Shoulmate

If you need to know, I'm older than Google. I like naps. I'm basically a house cat ~Profile pic by @bashcrandicoot~

[shoulmate]

Hey, hi, hello *welcomes you awkwardly, gestures around and clears throat* a few quick notes:

I treat this blog like a workspace. I won't promise to stick to any one fandom or character (though I definitely have my favorites).

There's no master list but all the drabbles are in a collection here on AO3 (last updated on 2/16)

A few drabbles have been given sequels. I’ve started putting a hyperlink at the beginning/end to tie recent series together as I post them here. The older works won’t have links but I formally organize everything on AO3 (You can find everything here). That's a link to all my works; anything migrated from here will say so in the summary.

Asks are great! I feel weird posting answers publicly but I'll happily respond privately 👍🏻

I’m terrible at responding to comments but I love reading them

Spam-liking is fine; I take it as a compliment.

Requests are...requests. Idk. From time to time I'll put out a general feeler for subject matter but I'm pretty indifferent about specific requests. Sometimes I do them, sometimes I don't. Everything is based on my very temperamental schedule and personal preferences.

My profile pic/avatar/whatever tf Tumblr calls it is from @bashcrandicoot

Aaand I think that's it. Okaythanksforreadingsorryforthemessbyeeee

[buffalo-tracks]

This Native American Heritage Month I want to spread awareness for MMIWG2S crisis, the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two Spirits.

This post has facts, resources to learn more, and includes links with ways to help, although I hope as you read more you realize how much spreading awareness could leave a huge impact as it would create even more help, protections, and resources.

Did you know that indigenous women, girls, and two spirits are murdered and go missing at such high rates that both the USA and Canada have declared it a crisis and epidemic?

In some places they are murdered, assaulted, and go missing at 10x the national average?

The statistics that prove it in the USA:

Key Statistics | NCAI

The National Congress of American Indians - Defending Sovereignty since 1944

And Canada:

Read more on the Assembly of First Nations website here.

May 5th is the National Day of Awareness for MMIWG2S in the USA. In Canada it falls on the same day and it's referred to as Red Dress Day.

Red is a sacred color to indigenous peoples. As such is the color we use to raise awareness for our women, girls, and two spirits that have come under harm.

We use both red dresses and a red handprint over the mouth to raise awareness. So if you see these symbols please pay them their proper respect. They are not to be used in cosplay or costumes nor are they to be mocked or appropriated.

You'll also find the phrase "No more stolen sisters" in discussions about MMIW. This is a phrase specifically intended to raise awareness and bring attention to the MMIWG2S crisis and it shouldn't be applied to anyone except indigenous women, girls, and two spirits.

MMIW: Red Symbolizes a Call for Attention

Origin of the movement Missing and Murdered Women and Girls, why wear red, current legal challenges and future hopes. (May 5, 2020)

What does a red handprint symbolize? The meaning brings awareness to an ongoing crisis

For Native and Indigenous communities, 'No More Stolen Sisters' calls attention to Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.

Along with all these facts I wanna ask you to look up infamous cases of MMIW. Look up Savanna Greywind and look up "Search the Landfill." And please check out this link that covers the legal "loophole" that allows tribal women to be assaulted without any hope for their non-native abusers being held accountable.

Let the horror that some native and first nations women go through fuel your desire to become an advocate for the MMIWG2S epidemic. Sit with us in solidarity and acknowledge the scope of the systemic injustices being done against us.

More reources on MMIWG2S, how the crisis is being handled by government, and how you can help:

WASHINGTON – Native American tribal leaders urged lawmakers to increase federal funding and implement national reporting systems to help sol

Red Dress Day

Red Dress Day 2025, held every May 5th, is a National Day of remembrance and activism honouring the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous

‘A slap in the face’: activists reel as Trump administration removes crucial missing Indigenous peoples report

The Not Invisible Act Commission’s resource was historic for Native Americans. It’s now been scrubbed from federal websites

When Your Loved Ones Go Missing and Authorities Don’t Care

“We have no idea where she could be.”

List of resources from the Coalition to Stop Violence Against Natives Women that includes resources for women, LGBT and two spirit people, trafficking survivors, DV survivors, and of course resources specific to MMIWG2S.

If you have any questions please ask them, just be respectful and don't ask anything in bad faith.

[chelseaschatterbox]

Something that jumped out at me:

Hey Florida, what's going on here???

[buffalo-tracks]

Central Florida tops list for human trafficking, report shows

A new study from the University of South Florida reveals Orange County among the highest-risk areas.

[shoulmate]

There are so many things I need to be doing this morning but I can't bring myself to stop sitting with my plants while listening to the birds

[holmesandtheroman]

NOTICE: As more and more fanfic writers are using generative AI for their works (you uncreative dweebs), I hereby swear on everything I hold dear that I have not and will NEVER use generative AI in ANY of my written work. Everything I post will be organically and creatively my own.

[medlilove]

To people who are desperately asking for fundz/donations on tumblr.

USE THESE REDDIT SUBS INSTEAD PLEASE FOR GOODNESS SAKE!!!!!!!!!

Hate Reddit if you want, but using these subs are your best chance. People gather in these subs because they have charity to spare:

/r/Assistance /r/legaladvice /r/RandomKindness /r/Charity /r/care /r/Random_Acts_Of_Pizza /r/Food_Pantry https://www.reddit.com/r/RandomActsOfPetFood/ https://www.reddit.com/r/RandomActsOfChristmas/ https://www.reddit.com/r/almosthomeless/ https://www.reddit.com/r/homeless

/r/freelance  /r/povertyfinance /r/thrifty /r/borrow /r/gofundme

/r/depression /r/familysupport /r/transitions 

I never see anyone actually getting any significant donations on tumblr and to be honest, tumblr is the worst place to ask for assistance. Use it as your last resort, it frustrates me to no end seeing people begging for help, reblogging the same post over and over, the same types of posts over and over, to no avail, when people are waiting to help you on a different part of the web  GO TO WHERE THE HELP IS. IF YOU WANT DIRECT ACTION TO WORK STOP WITH TUMBLR AND USE REDDIT.

PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF SATAN REBLOG THIS SO WE CAN START REDUCING THE AMOUNT OF DONATION POSTS THAT GET STUCK FLOATING AROUND THIS WEBSITE

[felix-01000101]

To all donation blogs, this might interest you.

[dira333]

I'm looking for a romantic lover/partner

Who's supportive, caring, and cuddly

Ick to avoid: wants children, is wishy-washy

😘 thank youuu

hello love, thank you for participating.

I do see our Mr. Iwaizumi as someone who wants children in his life, so even though I think he'd be one of the most supportive, caring and cuddly guys for you (since I know what your eyes want too) I cannot recommend him to you.

Instead, how about:

Mr. Fatgum. He's the ultimate supporter, will cook you everything you could ever want to eat, his body will literally suck you up if you're cuddling him, trapping you in a forever-hug and... he has all the kids he could ever want at work, she he for sure doesn't want any at home. Please, he has to deal with Kirishima on the daily...

Rin Matsuoka. He might seem a little stand-offish at first, but boy, does he support you. With him you'll have to deal with a) major cleavage, all the time b) him making friends (and fanboys) everywhere you go yet he has only eyes for you and c) silly little games over everything you do. You want the last bite of his burger? You better get ready to rock-paper-scissor him for that!

Murasakibara Atsushi. Excuse him while he's off crushing the skulls of everyone who has ever wronged you. And please, try to get out of bed when this guy is cuddling you (spoiler alert, you won't be able to). Does he want children? No, he's already one himself.

(you get one extra because we're cool❤): Sakusa Kiyoomi. The the unknowing outsider he seems standoffish and careless, but you best believe he's one of the cuddliest, touchy-feeliest guys you've ever met - once he trusts you. This is the guy who's life motto is: If you're my friend, you're staying my friend, whether you want to or not.

Dira's matchmaking business is open!

[shoulmate]

I humbly, ENTHUSIASTICALLY accept Fatgum. I would love the shit out of his hero kids, too, and my gosh--ultimate cuddle buddy and chef, and have you seen his regular human form!??? 🥵

[shoulmate]

I'm hosting a theme party. The theme: Annoy your friends and lovers.

I'm coming dressed as a  Lucifer Dogfish to tease Hinata, my best friend, who in turn has dressed as my unfinished WIP's to annoy me into finishing them.

What are you wearing and who are you bringing?

Ohh, stirring up some trouble today, are we 😏

I had a whole poly Atsumu-Sakusa costume situation involving dust bunnies and Osamu's highschool jersey but you know what I would really do?

As Iwaizumi's partner I would write to Oikawa and ask to borrow his jersey (no half-hearted nonsense in this house). And, though he still comes to the party dressed as an unmatching pair of socks, Iwa is PISSED at the sign of someone else's name across my back. That's the moment he realizes it's time to pick out a ring 😇♥️

[shoulmate]

@notsochillnerd

This what I heard in my head. This guy.

I'dgotojailforkiyoomii'mjustsaying

[mattsundaes]

“oh no, he’s hot” game — writers, reblog if you want readers to inbox you what character your writing unexpectedly/unintentionally/accidentally made them attracted to.

a confessional, if you will.

[shoulmate]

NOBODY GOT YOU THE WAY I DO

WHATEVER DEMONS YOU'RE FIGHTING THROOOOOUUUUUGH

Guess who just started Kaiju no. 8

👉#ya fae-wannabe shoulmate👈

[dira333]

Kiss the Girl - Kiyoshi Teppei x Reader

for @shoulmate for the Milestone Event Week 3

Dry leaves crunch under your feet as you make your way up the small path in the darkness.

Usually, nothing could get you up a hill like that at this late hour, not even the promise of delicious food and a drink or two. Okay, maybe, but only if the food’s really good.

“Careful now,” you hear and you look down at your feet again, try to aim your flashlight a little better at the pebbles trying to trip you.

“Teppei-”

“No,” there’s a smile in his voice you don’t need to see. “I’m not telling you where we’re going.”

“But what if I need to pee?”

“Look around,” he moves his arm, almost pushing you into the hillside. “No one’s going to see, you can pee wherever.”

“Gross.”

He laughs and starts moving again, muttering instructions under his breath.

Just when you’re about ready to turn around and call it a day - or rather, a night - Teppei stops.

“We’re here.”

Here looks just like everything else you’ve passed before.

“Where?”

Teppei laughs and slips his backpack off. “On top of the hill, dummy.”

“I’m not a dummy,” you complain. “You’re the dummy for forcing me up a hill at almost midnight.”

“Oh, but it will be worth it,” he promises, pulling a blanket out of his backpack and putting it on the ground. “Sit.”

The blanket is followed by a take-out container that you eagerly take.

Your favorite snacks blink back at you and while they are only lukewarm now, they’ve never tasted better.

Teppei settles next to you while you feast, accepting a few bites when you offer them. 

“So you got me up this hill,” you start again but Teppei shushes you, pulling you close before pointing upwards.

“What?”

“The moon,” he whispers softly into your ear. “Look at it.”

You do and it takes your breath away.

The sky is clear tonight and here, away from the bright lights of the city, the moon looks almost close enough to touch. Stars are glittering in the sky around it, like diamonds on black velvet.

Teppei’s chest vibrates with muffled laughter and he presses a kiss against your temple.

“You said you love the moon. So I had to try and give it to you.”

“It’s beautiful.”

“Yeah,” he nods, his chin resting on top of your head. “It is.”

You sit like that for a while, quiet, taking it all in.

But it’s late and the week is catching up to you and you yawn, sinking further into Teppei.

He laughs. “I’m sorry for keeping you awake a little longer, but I have a question to ask.”

“No,” you grumble, “I’m not hiking up another hill with you.”

“Not even a figurative hill?”

You furrow your brows. “A figurative hill? What are you talking about?”

You turn to look at him, surprised to find him pulled away.

“Excuse me for not getting down on one knee,” he points out, “but my doctor kinda forbid me doing that.”

He opens a little velvet box, revealing a beautiful ring.

“Will you marry me? And walk through life with me, through all the ups and downs, the hills and valley’s?”

“Only if you keep bringing snacks along,” you tease him, before taking his hand. “You’re such a sap. Of course, I’ll marry you.”

The moon smiles down at you when he kisses you, a gentle face in the dark sky.

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[shoulmate]

Omfg he absolutely wouldn't be allowed to get down on one knee 😭😭😭

[dira333]

Put a ring on it - Tag Game

smth smth coming up for me and I want to treat myself with the ring of my dreams for it.

How does the game work? Simple.

Imagine your f/o buying a ring for you. Promise ring, proposal or maybe the ring of your new kingdom? And since we're having fun here, why not give a few more options?

I'm currently obsessed with moss agate. If my gem stone doesn't look like it contains an evil spirit, don't even bother asking me.

Tagging:

@lemurzsquad @alienaiver @arisaturn @shouyuus @shoulmate

@notsochillnerd @haikyu-mp4 @satorisoup @reverie-starlight

and whoever wants to join

[reverie-starlight]

Thank you for the tag!!! I ramble a bit abt why I chose this style/gem, sorry 🫶🏻

soooooo if it’s not clear already, I loveeeeeeee sapphire. my dream engagement and/or wedding ring would be a blue sapphire with a silver or dark grey/black band of some sort with leafy/flowery detailing. I’d also love ruby, but I prefer sapphire juuust a bit more.

sapphire and ruby are very sturdy choices to go with, they’re abt a 9 on the mohs scale under diamonds (a 10, aka very hard), so they won’t scratch or damage easily at all AND they’re fun to look at!!! I’ve mentioned this to my faves a million times so there’s no question in their minds abt what to lean towards for when they propose.

I’m pretty certain the last picture isn’t a sapphire but I saw it and couldn’t not include it.

this style just feels so elegant and like something out of a fantasy book to me 🫶🏻

Tagging in case you want to join: @emmyrosee @softshuji @tetzoro @hopeluna @whipped-for-fictionals and anyone else who wants to join!!

[shoulmate]

I'll add on here (thank you for the original tag @dira333)

My current f/o is giving me this menacing ring imbued with powers for ruling his kingdom at his side 😏

@notsochillnerd @greyrain23 @darthferbert @ayeputita @rosieyama @missalienqueen and anyone else who wants to join especially all of you who boop-warred me and I can't find the notifications anymore to list all of youuuu

[behaviornerdwithahat]

In case anyone finds it helpful because mobility aids are horrifically expensive and inaccessible…

And for those people who have access to mobility devices but might benefit from a second chair they can abuse without risking expensive damage…

Erik Kondo has made a website, Open Source Innovations, that details plans for DIY wheelchairs. These wheelchairs can be made from common materials like wood, plastic, and pvc. They are lightweight and can be custom fit to the user allowing from the same degree of movement you would get from a custom chair. And they are durable and easily repairable. (he has been stress testing his latest design by dropping it down stairs, dropping it out of a car, launching it across a driveway, and throwing it off a deck). Its 12lbs and I think he said its was in the $200 ish range for parts.

He also is working on cheap, open source, accessible designs for beach chairs, off road chairs, motorized attachments (think smart drive), and so on. Plus he skateboards in his wheelchair. Cool dude, helpful info, pass it on.

[sumi-sprite]

It's incredibly sad people have to resort to this, but it's a damn good resource. Use it. Spread awareness. Maybe one day people with physical disabilities won't need DIYs like this. But until then, reblog and share.

[dira333]

Who's the best duo to care for a sick person?

Akaashi & Bokuto

Kuroo & Kenma

Kagami & Kuroko

Aomine & Momoi

Bonus, how do they do it?

This is really hard.

It's a battle between Akaashi and Kuroo, because their respective counterparts don't do anything but get in the way.

Akaashi's a caring person, as seen in the way he acts with Bokuto. He can take care of you alright. Does he know how to cook? I'm not sure but I'm sure he'll figure it out. Bokuto would try to ligthen your mood with humor, but he goes a little overboard, so beware of that.

Kenma's too lazy to care and just spends the time with you playing his games while Kuroo turns full on mother-hen. He cooks, he cleans, he puts wet cloths on your forehead. He'd be a pro if he focused only on you and not on Kenma and work and other friends as well.

Kagami is a fabulous cook, so you'll feel better in no time, but he's got the worst bedside manner you can think of. He grunts and groans and asks what you need this time. Kuroko's softer, but he's pretty mid in everything, so you know how he does.

Aomine and Momoi suck ass. I'm sorry, it's the truth. Momoi can't cook. She can analyze you on sight and is probably the only one who tells you to go see a doctor but if she tries to cook for you, don't eat it! If he cares about you, Aomine will carry you to the doctor, but his food is only a little bit more edible than Momoi's and his advice is to sleep until you feel better.

[shoulmate]

The Aomine and Momoi response had me cackling. I don't disagree with any of these. Tbh my top pick is Akaashi and Bokuto. I feel like after Bokuto gets some of his golden retriever energy out and can *maybe* chill out he would be top-tier cuddle buddy for recovery

[staticnoisesss]

how you can help palestine

*i regularly update this post with any new info i find so please always reblog the original post*

Donations

donations currently reaching gaza:

‼️ help buy e-sims for people in gaza

donate to get food packages to gaza - care for gaza

donate direct aid to gaza - ehab rida (longtime activist and volunteer, has been carrying out donations and humanitarian projects in gaza since 2021)

palestine children's relief fund

world food programme

aid to gaza - taawon/bank of palestine

help gaza’s children

female hygiene kits for gaza - pious project

donate to UNRWA

urgent humanitarian aid to palestinians - anera

medical aid for palestinians

urgent support for medical professionals in gaza

gaza evacs and prosthetics - raindove (link to donations in their bio)

donate to ahmed (@/90-ghost on tumblr)

he is born, raised and based in gaza. please help him reach his goal of $50K to get his family to safety across the rafah border into egypt. as of right now… it’s $7.5K per person to evacuate gaza.

help journalist yousef escape gaza to treat his cancer

help mohamed evacuate gaza to get treatment for himself and his daughter

support palestinians: buy a keffiyeh from the last and only factory in palestine - hirbawi

secondary donations:

click to donate - arab.org

emergency relief for gaza - pious projects

palestine red crescent society

save palestine - islamic relief canada

send medical supplies to gaza - palestinian american medical association

help bring down israel's weapon trade - palaction

donate for the recovery of hisham awartani

one of the three palestinian students shot by a racist in vermont for wearing kufiyas and speaking arabic. hisham’s injuries have left him paralysed from below the chest.

Petitions

‼️ urge icj to invite gazan journalists to testify

international cultural workers to strike from german cultural institutions for their complicity in oppressing palestinians and promoting genocide - strike germany

petition to investigate war crimes committed by israeli military

demand ceasefire - amnesty international

open call for immediate ceasefire

american government call for immediate ceasefire

american government to stop funding israeli military

ceasefire and increase humanitarian assistance - oxfam au

petition to get canva to address their pro-israel stance

invoke the genocide convention to call for ceasefire in gaza - world beyond war

suspend israel from international sports - diem25

UK to expel israeli ambassador - change.org

gaza healthcare workers for nobel peace prize - change.org

teachers around the world demand ceasefire - teachers for palestine

president whitten: reinstate samia halaby retrospective NOW - action network

demand the immediate release of mansour shouman

location specific petitions

gaza call for lasting ceasefire - oxfam (UK)

end israeli occupation - parliament uk (UK)

email your MP - medical aid for palestine (UK)

protect gaza civilians - islamic relief (UK)

stop fuelling genocide - action network (USA)

@ biden: call for ceasefire now - move on (USA)

ceasefirenow.com - jewishvoiceofpeace (USA)

call congress and demand a ceasefire - uscpr (USA - they provide a script of what you should say, so don't worry about it)

note: you can call everyday. they tally the number of calls per issue. so more calls = higher chance for them to take action. p.s. you mainly go to voicemail so don’t worry about phone call anxiety. fight through it just this once please.

no forced displacement! - action network

australia call on israel to stop attacking palestinians - apan (AUS)

immediate ceasefire and increase in humanitarian aid in gaza - actionaid (AUS)

email your MPs - stand with palestine (AUS)

‼️ australian senate to investigate australian citizens in the IDF for war crimes allegations - fpm (AUS)

‼️ arms embargo on israel - cjpme (CANADA)

sign to send letter to MP for ceasefire - nccm (CANADA)

ceasefire now! - ijv (CANADA)

call on your local mayor and council to demand ceasefire - LeadNow (CANADA)

cessez-le-feu et un couloir humanitaire - le mouvement (FRANCE)

écrivez aux député-es et sénateurs-trices - association france palestine solidarité (FRANCE)

write to your député - assemblée nationale (FRANCE)

skydda civilbefolkningen i gaza! - mittskifte (SWEDEN)

singaporeans call for immediate ceasefire (SIN)

contact your elected reps and demand a ceasefire (GERMANY)

write to the EU demanding a ceasefire (EUROPE)

template of letters you can send (EU)

guide on how to contact your MPs in EU

p.s. if the template is outdated, just use it as a guide and add a few sentences here and there that reflect the current situation. i can’t find any recent templates so :/ at least this is something

multiple actions you can take to help palestine - plant een olifbloom (NETHERLANDS)

includes: links for donations, emails to MP, emails to media, links to petitions and demonstrations

den haag, maak nú werk van vrede in israël/Palestina - the right forum (NETHERLANDS)

māori call for palestine - ourActionStation (NZ)

deem israeli actions as war crimes - NZ parliament/pāremata aotearoa (NZ)

basta ao genocídio em Gaza! - awaaz (BRAZIL)

globo e grande mídia, parem de desumanizar civis palestinos - the intercept (BRAZIL)

manifesto ao governo brasileiro - petição pública (BRAZIL)

Campaigns

‼️ justice for palestine

reach out to countries to back up south africa’s invoke genocide convention at the ICJ

‼️ international criminal court

submit evidences of israeli war crimes

friends of al-aqsa

❥ UK-specific

urge your MP to speak up for palestine

hands off al-aqsa

stop administrative detention

petition for UK to stop arming israel

❥ International

boycott puma — email them to end their partnership with israel

boycott coca-cola

islamic relief canada

urge your MP to rally for ceasefire

decolonise palestine

poster campaign to raise awareness on the war crimes being committed against palestinians

text/call campaign for people living in USA

text RESIST @ 50409 to send a letter to your representatives to pass HR3103–a bill that prohibits tax dollars from going to israel

download 5Calls app to contact members of your congress | (more info)

fax campaign for people in the USA

go on this website to send 5 free faxes per day

here’s a link to a pre-written fax copy you can download to send (the first link on the linktree)

here’s a video that explains how to fax your senator (it’s very easy and all you need is a valid email address)

‼️ BDS movement

get involved in boycotting companies associated with israel

palestine diaspora network

global strike guide - join the global strike!

please let me know if you have any more links. i will add them in. and please reblog the original post!!

UPCOMING PROTESTS

PALESTINIAN LITERATURE READING LIST

PALESTINIAN BUSINESSES

-last updated 11/3/24-

[shoulmate]

You have to man the kissing booth at Haikyuu University. Who's the first one at your booth, who buys up all the tickets and who gets kicked out for fighting the guys trying to come over to your booth?

Atsumu. I'm giggling. It's 100% Atsumu. The whole thing was probably a prank set up by kuroo or osamu just to trigger him

[possessionisamyth]

If you live in the USA and you're pleading for donations to pay your rent, bills, or get food then dial 211! Please dial 211 before the last minute!

It's a toll free service with people who will help you find programs in your community to pay those bills, find food, and find housing! They will give you numbers to call so you can get help.

It is not 100% foolproof. Their job is to direct you to a program they believe will help your current issue, but it's still a step up from praying random strangers online will give you enough cash before a deadline! The added benefit of these community programs, which get funded by the local government most of the time, is if there are more people using them then they can get more money to help more people.

You're not taking resources from other people if you use your community services. Your taxes pay for them. Use them.

Dial 211 first to see if they can help, and if for some reason they can't, then make your donation posts!

https://www.211.org/

[dcmcboxers]

Hi I work for my state's 211 service. It really breaks my heart how many people only know to call us at the last minute. 211's can provide a whole wealth of resources to use before things ever get to a cut off utility, eviction, or homelessness!

I can't speak for all 211's but most should also have a website detailing all the agencies in their database. if you don't like phone calls, this can be something to reference instead.

If you don't have health insurance but you need to see a doctor, reference 211! We list clinics that provide free or discounted general care, vision, and dental services to low income households and people without insurance! Many hospitals also have financial aid policies that can severely reduce your bill if you had an expensive procedure!

If you're stuck in a dead end job or need educational resources reference 211! There are a lot of programs focused on providing basic adult education as well as trade skills or other high demand fields! State governments are generally more interested in funneling people into work than providing benefits, but you can still use this to your advantage especially if you have some form of disability but are still able to work. That includes if you're neurodiverse or have mental health issues! Most of these programs are extremely underutilized.

If you believe you qualify for public benefits but the bureaucracy of the process is in your way, reference 211! There are agencies specifically geared towards helping people obtain the benefits they qualify for- for free!

If you need help with your taxes-

If you need help finding a pro bono lawyer-

If you need help finding affordable housing/section 8 housing-

If you need help finding food pantries-

If you need help paying for your prescriptions-

If you need help obtaining disability aids or assistive technology-

If you need help finding transportation options-

If you need help following a natural or personal disaster (like a home fire)-

If you need help repairing a home you or your family owns or it needs modifications to be accessible-

If you need Queer resources-

Reference your 211!!!!!

I had no idea what 211 was before working for it but I wish I had. I've learned so much about what resources are actually available to the community even in a ho hum area of the country like my state. I've saved my partner literally thousands of dollars just from the medical resources I've gathered.

Not enough young people know about or utilize these services but they are there for you!

P. S.

This isn't an intended use of 211, but I like to reference the agency listings when I look for jobs. Many of the agencies listed are non-profits which, while they certainly are not perfect, generally have lower barriers of entry to decent paying jobs with benefits. The work environments tend to be much kinder and at least pretend to be forward thinking. You're more likely to find jobs without as many people applying as well, especially if they're only advertising their positions through their own website.

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