HELP FOR HARD TIMES

• Are you worried about paying your bills on a reduced income?
• Are you having difficulty finding a new job?
• Are you concerned about increased drug or alcohol use?
• Are you afraid that you can’t handle any more stress?
  

If you don’t know where to find help when you are facing these issues and others during this economic crisis, then read this guide. It will provide you with information on services in the Bay Area that can help you through these difficult times. 2-1-1 is an easy to remember 3 digit telephone number that is available 24 hours a day in over 170 languages, to give you information on programs located near your home or work, or to answer questions you may have about community services in general. Call 2-1-1. In San Mateo County, call 1-800-273-6222, Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:30.

This guide was developed to help people through the Hard Times – for each of us the details vary. It may be because you can’t find a job. It may be because you have a job but you can’t get enough hours and pay per hour to make ends meet. Or, it may be that you just lost your job or anticipate losing your job and you need some help in the transition period. Getting the services you need, getting on top of limited financial resources and knowing your rights can all help you during these stressful times. Although you may feel alone at times, remember that this economic crisis has impacted us all.

» GUIDE TO HELP FOR HARD TIMES (pdf)