Sam has disclosed her story about living with mental illness, and how social security has gotten her life back on track by receiving aide for proper care.Read More
John served in the military years ago, he now lives on the support of social security and other programs. He cannot live without these programs, which are funded by his social security.Read More
My name is Najla Raufyar. I have lived in Manchester for 16 years. I live with my husband and three boys 9, 6 and 2 years old. With my first son, my husband and I worked. We were earning $9 an hour each but because we were working, Medicaid for me and my son was …Read More
Tonja Galvan’s story: You might think that three paychecks would be enough for a family of four to make ends meet, but for my family and others like us who are paid low wages, it often doesn’t come close. I have worked at the John Deere plant in Ankeny, Iowa for about nine years. It’s …Read More
Hello my name is Elaine Clemons and I live in Chicago, Illinois. I worked as psychosocial worker for many years. I had to stop working about 15 years ago when I was diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia. These disabling diseases have no cure and have kept me from doing the job I love. …Read More
Jordan makes $9 an hour working in Des Moines and also takes care of her younger sister. She got involved in the campaign to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour in Polk County.Read More
Maureen talks about facing challenges like being the caregiver for her mother and then losing a son to homicide.Read More
Deana Knutsen talks about facing her sister’s health challenges without insurance why we need health care for all.Read More
Julie Amsbury from Washington Community Action Network in Spokane, Wa talks about trying to get back on track after spending time in jail, and in particular the challenge of paying legal financial obligations,Read More
I refused to let the storm beat me and I refused to let the recovery defeat me. Like 40,000, other homes mine was severely damaged after Superstorm Sandy hit New Jersey in 2012. I not only lost a home but I also lost a business and a 2nd job. I didn’t think I could feel …Read More
