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Comment on: Does God give us more than we can handle?

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W 44 hours ago

 in response to Singing Blue Flower...   

Thank you Singing Blue Flower (BTW LOVE the name!)

You are absolutely right.

But I think it is pride and fear that prevents us from asking for help. To me, to ask for help was always a sign of weakness. But in reality it is not. To reach out and touch another is a sign of strength. It gives someone else the opportunity  to move out of their comfort zone, to help. But to ask God for help, I was always taught, God helps those who help themselves.  So here I am struggling all these years with no help. Too afraid, too proud to ask and when I finally did, I was denied and rejected by the people I ( at times) entrusted my very life to. Family, friends, even the church turned their backs on me. I know the pain of rejection from those closest to you. Nothing cuts deeper. 

It took me years to realize ( and I am still learning) that not everyone is like this and what I have been taught is not necessarily true. You are right. We are co-creators. It is not God's fault we have been denied, the people I chose to seek help from - they were the ones at fault. But in my case, it made me stronger. God and I still have our disagreements, but I have a better understanding of how things work. I still have a very long way to go, but He and the angels he has put in my life are patient and kind. They understand I am human and capable of making a multitude of mistakes before I finally get it right. I just pray I get it right before too much time has passed!  ;) 

 Thank you for being here. 

Comment on: MOTHERS DAY

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W 45 hours ago

 in response to ekikaseven...   

Thank you Ekika!

 That is what I am talking about! How many others out there have a friend who has been a mom to them? Please, post your stories, or notes of appreciation for your mom, and the "other moms" who have been with us, and underappreciated . 

 

In a side note, I want to thank all my moms, here. You have guided me, helped me, prayed for me, taught me, and encouraged me. I have learned so much from so many people I have met on this site. Some I have met in passing, others have been a part of my life much longer. But each in their own way has left a lasting impression. So to each of you, thank you, for taking the time to be a part of my life. May each of you be as blessed as I have been. 

MOTHERS DAY

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on May 10, 2008

Tomorrow is Mothers day here in the US. For many that means calling their mom, for others that means a day of being pampered.But what about those who express "mom-like" qualities and are never acknowledged for it simply because they have not given birth? What about the single male parents raising children alone? What about the grandmothers, aunts, cousins, brothers, sisters, or friends raising children or even taking care of someone, simply because they choose to?

But what is a mother?

To me, my mom is my best friend, confidante, comfortor and my champion. She doesn't always know what to say, but she knows her presence is sometimes enough. She knows how to cook anything and complements me even when I don't. She knows how to mend a broken heart and when to toss the garbage to the curb. She knows when to make me laugh and when to let me cry. She knows when to let me fall, and how to help me stand on my own two feet. Often taken for granted, others don't often see her determination and strength. They will never see her frailty and fear. She is my mom for however long I am blessed to have her. Thank you for being my mom.

I found this and wanted to add it here. If anyone knows of the author, please post.

What Is A Mother ?

When the good Lord was creating mothers, he was into his sixth day of overtime when the angel appeared and said, "You are doing a lot of fiddling around on this one."

And the Lord said, "Have you read the specs on this order ?"

"She has to be completely washable, not plastic, have moveable parts, all replaceable, run on black coffee and leftovers, have a lap that disappears when she stands up, a kiss that can cure anything from a broken leg to a disappointed love affair, and six pairs of hands."

The angel shook her head slowly and said, "Six pairs of hands, no way !"

"It's not the hands that cause the problems, said the Lord. It is the three pairs of eyes that mothers have to have."

"That's the standard model," the angel asked?

The Lord nodded. "One pair that sees through closed doors, when she asks, "What are you kids doing in there, " when she already knows. Another in the back of her head that sees what she shouldn't but what she has to know, and of course the ones here in the front so that she can look at a child when he goofs and says, "I understand and I love you," without so much as uttering a word.

"Lord," said the angel, tugging his sleeve gently, "Come to bed .."

"I can't," said the Lord. "I am so close to creating something so close to myself. Already, I have one who heals herself when she is sick, can feed a family of six on one pound of hamburger and can get a nine year old to stand under a shower."

The angel circled the model of a mother. "It's too soft," she sighed.

"But tough," said the Lord excitedly. "You cannot imagine what this mother can do or endure !"

"Can it think ?"

"Not only can she think, but it can reason and compromise," said the Creator.

Finally the angel bent over and ran her fingers across the cheek. "There's a leak," she pronounced. "I told you that you were trying to put too much into this model."

"It's not a leak," said the Lord. "It is a tear."

"What's it for ?"

"It's for joy, sadness, disappointment, pain, loneliness, and pride."

"You are a genius," said the angel.

The Lord looked somber. "I didn't put it there," he said.

 

Comment on: What would you say?

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on May 10, 2008

 in response to soulight...   

Soulight,

 

I post my little posts because they make ME think. I figure, if it can do that for me, then maybe it can do the same for someone else. We all lose ourselves within our own pity and that is ok sometimes. You have to take time for yourself, if you don't your life will pass you by, and then what? It took me a loooooooooooong time to figure it out for myself, but I know now that I don't want my life to be all about doing everything for eveyone else. If I do that, and don't pay attention to my needs, then how long do you think I can possibly keep up? If I get sick and dont take care of myself, then who will take care of my kids? If something in my life needs attention, then I tend to it, if not, things can get out of control. There are times when you have to face your life, not escape it by doing for others. No one's life is perfect, there will always be problems to solve. But you can't do anything until you take care of your own needs, first. So take whatever time you need. Ask for help, when you need it ( yeah like that will happen!) - it's times like this when I wish we had emoticons! - But when you have prayed long and hard and still the answer doesn't come, back off from the problem, "let go, and let God" - but you, of all people, should not worry about the legacy you leave. You are a wonderful, caring person. You have done everything you can for so many. You have gone above, and beyond, many times. And no, you do not hear it often enough, but you are an incredible inspiration to me and I want to thank you for being a part of my life and a part of this site, with out you, it just would not be the aidpage it has been. Thank you for being you. 

Are you one more, or one less?

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on May 10, 2008

I don't think anyone can turn on their tv without seeing the commercial for GARDASIL: "I want to be one less."

Aside from wondering who is actually sleeping with these ugly broads (sorry, they really are!) I have to wonder about this "vaccine". Working in the medical industry I know for a fact that most insurance companies DO NOT cover the cost of the 3 vaccinations. Yes, there are 3 separate injections you must get with in a 6 month period. If not, you have to start the process all over again, and insurance covers NONE of it. Although Partners for Prevention will pay for the cost of the vaccination plus the required pregnancy test. Total cost for ONE vaccination is over $200! 

 If that wasn't bad enough, there is more cause for concern - long term side effects. These include but are not limited to: 

  • Bells Palsy
  • Guillan-Barre syndrome
  • Seizures
  • Blood clotting and heart problems
  • Miscarriages and fetal abnormalities amongst pregnant women who received the vaccine

Please be fully informed prior to consenting to this or any other medical procedure. Here is just one source of information.

 HPV Vaccine

BE a BETTER PATIENT -

BE INFORMED  

 

Comment on: In need of dental care

Posted in need dental care on May 7, 2008

 in response to giftetc1...   

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http://www.ameriplanusa.com/disclaimer-member.html 

What would you say?

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on May 3, 2008

Ok, I'm on a roll tonight - sorry! But not having a social life can do that to a person.

In my last post I wrote about leaving an impression, which made me think of a poem I got in my email a long time ago. I was lucky enough to find it again. 

TOMORROW NEVER COMES  written by Norma Cornett Marek in 1989

Looking back on my life I can't say that I am proud of it or that I have accomplished anything. It is certainly MUCH different than I anticipated! But I hope, at the very least, I leave an indelible mark when I am gone ( I hope I still have a loooooooooooong way to go yet!)

 Do you ever think what you would say to your friends or your family if you knew it was your time to pass over? What if it was their time? What would you say? How would you feel? How would you want them to feel? Were there things you should have done? Were there things you regretdoing? Was there someone you truly loved and never told them? If you knew what you know now, would you go back and do it over? What would you want your obituary to say about you? What did you accomplish with your life? 

I know this seems morbid to some, but hear me out. You're not gone yet. There is still plenty of time to do all those things you think about. All those regrets and woulda, shoulda, coulda's. can still be done. Yes you can still sit there and make excuses for why they cannot be done. But when it is your time, will you look back and be satisfied? Granted somethings are out of our control - if you are blind, I would recommend studying to become a brain surgeon - but then again....

Life is what WE make it. It is our life, let's make it the best one ever!  

If you could re-write the Declaration of Independence ....

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on May 3, 2008

I came across a post: THE UNIVERSAL DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS

which was posted sometime ago and I only found tonight. I wish I had found it sooner , but for whatever reason, it happened today. The post is about The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which was drawn up by the UN60 years ago!

The declaration is a fascinating piece of work, carefully scripted to ensure the rights of all human beings. Not unlike our Declaration of Independence, it assures us of our inalienable right, to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.  

"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable Rights. . ."  (yeah, I got it from wikipedia)

When was the last time any of us read our Constitution or the Declaration of Independence? Other than a few chosen phrases, do any of really know what these documents say? I know I don't! 

 Now, here is a fairly recent document : The Universal Declaration of Human Rights ( only 60 years old) and I have to ask - HOW MANY PEOPLE KNEW ABOUT THIS? I DIDN'T!

 I'll bet more people know about the PATRIOT ACT  and how it VIOLATES our rights , than they do any other document listed here.

So here we have all these politicians, supposedly working in OUR best interest, on our behalf, but we know nothing about our laws - why is that?

I urge each and everyone reading this post to atleast glance over these documents ( and any others you may find useful) and think about how you would rewrite the Declaration of Independence. What inalienable rights should people be entitled to? What would you do to protect those rights? Who would those rights apply to?

Everyone has opinion about SOMETHING -  voice it here and now.

Should we close our borders?

Should English be the national language?  

Should euthanaisa be legalized?

Should abortion be outlawed?

Should parents be informed of a teen's abortion?  

What should the LEGAL age be?

Should the government do away with welfare/social services?  What should be done in its place? 

How should child support be handled?

How should we protect our citizens?

Should eminent domain be banned?

Should citizens have the right to carry weapons? or should they be used by the military and police only? Should the police use weapons at all? Why not use rubber bullets or other technology?

What drugs (if any) should be legalized or banned ?  

What should we use in place of foreign oil?

How should we protect our natural resources for future generations?  

Should the medical field be more tightly regulated than it is? HOW?

Which government agencies should we dismantle? Which should we keep? 

How long should a senators/congressman's term be? What benefits should they be entitled to?  

 These are just some of the questions I can think of off the top of my head.  I know this post is off topic for many people, and I really would like to hear your thoughts. But the point is people complain about so much and they do nothing. This may not be a chance to change that, but it will give you, me and everyone else a chance to realize that we may not be alone in how we feel or think. WE are NOT alone in our struggle. As you can see around you, there are people who face hurdles everday, some make it, some don't. But the fact of the matter is we are all here together, for a short time. Make the most of it. Leave your impression for the next generation. Who knows? They may pick up where we left off. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Comment on: About can't live without my son

Posted in Micki12 on May 2, 2008

I'm sorry you feel the way you do. I would hope that you would have gained something from this site, unfortunately, all you see is the negativity in the world. I truly hope you find peace in your self and your life.

Comment on: About can't live without my son

Posted in Micki12 on May 1, 2008

I'm NOT Jesus so I cannot say what he would or would not do. Nor would I have the nerve to presume so. As for my post to you, I simply posted information relative to your post. If you have any feelings one way or another, then that is something that you need to deal with. I stated I have seen and dealt with both sides of a custody issue and will NOT assume who is the better parent, that is not up to me, it is something for the courts to decide. If you feel you have been wronged by the courts, I gave you the information you needed. Instead of proving youself to the courts (immediately), you felt the need to attack me (how much later?). I'm not the enemy here. However you feel I am because I will not side with you. The only person I will side with in this matter is the child.

 Another thing, you say you read my posts, if you did, then you would know more about me than you think you do. 

Furthermore, since you brought up the subject of religion, perhaps the wisdom of King Solomon might be more fitting here. 

What would you do?

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on Apr 28, 2008

Here's a question:

Your doctor prescribes you a drug to alleviate depression and anxiety, that you have to take 20-40 times per day ( as needed). It is not covered by insurance so, it will cost you @ $150-$300 per month. It is loaded with toxins. The side effects are headache, nausea, cough, light headedness, bad breath, and body odor.  It has not been FDA approved so the long term effects can range from breathing difficulties to death. OH! and let's not forget it is 100% addictive, therefore the more you take it, the more you need it and it is almost impossible to stop taking the drug once you start.  

 

Would you take it?

 

 

 

 Of course not! Sounds pretty stupid, huh? So then tell me this:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WHY DO YOU SMOKE?????? 

 

 

 

 

 

Comment on: About YoungSingleMomsReady2Rise

Posted in YoungSingleMomsReady2Rise on Apr 28, 2008

Welcome to aidpage! You are off to a GREAT START! :)

Comment on: Does God give us more than we can handle?

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on Apr 23, 2008

 in response to ekikaseven...   

Thank you, Ekika, but you forget, it is you who inspires me. The people here give me a reason to do what I do and make me a better person. I am constantly humbled by everyone here, everyday.

This particular situation has been  a learning experience , humbling, and it has shown me that I am not invincible and also that I can know what it feels like to be faced with such an overwhelming situation.  I have walked away a different and hopefully a better person for it. I know now there is more work for me to do (especially in my own life!) but there is something coming (hint, hint) and I am not going to spoil the surprise, but I do want you to know that you are right - more than you will ever know. :)

Comment on: Does God give us more than we can handle?

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on Apr 23, 2008

 in response to Emil...   

You are absolutely right Emil.

 This was a HUGE wake up call! And a major kick in the butt (pun intended) ;) I have a lot of work to do in my own life quitting smoking and weight loss are at the top of the list! Neither of which I am too excited to do, but they are an absolute necessity.  Unlike you I started smoking a little later in life and it kind of stuck. (16 y/o to 40) that's a lot of years and a lot of toxins -EWWWWWWWWWWWW! But I want to see my kids graduate, get married and see my grand kids! (scary thought) But whne you are possibly faced with the thought of NOT seeing all the stuff you take for granted, all over something that is not even a necessity - how freaking stupid is that? So I have been incredibly stupid over the years and I will stop being stupid and knock this off. I still have a ton of work to do, places to see and people to meet! You people can't get rid of me that easily!  So I guess you are all stuck with me , like it or not! :p LOL!!! 

Comment on: The latest upgrades of Aidpage...

Posted in Aidpage User Support Group on Apr 23, 2008

You know, I got this email today, saying I had new messages....hmmmmmmmmmmm.... so of course I had to check it out.... HOW COOL IS THAT??? one click and there it is! all my messages and direct links THAT IS AMAZING! I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! Thanks so much!!! love you guys!!!

Comment on: Does God give us more than we can handle?

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on Apr 22, 2008

I want to thank everyone for their prayers and words of support, you will never know how much it means.

After meeting with the doctor, I have learned that while I am not the picture of health, I am not in any apparent danger. It seems that many, many people have nodules of this sort and while they do like to keep an eye on it, they are really nothing to worry about. Needless to say, I was VERY relieved. 

As I told Soulight, I have learned so much from this experience. Words cannot express my gratitude to my friends who were there at a moments notice with their love and support. I have learned to be more trusting in peopleand God. I have learned to try and not jump to conclusions. I have learned that I am worthy of good things and I have learned that I still have a very long way to go. I am not perfect (far from it) and I have a lot of work to do. The doctor did say that I do probably have asthma and sleep apnea - both of which are treatable (mainly with weight loss and quitting smoking!) I think what has touched me the most is that I am not alone. I knew I wasn't -  but I felt it. The way you feel a warm blanket wrapped around you when you are cold. Or When you have some one's arms wrapped around you, holding you telling you it will be all right.

I have also realized there are people in my life that will never be able to be whom I need them to be - they simply are not capable. And I have to accept that,  no matter how it hurts.  But I have also learned that I don't have to rely on them either. They have their place in my life, just not the place I expected them to be. 

There are moments that define our lives - this was one of mine.I know I will have others - hopefully not too soon.  But it has taught me so much. Appreciate yourself. Appreciate those in your life. Appreciate your life for what it is, not for what you think it should be. And always be grateful for each moment. 

So thank you, once again to my friends, your presence is felt every moment. May you be blessed as I have been. 

 

Lisa 

Comment on: Does God give us more than we can handle?

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on Apr 22, 2008

 in response to soulight...   

Thank you! You are right. It is so hard to accept the help when we give it so often, but this experience has taught me so much.

Comment on: WHO ~ KNEW?

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on Apr 21, 2008

 in response to Help mother of 3 fight cancer...   

They are in my prayers, I hope they get everything they need. Please keep us posted.

Comment on: Does God give us more than we can handle?

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on Apr 21, 2008

 in response to Emil...   

Thank you Emil. You are absolutely right. There is no sense in jumping to conclusions. As soon as I see the specialist, I will do my research. You are always keeping me on the right track! Tahnk you! :)

Does God give us more than we can handle?

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on Apr 21, 2008

I have often been told "God doesn't give you more than you can handle." and "What doesn't kill you only makes you stronger." I have faced devastation more than once in my life and let me tell you, it hasn't killed me and it did make me stronger, but if I had to do it over again. I wouldn't. How much is someone expected to take before they give in, give up? I guess it depends on the individual. Let's take for instance. In my life I have: grown up with an abusive ,alcoholic father, been an unwed teenage mother, married an alcoholic/drug addict, been diagnosed with bipolar. anxiety disorder, raised 2 children alone, been evicted from my apartments several times, haven't been able to pay my bills on multiple occasions, haven't been able to buy food for my kids, haven't had health insurance, fought for child support (constantly), and today...

Well today, I was told by my doctor found a spot on my lung.  

But before I hear anyone condemn me , I know this is my fault. I smoke, I knew what i was doing and I knew the consequences.  But I also know there are people in the world who do a hell of a lot worse than I do and are never touched by anything remotely close to this. So, why me? Why now? My kids are graduating this year, I am "this close" to finally getting my own home and I get slammed with this phone call from my doctor. For 40 years I have fought to live a normal life. Well, some sense of normalcy anyway. I want to know what does it take? What does it take to have something good happen? To have God be happy with me? What have I done that was so horribly wrong that I deserve so much garbage in my life? With a blink this could all go away, things could be good, but it never happens. 

I know I have wasted so much time worrying about little things I have no control over. I have no control over anything other than me. It is a scary thought, to know I have so little control, being the control freak that I am. I just want the best for everyone but I never gave a thought to what I want. What I need. Because it was never important to me. My main purpose in life was to help other people achieve their happiness, because that is what made me happy. I don’t know how well I did, but to help someone, anyone, was all I wanted to do. And now I have to focus on what I need to do for myself. The funny thing is, I don’t know where to begin and it terrifies me. I hate depending on anyone. I have been down that road before and the people I counted on let me down, terribly. 

I know there are so many out there suffering and you cannot know how it breaks my heart, because I have been there and I know what you are going through. I don't know what tomorrow will bring for me, or any of us. For today, I don’t know what to think either. I wish I had the answers, I really do. The only thing I know is that I will continue to pray, for all of us, for strength and guidance that we can make it through the dark times in our lives. 

Be Blessed~

 

Lisa 

 

Comment on: Please Help Me: College Student with Nowhere to Turn... Please Read!!!

Posted in sortasmart on Apr 20, 2008

 in response to sortasmart...   

Talk to me then. I care. I may not be an ivy league graduate, but I do care. I have been in your shoes. I know how it feels to be broke and physically alone and to want to give up. Talk to me. You can private message me if you want, but together we should be able to come up with something. I know this is hard, but if we talk, and put our head together, we can figure this out.

 Lisa 

Comment on: Prayers needed NOW!

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on Apr 20, 2008

 in response to montre1...   

Tahnk you! He is, and I just adore him! :D

Comment on: Please Help Me: College Student with Nowhere to Turn... Please Read!!!

Posted in sortasmart on Apr 20, 2008

Wow! I can only imagine how you are feeling, but suicide is not the answer and I'll tell you why - your dream. Physically, your mom and dad are not here, but spiritually, they are. To say it was just a dream would be minimalizing it dramatically. I am a firm believer in the after-life and your "dream" was your parents' way of communicating with you. They want you to know they love and care about you. What better way than to sit and have a glass of tea? Do you remember how you felt in the dream? The love and comfort you felt? They want you to feel that, all the time. They want you to know that you are not alone, they are there for you. The world can be a horrible place-even when you are surrounded by family and friends. But you have something on your side that most do not, your parents. If they can break through spiritual barriers, there is nothing they can't do. Ask for their help and guidence, they will do what they can. Ask them to be with you when you talk to your advisor or even the dean at school to help you sort out everything. They are just waiting for you to ask. Have faith.

I need money - free money to help pay bills

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on Apr 1, 2008... modified on Apr 20, 2008

The first place to look when you need help to pay your bills.

Everyone is hurting (financially) right now. Recession, depression, call it what you want, the fact of the matter is: there is not enough. Our country has enough, it's just not getting to the people who need it. Families are expected to work more and get by with less. It's ridiculous. When and where will it end? I have revamped my national organizations page to, hopefully, make it more user friendly. In addition, please check out these other incredible pages :

****All direct links are in green or yellow

Please note, even though we try to, we cannot answer every post. 

Soulight,

Elaine,

Lady Christie,

Ekikaseven,

The NATIONWIDE organizations listed below can assist you with your basic needs, including: food, clothing, rent, utilities, transportation, back to school needs, medical, dental, and holiday needs.

IF they cannot assist you, they may be able to refer you to someone who can.

211.org

  • A service of United way – lists most nonprofit organizations in your local area
  • available in most counties (not all)
  • available both online and by calling 2-1-1 in your area ( free call)

Support for military personnel and their families
Assistance just for military and their families

Government benefits
Find out what government benefits you may qualify for

Social Services

the first place to go when in need – they can help with child care, child support, rental assistance, food stamps, healthcare, burial assistance, temporary financial assistance, etc.

Local benefits by state
Select a State from the map to view a list of the selected State's benefit programs.

American Public Human Services Association

Internet site that list social service agencies by state. A NATIONWIDE listing of social services offices and applications online

SSA.gov
To apply for Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income

FREECYCLE
looking for something? Getting rid of something? Check out FreeCycle!

The following organizations may be able to fill in the gaps, or help, when Social Services cannot:

Emergency food and shelter board program

  • The EFSP National Board does not provide direct client assistance. Direct assistance is provided through a variety of resources, which may include EFSP funding in your community. If you are in search of assistance for yourself or someone you know, you should look in the community services section of your local telephone directory. You should find these pages in the front of your directory and should look for listings for American Red Cross, Catholic Charities or Catholic Social Services, The Salvation Army, United Way Information and Referral, or other non-profit service providers. You may also click on Funded Organizations, here or on the EFSP homepage, to find organizations funded through EFSP in your community who may be able to assist or refer you to the appropriate assistance.

FOOD

FOOD STAMPS - OFFICES BY STATES

government program part of social services
WIC
Specifically for pregnant/postpartum women and children UNDER 5 - government program part of social services

Find a food co-op near you!

Angel Food Ministries – listings by state


HOUSING AND UTILITIES

HEAP
utility assistance - government program part of social services

FEMA NATIONAL SITE

HUD - RENTAL ASSISTANCE
If you need rental assistance this is the place to start. Subsidized housing is based on your income and often times it is much quicker to get into a subsidized apartment than to wait for a Section 8 Subsidy approval
Also check out
how subsidized rent is determined

HUD/SECTION 8/Govt subsidized housing
Section 8 housing usually has a long list because the subsidy is attached to the person, not the property. This means that regardless of where the person lives, they still get the subsidy. In NY the waiting list is 8-10 years.

****If at anytime, you are denied accessibility to applying for any program, you should contact your local city, county, or state leaders and have them intervene on your behalf. - THIS APPLIES TO ANYONE WHO IS DENIED ASSISTANCE.

HOWEVER, there is another alternative. Subsidized housing where the subsidy stays with the property rather than with the renter. You would still pay the same amount of rent - it is based on your income - but you would have to move into a government subsidized property.

In most cases, these are handicapped accessible, family oriented, all the maintenance is included - among other things.

I am including the link for HUD below - just click on the proper state and take it from there. You will need a minimal security deposit - which you may be able to get from social services or another charitable organization.

Regardless of how long the list is you should still be able to be put on the list.
Contributed links:

hud rental assistance

fair housing act

home page

Americans with disabilities act homepage

HOUSING ASSISTANCE COUNCIL
Does NOT help individuals, BUT does have a lot of information and links for individuals- please browse through the site for more information.

WORK AND SCHOOL

Department of Labor
Can assist with: unemployment, job search, resumes, job training, wage and hour, layoffs, overtime, workplace safety, retirement and health benefits, and disability questions.
Ways to Work
How can you work if you have no transportation? Most social services programs do offer bus passes to help you get to and from work. This is different. This is NOT part of social services. This is a LOAN program specifically for low income families in need of a car or car repair, who do NOT qualify for conventional loans. They have their own set of requirements and are NOT available in every state.

http://www.alliance1.org/Programs/Waystowork.htm

Free Application for Federal Student Aid - FAFSA
government grants to finance your education


MEDICAL HELP

FREE MEDICAL CAMPS

United Health Care Childrens Foundation
Grants, up to $5,000, can help families pay for the costs associated with therapies such as speech, physical and psychotherapy sessions; for medical equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, hearing aids and eye glasses; and for orthodontia and dental treatments.

Childrens Healthcare Emergencies

United Health Care Children’s Fund might be able to help. "Grants, up to $5,000, can help families pay for the costs associated with therapies such as speech, physical and psychotherapy sessions; for medical equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, hearing aids and eye glasses; and for orthodontia and dental treatments."

Partnership for Prescription Assistance
assistance with medications for those without insurance

Donated Dental services
In each state at least one program coordinator is responsible for determining that applicants are either disabled, elderly or medically compromised and have no other way for paying for dental care.

Together Rx

discount card for prescriptions

GREAT DISCOUNT MEDICAL CARD

http://dwesley1981.aidpage.com/about.htm

 

GRANTS LOANS AND WISHES

evander holyfield foundation

MODEST NEEDS
non-profit organization reaching out to hard-working individuals and families who suddenly find themselves faced with small, emergency expenses that they have no way to afford on their own

OPEN DIRECTORY PROJECT
Listing of organizations which grant wishes to disabled, terminally ill, children and adults.

Prosper
loan program for people - from people

AZOGROUP.COM

How To Locate Small Business Grants,
Government Grants, and Other Grant Money

 

MISCELLANEOUS RESOURCES

(In other words, I wasn’t sure where to put these!)

Toys for Tots
Christmas assistance for families with children

Credit counseling

· CCCS

· NFCC

· money management. Org

· credit.org

ATTORNEYS

PETS

If you need financial assistance, for a pet who is ill, check out this page:
National financial assistance organizations for pets

nichy org - resources

a series of Web resource pages on topics of high interest and concern. They're intended to connect you quickly with a range of resources, materials, and guidance on these topics.

is it a scam?

fraud and scam information

GRASSROOTS.ORG
This is one site you have to see for yourself! If you want to start a non-profit, volunteer, get involved, or just do some research, this is the place to start!

SEX OFFENDERS

Is there a sex offender living near you? find out here

 


Comment on: Prayers needed NOW!

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on Apr 19, 2008

Thank you all for your love and support. CPS did finally show up ( a day later) because Petey was not in immediate danger. He did have to go home. I did speak to the police and they told me we did everything we could ( document and call CPS).

So far, we are in limbo. CPS has an open case for the next 60 days - if it happens again, they will actually do something?

As for Petey, my brother took him to Catholic charities - the court mandated pick up and drop off point (apparently the police station wasn't safe enough)  and as Petey walked in, he lifted his shirt, and announced to everyone - "LOOK WHAT MY MOMMY DID TO ME!" Needless to say "mommy" had nothing to say.

I am still waiting to see what happens. I will keep everyone posted. Thank you again.  

Comment on: HELP for people with little or no income - Nationwide

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on Apr 19, 2008

 in response to Joe2012...   

Joe,

I removed your personal information to prevent scammers form contacting you. People can reach you via private message or post directly on your page.

 For immediate assistance please go to your nearest food pantry. Explain your situation to them and ask if they know of any local resources. Also apply for unemploment and social services. I have all the links to national offices at the top of this page - they can help you locate your local office. 

Prayers needed NOW!

Posted in W H O ~ K N E W on Apr 12, 2008

Many of you know about my brother who has been fighting for custody of my 4 y/o nephew. Well, Petey ( my nephew ) needs your prayers desperately now. When my brother picked him up yesterday, Petey began to cry as soon as he got in the car ( away from his mother). Today when he took his bath, he cried again and said his back hurt. My brother looked at his back and found a huge bruise (@ 2" x1") in the center of his back. When asked what happened, Petey said Brucie (mom's boyfriend) threw a truck at him, then mommy and Brucie hit him. My brother took photos, called CPS, and his attorney. He wants her custody revoked immediately - BUT -we have been down this road before. The last time we called CPS, they told us we needed a doctor to call. Everytime she calls CPS, they are at my brothers house within the hour. My brother called earlier today, he was told they have 24 hours to respond. We haven't heard anything yet. It is now 10pm on a Saturday night. We now believe everytime his mother violated the visitation agreement was because of bruising or injury. ( No we cannot prove it, they are just suspicions)

 

This is a 4 y/o child who is being abused by his mother and no one (the courts) will do anything for him. He is helpless! Please, PLEASE, PLEASE pray for him to be protected from this monster who claims to be a "good mother". Please pray that the courts will finally see what is going on here and remove him permanently from his mother, to protect him!  I don't know what else to do, I am begging for your help, thoughts, prayers, anything to help my nephew, He is just a child and cannot protect himself. thank you. 

Comment on: Rock Your Finances

Posted in ReneesPrison on Apr 6, 2008

ReneesPrison,

I don't know if the slick marketers you work for told you this, so I will. The company you work for is nothing more than an MLM sales company. Now what this means to you and everyone else who falls for their BS is that basically, you give them your $ and when you eventually get enough people to sign up under you, you might actually make that $ back. So the more websites you post on, the more money you invest, the more people you harrass = more $ for the company. But not for you, you just get to do all the work for them. So get out now if you can and find a real job that actually pays you to work for them - this is not one of them. 

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