i really need your support right now in everyway. christmas is coming and it makes me sad because i can't make my 8 year old happy i break down into tears what can i do please help me.
2006-12-03 08:17:41 · 8 answers · asked by e m 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
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2006-12-03 08:20:12 · answer #1 · answered by Mrs. Bass 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are eligible for aid for you and your child so head over to your local departmrent of human services and find out exactly what assistance you are eligible for. The look at local volunteer centers/churches etc. and expalin your dilemma. There are many toys for tots and gifts for needy families programs this time of year and it's still early so maybe you can get on the list. After you do this, look for a job using the venues the other's listed in this forum. Oh, Catholic Charities may be able to help with financial issues as they have tons of social service programs and you do not have to be Catholic to participate so try them first. Good luck and no matter what keep up a positive attitude for your daughters sake. This is a temporary situation and will turn around in time so do not be discouraged. My prayers are with you....
2006-12-03 08:29:55 · answer #2 · answered by cheri 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off, call the Salvation Army where you live (they're online and in the phone book). They can point you towards services, usually have a food program, and a Christmas toy giveaway for your child.
Next off, time to call your local Social Services office - if you're not on food stamps, you can get on (to make sure you and your child are fed while you're job shopping).
Are you enrolled on unemployment? If not, time to do it.
Jobs -- lots of us have been in this spot, and have had to take that low-paying job to make ends meet. Know that none of this is permanent - just a way to keep you on your feet until you find something better. If you know someone else for whom money is tight, a roommate would make it easier to pay the rent, so if there's someone you would trust around your child (like another mother you know well in a similar spot), it can't hurt to ask. Good luck!
2006-12-03 08:29:44 · answer #3 · answered by peculiarpup 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of the better-paying part-time jobs is as a secretary. It pays more and is somewhat more respectable than working as a waitress or a cashier. Clerical work is very easy to learn, and after a while, it can become pretty fun. Go around to some corporate offices near you and ask if they need an office assistant or a receptionist. Good luck to you.
2006-12-03 08:22:02 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
why are you not on some kind of public assistance? you could also try the salvation army they help out families at Christmas time by giving them food and toys for the kids.
2006-12-03 08:23:29 · answer #5 · answered by here to help 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i know how you feel because i am looking for a job too. i am homeless and sleeping on my parents couch .i went to social services and they helped me some .go get some help wherever you can get it. there is help out there for people who desperately need it.good luck to you!
2006-12-03 08:22:28 · answer #6 · answered by IT'S JUST ME ! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what about waitresing you would make enough just on tips and you dont need any qaulifications for that type of job
2006-12-03 08:20:28 · answer #7 · answered by jericho sland 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
check out www.craigslist.com for your area. They have all kinds of jobs - temporary, part time, full time, etc.
2006-12-03 08:21:07 · answer #8 · answered by chanel217 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋