I'm sorry things are so hard. I've always disliked the fact that some people can't get the necessary they need due to finances.

I was formerly able to qualify for a publicly funded program to go to a psychologist because I was in between jobs and on unemployment. Now I am working, but my benefits haven't started yet. I make too much to be able to qualify for the assistance I formerly received, but the out of pocket cost to see my psychologist would be ridiculous. I think I can make it until March 1rst, but the health system as a whole is not right.

I wish you well.

Thank you :)

To be honest, I can function without it.... for the most part. I prefer to be med-free, but there are avenues of therapy I'd like to explore and I just can't.

Mostly, it makes me angry for those out there that CAN'T function.
But it's no surprise we're supporting any failing system. Sigh.

Off on the divorce tangent--I did my divorce all myself for about $500. The initial filing was about $400 which paid for the entire process with the courts. I paid $50 to have my ex served. Then I paid $20 to have our settlement agreement notarized. That was all that I had to do financially. I'm filing the final papers next week.

Now if your ex refused to cooperate with you on the divorce proceedings and you have to file to compel for certain things, then it could get costly. Is that the case for you? I hope that you at least filed for separation so that you can receive spousal support. Not fair for you to be left high and dry financially.

I agree, it's amazing.

I feel ya, Girl.

In my area, even those places that have sliding scales according to income, are impossible to get into. I am limited to where to go for providers. Those providers are not accepting new patients.

It doesn't seem right at all.

Hugs to you.

I hear you Ephem.....healthcare is just Not right!!!!!!!!!!!!

I agree, that is a fucked up statement about the state of healthcare in this country.

And you're right, it's the most frustrating when you think about how many people are out there who literally can't live their lives without medical care.

I was work-friends with a guy who was severely depressed and schitzophrenic. Long story short, he was in that "gap" where he was making too much to qualify for assistance, yet still couldn't afford his medications. He ended up committing murder. So yeah, it's a BAD BAD BAD deal.

For me it's not too bad right now...unless, God forbid, I need hospitalization. But I can afford the 3-month pill doctor visits for my anxiety pills, and I'm on that Walgreens prescription plan, which cuts a huge chunk of money out of hte price of the pills.

But, it's always in the back of my mind becuase I haven't seen a doctor for years, save for one out-of-pocket visit because I thought there was somethign wrong with my kidneys. Otherwise, it's been those walk-in clinics they put in pharmacies. Which still aren't cheap without insurance.

Okay now I'm babbling...but I totally agree that for those who truly need a higher level of help, it's criminal that the system just basically turns them out on their own. Sad.

because of where i'm from, the idea of being turned away from receiving healthcare is completely foreign to me.

i feel sorry for americans. what a broken system.

would filling for a separation accomplish your goal? would it be cheaper to file for a separation? dunno...just trying to think of options.

your right....I would give anything to go to school.....get landed in jail and you can!! for free!

O and you get served steak and eggs! I never get to eat steak!

Now you know why it's no big deal for criminals to get thrown back in prison.

My divorce isn't really the issue here, although I do appreciate the suggestions. This is a temporary issue that will be resolved within a few months.

I was simply making a point to highlight how bass-ackwards things are.....

I hear you on the services. But for the divorce, depending on where you are from, there may be free or low income divorces and legal problems. I live in Idaho and we have Legal Aid. you may want to check with someone in your area if there is something like this.

hope this helps you

All I can say Eph is Amen. This system is majorly screwed up.

All hail the NHS!!

This is why I wanted the US to have socialised health care.
Been here too long and seen too many not be able to get therapy/meds etc because some financier says no.

Obeylix, I can stay at your place as long as I want, right? I'll sleep in the shed for some healthcare :P