I am not able to recieve assistance either. My gas bill got so high here in missouri its not even funny! Is there somewhere i can go without being on welfare where they help you?
2006-09-19 12:13:56 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Financial Aid
Everyone is right. Don't avoidthe bill people. I am on a fixed income early retirement due to illness. It is not enough. Just be honest, straight forward with whom your speaking with whether it's ANY utility, Church, Outreach program or whatever. Look into relief for shelter, if that is a concern. Don't ACT like you think they want you to act ..You'll probably be wrong, like if you may be thinking surely a crying desperate mother will be approved. If you do cry, it's Ok.. your under bunches of stress right now...and it WILL change. Be yourself, or as I saw on a liscense plate, URUBU! I found it IS hard to ask for help, I've been independent (relatively) all my life. I'm 53. It sux, but you have a baby to care for and I'm alone. Big difference
Be ready to prove your income, (or sadly)..how poor you are , to any group you are asking help from. It is best to have too much info than have to go back home and wait in line again all day. Trust me atleast on THAT one!! These people normally understand. Keep your pride, and even though it is tuff sometimes, a good attitude. Don't be dramatic...be real.
I wish you well and good luck and God Bless you.
PS.. Also, have a budget with you (handwritten on paper is fine, usually...with what money comes in after taxes each month, and how you spend and how you spendi it. They might not like it if you have cell phone... or DSL or cable TV...you know "luxuries". They can show you ways to cut cost's as well. Things WILL get better, I know how hard it is now...but you will really will feel better once you have a "PLAN" that you and a counseler put together...together. It's not
just you trying to do it...someone is helping you..and that really feels good.
Bless you and your baby..
2006-09-20 12:27:27 · answer #1 · answered by laughing_is_easy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can call the gas company up for usually if you call and make a payment arrangement they will cooperate -its only when you ignore the bill(bills) that they will eventually turn it off-So its really important you call and explain your financial difficulty for once turned off there will be additional monies required to turn it back on. The Gas Co. also on thir bill asks people to contribute a small amt to help those nedding assistance so they do have funding or that purpose But if you need further help contact the nearest Catholic Church who has a St.Vincent De Paul Society Organization that helps those in financial difficulty with Utilities,Rent .Food and Clothing-when you call the church they may even have that no in their phone directory. Churches are usually a good source for temporary help esp the Catholic Church. They may require some proof for even they have limited funding and want to make sure it goes for those who need it. I know this for am a member. Will pray for the good Lord to see you through this dificult time.
2006-09-19 12:28:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would start by asking the utilities company and/or visiting their website. They make have a special program or at least some tips on how to conserve energy.
2006-09-19 12:16:42 · answer #3 · answered by Liza 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
and if all of the above are not enough, go to the welfare office, they do help people with utility problems with out the parent having to be on welfare.
2006-09-19 12:24:28 · answer #4 · answered by LatterDaySaint and loving it 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might wanna call your enegry company ask for a payment plan so you can at least get caught up..
2006-09-19 12:19:44 · answer #5 · answered by «~Mouse«~~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
churches sometimes help with that sort of thing..
2006-09-19 12:16:59 · answer #6 · answered by zzzzz 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋