Career change after a layoff, where to begin?

I want to move from home health aide to something with more stability. I do not usually post, so bear with me. I have a little time and a small budget for training. Did you take a pay cut?

I began with informational chats, then a short online course, then a related entry-level role. It took about 9 months.

You likely have more transferable skills than you think. Write down what you did, not what the job title said.