<prompt> Human: I have four kids ages 15-2. All of the children have the same father, and he is in jail, soon to be prison, for sex crimes against our children. I finally got sole custody of all of the children and I am rebuilding my life slowly but surely. I am living with my parents now, along with the kids. I cant get any child support because their father has no income. I am almost finished with my bachelors degree but I dont think the degree will help me much in forwarding my career arts and letters major. I have virtually no job experience since I have always been a house wife. I also have mental health issues such as PTSD, due to the life I lived with him for 15 years. I know that I will be a good employee, but I dont know how to explain to a potential employer that I have reoccurring panic attacks daily and other issues. I know I could apply for ssi, but that is not enough to support me and my children and I want to do better for them. To add to all this I currently have no vehicle and live in a rural area. What I am wondering is if anyone has any sage words of advice or has been in a similar situation? I feel so hopeless sometimes, and I dont know how I can support these children into adulthood. Is there a line of work that might be better for me than another? Social situations are sometimes difficult for me and I also have disabilities from a TBI I suffered as a child. A recent neuropsychological exam places my writing skills as high, but many of my other skills are very low. They recommend that I apply for disabilitiy, but like I said, I cannot support my children on so little money per month. My living situation is stable for now, but it is difficult because my eldest daughter identifies as gay and my parents whom we live with are strickly religious and say and do very heinous things to my daughter. She feels threatened by the things they say and it breaks my heart to see abuse continue in her life. I tell her every day I will work to fix our problems, but inside I am freaking out. I know this is for personal finance, and I just layed out a lot of drama, but making money is my new goal in life and I would love any advice about what I should do. Thank you!  <response>: I know that SSI wont be enough to raise the kids, but wouldnt some money coming in be better than none? Plus, I know most disability programs do more than just provide a limited income. Many have programs to help people get back into the workforce, to help them find a career that will work with their particular situation. I would try to sign up for whatever assistance I could. The worst case is that they turn you down for assistance. The best case is that they help you move off SSI and into a full time job with benefits. 