| richardhutnik said: I had been thinking about my life, and how vulnerable I am to things going south. I have a feeling if things break wrong for me, and I end up losing where I am staying now, and word got on here, I have a feeling I might get some "That sucks man" but would I really get any help? I could get some inane spin how voting Obama out would magically make things better, but really folks? I could also send resume somewhere, but would it translate into a job? I am at a place where I am not sure what else to do, and running out of options. Anyone have answers? I will take a lack of resolution as a no, and believe anyone else who begins to think people on the Internet like this are really friends for you, needs to rethink what the Internet is. Anyhow, anyone have any help? Hey, feel free to send me a message. As it is now, I would love to be proven wrong, but I am not expecting anything. Still doesn't mean I can't use some help. |
Unlike you, I have fallen through the cracks.
While my situation wasn't the same as yours, I was terminated from my employer then I ended up with a bad reference that killed my best opportunity for a job. Then, I became the primary care giver for my terminally ill father. After about three years I attempted to get back into the workforce but three years had passed and no one was giving me the time of day. I continued to try to become gainfully employed, but few companies ever contacted me. I did some work on the side for money, but not enough to sustain me.
In August I lost my housing, not because I didn't have money or couldn't afford it, but my landlord decided that they no longer wanted to rent their house to anyone (it's a second home they had bought for a similar purpose). The timing could not be worse as college students are returning and either people are looking for college students, people who can show employment, or people willing or capable of signing at least a 6 month lease.
Physically, I'm in a similar situation as you are. I have alignment issues that either cause problems in my back or in my legs and feet. Unlike your situation, my doctor informed me that my situation wasn't a disability due to the fact that it isn't permanent. The problem is I can't stay on my feet for very long, and I have to be careful about sitting for long periods of time. The latter however is more workable than the former.
I have a large family, 6 siblings, but for various reason no one can help me. So I live in my car now.
What I recommend is proactively seek out a safety net before you find yourself in a bad situation. Don't be afraid to live in room, rather than an apartment as you'll save yourself a lot of money (check craigslist). Consider obtaining a student loan and going back to school for additional education. You're currently not eligible for food stamps, but when you do move out you may be. It may depend on your state and the current unemployment in your state.
What specifically is wrong with your back? Depending on what is wrong, a chiropractor may be able to assist you. I was once bent over in a C due to a bulging disc, and with the help of a chiropractor am in better shape than I was more than a decade ago. You may not obtain permanent relief, but you may be able to function better with routine manipulations.
Hope some of this helps.
