is that I feel Vita did not treat me with the compassion or understanding they promise in their marketing. This wasn’t just a missed payment — this was a health crisis. I tried to resolve things calmly and respectfully, but their system feels rigid and unforgiving, especially for vulnerable students.If you’re an international student or someone without a support network in the UK, please be cautious before signing a contract with Vita. They might offer nice buildings, but when real life hits, their support doesn’t always match the glossy image.
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