Job Loss: Myself
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I Lost My Job and Don't Know What to Do.
Asked by M.R. from Dallas
on December 3, 2007
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Hey mamas. I REALLY need some help, I don't know what to do. I started working at Children's Hospital in Sept 2007 while training I hurt my wrist and have been out of...
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- I don't have any advice about the job/insurance situation because I do not know the law that well. But I can tell you that the best Christmas I remember is the one wh...
- When you feel your weakest -- He is strong. Remember that. :) You are HIS child and when you're weak, rely on Him... I have been on three sides of this situation...
- Hi M., First let me say, GOD is good and has wonderful plans for your life... and your children's lives. Be steadfast in your prayers and always, always thank HIM....
My Husband Lost His Job. Unfortunately, T
Asked by A.S. from Dallas
on April 17, 2010
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He got hired at a great place, that would provide further training to him, because he is a recent graduate in the field and had great internships, so the boss knew he...
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- That has probably happened to quite a few of us in life. I know that happened to me. And I still am not quite sure why. I have since gotten another job and have had th...
- I agree with J.L. Getting a Master's Degree at this time probably isn't the best idea. It would make future employers feel like they'd have to pay him more than the ...
- Your husband should not worry about his credibility under these circumstances. As so many have already said, this is becoming the "norm" for many highly qualified US ...
Job Loss
Asked by M.M. from New York
on July 5, 2011
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My husband just lost his job. The company he was working for was run by a trust in England with an office in the US. Now the company went out of business and they wa...
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- Wow I am so sorry to hear this-and supposedly the economy was picking up right!!?? They say unemployment has dropped-maybe they aren't considering that it dropped beca...
- As far as the person who wrote that Texas isn't having a recession, I'm not sure about that. Texas is hurting a bunch, also. Thousands of teachers across the state ...
- I'm sorry your husband lost his job. There are jobs in Connecticut...have him apply for Unemployment Benefits and search for a job. I would NOT cash in my retiremen...
Just Lost My job.....pregnant W/two Kids - NEED BUDGET CUTTING IDEAS!
Asked by S.J. from St. Louis
on April 25, 2010
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I just lost my job, so our household income is now about half what it was. I am 5 months pregnant, so finding another job right now might prove challenging to say the...
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- You are like millions of other people in this economy. It is hard. There is no nice way of saying it. We all live the lifestyle our income allows. Very few of us h...
- Hi S., How many children do you have right now? (Feeding a family of how many and what ages, any pets, etc.) I use a lot of homemade cleaners, but also make my ow...
- Sounds like you're already doing the easy stuff. But you could call up your loan companies and apply for a forbearance. I was unemployed for many months after my fir...
Husband Lost Job - Need Money Saving Tips
Asked by M.S. from Dallas
on June 12, 2010
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My husband lost a very good job yesterday and it was a total shock. We have lived comfortably and we have some money in savings. We are already looking for ways to c...
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- I didn't see where anyone else mentioned the Grocery Game (grocerygame.com). It is an awesome savings website for not too much work. Especially if you already do cou...
- when i was teaching my husband didn't have insurance through his job and it was a lot to add him to my policy. So we looked into an independent plan. If he is fairly h...
- i am sorry to hear that. check out my dfwmommy.com - she links all the store ads with extra coupons. i would do what i can to make sure everyone has insurance. put you...
Just Laid Off. Where to Go from Here?
Asked by K.H. from Boston
on June 24, 2010
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Hi Moms,
I am looking for some support, and definitely welcome positive stories from people who relate. I was laid off this week from a job I had for almost 10 y...
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- My best advice is not to panic and do anything that's a major change right now. I was laid off in May, 2009 from a position I'd had almost exactly 4 years. The com...
- The best sites for bargain hunting/deal alerts (IMHO) are: slickdeals.net hip2save.com dealseekingmom.com Stack coupons one manufacturer and one store at Target ...
- Sorry to hear of your less than great luck. I work full time as does my husband; we have two kids and are constantly thankful for our jobs but still are strapped for ...
SAHM And Husband Has Been Laid Off
Asked by J.C. from Columbus
on May 7, 2010
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Ladies,
I am in need of some advice and ideas and support. My background is this; we have two children, 5 1/2 and almost 3, I used to work before the kids were born...
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- Short-term, I suggest you kick it into survival mode. You should try to get a job... at a bank, daycare, a retail store, grocery store, receptionist, doctor's office,...
- First big hugs to you guys. This economy is scary for everyone. The good news is you know how to live frugally. Have him apply for unemployment immediately. Check...
- As someone that has been where you are - hubby was laid off last April, and I was laid off in June - I can tell you that it is not a fun road. First off, if he hasn't...
Career - What Would You Do?
Asked by M.R. from Chicago
on October 15, 2010
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Current situation: After 15 years into your gig you have a job that pays six figures, is a fairly easy job. You're tenured and there is very little chance of getting ...
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- When you are 80 and look back what will you think? How old are your kids? In Europe it is more the culture to have a manageable job and then find fulfillment outsi...
- Yes you have itchy feet and want to explore. I think a lot of this desire comes after having children. You give birth and a whole new world opens up with many, many ...
- If you're getting paid 6 figures and can't aford the tuition to go back to school, how are you going to be able to aford not working for 2 years and taking a huge pay ...
Husband Lost Job over Terrible Memory Problems; What to Do?
Asked by L.N. from Dallas
on September 1, 2009
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My husband has been having extreme problems with his memory. He has recently lost his job over it. He is 68 and a doll, we've been married since 1972. He's been goi...
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- In his letter of disnissal, did they cite the memory thing as the cause for letting him go? That could be a lawsuit in the making. As for the neurologist-try Dr. Peter...
- I don't know anything about this company, but received an email recently. You might check out the web-site www.mindminders.net
- My husband is on disability and has been for 2 1/2 years. He had his private disability insurance payments terminated the end of June because of a lack of documentatio...
Lose of Job
Asked by G.A. from Lakeland
on August 23, 2011
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what are my options now he lost his job, theres no way i can pay for house or car on my salary, still dont no if he wll get unemployment, even if he does still cant af...
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- The first thing I would do is sell the car and get one you can afford. Have you contacted the mortgage company to see if there's any type of payment arrangements you ...
- G., a friend of mine had the same situation a few years ago, and had two small children. She knew she could not get a job to pay enough to afford daycare and felt she ...
- The first thing to do is take a deep breath. This is a tough situation and all at once, it's overwhelming. So, break things down......one thing at a time. If he hasn...
