Find out about government assistance for single moms with college scholarships
November 20, 2012
There are plenty of federal and local assets available to single moms trying to make end's meet, and for those with college scholarships, getting financial assistance for everyday items can help take the stress out of balancing work and studying. These services help with food, medical care and transportation, relieving the burden a single mom already has to shoulder.
Many of these resource are available online, but applying for specific plans could require going to a local office responsible for the administration of those benefits. Once this assistance is achieved, though, moms may be able to focus more on studying and being less stressed out.
Food stamps of all kinds
A number of programs apply to feeding needy families, though some are just for moms with young children, like Women, Infants and Children (WIC). This can be particularly helpful for single moms with college scholarships, as WIC helps them afford formula and other baby essentials that are notoriously expensive.
Even when kids get older, there are other programs that offer school lunch assistance and distribution to families that can't make it to pantries, according to the United States Department of Agriculture. Local principalities can provide links through regional government websites to see if individuals qualify and provide instructions on how to obtain these assets.
Housing and utilities
For a single mom with a college scholarship, finding a safe place to live is inherently essential, but due to financial constraints, she may not be in a place where she feels comfortable leaving the kids. Other federal programs can help mothers get into better living quarters and paying for heat, hot water and electricity, which will allow moms to focus on studying instead of working to keep the lights on.
Housing and Urban Development can help with everything from finding an apartment to funding the move, as well as providing counseling assistance for moms who aren't sure about the process involved. Energy assistance programs are also run by state governments, providing reduced payment amounts as well as vouchers for heating fuel and other utilities. Inquiring with local offices can help locate similar services, as well as obtain further information on assistance for single moms with college scholarships.
