Unexpected lay off and bills piling up

[u/Usual-Tradition-5627]

My husband was laid off last month we were able to pull through but not able to pull through this month. I’ve called 211 and contacted all the communities around me and a lot are not giving rental or utility assistance appointments till Jan.2nd. There was one place I had luck with but they wanted us to get evicted first … we can’t do that we have kids that’s not an option . We had more in savings but car issues took that . Unsure what to do next . We already live beneath our means as we are a family of 5 all living in a small place and recently got approved for food stamps which helps a lot. Everything we own is second hand and even for Christmas we just got our kids one gift each . We don’t crazy spending . Just unsure where to go for now as this is our first time in this position . Hopefully last as we are both in school trying to better our future and our kids . I even called a few places today but due to the holidays they are closed. Any ideas would help. Yes we’ve been applying for jobs just a non stop no . Lots of layoffs everywhere unfortunately. If anyone can just please help us with this months utility bill which is 126.89, please we would appreciate it and just with advice on where we can general rental assistance please as it’s been a struggle as our rent is 1300 and our first unemployment check was 378 that’s not including the other bills we have like diapers wipes , insurance , and etc . I contacted my energy company and they just tell me to call 211 or that they don’t currently have any programs.

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[u/Usual-Tradition-5627]

Hi guys quick update , I just got a job offer to work at a local donut shop yay !! While the income is not a lot it’ll definitely help, and even better is my husband got an interview on Monday . Yay !! Thank y’all for all the advice and help !!!