Financial rant. System is flawed and it makes me mad.

[givenrfarm]

Just an update. I'm employed. There wasn't really a doubt that I would find work quickly. Still think the system in place to assist people is flawed. I'm lucky that I have an education and a trade. I wonder about the younger people that havent quite got that far but hold the desire and ambition to work. I do know there are youth incentives for employers. Is there a lot of use of this? Are there companies still wanting people directly our of courses and schools so they can be trained the way they like them to be? Do work places even job shadow anymore? I'm curious. I'm out of the loop on three things.

[Piecemaker]

Glad you were able to resume working. All the best to you.
Yes, the "system" is flawed. Unfortunately there is no "system" that can work for all people in all circumstances. Systems are policies written in black and white. They do not cover nearly as much grey area as real life presents.

[mexi cali]

Atta girl.

[Jaide_d]

Wow I can't believe how many people are actually blaming YOU OP for being in this situation!

My mother is now a single mother and endured a few years of very difficult times trying to get by with bills, groceries, and supporting herself and my sister. Even despite having a decent-paying job she is having trouble staying on her feet! Luckily her youngest daughter is 15 and doesn't need babysitting . . .
So many people are so quick to judge when they have never been in a situation like this

From my mom's experience, OP, it does and will get better. You just have to endure the worst of it right now.
Also, go for the child support. I know you probably want nothing to do with him but it will be worth it. He may not be obligated to pay arrears so the sooner you file for it, the better!

I would honestly advise getting some sort of office degree via distance education. This way once you have the degree you can work regular hours typically 9-5, 8-4 etc mon-fri, be with your child, and still make at least $12/hour or more depending on the job you apply for.

Good luck and I hope the best for you and your family

[Jaide_d]

I would honestly advise getting some sort of office degree via distance education. This way once you have the degree you can work regular hours typically 9-5, 8-4 etc mon-fri, be with your child, and still make at least $12/hour or more depending on the job you apply for.

ALSO! if you were wanting to take the courses full time, you could get student loans which would give you enough to live off until you can find something.

I personally just said an office job because absolutely anywhere in the world needs office workers, plus its steady work with little to no inconveniences except maybe restlessness.

[mexi cali]

Her situation has improved. Check a few posts back.