What does the government do for you if you are 17 and pregnant and have no place to go?

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I don't know what state you live in so I can't the address specific legalities. Such as whether you are still a minor, the responsibilty of your parents, etc. I am sorry you are in such a diffiuclt position, thaere are agencies that can help. You can call the Salvation Army, Planned Parenthood, United Way, in your area. All will counsel you in your options. There are state agencies that will give you asistance in finding a place to live, medical care, and your other needs.Call the Health Services of your city or county. Good Luck, Blesssings.

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HERE in Houston You can get WIC, Food Stamps, and any other kind of government assistance you need.Since you are a struggling mother here they allow you to get an apartment at your age as long as your working ,and can pay rent.I have my own for that some reason. I live with the father of my child. I didn't let me being pregnant stop me,and you souldn't either.

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There is help available in every county. You'll get the same every mother with low income recieves food stamps, housing aid etc. Go to a womans crisis center, women there may help you obtain what you need. As an american despite your age you have the same rights to live life as you see fit for you and the baby. Most states will help you alot because they know how tough being a young mother can be and your babies health and yours should be their priority.

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Contact the Department of Family Services (sometimes referred to as state social services, DFCS, etc.) in your city or county of residence. They will make an appointment with you to apply for medicaid, assistance in finding living facilitites, WWIC, and other applicable aid. State and nonprofit agencies often work jointly to supply cash grants, assist the mother in finishing high school and/or furthering her education, find gainful employment, parenting classes, subsidized child care and so forth.

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I too became pregnant at the age of 16. I had my baby at the age of 17. I could get no help from the government, because of my age. There are organizations that will help with certain things, but I do not know of any that will help with housing. In some states you can apply for public housing when you are 17, and once you turn 18 they will give you a apartment. I know exactly how you are feeling right now, because i was in the same situation, and that is why I am now working on opening a youth center totally dedicated to helping pregnant and parenting teenagers with all needs. I hope everything goes well for you, but if you need assistance finding organizations that will help you, you are more than welcome to e-mail me at missveve2005@yahoo.com

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