Hello Pica

Hi Lisa,

I would try this for help with medicine

http://www.friendsofman.org/

What Friends of Man Does

Friends of Man provides the needy with the following; Food, Clothing, Medicine, Prostheses, Wheelchairs, Eyeglasses, Dentures, Medical Equipment, Daycare, Training and Education, Hearing Aids, and More!

http://www.pparx.org/

See if you are able to get help with pparx above with the medical costs .

Then see if you can get help from modestneeds.org to see if it will help you with rent and you can apply on line. There are other possiblities with help from rent here. It is hard to find help for rent as I have tried two years ago in CA but funds weren't there and still not there which doesn't help anyone. Try these and let's hope for the best

http://help-with-rent-security-deposit-utility-bills.starshine1.aidpage.com/

Good luck

Starshine

My name is Becky..We are a family of four, renting an apartment, we have never had to ask for help or fell behind on our bills untill recently.We dont have the rent paid for august whitch is due on the 1st! My boyfriend of 5 years and father of my kids was working full time and got laid off, he got put on unemployement and was suppose to recieve payments till december, well that isnt working out and they cut him off, now we are struggling to pay next months rent!  We would need around 900.00 to pay rent and excel,If theres anyone that can help us please do!   god bless everyone in our situations!   :-)

Summer Crisis Program

A special component of HEAP, the Summer Crisis Program provides summer cooling assistance for low-income elderly households and for Ohioans with qualifying medical conditions. The program applies to electric utilities only.

What are the benefits?

One-time payment assistance of up to $175 to be put towards:

• Electric bill payment,
• Air conditioning unit, or
• Fan

Who is eligible?

• You do not have to be enrolled in PIPP or have received a disconnection notice to be eligible for the Summer Crisis Program.
• Households must have a gross annual income of 200 percent of the federal poverty level and meet one of the following criteria:
  • Have a member of the household who is at least 60 years old; or
  • Provide physician documentation of medical necessity.

How do I sign up?

Applications for the Summer Crisis Program are accepted from July 1 through August 31. Contact your local community action agency to sign up.
www.puco.ohio.gov

Rental assistance in Sacramento, CA can be found at this online community directory: http://onefatherslove.com/Rental_Assistance_Sacramento.aspx

i had an accident while i was salmon fishing which resulted in losing my left eye. due to that i have not been able to work. now sent is due and i have no way to pay rent.

Have the babies daddy get a job.....what the fuck.....

You need to think of buying gold and silver bullions with your money.  There are homes that are for sale for less than 1 months rent in Detroit due to forclosure.  Since you are making rock bottom wages anyway, you may as well as go to Detroit and work part time for minimum wage knowing that at least you are now only having to pay for utilities and food.  Sure life will not be hunky dory, but you will have equity.  When the economy turns around, you will be able to sell it for a profit.  (And even if you don't, for a dollar a roof over your head is a bargain.) 

Hi Mindi

I know a lot of what you are experiencing. Recently my boyfriend lost his job and I am too a full time college student with 2 small children. I was forced to take on a part time job in addition to kids and school which is exausting. Anyways my big suggestion is to check with your local state office about getting on food stamps and cash assistance. They usually help. This will help get you through till maybe something on here can come through. Another thing is if you are not on the WIC program and your children are under 5 you should qualify check it out also at your local state office(or at least they will know where to tell you to go) anyways best of luck to you! Hopefully we both find what we are looking for.

There simply is none currently available.  I am currently where you are at this very moment.  Everything seems hopeful when you obtain leads for help, but once you arrive, the waiting lists are astronomical.  I too am at my wits end.

I noticed this was placed in 2007. Did you find help? Do you mind sharing your story as to how you survived? Others may find it helpful and inspiring.

well i need money to move deposit or is it some one behind in there house payment own there house need some one to take over in grandrapids michigan ..................dedee....reach me @ bookerdedee@hotmail.com thank you and God bless

Hi

 I am a mother of 6 daughters. My divorce was finalized in 2004. It was 2 years long. I have custody of all of my children. I live with my 2 youngest daughters father but combined income doesn't pay for all the bills. I am looking for some assistance in paying rent this month and next month. I am already 1 day late on my rent which is 1575 so now I have to pay 1625. I have aleady tried with the city welfare although we do qualify my landlord doesn't accept it. I am asking for some help as I do not want to have to be put out on the street for the winter time the shelters hear are maxed out. I can't move into a cheaper place becasue noby wants to take six children they rather just take the adults and one child and the dog.  Any one knows what to do please let  me know thanks.

I understand your situation bit you may want to swallow your pride and apply for public assistance as it you financially qualify.  I don't know, but it seems worth a shot.  Depending on what state you live you may qualify for the ESA (emergency shelter allowance).  This is a one time allowance in which the Welfare Office issues a check to your landlord provided you show ability to pay future rent (you are currently working).

I personally considered applying for a personal grant.  I think it is for $2500.  It sure worth trying. Good luck to you.

Hi

I lost my retired husband age 52 in 2006 due to a heartattack and he also had cancer, He was a big drinker everyday and night. He was not living at the home for the last years of his life and was supposed to be paying the bills. I was a stay at home mom so I had no income, about 3 months before he passed away he told me he did a chapter 13 and in 3 more months it would be out of the stay period, he had included the home in this and sign his part of the mortgage away but my name still remained but he had not paid on the Mortgage payments for 7 months before he did the chapter 13 unknown to me. When he passed away I went through papers he had and found the lawyer he used for the chapter 13 and I called her and asked how could he do this without me signing anything (the chapter13) I was told he didnt need to because he was signing away his responsibility to the Mortgage, I ask her when the stay was up and I was told any day. I right away called the Mortgage lender and talked this out with them the papers for foreclosure was on their desk ready to go to their lawyer but had not yet and I ask if I could pay the arrearage and was told yes, so I use the small insurance check I got from what he had from he had work, I was so glad I had that check to pay for that and at least i would not lose my home.

I soon found out He also was having the water bill tagged to the property taxes which was years 2004-2006. I had no idea of any of this until he passed away, I managed to pay 2004 and now IM trying to pay 2005 and its not looking good it 1,400 and I have until March 31st 2008 I only get half of what he was getting from his retirement 1,60.00 The County can't help me (DHS) because they said they have to pay all back property taxes due they cant just pay 1 year and it goes over the amount they allow of 2,000.

IM trying hard to pay everything my Mortgage with is only 289.00 a month but its very hard to do everything on small amount I get seeing I have other bills also and have to eat I can only get 29.00 a month in food help from the county, and no cash help. I also was left with a home that is really bad holes all over in walls from being punched by him and big windows with air leaks in all windows, no proper flooring its all come up broken cupboards that look embarrassing and its just the whole house it looks so bad IM embarrassed to have any1 over. The basement is full of stuff if something wasn't any good he would throw it down there and thru the years its just pack with junk that's no good. I cant even buy clothes or other things I need, its really bad

I cant need any credit at all because he wasn't paying anything and when I was paying for my credit that was in my name I no longer that the funds when he left the home, I was getting no money from him only a few here and there to get some food but not enough of that to get thru the month. No one will touch me and all I want is a chance to either get a loan so I can fix the house up just enough to have it look nice, and pay off bills such as property taxes and catch Mortgage up 3 months worth. I know this sounds unreal but I can supply pictures of rooms throughout my home as embarrassing as it is, but I have to do something Im so depressed and dont want to do anything far as going places, just so unhappy and losing my husband also even though we was not living together and all he did I still feel bad today because he died and im just lost to all, and don't know what to do im scared I might lose my home if things don't get better, even though its not much its all I have.

Does anyone have any help or idea how I can do this? I need help fast and I just can't seen to find any.

I feel ya on your situation it sounds just like mine, all we need is a little help to get caught up and ill probably never have to ask people for help again. Then i can start helping other people.. I would love to be well enough off that i could help someone else..

I don't have an answer for you but I do have a comment. I am a little upset about the help that there is available. I can't believe that there is nothing out there to help. I am in the same situation. I owe over $4000 in rent because of a mistak that my apartment complex made. It's subsidized housing and they lost a paper of mine that said no one in my house was no longer working so they are charging me rent based on 30% of earned income when there was none. I am wondering how we(the government) can pay for so many things such as trail groomers for snowmobiles, federal cllege aid for students that only stay in college long enough to get the checks and to keep people off the streets in other countries when we can't seem to help those right here in our own country. I might be ok if I could get the child support that is owed to me but I guess we don't need to support our children during the divorce becausde I don't get anything until the divirce papers are signed. So if he never signs the papers, I don't get support. I can tell you this....WHEN I get out of this mess, I am going to do something, if I have to do it alone to get people to understand that we need alot more things than nicely groomed trails for our snowmobilers or frat parties for college students. My email is pogey_girl@yahoo.com if you would like to send me a comment about this. Good luck to you and I hope you don't lose your house.

sandy6 , Elaine deserves much praise for her helping others and giving me wonderful resources. You are so right, Emil and Ivan have given us a great opportunity to help each other ! soulight

Dear Soulight, Elaine from tsa told me to look at your site, so I need to thank so many,Elaine has just been a sweet heart. also want to thank Emil and Ivan, it's so nice to know there are people who Care. A big Thank you to all the people, thank you aidpage, and aidmate, May God bless all of you.I believe in prayer,With God's help ,all of us will get what we need sandy6

Hi sandy6 I have heard of some sites that charge a fairly large fee . I like the concept of people helping people much better. Emil and Ivan have given us all the opportunity to post on Aidpages for free , and I am so thankful that I can do what is in my heart and help my fellow Aidmates out ! Thank you for praying for me too ! soulight

memytoys I have heard that itis very expensive to live in Autralia . Unfortunately , I don't know anything more about your country ,but I will keep you in my prayers . soulight

Dear soulight, Thank you so much for all the information you have up on the aid page for everyone to see,I don't no if you no this but alot of people are charging alot of money for the information you have given for free. Thank you and I will pray for you also and I'am sure when people on the aidpage get this information they will thank you from the bottom of their hearts May God Bless and take care of you. Thinking about you Sandy6

Dear soulight, Thank you very much for your thoughts, it seems you are in USA, perhaps I should have clarified I am in Australia. Also on question on medication we have a health care card which helps a lot, however it still costs us $70 to $80 per month for medications, once again Thank you for your care J & N

Thank you for the very helpful links , sshea1 ! soulight

I need help paying my rent.  My boyfriend is disabled and we can't get any help for him. I had a job making $7.00 an hour and things were starting to look up but then I lost that job.  I just now found a new job making$6.95 and hour and now I have fallen behind in my rent I owe two months and they want to evict us within a couple of weeks.  I promise pay back anyone who helps as much as I can.  I am also facing health problems of my own but I go out to work eveyday.  I just need help.  I want to believe that people still care about others.  My name is Karrie and I'm  35 years old. I need about $1500.00 to get caught up.

I recently came into some problems where my disability got cut off so now i can't pay my rent when isay disability i mean a mental disability i hear and see things and i'm bypolar i just need some time time to fix my problems so ican get my disability back on so my fincial situation would be like before i got an eviction notice and i don't know how long before they actually put me out i won't have any where to go please help

Hello, HUD has several programs. Below are a few through the USDA. HUD may have one that might fit your need. God Bless
Self Help housing
Housing Assitance Council
Information on the 502 program through USDA
Renters assistance
Remodeling
Free Landlord Forms
Rehab Tips
Website Links to help you start and run your business and rental properties
203 K program through HUD

I have a home on the southside of Chicago that has recently gone into foreclosure. I have no job and have had tenants in there who hopefuly are gone out of the house. I do not have any help in fixing it up and want to know if anyone knew any way to turn this situation around. Does anyone know or have any suggestion of what I can do quickly. I have served notice to the tenants in January. A lawyer is presently working on the eviction and I'll have my brother go by there tomorrow to see if he sees anyone in the house or if anyone would answer. I would appreciate any help that anyone may offer. Thank you red1

SOURCES TO GO TO FOR : FREE HELP FIXING YOUR HOME

• FREE HELP WITH PAYING RENT
• housing help for the disabled
• Finding low income housing
• housing for seniors
• low income housing support
•  sources for helping you so that you don't lose your house, if you can't afford the mortgage
• Learn about HUD housing

 

07/28/09

New information about universal design and accessibility options and plans for those of us with disabilities :

http://www.disability.gov/housing/accessibility_%26_universal_design

07/07/09

Here are some of the things that you can get help with as a disabled/senior person from the National Home Modification Program : * Please note : I am not sure if this program is for both the disabled and seniors. It may be only for seniors. Please check each program that you find for your state for details.

 

"HOME MODIFICATION refers to converting or adapting the environment to make tasks easier, reduce accidents, and support independent living. Examples of home modification include:

• Lever door handles that operate easily with a push
• Handrails on both sides of staircase and outside steps
• Ramps for accessible entry and exit
• Walk-in shower
• Grab bars in the shower, by the toilet, and by the tub
• Hand-held, flexible shower head
• Lever-handed faucets that are easy to turn on and off
• Sliding shelves and lazy susan in corner cabinet
• C or D ring handles on cabinet doors and drawers for easy gripping"

06/ 22/09 

FOR NON - ELDERLY DISABLED  FAMILIES : VOUCHERS TO GET OUT OF A NURSING HOME INTO YOUR OWN PLACE

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today joined President Obama's commemoration of the 10th anniversary of the Supreme Court's Olmstead decision by announcing rental assistance to 4,000 non-elderly families with disabilities, including 1,000 vouchers specifically targeted to those transitioning out of nursing homes and other care facilities.

This information has recently been updated, and can be read by visiting this link:  http://www.disabilityinfo.gov/digov-public/public/DisplayPage.do?parentFolderId=118

 

 

 01/18/09

Will our new change of government be able to turn the housing situation around for the disabled , single parents , seniors , ethnic minorities and low income households ? We all hope and pray that it will .

There is a huge uphill battle ahead , but things do have to change somehow. With our new government coming up soon , we all need to pray for the people who are so courageous to take the reins with our country in such a state as it is. God Bless Barak Obama and his staff as they bravely fight the fight.Here is a "state of the housing market" as it is right now for many people in our country :

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090118/ap_on_bi_ge/housing_thirty_eight_percent

07/14/08

Here is a new source for looking for housing . It looks great ! I hope it works for you.

http://www.shelterlistings.org/

01/21/08

HERE is a great free downpayment program ! See if you qualify .

Congratulations on taking your first step toward owning your own home!

We'll give you 2% to 10% down payment on your home purchase, depending on your needs.

PIC is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping you become a homeowner. Our mission is to gift down payments to qualified buyers and help the community as a result. PIC provides a down payment with no repayment and no second mortgage or lien of any type. It is a true gift to you! 

http://www.partnersincharity.org/new_site/

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MODIFICATION PROGRAMS AND FUNDING FOR THE DIFFERENTLY ABLED

Different types of funding programs may be available depending on the type of home modification you need. grants etc for fixing up house/apartment
help you find local hud office where you apply for help for things like roof repair/bathroom remodel (for handicap access etc income must be less then 80% of median income of area.

HOME REPAIR ASSISTANCE

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ANOTHER PROGRAM ABOUT THE DISABLED AND HOUSING CHALLENGES

If our government  would provide more  in the way of finances for the disabled ,we wouldn't need this site. Since we do need the site , here it is :

OPENING DOORS - A HOUSING INITUATIVE FOR THE DISABILITY COMMUNITY

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Here are possible places you can look if you need help to pay for needed home modifications:

If the work is prescribed by your doctor you may be able to claim a Medical deduction on your Form 1040 income tax return. 

Get contributions/donations/in-kind work from others (family members, Kiwanis Club, Rotary Club, other private foundations or community service groups, churches, sorority/fraternity service organizations or craftsmen's unions).

Under the Technology Related Assistance to Individuals with Disabilities Act of 1988 (Tech Act), many states have programs that offer assistance on evaluating equipment and locating funds.

 Ask your local Center for Independent Living for information on funding and resources that support "independent living in the community".

Funds may be available for home modifications under a Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services Waiver in your state. Contact your county welfare office for Medicaid eligibility.

Call your local Social Security office to see if any of the equipment you need might be covered under Medicare.

If you or your spouse is a veteran, call your local VA to see if funding is available.

Contact your local public housing authority (Office of Community Services, Supportive Services, Section 8, etc.). Ask, "Is there low income assistance available for housing modifications for people with disabilities?"

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HUD's National Servicing Center (Scroll down for more HUD information )

The goal of HUD's National Servicing Center is to help FHA homeowners by working with lenders to find creative solutions to avoid foreclosure. We also provide direction and training to lenders and Housing Counseling agencies, who are then better able to provide assistance to homeowners.

 For assistance call toll-free (888) 297-8685

(http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/nsc/nschome.cfm)

Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America

 This is a non-profit housing services and community advocacy organization. Helps with refinancing to avoid foreclosure.

(http://www.naca.com)

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FOR LOW INCOME , VERY LOW INCOME , AND SENIORS

Rebuilding Together's mission is to preserve and revitalize houses and communities, assuring that low-income homeowners, from the elderly and disabled to families with children, live in warmth, safety, and independence. In partnership with communities, our goal is to make a sustainable impact.

We make this impact through providing necessary repairs free of charge to existing homeowners. These necessary repairs often include home modifications, roofing, plumbing, and electrical repairs and/or improvements - our goal is to provide a warm, safe and dry environment for low-income homeowners , enabling them to live independently and with dignity.

PAGE TO FIND A PROGRAM NEAR YOU

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FOR PEOPLE WHO LIVE IN RURAL AREAS : HELP PAYING RENT , HOUSING REPAIR ASSISTANCE AND GRANTS FOR OBTAINING A HOME

http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/rhs/common/indiv_intro.htm

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Community Action Agencies 

 often help with housing needs , including weatherization and other housing repairs. Find one near you and see what they offer :

FIND A COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY NEAR YOU

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Weatherization and Weatherization Plus programs

help low income , elderly and disabled with weather proofing your home ,and some programs now include assistance with making you home a safer place to live .

Check out what is avalable in your area by using the map on this page : 

GOVERNMENT WEATHERIZATION PROGRAMS BY STATE

 HOW DO I APPLY FOR WEATHERIZATION ?

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This is for RURAL VERY LOW INCOME only.

Please read carefully and go to the page link for complete information .

Applicant Eligibility -for LOANS and GRANTS

To find a Rural repair loan or grant near you , use the following map :

SEARCH MAP

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  More low income and very low income housing assistance :

RURAL HOME DOT ORG LINKS BY STATE

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HELP WITH PAYING FOR RENT IF YOU ARE NOT ELDERLY , BUT YOU ARE DISABLED

HELP PAYING RENT IF YOU ARE DISABLED

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AmeriCares HomeFront

works in certain areas in Connecticut and New York . This includes Fairfield, Hartford and New Haven Counties in Connecticut, as well as Westchester County, NY.

HOW TO GET HELP -HOME OWNERS GUIDELINES.

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Looking For  LOW INCOME Housing

"I am looking for housing that is affordable. Who can help me? As a policy advocacy organization, NLIHC is not able to provide direct assistance to people looking for affordable housing.  However, there are places you can look for help.

Every member of Congress has a staff member whose job it is to assist the people they represent, that is, their constituents with issues such as the ones you are facing. This person should know the local community and how you can best go about finding the services you need.

To find your member of Congress,enter your ZIP code in the "Contact Congress" box below, or on NLIHC's home page. You will see a picture of your Representative, and under his or her picture will be a link that says info.  Click that link to get the phone number of the main district office.  Another link will give you the numbers of additional district offices; call the one that is nearest to you.   Ask for the person who handles constituent services. Explain your situation, and ask for suggestions on how to best access affordable housing in your district.  The constituent caseworker should be able to point you in the right direction or suggest resources in your area. "

Here is the site of the NLIHC , which stands for National Low Income Housing Coalition :

http://www.nlihc.org/template/page.cfm?id=51

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Another search for affordable housing , by state housing authority links .

A housing authority generally has two types of assistance available: Section 8 vouchers and affordable apartments.  This is not a complete listing of all that is available in each state , but it is a place to start in your search.

http://www.affordablehousingonline.com/housingauthoritysearch.asp

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Another search for local housing agencies.

 Make sure you find out if you qualify for a "housing choice voucher" which pays for 60% of your rent . 

http://apartments.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?zi=1/XJ&sdn=apartments&cdn=homegarden&tm=60&gps=178_506_1276_906&f=10&su=p284.8.150.ip_&tt=2&bt=0&bts=0&zu=http%3A//www.hud.gov/offices/pih/pha/contacts/index.cfm

Go here to find out what a housing choice voucher is :

http://www.hud.gov/offices/pih/programs/hcv/about/fact_

This site by About dot com has great information for finding affordable housing .

It also explains what the different programs are and how to apply for them . Another good page by the people at About dot com.

http://apartments.about.com/od/publichousin1/Affordable_Housing_and_Public_Housing.htm

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If you have HUD housing , or you want to find out about it , here is a page that has links for every state :

http://www.hud.gov/local/index.cfm

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More information about finding affordable housing(rental) , by state , county and town/city :

http://www.apartmentsmart.com/

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INFORMATION ABOUT HUD HOUSING HELP FOR THOSE OF US WHO ARE DISABLED.

(Taken directly from the HUD site , which is in the public domain, as listed here  http://www.hud.gov/assist/webpolicies.cfm ) :

People with Disabilities

Information by State  Print version   Want More Information?   Veterans with disabilities   Healthy Homes and lead hazard control   Local office directory Related Information   Independent living centers   Federal Relay Service   Social Security   Employment rights   Americans with Disabilities Act   Disability Info.gov   Center for Universal Design   Section508.gov   United States Access Board   GovBenefits Learn about renting, buying and making your home accessible, and about your Fair Housing rights. Help   Find a housing counselor near you - free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages. Renting   Renting - tips and programs   Get rental help in your state - find subsidized apartments, public housing agencies and other state and local resources Buying   Buying a home - what everyone needs to know about buying a home   Let FHA loans help you   Homeownership where you live - find local resources and programs that can help you buy and maintain a home Home Repair Programs   FHA's 203k loan - this loan for fixer-uppers can also be used to make improvements for accessibility   Property improvement loan (Title 1)   More about home improvement and grant programs   Local home repair programs Fair Housing   Disability rights and resources   The Fair Housing Act   Housing discrimination complaints   Accessibility housing design

The links above don't work , but you can use them as a reference for what is on the page , then click here ! :

http://www.hud.gov/groups/disabilities.cfm

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MORE POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE FOR HOUSING :

CATHOLIC CHARITIES

http://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=292&srcid=193

CO-ABODE FOR SINGLE MOMS

The CoAbode Single Mothers House Sharing can be your relief and source of support!

We present you with opportunities so you can:

afford a better house or apartment, within a safer school district

halve the cost of rent and overhead expenses, freeing up much needed resources

lighten the burden of daily chores such as cooking, grocery shopping, laundry, homework, carpooling and child supervisions so that you are less tired and stressed out and better able to provide for your kids and yourself

divorced moms can hang on to the family home by bringing in a mom roommate to help cover expenses

give those in abusive situations support and strength so they can escape knowing there is another mom there to pool resources with and get emotional support

Co-Abode site for more information and oportunities for single moms :

http://www.co-abode.com/howitworks.php

MORE HELP WITH MORTGAGE PAYMENT

HOME EQUITY LOSS PREVENTION PROGRAM (HELP)

If you are behind on your loan, a housing counselor may be able to intervene on your behalf with your lender in order to come to a resolution that will ultimately bring your loan current. Our HELP program has established relationships with 43 major lenders in the U.S. in order to better serve our clients in getting their loans out of foreclosure. Last year, we assisted over 4800 families in working out repayment plans, forbearance plans, loan modifications, refinances and partial claims, which allowed these families to keep the equity that they built in their homes!!!

Another page that has beginning information about paying for your mortgage when you have financial challenges :

http://what-do-i-do-if-i-can-t-pay-my-mortgage.app-sl-1.aidpage.com/

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FOR MORE FREE HELP AND IDEAS FOR ALL AREAS OF YOUR LIFE , CLICK HERE :

MORE PAGES FOR FREE HELP

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Single mom and need help paying my rent

Hi.  My name is Mindi.  My husband and I have run into some unforseen problems lately.  He lost his job and his current job only pays 250 a week.  My husband is the sole provider for our family of five.  I currently returned to college and am unable to work because I have three small children to look after.  If anyone can help us with the bills we have fallen behind on, or if anyone knows how to find some financial assistance, we both would be greatly indebted.  We want to teach our children the importance of education by setting good examples for our children. 

I am a single mother of two boys-ages 3 and 4.  I am currently working as a cena in a nursing home.  My wages do not allow me to pay my rent of $585, and keep the lights on too.  My fiance lost his job do to shortage of work, and we are behind in our rent.  Since we have been such good renters for two years, our landlord has been patient with us up until this point.  We just got custody of my fiance's 10 year old daughter in January of this year because her mother is a meth addict.  We have no where to go if we are evicted, and we are so ashamed and disgusted that we cannot even provide for our own children.  I want to go to school to become an LPN but cannot afford to go part-time at work to attend classes.  My fiance has been looking for work every day that I don't work, but it seems that there is nobody hiring for a certified diesel mechanic.  And just today the brakes went out on our car.  We work so hard, and it seems like as soon as we take one step forward, we fall two steps back.  If we had some financial help to pay off some of our past debts, and catch up on rent and other bills, it could buy us some time until my fiance can find a job.  I can't do it all by myself.  Where is the help out there?