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Resources and support options.

Government programs, community networks, and tools pulled straight from the Navigating Divorce guidebook.

Government support
Assistance Programs

Government & financial assistance

Practical programs worth knowing about, whether you need them now or just want them in your back pocket.

WIC - Women, Infants, and Children

Nutritional support for pregnant women, new mothers, and young children: food vouchers, nutrition education, and healthcare referrals.

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SNAP

Food-purchasing assistance for low- and no-income individuals and families, delivered via an EBT card.

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TANF

Temporary financial assistance for pregnant women and families with dependent children - cash assistance, job prep, and child care support.

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Child Care Subsidies (CCDF)

Helps low-income families cover the cost of child care so they can work or attend school.

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Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher

Rental assistance for low-income families, the elderly, and people with disabilities.

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LIHEAP

Help for low-income households with home energy bills - heating, cooling, and emergency energy crises.

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Medicaid

Comprehensive health coverage for low-income individuals and families.

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CHIP

Health coverage for children in low-income families who don't qualify for Medicaid.

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Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

A refundable tax credit for low- to moderate-income working individuals and families.

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Community
Jewish Community Networks

Support & assistance networks

Organizations within the community set up specifically to help.

Achiezer - Assistance Al Kanfei Nesharim - Financial Assistance Sister to Sister - Support Single Mom Network - Support It Takes a Village - Assistance JCCRP - Support
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Financial Planning Tools

Budgeting apps

Two tools that make it easier to see where your money is going and set real goals.

Mint

Free budgeting app: links your accounts in one place, categorizes spending automatically, tracks bills, and offers free credit monitoring.

YNAB (You Need A Budget)

Zero-based budgeting app that helps you give every dollar a job, track goals, plan debt payoff, and access live budgeting workshops.

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Career Development

Salary & career research

Know your worth before you walk into an interview or a negotiation.

Glassdoor

Research typical salaries for your role, industry, and location before you negotiate.

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PayScale

Industry-specific salary surveys to help you know your worth going into an offer.

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When you're ready
Building Relationships

Dating & matchmaking networks

No pressure, no rush - just some places to start when the time feels right.

Saw You At Sinai YU Connects Adopt A Shadchan J-Swipe Loop Singles events & WhatsApp chats

This list is pulled from the Navigating Divorce guidebook and is meant as a starting point, not a complete directory. Eligibility and availability for government programs vary by state - check each program's site for current details.

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