I am a single mother of 3 and went to apply for assistance, ya know a little bit of food stamps and some medical insurance. I work full time and have a few other incomes coming in. They added all my incomes and hours and told me I make to much. Only my kids are eligible for medical, which is fine by me, but what I dont understand is why they have to struggle to have good nourishing meals? The caseworker said that because they havent raised the minimum wage guidelines, that is what is hurting us. Basically minimum wage used to be 5.15 an hour, now it is 6.85. Waitresses made 2.13 an hour and now make 3.43. So the 3.43 isnt far from the 5.15, so it makes it look like we can afford more. Who do I contact, to email or send a letter? Congressman, senator, mayor who would be the one to inform that ppl who want to work still need help? I am very desparate. I am struggling with bills, rent, gas, and food. I work and cant make it. Who do I tell? Thanx in advance to those who care!
2007-09-11
06:07:22
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