You are not alone, Eva. Many have found themselves in this position. You are lucky to have your sister. First, consider going to a local church and talking to a minister or priest. Then I would advise you to see a doctor for your health checkup and possible medication, if necessary, and possibly some talk therapy. If you lack benefits, you may be able to obtain Medicaid for health coverage at no cost to you. Join the online network http://www.meetup.com group in your area of interest near where you live.

Also, there is free job search assistance, career direction counsel, skills training, etc. at your local One Stop Career Center. To find the one nearest you go to http://www.servicelocator.org and tap in your current zip code. Also, your local Catholic Church has parish social outreach ministry office which helps people with basic life needs and free community referrals to agencies providing services to individuals and families in crisis and need. Try to see this as a transition period of life. Life has many seasons for us all. Keep your faith strong and go forward one day at a time. As you gather more information and meet more people, you will then begin to find the path in which you want to go. Life is a process and we are all on the journey together! Keep people in your life who support, love and empower you — and let them know you are grateful. One day you can pay it forward…Read the 405 Club daily and other helpful Internet links on health and happiness.

Good luck and God bless you, Eva!