The economic crisis has dominated headlines with stories about big companies like AIG and big-time crooks like Bernie Madoff, but what about everyday people like you? How is the recession impacting your life? We want to hear your story! We are collecting personal stories for local media who want to hear about real people being affected by the economic crisis:
- Have you lost your job and now you're doing something unique to make ends meet?
- Did you get laid off from your job and decide to go back to school?
- Are you postponing your retirement because of economy?
- Have you lost your home or been forced into a different living situation?
- Have you or your organization benefited from economic stimulus funds?
- Do you know a person or company going out-of-the way to help others?
- Is there a free event coming up in your community that seeks to help people?
Click on Tell Us Your Story above and select "How the recession impacts me" when you submit. Thanks, and hang in there... we are all hoping that things improve soon.
Some suggested resources for dealing with economic crisis
www.recovery.org
www.economicRecovery.gov
www.unemployment-resources.org
www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics
www.save.org
www.SuicidePreventionLifeline.org
www.secondharvest.org
