A house fire marked the beginning of a challenging period for Caryn and her family. While they continued living in their damaged home, fate dealt another blow – Caryn was struck by a car, leaving her temporarily unable to work.
For Astrid, a home health aide and single mother, the delicate balance of work and childcare rested on predictable daytime hours. This stability was upended when her client passed away and her employer could only offer overnight shifts – a schedule impossible to maintain without access to overnight childcare.
Daphne*, a working mother of three, unexpectedly received a 10-day electricity shutoff notice. Since moving into their new place, Daphne had struggled to understand why her electricity bills had suddenly skyrocketed. With 12-year-old twins and a 17-year-old at home, the prospect of an electricity shutoff put the family’s food security at risk.
A house fire marked the beginning of a challenging period for Susan* and her family of six. What started as a sudden displacement evolved into two years of housing instability. During this time, they navigated the complexities of homelessness, moving between temporary accommodations and relying on the support of local services.
Amara, a mother who works as a delivery driver for both Uber and Walmart, found herself in a challenging situation when her car was improperly impounded after an accident. This incident set off a chain of events that threatened her family’s stability.
Tanya, a working mother, found herself in a difficult situation when her car needed urgent repairs in order to be safe to drive. In many parts of the United States where public transportation isn’t available, a functioning car isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity for getting to work, buying groceries, and managing daily life.
Marisa, a mother fleeing domestic violence found her path to stable housing blocked by an unexpected utility deposit, despite securing assistance through a Rapid Rehousing Program.
Maria, a young single mother of two, faced immense challenges in balancing full-time work and the financial strain of raising her children. With essentials like formula stretching her resources thin, Maria’s stress was palpable.
Lynette’s world turned upside down following an incident of domestic violence. With her husband, the primary caregiver for their child, removed from the home, Lynette faced a daunting challenge: securing childcare so she could return to work.
Marion’s story is a reminder that even families who have prepared for a financial crisis can still find themselves at a loss if they encounter two at the same time.