Now that you mention it, section 8 has really helped me stay stable too. I got out of my mom's house. And now I'm in the new place - my first apartment that I've had all to myself! I feel such a relief since moving in here. Our movers were wonderfil- hard-working and kind. It's kind of scary that I'm by myself, but on the other hand I spent the last 3 months alone in that 3-bedroom townhouse.