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Financial Assistance Info for Single-Parent/Low-Income Families

Financial assistance for low income families.

The number of single-parent families continues to increase
Financial assistance programs are available from all levels of the government, as well as private organizations
Receiving aid can be humbling experience, but helps families meet basic needs

It's no secret that single-parent families have been on the rise over the past several decades. It's also no secret that higher education costs have raised dramatically as well.

Statistics About Single-Parent Families

Going to college is not necessarily a privilege as once considered in the past, but rather a necessity to gain employment to survive.

According to the National Center for Children in Poverty, single-parent families are more than twice as likely to be considered low-income as two-parent families. As of 2007, 12.8 million children live in household with income below the poverty level.

Low income and the one-parent family is a frustrating combination for attending college. While federal and/or state financial aid is available for these students, the amount of grants and loans have not kept up with the rising cost of higher education.

Although all types of families must make concessions for the student or parent to attend college, one-parent families usually have extremely limited income and no assets to assist with college expenses.

However, there are a number of resources available to low-income, one-parent families which may help with family income.

First, let's take a look at the statistics. According to a 2007 article in DivorceMagazine.com, the total number of single fathers raising children under age 18 is 1,355,000, and total number of single mothers raising children under age 18 is 5,714,000 as of 2002, the most recent information available.

This is a staggering number of single-parent families with children under the age of 18. These children, and often the parent, dream of going to college. But how can they afford it?

Managing the Budget for a Single-parent Family

Aid for Education

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is one source for federal and/or state funding. By completing the FAFSA, the student (whether child or parent) is applying for the Federal Pell Grant, Federal student loans (Stafford or Direct Lending), and Campus-Based aid (Federal Work Study, Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant, Perkins Loan).

With the exception of the student loans, all aid is need-based. These are all excellent opportunities for financial assistance and should be utilized, but it usually is not enough to cover tuition, fees, books, and living expenses, etc.

A parent attending college is most likely applying as an independent student and has the availability for additional loan resources, but there are other avenues that can be taken to avoid borrowing extreme amounts.

These other options are outside the realm of financial aid, but can assist families with reducing personal costs, thereby taking advantage of programs that may increase discretionary income.

Write Down Spending Habits

First and foremost, sacrifices must be made. As with any family with a college student, discretionary income must be spent frugally.

To determine whether overspending can be eliminated, get a notebook and keep a journal of all expenses for at least three months. Then review expenses to see where cuts can be made.

Obviously, food and shelter cannot be compromised, but skip the McDonald's and cook a meal. Forget upgrading to the national cell phone plan and go with the basic if it meets your needs.

Criticism and judgment is not the objective here. Reducing unnecessary costs can mean money in your pocket.

Aid for Medical Insurance

Besides personal sacrifices, there are a number of federal programs that may assist low-income, one-parent families in reducing household expenses.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), through their Insure Kids Now! Program, offers free or low-cost child health insurance to families who qualify and do not have health insurance for their children.

Each state is different, so to determine if you qualify, call 1-877-KIDS-NOW or go to their Web site. Even paying a small amount for insurance can increase disposable income in the long run by reducing payments for expensive doctor and/or hospital visits.

Aid for Heating and Cooling Bills

The DHHS also offers program benefits for low-income families to help with heating and cooling costs.

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is designed to help families with elderly residents or small children, and households where income is low but energy costs are high, and health and safety risks arise if bills are not paid. Again, each state has their own application and qualifications, so to see if you qualify for assistance with your heating and cooling expenses.

Help Paying for the Essentials

The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is available to parent(s) with children who cannot provide for the family's basic needs. TANF carries the slang term of welfare, but don't be embarrassed.

While trying to better yourself by getting an education, take advantage of this assistance if you qualify because the assistance is time-limited. TANF was created from the Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) under President Clinton in 1996. States have been accorded their own rules and budget for awarding assistance, so check with your local or county human services office.

Aid for Housing

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has developed a program to increase home ownership and affordable housing through its HUD program. There are income limits for families to qualify for HUD, or Section 8.

By qualifying for HUD, a parent may have reduced rental costs for apartment or public housing. Besides the federal programs, your state may also offer living assistance.

Organizations Helping Single Mothers

CoAbode

In addition to federal programs, there are a number of private organizations that offer assistance to single-parent or low-income families. CoAbode offers shared housing for mothers to reduce the cost of living expenses.

Basically, CoAbode helps single mothers find roommates with other single mothers to share expenses, thus increasing disposable income. Remember the television show Kate and Allie from the 80's? This is the same as that show. CoAbode claims to reduce housing costs by one-half, as well as place children in a safer school district.

Sunshine Lady Foundation

The Sunshine Lady Foundation offers the Women's Independence Scholarship Program to help survivors of domestic violence. Their goal is to provide this scholarship for women of domestic violence who want to get an education at any type of college, whether full or part time. Their goal is to help women gain employment and personal independence.

Resources in the Community

2-1-1

Heard of 2-1-1? It's a free service for the community to access services such as food banks, utility assistance, housing, child care, etc, in your area.

Some states already have this service, but it is estimated that by 2008, 80% of states will have this available. You can check to see if your state has this by calling 2-1-1.

Food Banks

Do not forget to consider food banks as a resource for reducing living costs.

Resell Shops

Also, utilize resell shops in your area for great bargains on good clothes. Don't feel ashamed to buy from resale shops or even budget stores such as the Salvation Army or Goodwill.

Some of the best clothes at the cheapest prices can be found in these stores! Another great resource is Freecycle.org. A national program, the network is broken down by county or town.

Everything listed is FREE. Members can either post an item to give away, or post a "want" to find something needed.

Young Men's Christian Association & Young Women's Christian Association

If you are in need of shelter, find your local Y. The YMCA or YWCA provides temporary and permanent shelter to spouses with children, especially those who are escaping a dangerous or abusing situation. They also have employment services, job training, and literacy programs available to those who need it.

Tax Refunds

One last comment is to take advantage of tax credits.

It may require going to a tax preparer, but many families, especially low-income or single-parents, don't realize they can benefit from:

Earned Income Credit,
Child Tax Credit (if child is under age 17),
Education Credits,
educational loan interest paid,
or educational credits such as the Hope Credit or Lifetime Learning Credit.

Any one of these could significantly increase a tax refund. Often, there are free tax advisors available in towns or on college campuses that can help students if a tax preparer is not affordable.

Starting Your Search

These are a few resources out there for single-parent and/or low-income families. This is definitely not the limit. Start with local resources like your human services office, financial aid office, and city hall.

Then access the U.S. government for additional resources. Lastly, do a Google or some other type of search on the Internet for single-parent or low-income family financial resources.

Guaranteed, there are many more opportunities out there. However, be careful of Web sites that charge a fee for a scholarship search or application. Read the fine print with applications before you submit information via the Internet.

Although many are ways to help with living expenses, any portion of your income saved can help with educational expenses.

Terri Hare is a senior financial aid administrator with nearly 25 years experience in the profession. She completed both her bachelor's and master's degree as a non-traditional student, with a family and full time job. Her master's degree in Instructional Design and Technology was completed primarily with online courses, so she's familiar with the intricacies of balancing family and distance learning.

Comments for Financial Assistance Info for Single-Parent/Low-Income Families:

193 comment(s)
Mia Hadlock On Monday, February 22 2010

Hi. I could use some advice. I am a single mother currently in college and I need my own place to raise my two year old daughter. I do not know where to start because I only make 400 a month. What do I do?
Prem On Tuesday, February 23 2010

HI,

I could use some advice . I am divorce for 5 yrs now, during the process nobody or not even my lawyer told me i can get maintenance for myself. Until to day i did not too. i woud like to know how can i seek help to get some help for my son who is 18 and needs to study...which he is not doing at the moment but working..it is sad to see this. thank you
maddie h On Tuesday, February 23 2010

To:mia HADLOCK

I am also a single mom and in college would like to know if we can talk maybe we can help each other out.
fshouse On Wednesday, February 24 2010

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Tracee On Friday, February 26 2010

I live in Texas I want to know what kind of program I can get into so that I can go to college & make a better life for my son? I'm a single mother I make $388 a month
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Amanda On Monday, March 08 2010

I am a single mother of a two year. I have no help with anything beside food stamps. I was livin on hud but i lost all my income back in Oct 09 and now I have to move back with my mother. What more can I do? I hardly have money to get dipars.
sarah On Wednesday, March 10 2010

there is a years waiting list for housing at the moment what about the people who really need it right now? im a first time mother with no income at the moment you all give housing to people everyday that are looking for handouts instead of help! again i ask what about us the ones that need the help?
markeatha On Wednesday, March 10 2010

hi im amother of three living in memphis and need help
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Cynthia Brown On Thursday, March 18 2010

I am a single mom on disability and I need help with my son. He has already completed 3 years of college. He is very determined and this is a dream come true for him. He has one year left and all of his classes are paid for, but, there was not enough funds for housing so they had to drop him until we could take care of the housing situation. This has really put a damper on his goal. If anyone can help me I would truly appreciate it. If there is any type of information on getting him help so that he may complete his dream, please help. Thank You in Advance..
KATIE MOORE On Monday, March 22 2010

IM SINGLE MOM GOT 5 KIDS, WE NEED A GRANT FOR HOUSE,,,,,,
Michelle On Wednesday, March 24 2010

My heart goes out to all of you that have made the above posts. I have been there too....it is a mission of mine to put some type of organization in place for private assistance to single parents in transition and single parents at the mercy of "the system" in waiting on their child support. I would love to hear any suggestions or comments related to this so that I may have some actual stories and examples to provide to potential assistance in beginning a program like this.

Thanks in advance and I'm in your corner.
Michelle On Wednesday, March 24 2010

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Donna On Friday, March 26 2010

Hi I am a single mom in Montana with a two year old. I was laid of from work this past October, and it has been very difficult to find work around my area and my unemployment is running out very quickly. I need help fast, otherwise we will not have a place to live and I will lose everything that I have. Please help!
shewana On Friday, March 26 2010

I am trying to relocate to another state.because my family life has been threated and my son has got shot at by the person family memberwho killed my bother.I am loe income and don't have the funds to move.
JAIMEE DRAYTON On Tuesday, April 06 2010

I have 3 children. 9, 2 and 5 months. I am an aspiring Nursing student looking for a hand up. My children and I reside in a homeless shelter and I am unable to atend classes due to lack of childcare and a stable environment. I would LOVE to attend Darton College and complete the ASN program. In two years I could be living "assistance free." Which is my ultimate goal. 9126043664 Jaimee
LaToya On Thursday, April 08 2010

I'm a single mother of a two year old, looking for help with half my rent. I'm a working mother and I also go to school fulltime,I'm unable to put all my attetion towards school right now with the constant struggle of hoping to receive child support. Are there any places that would help me with this in Minnesota.
Jon Snead On Friday, April 09 2010

Since I appear to be the first male to respond on this thread, my heart goes out to all of you ladies. I am receiving custody of my two children in June, and I'm scared. The economy...everything that is going on... but my advice to all, is browse the internet for as much information on grants, etc... that you can find.

It truly is great to see everyone's post here. It means there are children out there who have parent(s) that care. Good luck to you all.
cc On Friday, April 09 2010

Its really sad. I am a single mom of 2 (5 and 3). I work full time in a crappy job just so I can provide a safe home and food. I can quit and go on public assistance - live in run down housing and put my children at risk- not to mention my credit reporting. I just want to go to school, so I can provide for my kids. My ex was an exec. who lost their job shortly after he up and left us....and has now been without work for a year. I am lucky if I get 2/3 of the mortgage cost. *Sigh* its hopeless.
Health Diva On Monday, April 12 2010

I was a college advisor and a mother. My 1st bit of advice that I could offer is try to find another mother with common goals to team up with. You guys can split bills and share childcare duties. There is nothing like having someone who understands what you are doing. 2nd you CAN live off of you financial aid. I used to use my overage to pay my bill ahead of time. Of course that means setting a budget and living like a "STUDENT" but it is worth it. 3rd a lot of major universitys have apartments for families that can be paid with financial aid. Look under graduate housing. PLEASE DON"T GIVE UP!
Taneaka Sims On Tuesday, April 13 2010

I need help.I am a single parent of three who is recently divorced and in college. I'm financially struggling to pay the bills,keep my vehicle maintanenced, and buy the clothes my growing children need. It's even been hard finding a part time to help out, and I have hopefuuly 3 1/2 years left in college before I receive my BS degree.Where can I find other financial resources for single moms to help me financially?
Hopeless On Wednesday, April 14 2010

What about single moms who already have an education and a job but still barely make enough to make ends meet and according to the government "make too much" to get help. I can barely afford daycare let alone a place to live, food, diapers, etc. Is there any help?
Cynthia Campos On Thursday, April 15 2010

Thank you for all the suggestions, this is the first time I am going to college or even taking a online course, I a very worried but excited at the same time. I hope I like it and it helps me find a job. Everyone suggestions are very helpful, thank you all.
regina richardson On Thursday, April 15 2010

I am a single mother with two preteens. I am about 4 months behind in my rent. I am being evicted and have no place to go. I work at a low-paying job barely making 30 hours a week. my monthly income is less than 500 .and I am seeking a grant to help me go back to school and to help me with my serious present financial situation...but so far has found no help.You see alot of grant programs require money from credit card or bank account and I have neither..is there anyone out there who can assist me???
lou moretti On Friday, April 16 2010

Can anyone help me? I have spent hours on the internet trying to find help. I work, but because of an abusive husband I left him and he took everything. My daughter and I live with my parents. I make too much for assistance HUD but not enough to pay rent/utilites or receive food stamps. I would love to go back to school for a better job...but I cant even pay rent. Can anyone help or direct me somewhere I havent thought of?
Jen On Friday, April 16 2010

I'm a single mother of 2 in florida and i'm tired of paying rent for some one also to enjoy by any chance there is any hel for some one like me with a job not necesary the best credit but willing to purchase a house but has no down payment or what to do or where to go, If some one can help my lease expired of january and I think I;m ready to give my kids some estability thanks
35.cindt On Tuesday, April 20 2010

I'm singl mom of to kides and can't get them wit that need. I moved har to take care of my mom that had 3 stroks and my siser that has cancer.If anyone has some avise plese let me hare it
krystal On Wednesday, April 21 2010

I need some help with getting the assistance that I need to help me provide for my 2 boys. I am currently living with my mother and her husband who is wanting to put us on the street. I am looking to relocate to Chicago.
Jennifer Bell On Thursday, April 22 2010

Im a single mother in AZ or three small boys. My house forecloses on the 15th and im going to crash at a friends for a few weeks until i can figure something out. I need to get back in school and get my nursing degree but since i cant pay day care and rent together theres no way i can go full time (which they require) to finish the program. It would mean id have to stop working! How does anyone do this?
Barbara On Friday, April 23 2010

What about us single people with no kids. I can't seem to find any scholarships, grants or anything else for that matter for people like me. Just because I couldn't have kids and I am single doesn't mean that I am not in need just like the rest. People in my position need HELP! TOO. Can anyone point me in the right direction. I need to expand my education to get a better job yet I can't afford to as I am not making my bills as it is. PLEASE SOME HELP!
Angela On Sunday, April 25 2010

Im a single mother with 1 child. I work part time and go to college also. Im looking for affordable housing I dont know what to do!
Gao Truawj Xiong On Tuesday, April 27 2010

I am a single mother with 1 child. I work partime at Target. I do not make enough to pay or rent an appartment of 1 bed room. I need your help to find me a affordable place to start my life.

Thank you.

Gao
Eddie L. Washington Jr. On Tuesday, April 27 2010

I am a single father with 1 child. Hes 7months old and I want so bad to give him a better life then i had but its hard. There's not too many programs out there that help send fathers to school and hurts me everyday. When Ihold my son I begin to cry because I can barely provide for him. I don't have a high school diploma nor a ged but I found a taining program call American Construction Training LLC. I just need a student loan to go But my credit is bad. So if theres a program out there that can help me, I would be very grateful.
shannon bradley On Wednesday, April 28 2010

i am a newl single mother of three ages 8, 10, and 14. my husband left 2 months ago and left me holding the bag. i work ull time but with him gone i cannot finish my bacheors degree i had 4 months left. he did not pay any of the electric bill an relied on the law that they could note shut off. to add more stress i have 2 car payments on vehicles that sit because they are broke down to the point that they are not safe to drive. one needs a front end and the other needs new master cylinder. neither of whichi can afford to fix. i need help and in a bad way. please direct me to somewhere that can help
Amber Pina On Thursday, April 29 2010

I'm a single parent, adult learning specialist, writer and life coach who specializes in helping single parent women in achieving financial freedom through education. I'm offering my assistance for free to single parent women in the New Jersey area; please do not hesitate to contact me if you are in need of my assistance. Have a blessed day. Amber Pina

Amberpina@hotmail.com
Julie Bahler On Friday, April 30 2010

Im a single mother currently attending college also. If anyone needs useful adivce on scholarship let me know.
Wanda Darden On Wednesday, May 05 2010

I am a single mother of 3 sons ages 15, 13, 12 and I am relocating to New York to attend Baruch University. My sons have tested gifted and were in magnet programs. I need assistance with relocation and educational options for my sons. All information and assistance is appreciated!
mark washington On Wednesday, May 05 2010

there are alot of single mom what about the single dads that need help?
melissa On Friday, May 07 2010

im a 33yr old single mom. I have a 13yr old son and a daughter due in september. I lost my job last month and getting ready to be homeless. Two months after I rented my house I recieved forecloser papers. Now I have recieved a notice for public auction on this house. The house will be sold on 5/11/10 and my son my dog and myself no longer have a place to live. And with me getting ready to have a baby in four months, it has been very hard to locate a job. If there is anyone out there that can help us, we would be very grateful.
Yvette Markland On Monday, May 10 2010

How do fill out the application for the project moms scholarship program.
Rosa On Tuesday, May 11 2010

Hi i am in despret need of help and resources to get on my feet.I am a single mother of 4,i am a demostic violence survivor. I am only 21yrs of age.I need resources to get back in school or find employment also daycare for my 3 youngest.If anyone has any info plz email me:r.berrios@yahoo.com thanks and God Bless
Gabrielle On Wednesday, May 12 2010

It is difficult to assist everyone because you all live in different states and they have different guidelines for their need based programs. But I will try and give you a general start.

1. For those that are working, speak to the HR department and complete a w-5 to begin getting Advance Earned Income Credit. This will give you extra income that cannot be counted against you for any need based programs, such as TANF or FS. Since you are only allowed to receive a certain amount, at the end of the year when you receive your taxes you will still have some EIC left. For more information go to www.irs.gov for more information on this benefit.
Gabrielle On Wednesday, May 12 2010

It is difficult to assist everyone because you all live in different states and they have different guidelines for their need based programs. But I will try and give you a general start.

2. If you are in school, an option would be to use your loans to pay your rent and utilities in advance. Keep in mind if you do this you should make your loans for the specific amount you need and keep a strict budget and that doing this will add more debt once you graduate, but this is an option.
Gabrielle On Wednesday, May 12 2010

3. If you are in a domestic violence situation go online or contact you city or county's human service or family support office to seek information about domestic violence shelters. These places usually provide emergency and short term housing along with counseling and other support programs to help women get back on their feet. Their addresses are usually unpublished but you should be able to get their phone numbers for immediate help.
Gabrielle On Wednesday, May 12 2010

4. www.socialserve.com is a website that lists affordable housing and Section 8 housing in different states and cities. You may also want to contact your local housing authority to see if they have lists for affordable housing.
Gabrielle On Wednesday, May 12 2010

5. Don't forget your local and county human and family service offices. At these offices you can apply for Food Stamps, Health Insurance, TANF (cash benefits) and DAYCARE assistance for those in school. Some may help you in getting job training and GED assistance.
Raquel On Wednesday, May 12 2010

Hello i'm a single mom who needs a place to live. I found a place but cant afford the deposit. I put my thirty day notice at where i live now because it was a room i was renting and i have 2 kids. Who can i go for help. I'm afraid to be homeless and i dont want an eviction notice. Please help
Antwon On Wednesday, May 12 2010

I believe that parents need to get their acts to together and take the role of being responsible. Any one can succeed in life, but it takes a lot of work and sacrifice. I'm only 18 years old and I already pay for everything that I own, except for rent and that is it. I'm not afraid of being homeless because I know that I will come up on top and will be the best of the best. Everybody can be the best of the best.
April On Wednesday, May 12 2010

Hi, I'm a single mother of a 4 year old girl. I was divorced almost 2 years ago. I was seperated from my ex husband longer than that. I have successfully made it to student teaching in the fall and will graduate in December. I will owe alot of student loans, but it was will be worth it to have the same hours as my daughter while she is growing up. I have been lucky to have my daughter in a headstart program that is free. Only problem is she cannot be dropped off until 8am and has to be picked up by 2pm. There is no way for me to finish my student teaching using the headstart program. Childcare is $110 a week, thats $440 a month. That is more than my rent, in which I am very lucky to have come accross. I was abused and will never go back to my husban, although he wants me to. I have finally found my independance and know that I am worth more than the neglect my daughter and I was subjected to. It would be so much easier to have a partner. I am looking for childcare assistance. I do not approve for CCAP because I cannot work 25 hours per week. I am away from my daughter 60 hours per week during student teaching. This is my final stages of aquiring an income and to make it I need help with childcare. Only 4 months worth.this is around $2900 I need to simply graduate and I do not have wnough loans to make it. I have all summer to come up with something, but just doesn't seem feasible. My faith is growing, but it is hard. I know the Lord has provided my needs this far and I remain faithful. I love my daughter and want the best for us both. =)
Coleman McClure On Thursday, May 13 2010

The job market is slow and I have no where to turn at the present time. Stress and frustration has hit my wife so hard at this point, it's made her unhappy with me. She's taken it upon her self to move out on her oun and leave me with our three kids which range from seven, five, and four. I have no income coming in due to the recession and would like some information on some assistance for single fathers, if you please.

My wife says she will maintain the bills in the home until the end of the Summer but without income of my oun coming in, I can not manage all the necessities of what the schools require for my kids and keep gas in my car and my phone on for emergincies.So at this point, I'm in need of some sort of advise, if you please.

Thanks
Clara On Thursday, May 13 2010

I am a single mom of 2 kids, and a full time student. i was laid off back in June 2009. I really need a help finding assistance in buying a house for my kids and myself. Can you please help me?
Jennifer Ellis On Friday, May 14 2010

I am a single mom with an infant and a 2 yo. I have a job and have managed to keep it even though the father of my children is mentally abusive. I finally had the courage to leave him for good but in order to keep my job I need help with day care assistance. Can anyone help or direct me to a place where I can immediately get helo in this area? I live in north texas.
Kirstin On Sunday, May 16 2010

Hi I am also a single mom with currently no income I live in PHX AZ and am going to school online I cant seem to find any scholarships online it seems like a dead-end ANY HELP or advice
joe On Sunday, May 16 2010

i need some advice im a single dad my son is 4, we live with my mom wich there is no room here not the best situation
tamika holmes On Monday, May 17 2010

I AM A SINGLE MOTHER OF TWO BOYS(13 AND 10), AND I AM ABOUT TO BECOME HOMELESS. I WENT TO WATREE COMMUNITY CENTER IN CAMDEN FOR HELP AND DID NOT RECEIVE ANYTHING. I OWE MY LANDLORD (ROY KELLEY); WHO IS A GREAT PERSON, OVER A 1,000 IN RENT. IF I DON'T HAVE HIM ANYTHING BEFORE FRIDAY OF THIS WEEK, I WILL BE OUT ON THE STREETS WITH MY CHILDREN. PLEASE HELP ME. THIS IS MY PRAYER AND MY TEARS PLEADING FOR ASSISTANCE FROM ANYONE THAT UNDERSTANDS MY STRUGGLE. I TRY SO HARD TO MAKE IT AND I KEEP GETTING BACK IN THE HOLE. IF THERE IS ANYONE OUT THERE THAT STILL HAVE A CARING HEART, PLEASE COME TO OUR AID. IF YOU DON'T DO IT FOR ME, THEN PLEASE DO IT FOR MY KIDS THEY ARE THE FUTURE. YOU CAN CONTACT ME AT 803-432-3954. I AM SCARED AND STRESSED AND SO TO LOSING MY MIND AND MY FAITH. SHOW ME THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT THERE THAT STILL BELIEVE IN GOD AND LIVE BY HIS WORD. PLEASE HELP ME, I AM DOING IT ALL BY MYSELF AND IT IS HARD.
Casandra Watson On Tuesday, May 18 2010

It is sad to hear all of these stories of single parents needing help and can't find any. I had a job interview yesterday and was offered 7.75/ hour... every 2 weeks pay... only 25 hours per week..plus work 2 nights of a split shift 5pm-10pm..in Avon,Indiana..It is a sad day when the employers refer you to try public assistance and you've already tried for public assistance and the case workers lie and tell you T.A.N.F. only applies to you if you work full time and go to school full time..I share in your pain and stories I'm there also! I enrolled in school and start date was May 26,2010..And couldn't go I have two toddlers that need daycare.. What do you do when the odds are against you?

Don't give up parents keep fighting!
Tamara On Tuesday, May 18 2010

Iam a mother of 3 trying to fight cancer it's spreading slowly in body and bones need to get back on feet looking for a grant for housing to spend more time with my kids they are giving me 3-4years to live can u please help I really apresite it if youcan help
stephanie On Tuesday, May 18 2010

it is sad for single mothers out there that work and try to provide for there child and or children and just need a little boost or jump start cant get help no some where. seems to me that you have to not work and not want to do nothing to get help
Cami On Wednesday, May 19 2010

I'm a 40 year old single mom of a 3 year old with A.D.D. and am in the same boat as many of you on here. It's pretty sad that we can not find help unless we are addicted to something or being beaten. I live in Ga. and get food stamps but cant get TANF because my son has to go to therapy with 3 specialists and I cant make it to EVERY class you are required to take. We are currently living with my mother and need to move. I dont know where to turn... any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Callie On Wednesday, May 19 2010

Like many of you, I am in the same boat. My husband walked out in February, taking with him the only car I had. Choices were hard, but I was able to get a :buy here/pay here" place to work with me. Meaning I paid him $500 every two weeks until the car is paid in full. To add insult to injury, the front axle was broken and the transmission is now going out. Assistance for me is impossible because WV assistance only acknowledges your pre-tax income without deductions, which looks good. After you take the bills out is when everything falls apart. I have three teenagers at hom 17,16 and 15 and I don't know what to do. The utilities that I have can be shut off any moment and I have no family other than my children. Please email suggestions...in dire need for help.
Julie On Saturday, May 22 2010

Callie, let's pray, Tamara I wish I can help you I wish you could get in touch with me. Callie don't fell bad, My car has no air condition the top in the inside is loose, and blowing around, only one window goes down, and when it rainsff water comes in the inside, things happen. We can look for help in these programs, that I don't know how to go about getting,but its easy for others. People who really needs to aide don't get the aide. I work 56hrs in one week. I'm struggling tryin to make ends meet. My kids are 14,13,10, and I can't put them in piano lessons, karate lessons, art lessons etc. Everything cost, and everything is going up, including the rent, but the pay is still the same. Tamara get close to a church, let it become your home, not just any church, don't tell everyone your situation, pray to God, and let him direct you, God will put in front the people to help you and your children, callie, I'm sorry, but let the car go, sale it,or let your ex- worry with the headache, if you live in the city use public transportation, if not get the sundays paper start looking for a car or small truck, your area should have a place were they have entergy assistance, you will need all your children's ssc, and your bill, and three of your check stubs from your job, go apply, normally its by your income, go and try, don't get frustrated.
Julie On Saturday, May 22 2010

I hear everyone's pain and struggles, its sad, but it's real ladies,and gentlemen, eddie hold on you will get the help you need, tamika I wish I could've done more for you, I live in Louisiana, and Cassandra, and Camie are right, its hard, but what I do read,is that we believe in God, thats the best help, Each state has programs available, sometimes you have to dig, Camie I advise you to go to the school board, and find out what program your son falls under, and maybe he can get into regualar school setting, that way the hours that he is in school you're in school, go to the school that's in your area and ask about the programs, I know Louisiana has 504, and 1508, and there is a program called early intervention birth to 3,I believe this is a law for all states,any single parents who are teachers should be familiar with this, But go find out about this program, let me know if you're successful.
yolanda On Sunday, May 23 2010

I am a single working mother thank is glad to have a job, but with the economy the way it is i can barely pay my rent which am on section 8. I barely get between 24 to thirty hours a week on my job and they only pay one hundred and sixty two dollars on my rent and am struggling to pay three hundred eighty eight, plus i have a utility bill and have to put gas in my vehicle to go back and forward to work. Its ashame how the system work and for the one's who aren't doing anything with their life that's who's getting all the attention. I might have to end up moving back with my momma which i don't want to and really on the edge of getting evicted but that's life. So good luck for the one's who get help in their time of need.
Nicole On Sunday, May 23 2010

I am a single mom of a 6,3, and 8month old twins. I'm undergoing medical treatment that barely allows me to even carry my babies somedays. My oldest sons father passed away, the other father is about to go back to jail for stalking us. I'm going to lose the child support and I don't know what to do until I could go back to work again. I am all my kids have, I can't let them down, how do I make ends meet????
Julie On Sunday, May 23 2010

Nicole, if you can get youor oldest child father death certificate, thats income right there, for your other three, either you can apply for unemployment for now, make sure you have medical documentation, also go apply for entergy assistance in your area, you're going to have to go to your office of family support in your area, don't get frustrated, don't give up, its for your children remember that.
Toni On Tuesday, May 25 2010

I'm a single mother of 2. I rarely get child support and i just found out that the day care assistance my girls were getting runs out at the end of june..and the DHS workers does nothing but call to piss me off...I know so many ppl on some kid of assistance that doesnt deserve it but i work full time go to school (which i pay for) and i cant get help and i make hardly anything...what do I do at the end of june with a 2 and 5 yr old. I cant quit my job or school..but yet the government wants to pay for some lazy butt to sit home all day and not do anything..they need to revamp the system and really only help the ppl that are trying to do something not to just sit at home
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Melanie On Friday, June 04 2010

Hi...sigh...I am a mother of a 3 year old, going to school full time and currently unemployed...I live wit the father who has pretty much made me the maid and I am trying to find a way to get out from under him...I cant get state help because I still live wit him and I cant get a job because I have no one to help me watch my son...I dont know what to do I sleep on the floor and I pretty much eat leftovers because he watches everything that I buy...I live in Co...any advice...or help...would be helpful so that I can leave without him knowing...sigh
Kenton On Friday, June 04 2010

I'm a single dad. I was laid off and am I have recently moved to Yuba city Ca .I have been looking for a job here and have been staying with my sister and her husband . but i really need to get me and my 9 year old son our own place and want to know if there is anyway i could get assistance and help going back to school . I cant seem to go back to work and thought i might go back to school .any ideas on how i should go about that ?
angel On Saturday, June 05 2010

i am a single mother of 2 children and one on the way....i am currently living with my mother but my time is limited here cause she is moving!!!!i am staying so sick in my pregnancy that i am unable 2 work till after the baby is born...i really need help in finding a place 2 live with me an dmy children...if anyone can help please i am in desparate need....thanks ,

angel
Kelly On Sunday, June 06 2010

Hi I need help. Recently divorced single mom of 10 year old I have a student loan that is about $15k and a few other smaller cc bills plus a repo. I would like to repay my student loan I just can't I don't know what to do.

Kelly

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Latanya On Sunday, June 06 2010

Hi after reading eveyone's stories my heart goes out to all of you cus im a 21 year old single parent with a 6 month old baby but they are so many things out there that can help you don't give up.i did some research and i found out you can donate your eggs from your ovaries and can get paid between $5,ooo or more.now some of you are thinking thats crazy i would never do that but,its reali up to you guys.for all of you that are struggling this is just temporary think of it as a detour. have faith, God gives u so much you can handle.stop being negative and have a positive outlook.i know easier said than done..but stop dwelling on the bad things and look forward for the good things to come. Be strong not just mentally and physically but spiritually! For those who were in abusive relationship,or divorced whatever it was u got out of dat situation ALIVE.
stephanie On Tuesday, June 08 2010

Hello im a single mom of two 11 yr olds,a 9 yr old,and a 6 yr old.I would like to know more on how to get a scholarship to go to school.Thankyou
r.j. gregoire On Tuesday, June 08 2010

HI I AM A 25 YEAR OLD DADDY AND I AM RAISING A 2 YEAR OLD PRINCESS ALL ON MY OWN! I NEED HELP IN FINDING AN AFFORDABLE PLACE TO LIVE, I HAVE A JOB BUT I LIVE CHECK TO CHECK! PLEASE ANY HELP WOLD BE APPRECIATED!
barbara On Tuesday, June 08 2010

i am a mother of two. me and my husband have been looking for jobs everywhere and nothing. i am looking for a place in north carolina that helps families with no income anyone have any suggestions.
ann On Saturday, June 12 2010

Julie.. Your an angel and I hope you helped many people.. A little knowledge and praying goes along way!
shawna williams On Tuesday, June 15 2010

i am a single mother attending medicel school i have 5 children i am seriousley struggling with my bills i am 2 months behind on my rent with 6 days to pay or else i have no phone or gas money to find help or continue going to school i dont no what to do i just no i cant be on the streets with my babies please help
Erica On Wednesday, June 16 2010

im a singel working mom, i have a two yr old son in witch ivd raised on my own his father is on ssi so im unable to get any child support or any other finacial help from gov.to help suppost his child i recive cash aid witch they have lowered to $60.00 do to tha hrs i put in at work witch i have to do in order to pay bills and suppost my son unable to recive food stamps his father refused to help finacily or buy him anything but yet is takeing me to court for custody ne advice on what to do or where to go solo__lopez@yahoo.com
ashley On Friday, June 18 2010

Hi I am a single mom in mesa, az and I have three children all under the age of two. { I had twins} and I cannot afford child care. I have been put on the waitng list with des and cant get cash assistance becuase I make too much If i cant find a loop hole to getting assistance I will lose my home. somebody help me. baxter.ashley@rocketmail.com
Amy On Saturday, June 19 2010

I am a single mom of two now. My littest is 9 mths and oldest is 4. I am only 23 my boyfriend is leaving us now he says he is not happy. I do not work and my only income is 300 a month i am so scared cause we just got a house togther and now he tells me he wants to leave. Im having a hard time finding a job what can i do to help my kids and me????????
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connie On Thursday, June 24 2010

i am a single mother of an 8yr.old, we are victims of domestic violence,i'm living ssi,my ex is on ssi and dos not have to pay child support.he gets grants to go to schoolbut can't help with his son i do get food stamps but that don't pay water,gas,electric,sewer,phone.is there any help out there .
Nicole On Sunday, June 27 2010

Hello, I am a married mother of three. Me and my husband have to live with his parents and he is only working. We do not make enough money to afford rent or utility's and one of our kids is disable she has Mirocephaly. We don't even own our own car...Wandering does anyone know of grants for homes or assistance living in Georgia around Cobb county? Please help
lisa Kay Banks On Tuesday, June 29 2010

Hello,

I really need help. I am a 42yr old mother of a wonderful and sweet 10 yr old daugher kayla. I have been struggling to hold everything together in my home financially. My company has cut my salary by 5%, and they have inplemented so many furlough days off without pay. My medical benefits has increased, and just this past christmas my car broke down and now I have an additional $300 car note that I didn't have before, and my rent is behind also.. I will also be attending college in July to get my Bachelors in Fashion Design and Marketing, and this will be on a full-time bases. I will have to pay an extra daycare charge, with other things. I am having trouble getting food on the table sometimes. I am working hard and staying focus for my daughter, but I find myself praying and crying for help. Can you please help me..
Ericka On Wednesday, June 30 2010

I am a 28 year old single mom. My daughter is 5, for the past 4 years, I have been living with my parents just so I can afford daycare so I can work 45 hours a week to provide for her. Unfortanely, my 17.00 an hour job doesn't allow me to pay for child care, rent, or normal bills associated with living on your own. I have tried the state of Florida, but was told I make to much and that if I wanted help I would have to have another kid or two. ARE YOU SERIOUS!! I have trouble supporting the one I have now, and they suggest I have another kid! I need help to get back on my feet, where do I look? I am not looking for someone to pay my way, just a helping hand to get on my feet..

I like my jib, I have worked hard to get where I am at, but it doesn't pay to do well and get a better paying job, the cost of livingbos just to much. Any advice is appreciated! Thank you, email me at elkasmail@yahoo.com
shari On Wednesday, June 30 2010

The governor of Minnesota has decided that their welfare system is not for college bound single moms. To be able to keep your medical, food stamps, or childcare, you have to work or look for work 35 hours and take the job if offered. If you want to go to school you have to go around those stipulations or have your benefits cut. 35 hrs of work plus college plus kids. The childcare cannot be paid for when you are in class. Only when you are working or looking for work. You have to log and turn in your work searches and they are verified. All your benefits are cut if you can't work 35 hrs a week. Colleges suggest that their student not work more than 20 hr a week. Put college, work, and children together and the children suffer the most. My daughter and her daughter were making it without help while she went to school. Then she got pregnant with twins. Got laid off and had to get medical and food stamp help because the twins' dad is a 29 yr old deadbeat who works for his dad and hides his income. He is only ordered to pay under 300 a month for both kids and to carry the insurance on them and she hasn't seen a dime. The jobs are hard to find and she has 1/2 of her Associate Degree finished. The state of MN would rather pay 150 per week per child in childcare benefits so she can work a minimum wage job rather than cut back the work requirement to a reasonable level and let her finish her degree. Grants barely cover the cost of tuition and won't cover the medical etc that she needs. Come on government it would be cheaper in the long run to help her get ahead now than to keep her on the system forever. How do I know. Because I did it. I got divorced with two kids and they covered me with childcare, foodstamps, and medical for the time it took to get the Associates Degree. I got my first job, walked away from the system, and never needed the help again. Every case should be looked at in a different way. Childcare for 3 kids requires a lot of income. That requires a college degree. It is stupid for these requirements to be holding women back instead of getting them off the system . Instead of making the mom's do the work search they should require all unemployed fathers who owe child support to do it or go to jail for contempt of court.
Adria On Monday, July 05 2010

Hello mothers and fathers, I am a single mom of 5 children, ages 18, 16, 14, 12, 8. Raising two nephews, ages 11, 13 for the last 6 years, I have a 18 year old just graduated on her way to Texas Tech in the fall due to her determination to not let the odds defeat her, we currently just left a homeless shelter, due to leaving my abusive husband of 18 years, we have a duplex, I am starting community college in the fall, receive 433.00 a month in tanf, job searching and as of last night my car was repossessed. I am two payments behind. Awaiting child support, spousal support, and now with my car gone I have to complete 30 to 40 hours of job search to get the 433.oo a month or even actally get a job to try and support us, my sons age 16, and 14 has tried to find work, I am trying to keep my head up and show my kids us leaving our home and staying in the shelter, leaving everything behind for a peacefully, healthy environment was not in vain. I know it was the best decision, one situation of us losing our only transportation could jeopardize alot. If there is anyone with advice on how to get by or willing to help please call me at 817-739-5792... I refuse to let my family stay as victims and will fight to the end to no longer be a part of the system. God Bless.
Need help this is Crazy for state of MN On Tuesday, July 06 2010

I live in Minnesota and I am a SINGLE never married mother of two childre a soon to 5 year old and a high school student 15 years old. My children have two different fathers and my oldest childs father lives out of state and has never seen his child nor paid one penny for him. I have never been on any public assistance, child support nor reduced fees due to be being a single partent. I have always worked good jobs in Information Security and management field to support myself without help from any source, it was very hard to be a single parent but I did it well I think. About 7 years ago I met my daughters deadbeat who is approx 10 years older then me and he had two older children and was a grandpa at the time. We were in a relationship but living in our own homes and life seemed to be good. Then I became pregnant and we talked about marriage and he wanted to start working extra jobs to support me and the kids This guy was into investment properties around the city and have several properties that he rent out for profit. Also he is a handyman by trade and has a crew of men he pays cash to do demo work on abandoned homes. In 2005 when my daughter was born everything changed, he refused to help with the medical expenses for her birth, I knew of the housing crisis but he also continued to buy big ticket items for himself. I took the first three months off from work and he refused to help with purchase of formula, diapers and other medical expenses. Keep in mind I already have a child that isn't his. I continued to ask this deadbeat about helping me out and he wouldn't agree to watch my daughter and he never signed the recon of parent form. He felt that he could just stop by anytime and tell me he wanted to pick her up and then not tell me how long so I couldn't leave my house to run errands because I didn't know when he would return with child. He claimed that since he was self employed he had the right to not have me tell him when I needed him to help. . I worked from home 3 days a week and he were to watch baby 2 days a week but he had me almost getting fired because he would be late to meet me in the mornings or always had an excuse with emergencies that popped up on his days to watch her. In the summertime he had startd to play games with my 11yr old child picking him up from his camp bringing him and his 9 year old cousin staying with me for the summer to my house with my 1 year daugter and saying he be back in an hour but never showing up, he called them several times but never returned. I addressed this serious issue with him saying that I didn't allow my child to be watched by kids that young, however after the 4th time in a row of doing this on his 2 days I immediately looked and found a daycare provider and put her in there because I came home and the 2 older kids had fallen asleep my daugher then 1 year old was on the front lawn after making out of the front door that the kids who shouldn't have been home by themselves had failed to close front door and lock. Father became so called upset and refused to assist with childcare for day care because he didn't make that decision as he says. However he makes visits to childcare provider about once a month spends 30-45 minutes with my daughter by taking her to local mcdonalds up the street retuns as if he's really done a good thing and drops child back off to daycare. Long story I know but its true, recently i was servered with court summons to take me to court demanding 1/2 custody for child and payment for child support. He claims that he kept my child daily and cared for her which is very provable and the fact that he has no receipts showing he's ever paid a dime on her expenses. Me and deadbeat don't speak of course and I can't say that I'm mad about that, however what type of system would allow this smart jerk to hide his assets and claim that I should pay him and I'm a singal parent myself. I fould out that he lied about raising the 2 oldest chi
Sharon Soule in Boaz, Al On Tuesday, July 06 2010

I'm a single mother of two, 13 and 6, I got laid off in 2008. My unemployment benefits ended a few wks ago and the goverment is taking their time about renewing it. I just started college last month. I'm on a WIA grant and I also get a pell grant money but it ain't enough. I have no other income coming but food stamps. My boyfriend gives me what he can but it ain't much either. What else can I do. Single mom can get fasfa pell grants for school but the most money you get a year is $5550 that ain't much. Now the goverment wants us to buy medical insurance I want to know with what money are we suppose to use? Wheres the help?
Wendy B, in Brooklyn NY On Tuesday, July 13 2010

Hello, I am a single mother of two boys 14 and 10, so to be 11. I am unemployed and only get child support from on of my sons father and that isn't as regular as it should. We live in New York, but getting work in NYC is very difficult. Sometime almost inpossible. I have done different jobs on and off the books to get by, but now things are really hard. I really want to get out of New York, but just can't to find a way out and so far I have not found a new job or any institution that will help with relocation.. Is there such a thing or am I really dreaming of something better for me and my children?? Please someone point me in the right direction and I will do the rest..
shannon On Tuesday, July 20 2010

I am a single mom with 3 kids 10, 9, and 6 yrs old I am currently enrolled a everest inst. I have not been able to attend for the last 2 weeks because of transportation I have no income what so ever but I'm able to stay with a really good friend because I can help with food due to receiving food stamps it is a terrible situation and I do not know where to turn or who else to ask I have tryed to apply for hardship because my cash assistance time ran out 6 yrs ago we have been to homeless shelters for abused women and living fron place to place for the last year due to me leaving a abusive relationship if anyone can help me with some pointers we would very much appreciate it I do not have a phone but you can contact me via e-mail sdb.122882@yahoo.com
Yelena On Tuesday, July 20 2010

Hi I'm from Queens, NY. I am married but do not live with my husband.I have 2 children 1.2 years and 2.9 years. I live in USA for 4 years and have a green card. I have no income. I am on welfare program right now but i would like to go to the college for ultrasound, but if I'll do go to study ultrasound the social services gonna take from me all help that they give me. What should i do, who can help me? I'll really appreciate your help!
Nika On Tuesday, July 20 2010

I am a single working mother of 2 children, im working full time looking to go to school to get my LPN asap...most of the core classes i can do online or at night however the clinical portion is full-time during the day....i was wondering does anyone know of a program to help out financially while i do my clinicals being that i cannot work but have to provide for my family????
Mary On Tuesday, July 20 2010

I am a single moyher of three young children. My ex doen't help me support the kids at all. I am currently working 2 pt jobs and making hardly any money. I hardly make enought to pay rent and all the other bills. I need assistance with child care because I can't afford it on my own. If there is help please contact me and let me know what i can do. I'd greatly appreciate it.
single mom On Wednesday, July 21 2010

like many of the other people commenting here, I too am a single mom needing financial assistance to help pay for college. My ex doesn't help at all and I am struggling to make ends meet. But I am determined to finish school to give my kids a better life. Am interested if any knows any other resources to get financial help.
single Mom in KY On Wednesday, July 21 2010

I am a single divorced mother going back to school full time to be a RN. I have recently been laid off from the mortage industry and currently changing careers into the healthcare industry. I am a full time student and work full time. I am having problems making ends meet and being forced to possibly sell my house to move into a less expensive apartment. Are there any programs out there to help. Please email responses to jl97j8hd42@gmail.com Thank you
Single mother of two, low income and bad credit On Monday, July 26 2010

I need help. Although my son did receive loans and grants to go to college we are still in need of additional funds. I will never be able to get a loan because I have horrible credit. Can anyone direct me in the right direction? His father is incarcerated.
Faye Denise Boyd On Wednesday, July 28 2010

I am a full time student at the University of Phoenix. I am seaking help in regards to an grant or scholarship. I work full time anual income 24000.00 per year. I deplore you to please help me.

thank you faye denise boyd
nancy fullmer On Thursday, July 29 2010

It's amazing, I'm a single mother of three. Who is on social security and disabilaty. We are homeless with no family. Can't seem to find help to get any ast. for help getting into a apt. or any type of help. This is in Chico CA... PLEASE HELP ME ANYONE
Jackson On Friday, July 30 2010

Wow- Just reading through all the stories posted

All I can say is everyone -Keep your head up!

I too am a struggling single parent of a 10, 16, and 17 year old and now my 16 year old has a 8 month old baby with no father. We can barley have enough money buy soap, dish wash garbage bags etc. I found my self at my lowest point taking toilet paper from the local Dunkin Donuts.

My rent is three months behind, any day now I should be receiving eviction papers. My credit is lowest it gets. Men look at me and say “your so beautiful” but they keep going, in mind I don’t even bother to look for love only stability. I constantly think of committing horrible violations such as selling drug or selling my self to provide my children with there basic needs, the only thing that stops me from committing the acts is I would not know where to begin.

My car alternator died, there’s no public transportation in Chesterfield Virginia, even if there was I don’t two dollars to get on the bus. No Family, No friends, in-fact we know a total of 14 people in the entire state.

To everyone’s amazement, I have Master degree in Psychology – a bachelors in Criminal Justice and a Associates in Early Childhood Education. I lost my job due to lack of transportation, I made just enough money to survive paycheck to paycheck, and now that the paycheck is gone, so are all the resources. I was working therefore, I was not eligible for any state assistance, and that I am eligible I have no way to travel 11 mile to our local Social Service office.

If I could relocate today, we would not even stop to look back. No- father in the picture – Life is not fair- Why me- I need – I want- what did I do to deserve this- I don’t have this –I don’t have that – I cant do this – I cant do that – My story can go on-and on –

As of today I learned, what will be will be,

I don’t have much but @ the woman in the post above that is homeless with a child, I do have a temporary room, you are more than welcome to have it free, maybe we both can brainstorm and pull together.
CRYSTAL M On Tuesday, August 03 2010

I AM A SINGLE MOTHER WITH ONE CHILD I JUST RECIEVED A LETTER FOR MY SECTION 8 MEETING. I HAVE NO INCOME ONLY FOOD STAMPS, ARE THEY GOING TO DENY ME? I REALLY HOPE NOT CAUSE ME AND MY CHILD HAVE BEEN BACK AND FORTH TO SHELTERS, FAMILIES, AND HOTEL ROOMS PLEASE HELP ME KNOW CAUSE I AM SO ANXIOUS.
Stephanie On Wednesday, August 04 2010

Crystal...I myself am a single mother of 2 girls. I have section 8. You having no income would effect you. Thats what your needing them for rent assistance. Now when you do get your place because you will:) Go your local state office and apply for everything you can, they will help you purchase a car. They have workshops to help get you a job. they will pay for daycare. Also apply for state health insurance. Listen there is help out there its all around but it wont come to you. Use that strength you have get what you and your baby need. They will also help with daycare! hope I helped!! I wish you the best!!
Ms.I Need Help On Wednesday, August 04 2010

I am a mother of 2 and my i have been a single mother since 2006 when the father of my daughter was killed i have been staying with my mother and it is time for me to get my own house and i have been looking for a place but on my income no one is willing to work with me. What am i to do?
Ms. Chef in progress On Thursday, August 05 2010

I'm a single mother of three 15, 13, and 8. I'm currently a student at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts of Atlanta. My family and I had to move out of GA due to personal matters and the floods. We currently live in Wilmington, NC and go back and forth from here to SC to ve with my mother, who has to got into the hospital for surgery. I need to move from NC to SC, and my landlord keeps giving me the run around. I have Section 8 and they said I can move, I just need a letter from my landlord. So I'm trying to get financial help for us to be able to move into a house. And I also need to know if their's an orgination out there, that will be able to help with the rent every month.
Elizabeth On Friday, August 06 2010

I am a mother of 3. My heart goes out to all of you that are trying and are doing this on your own. My husbands job is slowing down to where we don't know if we are going to be able to pay the rent or even put food on the table. I break my head day after day trying to find a way to help bring in a little income. So I want to go to school get my degree and make something of myself so I can help support my kids as well. We are at the point to where now that school is going to start how are we going to get their clothes and their supplies they need. Sometimes I feel so helpless but I have learned that we can't give up because someone is always with us and we just have to keep the faith even when we are at our worst. I will pray for all of you to find an answer to your prayers. I wish you all the best.
Cedric Marshall On Friday, August 06 2010

I'm a resently released father that has been trying to find work also i'm trying to go to school.As I read your comments I see there are alot of woman on here with problems and there are alot of help and sympathetic ears. But what about us black fathers who have payed our debts to society and want to be fathers and have a descent life.I live in Memphis and this is the hardest place to get back on track.Could someone please advise.
kayla davis On Friday, August 06 2010

hi, im a single mom and bout to go to school this fall2010 to tcc and i have no where for me or my two gurls. I don't know what to do someone please help me with this. I can't get childsupport because my babyfather gets ssi and he doesn't give me nomore money to even get pampers. help me with this equation
Wendy Conlin On Friday, August 06 2010

I'm a asingle mom between jobs right now.. I have twin 6 month old girls so I'm basically just barely making it paycheck to paycheck. I live in VA, but need to move to Baltimore, for many reasons, but my problem isi don't have the money for the move, not even to move to a different place here in VA. I'm having to claim bankruptcy it's so bad. Someone please let me know if they know of any services that could help
Francina Ramirez On Monday, August 09 2010

Im a mother of 3babies 2older boys and a lil girl they're 3,2,and a 1yr old im Starting college and live with my inlaws and im getting foodstamps and cash but really no help with housing or an Apt wat can i do to help raise my family instead of depending on other ppl help get on my feet im Trying to get my own place and not worry bout rules but mines im 22yrs old pls some one let me know wat i can do to show my kids there is a way and see that i tried and got them what they need...
Tiffanyjay On Monday, August 09 2010

I AM A SINGLE MOTHER OF A 6 YEAR OLD BOY. I AM CURRENTLY WORKING FULL TIME BUT NOW I HAVE NO PLACE TO LIVE. I CANT AFFORD TO PUT DOWN A SECURITY DEPOSIT AND FORST MONTH RENT. I NEED HELP!!!!! I AM CAPABLE OF PAYING RENT FOR CHEAP BUT I NEED A HOME LIKE YESTERDAY AND I HAVE NO TIME. I JUST NEED A LITTLE ASSISTANCE TO GET STARTED. IS THERE ANYTHING OUT HERE FOR ME??
desperate need 4 help On Monday, August 09 2010

hi i am a single mother of a 15 month old baby and another one on the way my due date is this month on the 26th. im not looking forward to having this baby because i dont have a place to put her like a small crib everything that i have was given to me by my family whom recently moved back to africa and now im completely alone i thought i had some people like my sisters and the baby's dad but they all bailed out on me recently. they say they have their own problems like their family to look after and the father of my child is telling me he doesnt want the baby because his not ready he chosed alcohol over us and now were all alone with no one to look after me or my daughter after i give birth and no one to help me with the baby plus i dont drive and i havent had a job for 2 years now we were taking assistance from the county but thats been disconnected for months now all because i didnt show up to the meetings they set up for me i told them i didnt have transportation nor childcare it was impossible for me to come because my case has been closed for so long i now dont have money to pay off my bills nor my cell phone whitch means im phoneless PLEASE HELP!!!
toni roles On Wednesday, August 11 2010

i am currently going thru a divorce single mother of 3 children, im am disable but attending on line college classes. i have pell grant and disability i receive food stamps. im am moving to a 2 bedroom apt. i need help on getting a personal hardship loan so i can move. i have to have internert for my classes, i have to have computer. my car is being reposed

my rent is have of my check, i hane to pay a gas bill and a electric bill. it takes up to 10 mounths to get hud in wv. or that is just on the waiting list. im moving on the 18 of this mounth, and i have to come up 240 deposit,217 for half mounths rent, and 485 for sep. rent i need some finical help just to get moved. what do i do?
Monica On Wednesday, August 18 2010

Hello,

I am single mother of four children and i live in Florida. I am currently enrolled in an online college, and was recently dropped from one of classes because, my youngest child was in the hospital and I did not meet my attendance requirements. My financial advisor says that I must come up with 2000 dollars in order to retake this course. I do not know where i'm going to get this money from, but I desperately want to return back to school. Is there any program that can assist me with this issue??
Brianna On Wednesday, August 18 2010

i live in nc ... i have no children and i realize most programs are only for single parents. are there any programs to help me? i am about to get kicked out of my apt im 3 months behind on rent and i cant pay utilities powers gettin cut off soon too. im only 18, so i was able to get medicaid and food stamps bc in nc im still considered child when it comes to government assitance programs such as medicaid.
Mary On Monday, August 23 2010

My Hud contract is being terminated, and I am barred from leasing through Hud for five years..This is because I had a window unit in my son's bedroom. The inspector said it needs an escape latch, since there is only one window in the room..One has been installed, but no one has bothered to reinspect..They are adamant about getting rid of me..My new lease with Hud was approved two weeks ago with my new rental amount..I am a model tenant, ad have been for the ten years I've lived here...Please offer suggestions...Thank you..
AnDrea On Tuesday, August 24 2010

Hello. My name is AnDrea and I am praying for some help of any kind. I am a 33 yr old single mother of a beautiful 7 yr old girl who is the light of my life. I am on SSI disability for mental health reasons which came from the death of my son. It's my only form of income and I live in the country where there isn't a buss or even a cab for transportation. I am in great need for any help in getting a car.....a reliable one that is safe and my child can ride in. I would be thankful for any information or anything that can help me here. I could try to work again and my child wouldn't have to wonder how come we can't even go to the park or even the store without having to wait for days at times until someone can take us. Please help me if you can...even just $500.00 could buy an ok ride for me to get a job so I can have more income and possible get off government assistance forever. I am a smart girl and have had very good jobs before I drew SSI and I am positive that I will again when I have a way to try. HELP US PLEASE!!! We are stuck with no means to an end in the middle of nowhere! Overcup, Ar. I don't expect anything for free...I would pay back money for the help I get, hopefully, and if not to the individual who can help.....to another person in need like myself. Pay if forward so to speak. please contact us @ (501)351-1068 and leave a message or e-mail me. I ask you this in hope that someone see's my prayer! God bless you and hope your day is wonderful.
Crystal Gallardo On Wednesday, August 25 2010

Hello, I am a single mother of 5 children ages 14, 12, 10 and 2 yr old identical twin girls. I am a full time employee but barely make enough money to pay my rent and light bill. The kids need school supplies and diapers as well as other household supplies foodstamps doesnot cover. I have been waiting since October 2009 to get child support enforcement to help me but they aren't in a hurry AND my ex husband is not working. I have been looking for a better paying job and asking everybody if they need odd jobs done just so I can make some money to help pay my bills. I am really in desperate need of more affordable housing. The government has mile long lines of people who abuse the system for help and the people that need it don't get it. Can somebody please help us?
maria swartz On Saturday, August 28 2010

my husband abandoned my two daughters my selF BUT over 7 years im working AN THE GIRLS ARE IN SCHOOL NO HELP FROM THEIR FATHER MY HOUSE FLOOR IS FALLING IN ROOF IS LEAKING WINDOWS ARE BROKE AND WE NEED HELP PLEASE
Joye Valenta On Sunday, August 29 2010

im a single mom of one i recevie ssi due to cancer i thank GOD everyday im still here. what helps me is prayer,stay strong ladies cause our children need us. GOD BLESS U ALL
Mr. Joseph TOWNSEND JR On Sunday, August 29 2010

with the death of three immediate family members.Father,younger Brother,and dear Grandmother who has played a major role in raising me.Financialy it's rough while emotionaly I pray daily for strength.my son needs me,a sunny day is coming my faith is strong.
Anon On Sunday, August 29 2010

If you have no money and 2 car payments on cars that don't work don't pay for them let them or one of them get repoed and use the money you saved to fix the other
Anon On Sunday, August 29 2010

They don't help people with no kids go to school??? What are you talking about??? Do you reasearch anything??? They give you help if you have low income. Maybe not as much but you don't have to juggle kids. You could get more help if you know someone who has kids that will let you claim that you support them. This person would probably have no job and not file taxes on their kids.
Jessica Garmon On Monday, August 30 2010

I am a 30 year old female, recently relocated here. I only make 800 a month and I am a full time student working 1 hour and a half away from residence. How can I afford a place to live to. I currently stay with friends I have met.
Single Moms On Friday, September 03 2010

Just as a tip for you. Please know that this website was intended as a resource for information purposes only Please don not post personal information on this website!!!! No one will call you, and no one will assist you!
Amanda Good On Saturday, September 04 2010

Hi..My name is amanda, just like every other comment...i need help, im 18 with a 1 year old son and newborn daughter, im married t my husband nathan and we are staying with his parents in a nasty house with tons of other teenagers (nathans stepdads kids and theyre friends) we have been hounding around begging for jobs, but nothing yet...we get 600 in food stamps and about 300 in cash assitance but nathans parents say they need it for rent or for bills or something (even tho they actually have jobs) and we know that they are really just using us, we NEED our own place and to start our own life without them, i personal am sick of his mother trying to raise my kids unhealthily and then critisizing us for doing things our way instead of hers...we need out, plus this house is so gross, i cant stand my children being in it..we have no car or anyway of getting anywhere and we live in the country so we have no way of even getting somewhere to apply for section 8 or something...we need out of this house!! if anybody has any opinions plz help us!
yarna On Saturday, September 04 2010

There are so many people who have little money and nowhere to live. I think many of you should hook up together (2 or 3) and then go in search of a place. You might get a place to live then.
Deela On Wednesday, September 08 2010

I came on here to look for advice and what i actually got was tears falling from my face. My heart goes out to any of you who are in real financial instability. I am a single mother of 2 girls and currently work as a nurse and going back to school to further my career. Sometimes in life we make choices than we have to take responsiblity for. We cant always point the finger elsewhere because we have to point it at ourselves. I want so badly to relocate but what stops me right now is plain ole common sense. I get no assistance because according to everyone I make to much money! whatever! what stops me from making impulsive decisions is i think about my girls and how every move, be it dumb or smart, effects them. therefore, i stay in this little town with nothing to offer, because it where my support, my family is. I have a decent job here and have been there for 6 yrs. I have a 4 bedroom house, that i rent for just as cheap as a 2bdrm apt in a big city!! So what Im trying to say, is dont give up because life throws you a couple of lemons, keep your head up, pray and figure out a way to not make the same choices/mistakes. Network, find a church, reach out to people in your situation. Take a deep breath, God will take care of you. God Bless
Kyle's Mama On Saturday, September 11 2010

RE: Hopeless On Wednesday, April 14 2010 What about single moms who already have an education and a job but still barely make enough to make ends meet and according to the government "make too much" to get help. I can barely afford daycare let alone a place to live, food, diapers, etc. Is there any help?

I am totally with yaa!! I feel your pain hopeless..I am in the SAME situation!! I am a single mom..have my BA & decent job, I make decent money BUT I make "too much" to get any sort of help yet, I'm barely keepin my head above water with all my bills!! my electric has been 200-300 I have been workin on weekends to make xtra money just to help pay the electric!!! & the babys father only gives me enough to help pay for 1/2 daycare(b/c he doesnt make enough to afford anymore..its crap!!).. he refuses to get a 2nd job to help..shoot, he hasn't even been around in a month!!! but it would be nice to at least get sum help with something!!! i can't keep takin credit cards out & gettin further into debt just to help pay for formula/groceries or my apartment bills!!! every program I applied to, I "make too much" ..it's b.s. i def. don't make enough to pay for my apartment, bills, gas, baby, etcetc!!!! these programs see a salary number & assume it's enough but they don't look @ that number AFTER a shitload of money for taxes are taken out ,,nor,, do they look at that number after i pay all my bills & pay for everythin my baby needs!!! anyone know of any help in NJ for single moms who "make too much"??
Zena On Monday, September 13 2010

I am new to the Avondale, AZ area and i just started getting my food and TANF. I am a single parent of a 2 year old little boy and his father is deceased and i get no help from Social Security or anything.. I found a childcare well my problem is finacially affording it.. DES helps but they only pay $26.60 a day and they childcare is $30.00 a day and that makes it $3.40 a day I have to pay making that $17.00 a week I have to pay and I only get $220.00 a month on TANF and between diapers & bills i have less then $80.00 for the month and no one is working with my can anyone help me in a resource way to help me. I am looking for work and im looking to go to school and I just dont have the money and I have no one to borrow money from to help me....
carolisha cole On Tuesday, September 14 2010

I am a single mother of 5 wonderful young children. I am in college full time and I was recently laid off my job. MY ELECTRICITY has been turned off and I am on the boarder of getting evicted. I have come to far to drop out of school but I got make ends meet some how. I dont kno what else to do or where to turn. All I can say is I need help.
michelle hopson On Thursday, September 16 2010

i am a single mother of two a sixteen year old boy and a thirteen year old girl. i spent a year in and out of safe houses due to a demesti situation. i lost a doughter due to her death at three mounths old. i put myself through beuity scool and then was employed for two years at a salon now i have taken on a new chalenge at a nother salon and its a struggle but it will happen soon enough
Krista On Sunday, September 26 2010

Hi I am 19 years old, live in kansas city and have a 5 month old son i lost my job because i had no one to watch my son and cant seem to find a job no where now i am being kicked out of my mother in laws house because her kids are moving back in i am in desperate need of a home my income is only 188 a month i know its sad but thats all welfare provides me please help please.
Justin Culbertson On Monday, September 27 2010

Hi, I could use some advice, I am a 29 year old single father with joint custody of my daughter. I currently live with my parents who are helping me out but I want to get out on my own for myself and my daughter. I currently am not on any type of welfare, I refuse, I work fulltime but in the Baltimore Area $2166 is not a lot. I Just want to try to find some help to get situated with either getting a place for me and my daughter or even buying a house, sometimes mortgages are cheaper than rent not to mention your paying for something to be yours. Please help.. and the sad part about this is the state is trying to make me pay my daughters mother child support over 300 a month, when I have my daughter 50 percent of the time, they say im 100 percent financially responsible since her mother DONT want to work.
tamekia gilliard On Tuesday, September 28 2010

i am a single mom with 4 chikdren. I have been looking for work with no luck. I am veteran i need help for rent. i would not like to go to a shelter again and they may not have room. please help my email is missmeekia@yahoo.com
matovu awifu On Friday, October 01 2010

hi people there

iam a 21 old guy trying to find my way to archievement.iam currently at the university in east africa where i pay half of my tution because my mum cant afford it all but i have found it very difficult to afford these fees.am stuck and no where to go.any one to help, i will be very grateful.
melanie On Friday, October 01 2010

i am a single mother of one child who needs money asap and i need at least 3,000 dollard by tomorrow to take care of some business on that day or i could use at least 2,000,000.00 two million dollars which would be for all types of things from my own place to stuff for my daughter who has adhd and other problems that she faces and i would like your help/
Diana W On Sunday, October 03 2010

I am a mother of 4 boys but not single(I thankgod i am finally with a man who has honor)..I know how tought it is to scrape by with limited income and children to support. You want to work..but you also want ot spend time with your kids..or can not afford child care.Well let me tell you all something..there is hope for you all..if you are turned down for any assistance..appeal it that is your right to do so..and if turend down again appeal but i believe if you appeal the first time you will autamaticcally get assistance.I know one lady who is married and her husband works and gets a fine income..yet she gets 1000 in food stamps and 2000 in cash assistance..these are people taking advantage of the system of course..but oddly enough her welfare worker put the husband on the benefits knowing he works full time so if they can get it..you all can. just keep pushing till you get assistance.she even gets child care..unbelievable because again she does not work...each state is differant.so go to your local welfare website and read every article in there. and you guys out there especially the ones just released from jail you do know if you were incarcerated that you qualify for grants..speak to your parole officer..or go to the social security website and search for released inmates..and for male fathers who were not incarcerated..you qualify for wic..i know one man who is on it..also there is another food service for single fathers..go to your govement website..each state has one..and search for assistance. 211 is a good site too look for assistance just type in google 211 and your state example 211 in pa or if your state has not established a 211 site yet go again to your local state site..and search there for help services..there are organizations everywhere that can help you..churches,organizations like for example ,food and cloth banks,diaper banks..there are even places that help you with baby furniture and strollers..etc..also if you are a family who just delivered you baby you do not have a careseat when you deliver your baby..by law the hospital has to provide one to you.also you are entitled to a breastpump and free baby bag which will have formula and other freebies inside..if you do not have a computer of your own go to the library and research..also if you are on limited income you qualify for a free laptop or computer by the goverment..search for it.there are so many resources out there also if you feel you were discriminated against.complain..search for it on google..discrimination..and complain about the organization or charity or shelter to your local discrimination advocate..i am again stating im a mother of 4 boys,..and im sick of hearing women who get more benefits then men..what happened to equality? i read an above story..where a father had the daughter for 50 percent of the time and had to pay full child support? hwo come the mother is not paying him any if he has her half of the time..sick the womens rights movement was about equality and fair treatment.yet it has been turned into women need to be taken care of more then men..when a women divorces her husband she gets paid yet he gets nothing?..sorry for the ranting..but i want to live in a oucntry of equality.and fair treatment of all citizens no matter sex,color or religouse views or personal..yet our country has been turned into only giving libertys to certain people..screwing the rest. sorry for my ranting and going off subject but also for single fathers..who are trying to do right by there child..there are organizations for you to advocate you..and you may attain full custody of your child if your ex is not doing her part to support your child..look up father advocates on google..also go to children and youth and state your case to them and concerns..do parenting classes..and attain a job..no matter how minimal it will look good on your part.Now for more advice to attain help..again des is a good place believe it or not too attain help..the main goal o
Diana W On Sunday, October 03 2010

I see my paragraph above was cutoff

the main goal of des or children and youth is to maintain the family..i know heard to believe..also a hospital social service worker can give you help numbers and referals for help..every hospital has one..i am a wealth of knowledge if you need help contact me and tell me what you need.
Diana W On Sunday, October 03 2010

also..your local fire department will help you out if your in need..god bless them my fiance called them and explained our situation..they came with boxes of food,diapers,toys,and cloths..gave my kids a toy fire helmet and stickers and gave us more information numbers..that was over a year ago..also your local police station can help you with referals...do not call 411 or 911 for assistance unless an emergency(life threatening) instead find and go to the office and explain..our country is beautifull and so loving of its people..i know hard to believe being with job decline and unemployment..but there are litterally thousands of organizations in each city,state and town...just have to find out where there located.

if you have epilipsy there are help advocates in each state..if you are in dire need of dental work..there are in each state pro brono dentistry organizations..ex donate a smile..az has one..pa has one etc.Many people who came here illegally or people who are on drugs took advantage of these help services..even to the point these organizations only helped them out..well time for change..vote take pettitions against helping people who do not want to better themselves.even if you are against our goverment..you can change it so you approve of it..that is a fact..look how many civil rights organizations are only giving aid to certain people..yet by law since they recieve goverment grants are supposed to help all people no matter there color or religion..even the hispanic scholorship grant for college you can get it if your caucasian or african..that is a fact.yet no one fights it when they are turded down..wic everyone is entitled to it if they have children..our goverment has human rights..and in our vary own consition...it states..no one is to be discriminated against due to race,religouse,personal views or sex..so again all you single fathers out there who are turned down..when the appeal comes in the mail or even better go to the help office and ask to appeal..fight.. you have just as much right as us gals to get the help you need to support your babys.also i state again for people who were incarcerated..you are entitled to benefits from te goverment look at social security .gov and look for help services for you..you can recieve housing assistance,employment help etc..we all screw up sometime in our life..just dont make it a habit..and dont live off the system forever..our goverment is financially strained as it is and our goverment is making drastic changes on how it helps poeple and for how long..so dont count it as a free for me life...pretty soon they will end it if people keep doing this..and also for single mothers..believe it you cna appeal and get all the benefits you need..all you may need to do is one appeal..and if turend down again..keep fighting..if you are trying to better your situation..fight tooth and nail for child care. and for the mothers who gave there phone numbers and addresses..are you crazy.and that desperate in need..you opened your self to pediphiles and may have endangered your children severely and yourself.we have sickos out there.... please delete your personal information..and if you want help from someone..post an email address with no info about you..and do transactions discreetly..you all sound like loving parents..but your children and your safety should be your first priority..there are millions of men and even women out there..who are sick..do not open yourself or your children to them..god bless you all and good luck again i hope what i posted helps you all..i know it helped me out.
Ursula B. On Monday, October 04 2010

I'm about to turn 24 and have two childern ( 20 months and 5 months). We're being kicked out in two weeks by people we thought were friends. My husband and I both lost our jobs on the same day a little over five months and due to stress i went in to early labor with my beautiful daughter. I don't know if i can even get help and i DONT want to lose my kids and I have never been to a shelter...Is there help out there??? my email is Ursula_2087@yahoo.com
Julie On Wednesday, October 06 2010

Hey I'm 17 and a senior this year. I have a 4mth old boy. i need help finding websites for schlorships and grants
Susan On Wednesday, October 06 2010

I am a single mother of 2 teens, a 17 year old son and a 14 year old daughter. I was divorced in 2004 from a monster that physically, emotionally and sexually abused all 3 of us, and raped my daughter when she was 7! The "justice" sytem is a joke...it is more interested in protecting the rights of the criminal, not the victims! He left our finances in a shambles, and I had to declare bankruptcy, and we lost our house to foreclosure. I worked fulltime as a registered nurse for 24+ years, and I made b/w $75,000 and $80,000 a year. In December 2004, I was in a car accident where a man hit me from behind going in excess of 50mph, and I was stopped waiting for entrance on to a highway. I was severely injured, and eventually became disabled from my injuries. I have been waiting for the trial for almost 6 years, and we finally have a date of 12/07/10...one day short of 6 years since the accident! I have lived everyday in serious pain and have watched my range of motion and my ability to handle my activities of daily living disintegrate; the injuries have exacerbated or caused many complications. We are constantly struggling to meet the bills since I now take in $25,000 a year, a loss of 60% of my income! I am on unemployment, and we get some child support (less than 1/2 of what he is supposed to pay!), and we are waiting for approval of disability, which can take up to 3 years! Our current crisis is that our power was shut off almost a week ago, and I have been unable to get help from local organizations because I make $200 or $400 or $600 dollars too much a month to qualify!!! We are desperate!!!!! If anybody knows of any private organizations that might be able to help, please let me know!
DominiqueWalker On Saturday, October 09 2010

i'm 22 years old mother of three that really needs there own space cause living with someone ani't working
Lisa Wytcherley On Monday, October 11 2010

I am also a single mom of three girls and we've been struggling for over a year to make it out here in california. My husband was sentenced to 6 years in prison and since then i lost our home,family car,storage with all our belongings, my license, down to 2 shirts and a pair of shorts. We've been set up by my own family but still have to live with them otherwise we would be on the streets.I don't qualify for any assisstance cuz I had to give my mom temp. guardianship of my girls since I could not provide for them and was being threatned by cps to place my kids in foster care until I was on my feet again. I need to get my girls and myself out of this situation cuz it's getting worse everyday and I'm exhausted.If there's any resources or advice anyone has it would be greatly appreciated..Thank u..Lisa
Jeffrey Vest On Monday, October 11 2010

I am a single dad of two a girl that just turned two,and a 13 month old boy. My kids have health problems and I have missed a lot of work. I can not make all the bills. I sold my car to help pay bills,but that did not last long and I did not realize how hard not having transportation would be If any body knows how to get help for anything really dipers any thing I am new at this and I am doing best I can I just need pointed in right direction,or a little help to get back on my feet. I would apreciate some info or HELP if any body can thank u Jeffrey Vest You can contact me at vest7@live.com
help with car On Monday, October 11 2010

I am single parentof two, with child that has chronic illness which requires taking my baby to appointment weekly. She recieves treatment three times at the hospital. I would like to take her to those appointment. I have lost my car due the expense of car payment and meical bills. So if you know organization in Maricopa county arizona that will help me. Please let contact me.
Jennifer On Wednesday, October 13 2010

I'm a single mother (recently divorced) of 4 yr. old twin boys. We moved back to the area a few months ago and trying to get settled. I'm having a very difficult time trying to find a place that is suitable for all of us. Is housing assistance open in Middlesex and union counties? How long is the waiting list? Any help would be much appreciated. jenniferlynn1477@yahoo.com
Jennifer On Wednesday, October 13 2010

Sorry but I forgot to mention that we are back in New Jersey. If anyone knows where to find any help here...it would be great.
Linda On Thursday, October 14 2010

I am a single mom of 3 kids. I work a full time job and then a part time job a few nights a week. I had to file for chapter 13 in order to save my house from foreclosure. The plan takes all of my full time paycheck so that leaves me with my part time job to pay the bills. They recently turned me down for food stamps cause I made too much....too funny...Its funny how that assistance is set up...basicaly you have to be jobless and have like 5 kids to get help. I am at least trying to survive on my own. Its just not fair how the system works. I need assistance and I need it fast...Dont think I can stay in the Chapter 13 much longer...My ex doesn't pay any child support...he doesnt work and is an alcoholic. Anything I would get would greatly be appreciated.

Thanks,

Linda
Carol On Thursday, October 14 2010

hi, i need help. i am a single mother with two children and currently in college and is my last semester. i am living with my parents and have had help from them. however, recently, i have encounter problem with my mother. I need to move out of my house but don't know where to start. I am working and only make 200 a month. please help me, need to get my own place where i could have the authority of my own children.
Danielle On Monday, October 18 2010

i am a single mom of 2 and i have student loan debt,no income, and i have just left the ywca here in columbus, ohio. christ is the reason i have com this far and i need to go further please only if you have helped the worst could you please me.
Stephanie On Tuesday, October 19 2010

Hi I'm a single mother of a 5yr old little girl. I was working a very good job in OK, her dad got a promotion and wanted us to move to Dallas, TX. he is now laid off and we are not together i took a pay cut moving here i have $890. rent car note $575. lights $250 and the list goes on and on I'm also taking care of my mother, I'n not receiving any child support my credit is bad now cuz all of my bills have been behind for over a year. I'm scared everyday in fear of the bank taking my car. i dont work near a bus or train so if i lose my car, i lose my job and my apartment. i've been looking for second jobs and jobs to replace my first one. no luck. I been thinking of moving into a hotel but a monthly stay is just as much as my rent. I know i have to do something soon and drastic i just dont' know what just yet. Please give me advice if you can. and please dont' be judgemental just know life happens to everyone.
Amanda On Wednesday, October 20 2010

I am a single mom of a two year old and pregnant again, due in February. I just lost my house and my daughter has to stay with my mom to have everything she needs. I am grateful my mother is willing to help me with her, but I am living on a friends couch without even enough gas money to go look for a job (which due to pregnancy complications Im not even supposed to be working) or to get to class. I fought since March to get into my classes to become an EMT and Im just trying to make it until next summer when I graduate. I have found some help here in Memphis, but am waiting on the actual help. I know if there are others in Memphis who need assistance, look into the crisis center in Millington, they help with a lot, you can look to utility assistance through LIHEAP, and also for anyone anywhere who needs help you can also join Freecycle online, there are people out there who will help someone in need with clothes, food, baby things,many many things. I know it is hard being single and a parent. My husband and I split up a couple days after I found out I was pregnant again and even before we split up it was still like I was a single mother trying to take care of everything myself. He doesn't help me with anything and doesn't seem to want to have anything to do with his kids. I know there are places out there that can and will help, we just have to stay consistent and patient and do the best we can until we receive the help we need. Good luck everyone
Alissa On Thursday, October 21 2010

I am a 20 yr old single mother of a 2 yr old and Ive been trying to provide the best life for my daughter. I lost my mother in sept of 07, found out I was pregnant in feb of 08, and my father lost his job in feb of 09. Up until now, I have been hanging in there. I have been on food stamps and the medical card for a few months, because I am trying to pay back my school loans. It seems the only type of people who can get help are seniors, disabled, addicts, or abused. What about the families who are trying to succeed? I have done everything possible to provide for my daughter such as working 3 jobs at once, working 30 hours a week and going to school 40 hours a week, and given up all means of a social life to have the bond between us that a mother and daughter should have. Ive gone to all the churches to seek help but nothing. Gone to the county human services but all of the housing help have 7-10 year waiting lists. Ive sat on the phone for hours and hours just to be thrown in loops on what I can get, and then be told I can't. Its looking like my only option now is living in a shelter, but my daughters father is staying in them in the area and I fear for her life when he is around. I try to keep my head up through all this and keep telling myself one day at a time, but you have to face reality at some point. Good luck to all you other single mothers out there. If in my search for help I stumble upon some good information, I will post again.
Lori M On Thursday, October 21 2010

Hi, My name is Lori. I live in California. I have read some very heart wrenching stories and it seems we women are all suffering in some way or another but I feel what I am hearring is a whole lot of strong, successful gals who are willing to what it takes to overcome the sometimes (impossible). My situation is rather complicated! 5 years ago one of my twin daughter's battled bone cancer and by the Grace of God she beat it. During her cancer treatment her father was doing strange things around the house to frighten me and cause me to fear for my life. I didn't realize it at the time but he had someone else and wanted me out!!! He hacked all 3 of our computers with various death threats etc. He taped my phone calls for at least 4 years up until that point and since then I don't know?! He bugged my house in various places so he would know my every move. My daughter that was battling cancer at the time was so frightened she wouldn't even walk to the bathroom alone. He would tell me he had friends he worked with that were involved in various maffia's and that hacked commputers or "took care of people"!!! I can't explain the shear terror me and my 3 kids lived in. He made a picture video of my daughter with cancer that had a song titled you will miss me when I'm gone. I had no idea it was my own husband. I took the computers to the FBI. In fact I never did get one of them back. I have only dabbled into the mental torment we went through. He continually degraded me in front of my kids and would try to convince them I was crazy yet they witnessed it all. We have been divorced 4 years now and he just months ago told my children he knows exactly where I am because people anonamously call him as to my where abouts. He told me he had two people he could call to take care of me about two years ago. My faith in God got me through but I am suffering greatly from post traumatic stress syndrome. I also struggle with bi-polar disorder and ADHD. I get depressed at times but it never lasts long because I have kids to keep keepin on for. I am living with my two twin daughters and suffer the agony of not living with my son except for weekends as of the last 6 months. I never pressed charges although I did get a police report when he threatened to have two people "take care" of me. My daughter's heard him say it. So I don't pursue charges against him because I am convinced it is his word against mine. I am currently on disability due to my major emotional issues. Sometimes I can't sleep for 2 days. And I have suffered major memory loss but I am confident that with working with the womens center and getting through the trauma I will regain some better thinking process. To sum it up, I have a dream I believe God put in my heart. I live in a low income community where there is nothing for our youth to do but get in trouble or do drugs. I want to open up a skating rink/ bowling alley that ministers to our community. No alcohol will be sold there. And I would hire youth counsilors and mentors to minister to our youth who are struggling. I would also hire disabled adults as I have worked in that community as well and really enjoyed it. I feel it would be a tremendous asset to our community and the possibilities are endless. So, I know the money won't probably won't fall out of the sky so I feel God put it on my heart to sign up for online college and to get my degree in business administration with a bachelor's in human resources. I was nervous considering I have some learning disabilities and numerous other disabilities right now but knowing it's online and I can do it from home made me have the courage to take it on! I did it. I signed up today and am ready to go starting Dec. 6 2010. I need a laptop is all. I am needing help with tuition. I got a loan for 3500. and for 6000. that I can pay back later. But I could really use a grant for those fee's considering I am barely making it fin
FAYA C On Sunday, October 24 2010

hi i am in need of help.i have two small daughters and a baby on the way .i have no support about having a baby and i need help with my rent,it is too expensive but this is the only place i have for us to live and i just finished school and have been having trouble finding a job.i am 26 years old and my kids father walked out on me because i was pregnant.i do not know how i will afford anything for the baby in this situation.i have no support from my family at all.please help me.any type of information will help.
Cassandra On Monday, November 01 2010

I could use some advice please. I am a 22 year old single mother of a 3 year old. And am enrolled in college FT. I recently left my job because I could not work, care for my son, and go to school at the same time. While I was working I would leave the house at 4 am for work.. would go straight to campus when I left work at 3 pm.. and then I would not get out of classes until usually 9 or 10 pm. Then I would have to study and do homework then I would usually get to bed by 2 am.. if that. Then it would start all over. Meanwhile.. when i left for work my son would be sleeping and when I got home from school my son would be sleeping so it was killing me to not see him. Anywho.. My thing is.. I live with my mother, stepfather, and younger brother right now. I DESPERATELY NEED TO FIND A PLACE FOR JUST MYSELF AND MY SON. Living here it is non stop arguments. My brother is a drug addict. And my stepfather flips if my son leaves so much as a single toy on the floor. He often bags alot of my sons toys up and hides them (my son does not really have much for toys!).. so i feel bad for him. If they are home my son isnt allowed to watch any cartoons. My brother just recently robbed them blind while no one was home. Took their tvs, computers, everything. And although they know of it they are doing nothing to teach him a lesson. My mother instead is just trying to protect him. I have a younger sister who is in prison right now and will soon be released.. she was in prison for 4 years.. and was like my brother into heavy drugs and very violent. They are planning to let her move back in when she is released in a few months.. and that makes me very uneasy.. she has no concern for anyone but herself.. when i was pregnant with my son i had said something that she took out of context so she pushed me down the stairs! And once again.. just as my brother .. my mother instead chose to protect her.. even now while she is sitting in prison.. my mother sends her huge amounts of money and packages of food and such and cigarettes! .. I feel that this environment is not only extremely unhealthy for myself.. but for my son too! I dont know what to do. Or how to go about any of this. I have been trying for like 6 months.. and have gotten nowhere! IM DESPERATE. THANK YOU!!
Marna Wilkerson On Tuesday, November 02 2010

I am single mom of 3 boys, I am disabled and about t be cut off on my electric please help me I need someplace to help me pay it
Cassandra On Tuesday, November 02 2010

Marna- Go to your local DSS.. They should have some sort of program such as HEAP or something. Its fairly quick and easy.. and you should qualify!
Robin On Wednesday, November 03 2010

My fiance has a 3 year old little girl that lives with her mother, whom he pays child support every month. The mother does not work, lives with her parents, and has 3 other children by two other men. The mother also receives food stamps, a SSI check every month, child support on all 4 children, and medicaid. Every time my fiance sees his daughter she is dressed in sloppy clothes that are too big and stained up. The baby will tell him the clothes are her older sisters and when she asks for something she will tell him her mommy doesnt buy her things like that, such as juice to drink or certain common toys to play with. The baby also says she has to share a bed with her older sister. At the same time, my fiance is a severe diabetic but can not get on medicaid because he does not have any children that live with him. He also is not eligible to receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, although the mother does. The mother has done everything to make our lives a living hell and she is getting all the help in the world. Are there any programs or any advice to help us?
Susan Johnson On Wednesday, November 10 2010

There are so many more options than 10yrs ago. Now in Tx maybe more states? Cheap daycare on college campus. If you walk into the local Human Resource of your town they have printouts of all local assistance orgs. (mine does anyway) Some were none I have heard of before so check it out. Yes alot of research but you gotta start somewhere. Attorney General is great for Child Support. Survivors of Domestic Abuse also get extra grants. I have seen single mothers share apts together it IS hard but possible. I was lucky/fortunate not to end up at a shelter so not sure how those are but if things had taken me that way so it would have been. Chip for insurance, Food Stamp cards. If you are lucky enough to have family help you PLEASE be thankful for it. It isnt possible to do everything by yourself. Again not easy but unless there is potential for violence or abuse accept and or appreciate the family assistance.Mine did for 13mos and I did all I could to show them.. clean, cook, help with errands, etc.. but it was temporary. Now my kids are grown/almost grown and I'm so tired for college and work.(still single too) I had the energy in my 30's but now 40's the challenge is on for me to get it going. My youngest is 17 now and both are wonderful people. I would like to reach out and help someone here but the last (been a couple) person to stay stole checks and money. I feel bad/burned. Difficult to recover. My heart goes out to the struggling Moms please remember these days will be over and try your best everyday. I blinked and my babies are 17/20. Should have made some better choices but life goes on and at least each day I awake there are still choices. Good Luck!!!
Jessica Griffin On Tuesday, November 16 2010

I'm not sure where else to go. I am a 25 yr old mother of 2 girls, ages 6 and 2. I am living with my live in boyfriend of 4 yrs now. I miserable, unhappy and just plain fed up with him and his abusive ways. He is verbally and emotionally abusive. I live is consentant fear of him. I have been told to try the local shelters and homeless center but I can't see myself putting my children through that. Things at one time were great but when he was laid off over a yr ago things go so much worse. I'm not allowed to leave my home to see friends unless he approves of them, I am not allowed to have people over with out him here. Im not even allowed to go out and hang with people unless he knows them. I don't know what else to do. I can't call anyone for help due to him being home all the time, so keeping things a secret is impossible. I am at my last wits end and I am scared that he may actually do good on his promises one day. I live in Florida 45 minutes from Tallahassee. Please someone help me. My email is fanahthenitelf@yahoo.com its the only email he doesnt knwo I have. Again please i need help.
kate of 2 On Thursday, November 18 2010

i am single mother of two a daughter 7 and a son 5. i have been raising them on my own for about 5 years with little to no help from their father. Live with my parents to help but with one income and no luck starting to give up. i feel sometimes there is no help for people that are willing to help themselfs. just ready for me and my kids to have a fresh start.
Brittney On Thursday, November 18 2010

I'm the mother of one daughter and about to be evicted. Need help! Any suggestions?
Cyndi On Saturday, November 27 2010

I'm a single mother of a two year old, needing help to find a home, esp b4 the holidays. I also go to school, and wondering what financial help is out there in the state of Florida and Georgia. I'm a graphic/web designer so working from home is an option too.
Elizabeth On Monday, November 29 2010

Hi My Name is... Elizabeth

I have a one year old and a 2 month year old i am currently mothering and my youngest has a heart condition called hypo plastic right heart syndrome i need to find a house for my children as soon as possible my youngest will be under going surgeries and i must find a stable environment for her to go home to i am a single mother and i work full time along with hospital trips everyday i need a home for my family any advise is appreciated thank you.
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LaToyaP On Tuesday, December 07 2010

Hi I'm a low income single mother of three, and I have several unpaid traffic tickets that I cannot aford to pay. I just graduated nursing school but I may not recive my license because of these unpaid tickets. I also do not have my drivers license any more. I would have paid these tickets if they were afordable for low income familys. Can I please get some information on any type of assistance or maybe even a personal loan?
Kerri Griffith On Wednesday, December 08 2010

i have @ kids get no child support from my ex huband because he got laid off. looking for a decent apartment for my kids all i can afford is about 500-600 a month. please give me some ideas.
kevin On Thursday, December 16 2010

Hi my name is Kevin i'm a single father of two little girls ages 5/7 i have full legal custody of my daughters the mother is suppose to be paying support but she isn't i'm out of work my oldest daughter has cerebral palsey I want to work but it's hard to find work and care for a disable child I love my daughters they are the world to me and my hats off to all you other single parents but I'm out of money and need help bad I have two weeks to catch up my rent or my daughters will be homeless I've tried to get help from welfare catholic charity and the salvation army no help can someone please point me in the right direction please I need help callme 267-897-0326 or email to bigmagotitgood@yahoo

Thank You

Kevin
Holly On Monday, January 03 2011

I am a single mother of a 2 year old son. I was evicted from my home cause i was behind on rent. My son now lives with a grandparent because i cant take care of him and have no home. I live with a friend but if i cant provide housing for myself and son i am facing losing custody of my son. EIC has long waiting lists and I need help now! I work but can only get 15 to 20 hours a week at minimum wage. Anyone have suggestions on how to get emergency housing so i dont lose my child?
terry On Monday, January 10 2011

HELLO I LIVE IN BAKERSFIELD CALIFORNIA I GET CASH AID, I HAVE 3 CHILDREN IM LOOKING O SEE IF ANY BODY KNOW HOW I CAN SSING UP FOR A HUD HOME WHAT AE THE REQUIREMENTS IM IRE OF MOVING SO MUCH RIGHT NOW I LIVE IN A CONVERTED GARAGE IF A NY ONES KNOWS IF I CAN REALLY APPLY LET ME KNOW THANK YOU
jennifer On Wednesday, January 12 2011

I am a single mother of a four year old son. I am attending college right now and working part time as a hairdresser. I am living with my parents because its hard to make ends meet, but I really need a place for me and my son. I think we would be happier if we had our own place and things would be better...I only have one year of college left but Im affraid if I dont get my own place im not going to make it through. Does anyone know how to get grants or assistanst in paying bills?? Thanks and the best of luck to you all!
Robin M Porter On Friday, January 14 2011

hello I am a single mother who has been out of ork for the past 2 years because of my disability which is LUPUS and haert problems I need to find emergency money by January 18,2011 for my son so he can graduate this is the last semester.

He is Electronic electrical computer engineer and the school let us know at the last minute that he needed this money and one more class I have now exceeded all loan limitions.

If any one knows where to get let me know emergency financial please

Sincerely your Robin M Porter
Patricia On Saturday, January 15 2011

I can't even feel sorry for many of these people. Genuinely. I mean, were you poor only after you had the kids and are now broke, or were you poor beforehand and just added to your own demise?

Birth control sounds like a fix. How's that for assistance?
carolisha cole On Thursday, January 20 2011

patricia it is people like you that make me sick. you try to make people feel bad for asking for help because you think your sht dont stink well it does just as much as anyone elses. i cant speak for anyone else situation bt my own. yes i was poor before i had my children and i did not think that it was gunna get better but when my husband left it made it hard on me to have to take care of all the load alone that is why i have gone back to school so that i will not have to struggle for much longer and with losing my job that really did not help at all. so before you judge the rest of us who have humbled ourself to speak up and ask for help check your damn self.
Harry On Thursday, January 20 2011

Is there any assitance for single dad's?
Sharon On Thursday, January 20 2011

Patricia~

I am an ICU nurse and I work my tail off as a newly single mom to support a baby. Had I known I would end up needing to secure a protective order that was recently made permanent for myself and my child, I never would have made some of the decisions I made. I am not irresponsible nor am I looking for a handout; I simply wish I could find help with debt consolidation so I can keep my home and car. What happened in my life is none of your business, but it sounds like you have no measure of compassion anyway so any attempt to appeal to your humanity would fail miserably. I hope you invest in birth control because someone with so little mercy and love in their hearts certainly has no business being a part of fragile little lives. How pathetic you have nothing better to do than seek a site dedicated to helping people in a tough spot so you can air your narrow-minded opinions. What's wrong with people like you? I do not relate to you at all and I hope I NEVER have to care for anyone in your family; I don't think I could deal with how cold you would probably be to your own flesh and blood. Have a nice one. Go find a forum where somebody cares what you have to say and quit kicking people when they're down.
Melissa On Saturday, January 22 2011

hey i need help with housing and being able to get a job.. i am not a citizen, i have 2 kids a boy and a girl.. My mom recently kicked me out made the cops lock me up for no reason. i camt go back because i was ordered protection against her. now i live with my bf & ever since i been so unhappy and shamely to say its an abusivr relationship. i have no 1 to turn too or trust. i just need help to find a job since i dont have any social security a good living environment & school for my kids so they can have a normal life , & hopefully i could be able to goto school also. Please anyone if u know anything that could help i would really appreciate it.. I live in brookyln too.. Thank you in advance :)
Lovie Jackson On Sunday, January 23 2011

MY name is Lovie, Im a single 22years old mom of a 3year old little girl.I need my own place,I desperately want to return back to school. I need your help to find me a affordable place to start my life so i can live independantly. i just recently left a domestic volence situation.
Milton Benally On Sunday, January 23 2011

I know what everone is going throught. I am 43 yrs old. I have been a single for 16 1/2 yrs. I always worked and give my son what I never could get. Now, I was demoded for my postion at work and work under 70 hrs a week. Don't make money like I use,too. I only bring in 700 every two weeks. All the money that I have saved up and my sons college fund I had to use to keep a roof over my son's head and put food on the table, as well. We have been homeless for almost 2 months (Nov.,2010 to Dec., 2010). I have never ask for help from anyone. I ask for help from the church, gov't and food banks. I was a member of the church or I was making to much money to get food ass't. The gov't would help, but that was 32 in food stamps, that was it. I live in Utah, so I think that tells you alot there. lol. I see there is alot of help for single mother's and thier kid. Why no help for single fathers? We are human,too.
marisol On Saturday, January 29 2011

wow. reading all these stories makes me sad. i wish i could help you guys. and wish the best for all of yous. i am so greatful to have a good father for my kids. he has helped us a lot. my heart goes out to all of yous.
Maria del Mar Borrero Aponte On Thursday, February 03 2011

Me gustaria participar del programa. ya que soy madre soltera de dos bebes. y soy estudiante de la umiversidad en Puerto Rico.
Rachelle On Sunday, February 06 2011

I am a single mom i dont like the living situation im in... i would like to go to college for my business degree and cosmetology license... actively searching employment...i am on probation... i am doing everything right and i dont seem to be getting any actual answers on how to get help. Please help!
sondra tolson On Thursday, February 24 2011

i am a 44 yr.old single mom with anadult disabled son.we are going to be homeless if we don't find a place that's affordable in the next week. i am really afraid ,please someone tell me what to do.
Ivy On Tuesday, March 01 2011

Im 29 A Single Mother Of 5 I've Worked On & Off The Past 10 Years. I'm On Section 8 and I've Been Living In A 2 Bedroom Apt. And Section 8 Decided Out The Blue To Give Me 30 Days They Want To Move Me Into A 3 Bedroom. Well All I Live Off Of Is Child Support Which Is $600.00 A Month. I receive FS And Medicaide. I Was Denied AFDC Benifits 8,9,10 Years Ago Because They Said That I Receive More Child Support Than I'll Be Getting AFDC And They Would Take My Whole Childsupport In Order For Me To Receive This Assistance And I Really Wanted To Take This Opportunity To Leave N.C. And Go To Atlanta And Go To School For Culinary Arts. The Town I Live In Now Don't Have Many Benefits That Can Help Me In My Transit Even If I Were To Stay Here. I've Called And Looked Up So Many Places In My County And Other Surrounding County's And They Can't Seem To Do More For Me Either I Feel Like I Have To Look Outward In Order To Receive More Help. I Really Am Looking For A New Fresh Start So I Can Start Tackling My Responsibilities Harder And Progress Further In Life. I Managed To Save $1000.00 Over Sometime. I Really Need To Go To Atlanta To Make That Change For Myself And My Children. I Need Advice. What Services Can Help Me With My Deposite For An House, And Deposites For My Main Bills. How Far On The Outskirt Of Atlanta Should I Move And What County Is Best For My Situation. And Do They By Chance Have Public Methaphysic Schools Down There If So Where? Who Can Help Me Find A JOB? Thank You So Much For Your Input.
sara On Sunday, March 27 2011

i am a single mom of a 3 year old son i work a minimum wage job at what they consider full time. i am lucky if my checks are 150 a week i live with my mom and stepdad and am struggling big time. i need to get out of their house my stepdad doesnt want us here and makes it very clear every day i dont know what to do and i know i cant make it on my own with what i am making i need help and dont know where to turn to. im so stressed out. i need to find a new place to live asap.what help is there out there for me and my son. i also have bad credit and cant get a loan.HELP
julie hollis On Tuesday, March 29 2011

im a single mother and im still in high school. although i graduate this year in may, i want a place for me and my son to stay. my mother she is supportive but i cant stay with her because me and her go tit foir tat and we are always arguing. which is not good for my son whom is 6months. i dont have a job. in fact, i have never worked. but i know how to learn fast and i have very high potential. ive always wanted to work. but my circumstances of trials and tribulations have blocked a job out of my way. i need a place to stay bad. i want to go to college and become something of myself so my son can say when he learns to talk that he has a strong, successful mother. i think it would be best if me and my son had our own place. i mean come on now....nobody wants another person in their home who has a baby shacking off of them and eating their food when they dont contribute to anything in the household. i just pray to God that someone or their programs sees me thru because i really need the help and support. thanks. contact me if you want @t: juliehollis17@yahoo.com OR

on facebook @t: julie jayblitz hollis

*March 29th, 2011
Diana On Friday, April 01 2011

hi

ican use some of these helps. I'm a single mother if a 3 months baby and studying but i dint work and needed of miney to finish college and to provide everything to my baby.
helina On Wednesday, April 13 2011

i need help super fast i have two kids no income coming in i was working as selfemployed as babysitter but since the lady got laid off she doesnt need my service anymore im a onth behind rent and im scared please help
sad mom On Wednesday, April 20 2011

I am an single mother of two kids i have a daughter who is 5 and a son who is two. They father used to beat me up all the time. He beat me up so bad that i had to hospitalize ten time in 5 years. He was the bread winner in the family. The last time he beat me up i said that was it so i left and moved back in with my mom. which i didn't won't to cause me mom beat me up to not physicaly but verbly. So last week for my son birthday my mom put me and my kids out late at night on the streets while it was raining with no place to go. so at the moment we is staying in my car.The only thing i get is $432.00 cash every month and 439.00 food stamps but all my cash have to go to gas. It be cold and my kids be so hungry that they be crying late at night.we have to wash up in and mcdonalds bathroom. if anybody out there who can give me a job or help me out i will surly be greatful. my god bless u and keep u.
GratefulMom On Wednesday, April 20 2011

I was reading most of the posts and I just want to say that I hope you all find the help that you need for yourselves and children,both single mothers and fathers. I am 26 years old and am also a single mother of two boys 3, and 5. Their dad has been incarcerated since Oct. 08. I had to move home I have gotten a lot of support from my family. I live at home with my parents. I work 31 hours a week and will be starting school in May. If it wasn't for my family I don't know what I would do. I really wish that I could help each and everyone of you with what you need. I know it is hard in this world. But don't give up. I never really made time to pray, but I do now. Some of you may think that God doesn't hear you or may not believe in him at all. We all share the same God he just has different names. Prayer has been a part of my day since my kids dad left. Although i live with my parents, things are still hard. My mom and I are the only ones employed, my dad is self employed, but his business is going real slow. I am on food stamps also. I am grateful that I am fortunate enough to have a roof over our heads. I feel for you all and it does bring tears to my eyes. All I can Offer is prayer. Things happen for a reason, but we cannot give up. God does hear you and will help in his own time. Sending lots of love to you all and prayers.

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