Last week of benefits, options? - first time posting

The claim window is closing and I am worried about bills. I do not usually post, so bear with me. I wonder about extended programmes or help from local agencies. Did you find short-term work?

Call 211 to hear about emergency help with rent or utilities in your area. The list was longer than I expected.

I took a temp job while I kept looking. It covered rent, and the agency sent me to a permanent job within a couple of months.