Benefits are ending soon and I have no offer - what worked for you?

My unemployment benefits end in 10 weeks and I have not found work as a barista. I am in Pittsburgh, in case local advice matters. I wonder about extended programmes or help from local agencies. Where did you get help with bills?

Food pantries and community kitchens helped us stretch the budget. No shame in using them.

Keep everything in writing and save the confirmation numbers. It made the follow-up calls so much easier.