no insurance and pregnant??

Question

I am 21 years old in my first trimester and in three weeks I will be leaving the military and going home to northern california. I will be Homeless (Ill be living with different relatives) I wont have a job for a while, and I am bringing a baby into this world........are there programs for single moms like me? and please respond with rude comments because I DID use birth control it just didn't do me any good. Im not talking about giving my baby up I just need to know some programs that can help me get on my feet....any help is appreciated!

i havent told the father yet because he already has two children and he's the type of guy that would deny it was his....thank you for the informational answers ........this helps a lot.

oops I meant dont respond with negative answers.......hmm sorry about that

I am going to get a job.....I have to find one first.....thanks for thinking Im begging though.....Notice I didnt say please pay for me. I said please help me get on my feet. I am not a scumball ive spent the last 3 years serving in your military! Getting out was not my decision but my doctors because of a medical condition I have. By the way I've paid my own way since I was 15 im not a begger. So uninformed gees

Answer 1

Hey if you got med boarded out of the military, You can go to VA. They will give you healthcare. You will probably draw unemployment for at least 6 months. Contact your department of labor and they have various prgrams for people that are drawing unemployment. Thats after you get out.
Before you get out make sure you have your par 1 and part 2 physical done. Make sure you document every little thing. Having your physicals done, you will get you money faster. (va money)
You can apply for wic, also. Once you apply for federal aid, (welfare) they will make you tell look for the babys father. So be prepared for that. Lastly and very important. CONTACT DAV. Disabled american Veterans they know all kinds of programs etc. such as Voc Rehab will send you to school, but thats just one of the programs. Dont give up.... It is scary but it will get better.

Answer 2

Since you are leaving the military there are programs for soldiers getting out to help you transition back into the civilian world...get with your chain of command, FRG, or ACS for help. Go to ACAP since they help soldiers find a job...you have an easier chance of getting a good paying job like at the gate on base they make awesome money or the post office because you have military to back you up unless you are being dishonorable discharged then yes finding a job will be hard for you.

Since you knew what kind of person the father is, that should have been a redlight to you not have a sexual relation with him knowing the fact he would deny the child.

WIC only provides milk, eggs, cheese, juice, infant formula and cereal nothing else. You can apply for food stamps but not sure if you would qualify for that being in the military at this moment.

If I am not mistaken Tricare will cover you for an extended amount of days after you leave the military...call and check into it. I am surprised you being a soldier that you do not know all your resources that you have available to you on base.

Answer 3

I hope you don't get any mean comments.

Here is my suggestion.

Called Planned Parenthood.

Okay I know you are probably thinking It is a bit late for that BUT...they are a really great resource for everything to do with women's reproductive health. If you make an appointment and explain your situation they can help you fine the resources you need to get a plan.

I'm sure people are going to respond to my answer by telling you they will talk you into an abortion or into giving the baby up but that is just not true. They are there to help what ever decision you make. And they are a great choice for you when it comes to follow up care after the baby also...providing annual exams, breast exams, pap smears etc.

There are planned parenthood branches almost everywhere so I'll bet you'll be able to find one in Northern California.

Planned Parenthood is not a "Pro-Abortion" organization. They are a "Pro-Choice" organization. You have made your choice and I'm sure they will help you execute your plan.

Good Luck and God Bless you and that little one.

Answer 4

WEll go to the local wlefare office....Its a start. There is nothing wrong with using it to get back on your feet. You joined the military...check withthem for any help also. The welfare system DOES have great options for young moms. They can provide you with the health care coverage you will need for youself and for the baby, try WIC also they will help with some of the food issues.

Dont let people get yo u down they are only people. Thank you reaching out and asking for help. Staying with relatives is easier fi you show them your not out to mooch, plus ut make you feel better when you acheive goals. Focus on your specialties, if you good with money then try accounting or a bank for a job. If you good with arts and crafts check out your local museum. Just dont get too depressed...there are others out there who are, have been, going thrut he same thing.

Answer 5

It's too late now, but here's a suggestion for the future... if you think a guy is such a slime ball that he would end up denying a child, DON'T sleep with him!!!! Don't sleep with people who wouldn't make a good husband or father - just in case a baby results! Of course, imo, waiting until marriage is the best bet. But anyway, why won't you have a job for a while? Lots of places are hiring. Find any job, even if it's at some fast food place, any where to get yourself some income, and hopefully your own apartment one day. Plenty of single moms work two or more jobs and survive. Good luck to you and your baby.

Answer 6

See if there is a local social service office in your area. They can help direct you to well baby programs and the like that should offer some assistance to you and your developing baby in terms of health care and food. They will also be aware of other programs that provide childcare after the birth so that you can complete school or get work.

Good luck! You sound like you can make it to me you've got a positive attitude.

Answer 7

first of all, what you need to do, is apply for wic. that will help put food in your mouth, and in the mouth of your child. If you are in the military, you should report that you are pregnant, and see if your military insurance will move with you after you have gotten out. the military isn't giving you some kind of severance pay? I've never heard of that, but you need to check with your commanding officer,and find out what the military does offer once a soldier gets out. good luck on your pregnancy!

Answer 8

i did not have my first prenatal appointment until eventually i replaced into 13 weeks. That replaced into the starting up of my 2d trimester, and each and every thing replaced into wonderful. heavily, no matter if that is bothering you a lot - i ought to easily pass to the well-being branch and tell them, yeah, you gave me an appointment, yet it really is in a month from now and that i won't be able to attend that lengthy because of the very shown reality that I have already had a miscarriage. Then deliver all of your place of work artwork in again, qualified mail. they are going to prefer to signal for this and also you need to get affirmation that they received this, so that they could't deny you probably did not deliver it. Congrats and good success!

Answer 9

You should go to the local Department of Human Services (DHS)
and explain your situation and ask what kind of assistance you would be eligible for......there will be a lot of long, yucky paperwork to fill out, and probably long waits in less than pleasant waiting areas but worth it----get on the phone and start calling numbers, you'll get someone eventually. Also, there is a program here in oklahoma that provides cereal, milk, cheese, for ppregnant women...its called wic (women, infants, children) I would ask about that also....Anyways, state assistance is what you need to look into--they could probably help with housing too, although it wouldnt be anything you would want to do long term--use it to help you get on your feet.....Oh and THANKYOU for serving for us........

Answer 10

There are lots of programs out there. WIC & Medicaid are the 2 you should look into first. Especially medicaid because it is so important that you get prenatal care. I was turned down for medicaid because they said my husband made too much money. I went their website & looked at the guidelines & he did NOT make too much money. I printed out the info from their website & they had to let me have it.
Depending on who your caseworker is, it may or may not be hard to get it, but don't let them turn you down, do your research about it.
Too many people get it who don't need it, those of us going through difficult situations with no insurance deserve the same benefits as......