Thank you so much, guys. The welfare I'm referring to is food stamps and TANF. I'm currently waiting for a hearing through Social Security (10 months away). Those are the only financial assistance programs I'm aware of (I'm in New Mexico). I talked to my case worker yesterday, and she explained that the "real" reason I was denied was that I didn't submit medical records. Which I did. Twice. Through her. She said she would look into it and call me right back, but of course she won't return my calls or emails. I'm getting ready to try her supervisor.

I have no idea how I'm going to get by. And feeding my kids? I'm at a loss.

It was heartbreaking explaining to my oldest son last night that I can't buy him a birthday present. He took it so well, but the shame was overpowering.

It's not right that I worked for 25 years, paying into the system, and now that I need it, it's not there.

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