Budgeting tips when income drops - any advice?

My income is now a fraction of what it was as a project coordinator and I am trying to cover the essentials. This is my first time dealing with any of this. The rent is fixed and the car payment is high. Did lenders work with you?

Check for energy assistance programmes. I got a credit that covered two bills.

A paper list of bills by due date helped me more than an app. I could see the month at a glance.