<prompt> Human: My boyfriend needs surgery to fix what were fairly certain is an inguinal hernia. His job requires lots of lifting and he wont be able to work until its repaired. We just moved into an apartment that costs us all bills included about 1,200. I just started a new job and I make about 1,200 on my own per month, so I cant support us both with my income. His job absolutely will not pay him any medical leave, workers comp, etc. Im not sure how much his surgery will cost but Im estimating it will be close to 1,000, possibly more. Were both 19 with no savings or safety nets. We live in Texas if that matters.. What the hell am I supposed to do? It feels like I have 0 options and absolutely no way to make this work. If anyone can think of a resolution please, please give me ideas. Im feeling stuck and hopeless.  <response>: Do not take payday loans, it will start a cycle that will be very hard to escape from. Take a deep breath, its a bad moment - but your life will move past it! As others said, look into workcomp, a job he can switch to and keep some money. If its 2 months, then thats 2 months to pick up extra hours, an extra job. The good news is its almost the holiday season! Almost all retail will be needing extra help. You got this! 