Oh my god, I don't even know where to start.

For reasons of social services frigging up our checks, we ended up without money for three months. Our rent didn't get paid, bills didn't get paid and we basically starved on the bare minimum from money we borrowed from friends.

Right now our rent is backed up 1675.00 - we have 250.00 to pay on to it. If we don't come up with the money by the end of the month we are out on our ***** without anywhere to live, which means giving away my cats.

Sorry if this seems dire, but I am freaking out. I tried contacting modest needs but they can't cover part of a bill, only all of it, and the most they cover is 999.00.

Does Psychcentral still have that program where you can apply for help - I remember another user availing themselves of it...

Does anyone have any ideas? Im completely lost and facing homelessness... Really scared.

[okiedokie]

Jeez, Rainbowzz, that does sound scary. I'm so sorry to read of your misfortune. I will keep you in my prayers.

I have no idea what PC does in the way of grants, etc. Why don't you just PM docjohn and ask him?

Have you thought of contacting any local churches for assistance?

I sure hope things work out ok for you.
Take good care,
Okie

[Wants2Fly]

Hello Rainbowzz --

It sounds like a frightening situation. In the US it usually takes about 3 months for a landlord to get the court order for the sheriff to remove you from your apartment. If you live in the US, call Legal Aid and other agencies to get informed about what the process will be.

Best wishes for finding ways to get this money. My heart goes out to you. I live in terror of being homeless.

Thanks everyone for your posts. Just knowing others can understand what I am going through is a huge help.

I am going to spend today calling churches around here.

Unfortunately I live in canada so the us options are out.

[Sabrina]

I don't know what to say or suggest, but I wanted to let you know that I understand your fear (for I have been there, and sort of am now) - I can only offer you love and empathy!

[(JD)]

Oh this is so distressing for you, I'm sure... and it always seems to have a domino effect. Here is a link to the HRDC... maybe they have some resources for you? http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/ Human Resources and Social Development Canada.