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HELP ME PLZ!!!

mjsmommy07 started this conversation
Apr 27, 2009

I know there are a million different people on here looking for some sort of financial help and my post will probably not get much attention if any at all. But I figured I would try. I have a husband who just got home from the army and he only has a job where he works 18 hours a week and I am currently unemployeed because I am 5 months pregnant and I have a 2 year old daughter that I take care of. I am currently trying to go to school to try and better our lives in the future but right now times are so tough. I dont know what my husband and I are going to do because we have no money to pay bills or even pay rent. If anyone can actually help or give me advice, and not try and scam me that would be great. Trust me if you try to scam me you wont be getting any money out of my I am already broke.  PLEASE HELP SOMEBODY!!!

Thanks

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marcy25
May 1, 2009

Every state is different, but here are some things you might try...

 

  Public assistance--food stamps and TANF--people are often too embarassed to ask, but we ALL pay taxes to support these programs, don't be afraid to use them!!   

  In my area, we can go to our township trustee for cash assistance. It usually isn't much, but every little bit helps.   

  Also try Salvation Army, United Way and look for an advocacy center in your area.   There are agencies everywhere that help with the things you are talking about.  It takes a few phone calls to get the ball rolling.      

Call your landlord and the people you have bills with and see if they will work with you.   There are usually agencies that will help with utilities--your utility company should be able to direct you.     Getting help is often a full time job in itself, but help is out there...   you just have to be willing to look for it.

 

Good Luck to You!!!

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Rosie327
Apr 27, 2009

Sadly so many families are in your position.  Wish I could send you some $$!!  Here are some ideas for you, maybe they will spark something you hadn't thought of before. 

Many people here on Aidpage have good results from www.modestneeds.org

Check out your local Craig's List in the free section for items for your household or for your kids - the money you save on gettin gitems for free can be used to pay other bills.  You can also check out www.givingaway.com and your local freecycle.

Check out my pages on raising cash fast and getting stuff for free.

Are you on bedrest?  If not, maybe you could babysit in your home. You would bring in some money and your daughter would have a playmate.

Can your hubby get a second job?

Hope that helps!  Rosie

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