Hi, my name is Lauren. Iām a 37 year old divorced mother of one. And in a month, I am going to be homeless.Ā
I have been applying to every job I can find for a year and six months, and I have only gotten one interview thus far. Itās becoming clear to me that this area of California is not equipped to employ the influx of people who are moving here more and more. No matter how good my resume is, someone elsesā is better. Every company can afford to be choosy when it comes to picking the best candidate to fill the job.Ā
My ex in-laws have been so kind to allow me to stay for as long as they have, but as Iām not family anymore, they do not feel as though they are required to assist any more than they already have. I have done everything I can to be helpful around the house, but theyāve decided that the time for me to leave is now.Ā
Without a job, I cannot afford living on my own. Without a job, I cannot afford sharing a room anywhere. I do not have any friends in this area of the country, and I donāt have any family who are willing to help, either.Ā
I would like to stay as close to my daughter as possible (S. CA - Arizona), but mostly, what I need more than anything at this point in my life is a roof over my head and the time to find a job and begin getting back on my feet.Ā
I know that it is a lot to ask, especially from people who donāt know me personally, but Iām terrified of going into a homeless shelter alone, and I donāt feel as though I am ever going to get hired anywhere here since Iāve been trying for so long without any results.Ā
I am quiet, and I donāt come with a lot of physical baggage - mostly books, and those can be stored away or donated if there isnāt enough room. I do chores, babysit, and if possible, purchase food and help with bills. I donāt foresee this as a long-term solution, and Iām not interested in taking advantage of anyoneās kindness and hospitality. I just need this for a little while until Iām able to take care of myself.
If youāve got a corner, a couch, any room at all, please, please consider me. If youāre willing to help, I will find a way to get there. And you will have my unending appreciation in return.Ā
If you can help, or if you know someone who can help, you can get in touch with me through my Tumblr account, or through email - [email protected]
Please feel free to signal boost - Iām desperate for assistance.
Thank you














