Comments on: Texas State Assistance For Single Mothers

By: Bev

Bev — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:12:51 +0000

I am a single mom. My son lost his job recently and was helping with the bills. He is looking hard but no one hiring right now. My father has moved in with me as well. And there is my 11 yr old daughter as well. I am supporting all at this time and my vehicle just died. The mechanic told me it would cost more to fix than is worth. I have no money in the bank and haven’t even gotten Christmas gifts for my daughter yet. Does anyone know if there is a program to assist with car repairs? I cannot afford a loan either as there is no extra money in my budget. I’m so at a loss and don’t know which way to turn.

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 20:37:45 +0000

Im a single mother of 3, I lost my job last year now receiving unemployment. I went to apply for assistance only to be told I only qualify for $54 a month in food stamps & my youngest child qualify for medicaid but my two oldest will have to be place on CHIPS & I will have to pay co-pays for them… My income has been cut by over $800 a month since loosing my job… I don’t seem to understand how or why there is no help out there, its frustrating to know you work for all these years pay your taxes to support other people who really shouldn’t be getting assistance but when you need help there is really none out there for you…..

By: Yadira

Yadira — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 16:21:52 +0000

So true!

By: frances

frances — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 05:20:49 +0000

this is so true laura. i have medicaid for my kids but not for myself either. i thank god every day at least they have it. it is a tiresome race for us hampsters running the wheel to get the fathers to take responsibility. if we have to raise them by ourselves while they are out carefree, the least they could do is help buy diapers, etc/.

By: Amy

Amy — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 01:29:06 +0000

Great response Kim! You seem well informed about the insurance issue. Thanks for bringing to light the other view of the situation. I just really enjoyed reading your comment because you made great points! Some of it hit close to home. Thanks again for helping tons of women who will read this!

By: Michelle

Michelle — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 20:02:59 +0000

Can you send me your e-mail address?

By: Kim

Kim — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 03:33:54 +0000

Kala maybe you should be better informed. You dont know the situation, she could be a family member who kept this child out of the system in multiple foster homes of people who are just in it for the money. I have worked in them. So I guess we should take all kids away from a parent who is not able to support them on their own. If we waited for only the rich to adopt the numerous amount of kids in CPS care, they would never have a forever home. You need more education before you comment on someones situation you know nothing about.
Traci- contact your CPS worker to make an ammendment to your agreement. Most kids adopted from CPS that have medicaid can be given it until they are 18. You have to ask for it. I hope it is not to late for that..But Good Luck and God Bless you for giving a child a home, when no one else would.

By: Denise

Denise — Fri, 27 May 2011 16:27:01 +0000

Heather, I agree with Amy. There is no harm in making a few phone calls and asking. All they can do is say no. Who knows you may get luck. Good luck to you.

By: Amy

Amy — Thu, 26 May 2011 02:42:44 +0000

Heather, you should contact The Attorney General’s office in Austin. They might be able to give you some direction and help on where to go to obtain a divorce. They will also assist you in applying for child support if you wish to pursue that. If you have online access you can find their contact info by searching for Texas Attorney General. also, try searching for “pro bono” attorney (name of your county or city) Texas. You may even try contacting your District Court Clerk’s office. Sometimes, if there is a friendly employee they may know of attorneys in your area that do pro bono work. Good luck!

By: Denise

Denise — Wed, 25 May 2011 15:41:46 +0000

Heather sounds like you are in a tough spot. Check out this website for help with assistance in your State http://www.singlemomfinancialhelp.com/assistance/state/ .