i used to be.
when my parents got divorced,
and my mom couldnt feed us.
but then she got a better job,
and now we're doing fine.
2006-09-27 13:00:28 · 16 answers · asked by IDNTGIVASHT 6 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
You have nothing to be ashamed of, thats what it is there for. Bad things happen to good people sometimes. Glad your family is doing better now!
No, I have never had to but if the bottom was to fall out of things I guess I would sign up if need be.
2006-09-27 13:05:10 · answer #1 · answered by noname 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes. I'm currently on the program where I get cash assistance. It's still under the label of Food Stamps. But I'm on disability and unable to work, at least for now. I don't abuse the system, I'm very grateful for it. It appalls me that people blatantly abuse the system whether it's the Food Stamp Program or Welfare or Medicaid or any Federally based Social Service Program.
2006-09-27 13:41:30 · answer #2 · answered by angelcat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Never in my life. And I hope I'm never in a situation where I'll need to be. I did work in a grocery store for 5 years and it was so sad to see how many people abused the system... and were open about it. Shame on them! There are people who really need it, like you and your mom... that's a tough financial strain you must have gone through.
2006-09-27 13:06:49 · answer #3 · answered by ☆skyblue 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I am now. I work for a non-profit organization and am paid very little. I'm supposed to be living at the same level as the people we serve (poverty). I get foodstamps because I only earn enough each month to pay for my rent and my car, nothing extra. I don't even mind it. It's great to not have to stress about how I'm going to pay for groceries.
2006-09-27 13:06:21 · answer #4 · answered by BeckyLee 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, I was once when I got laid off from my job. I got them for one month and as soon I went to work, the very first day, before I got my first paycheck, somebody called and reported me. And they cut me off. Baby I'm not ashamed of that fact. If the federal government can feed and take care of people overseas, surely they can provide some food for the US citizens. I took 'em and I'll take "em again if I have too. Some people act as if they are ashamed to have to accept food stamps. Like " since I can't help it, ---I'll grudginly ask for help" ... Baby if my income drops below poverty again, I'll be happy to sign up. I'm not gonna starve...
2006-09-27 13:06:33 · answer #5 · answered by sleepyhead 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
that is what the program is set up for, and your family used it appropriately. years ago i used the food stamp program for the same reason, and it certainly helped..... but i see abuses like people buying shrimp, steak, and lobster with food stamps, clearly not the intended purpose. i'm glad that the program was there to help your family when you were in need, and happy to hear you are fine now....best of luck in the future!
2006-09-27 13:14:46 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes when i was younger and broke my leg and could not work. it helped me for the time i was not working. it is a good program for people that really need assistance ....at that time it did not pay for paper goods ,household supplies that are needed, which make it very hard to deal with. i understand that now they do give a certain amount for those needed household items, which is also a big help
2006-09-27 13:06:21 · answer #7 · answered by churchonthewayseniors 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-18 02:34:44 · answer #8 · answered by shine 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is nothing to be ashamed of. Everyone needs some help sometimes. I am glad you are doing fine and that you shared with us.
2006-09-27 13:07:32 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have been fortunate in that respect. I've only had to draw unemployment a couple of times.
2006-09-27 13:04:32 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋