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(It's okay if you just skip reading this, or let this die in usersub, I just don't know what else to do). Please don't feel pressured to upvote, I'm not trying to get points here.
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So, Story Time:
I'm disabled from a congenital brain disorder I was born with, probably from being born premature. I'm not dumb and I'm mobile, able to lift a bit, walk around, etc, but sometimes I have fainting spells when I get too stressed and my body needs time to sort stress out. Sensory integration disorder. My parents are both diabetic, have had heart surgery, a kidney transplant, and have needed me there to help take care of them, but I can't do enough to help them that qualifies for aid. I'm glad I have a home with my family, two loving cats, and friends online to talk to, but when health issues come up for my parents, the stress makes me sick, and I've lost jobs because of it. Mostly needing time off to cope and handle the stress or not being able to work eight hour shifts consistently.
I want to work, and succeed, but every 'at home' job I look for either seems like a suspicious pyramid scheme or a possible scam. I'm 32 and my parents can't afford to keep taking care of me. I'm already on food stamps, I don't want to have to stay on food stamps forever, and I'd like to at least be comfortable enough to afford my own food, clothes, and have spending money. I'm tired of feeling like a burden to my parents.
I guess I just wanted someone to hear me, maybe offer some good advice? Genuine advice? It's been tough for the last ten years especially. Just when I start to do better mentally and emotionally (chronic anxiety and depression), my parents get sick again, and the stress brings me back down again. I love them, I need something small and simple I can do online, and I have no idea where to look or who to turn to.
To answer any questions, I am applying for Social Security, but that process could take several months, or years, and I do want to be able to work part time. I know I couldn't handle a full time job, hell I couldn't really handle a full time school back in the day, but I guess I'm hopeful someone in the IMGUR community might know resources I don't know? I've applied to LinkedIn, Monster.com, Ziprecruiter, and I'm open to checking out anything that's legitimate or sending in my resume to anyone who might want to take a gander at it.
Mostly, I'm just scared. Of what I'll be when they're gone or where I'll go. If anyone's ever been in a situation like this and got through it.
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TL;DR: 32 year old who hasn't had many jobs is having an existential crisis and wants work advice.
qqkikilicious
AppleCare is a good work at home option and they have an initiative to hire people who are empowered by their disabilities.
firstloveisroti
https://www.nticentral.org/nt I-main-homepage. This company has WFH jobs for individuals w/ disabilities. Mainly inbound customer service.
catsandcoke
Usajobs.gov has some stuff for people with disabilities.
florpglorp
I feel you, im 24 i have brain cancer and live with my parents. I just started a remote job last week but its hard for me to hold on to jobs
florpglorp
Im scared I might loose it.
pumkinballs24
Have you heard of the Squid Game?
lovemetenderlovemesweet
Please also consider teaching foreigners English online. Native speakers are always needed.
lovemetenderlovemesweet
For example https://skyeng.es/job
swordsnguns
Working from home might be a a reasonable accommodation given all of this, worth bringing up particularly if the company brings up EOE stuff
krugle
If you have any kind of online marketable skill you could maybe get into freelance work. It'll be a lot of work to get going but could work.
Peachcappuccino
Yup or VA type stuff is great. If you've got organisational skills
springelmogizmo
https://www.upwork.com/freelance-jobs/
Noughmad
Advice if go this route: Apply to *many* jobs, with a high-ish price, you'll get few jobs but it's easy to apply so do it often.
Mathomless
Lots of people are on fiverr.com
Rabenstein
I did try Fiverr but I couldn't get any bites. I may need to update that again
VirtualHugger
hotdognachos69
Remote.co is where I looked for remote jobs. Good luck OP! Rooting for you.
Penelelop
Drafting and coding are two good options. I have autism and vestibular migraines and fibro an would also not be coping well in ur situation
Penelelop
Either. Good luck!
Penelelop
And sorry you’re playing life on “hard mode”
iusedtodream
Lots of banks sent their customer service ppl home. You answer phones. Pay is good.
Justheretoshowpeoplereferences
Been battling depression, obesity, skin conditions, etc and also haven’t found online work. I feel ya, if on a less major level <3
Justheretoshowpeoplereferences
Worried about post surgery stress, I blow up easy. Not to mention I have 30 bucks to my name... feels like a bad idea idk
Ss163PandaJunkie
This site has lots of part time remote jobs! (Not just for moms) https://themomproject.com/
kraeftig
If you're sociable and comfortable talking with strangers over the phone you could do what I am currently doing, insurance producer.
kraeftig
DM me if you want to talk about it.
MercerSkye
Write about your life experiences. Sell them for cheap on Kindle or whatever platform you support. There's a huge market for slice of life>
MercerSkye
Stories. Keep 'em short, sweet, and cheap. I'm rusty, but more than happy to help with editing advice
Rabenstein
I'd love any advice you wanted to give if you'd like to share! Where do you learn to be a better editor?
InspiringBadger
Possibly something in the arts or crafts direction? If you're looking for a little something extra in your pocket. It's tough to go full
InspiringBadger
Time, but if it's a supplemental thing, you can work at your own pace.
SeriousSeamstress
I agree with this. Starting up an online craft business might work. Making quick things like stickers would be fairly flexible.
ImmortalChild
Lots of tutoring schools are still remote + only require a few hours a week, not sure if that's something you'd be interested in. GL @op :)
ScorpionSage
Disabled autistic here. SSI is pittle and they will take it away nearly dollar for dollar if you work. It is also torture to acquire. I am/
ScorpionSage
/going on year 4 of SSDI appeals and the process itself has made me more disabled. As a disabled person you’ve got first hand experience/
ScorpionSage
/on what it’s like. I’m looking into working for disability organizations part time remote because that’s possible right now. Intake and/
ScorpionSage
/service coordinator type jobs. Contact your Department of Rehabilitation, they’ll pay for expenses and job training and will help you apply
catsandcoke
https://www.usajobs.gov/help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/individuals-with-disabilities/
Rabenstein
Thank you so so much! I'll check this out soon!
catsandcoke
The federal hiring process takes forever. It took me 8 months to get into my job and I had worked in it before.
fpro
become a world famous cat burgler
thisiscatman
Once you've stolen all the cats, bring them to me. Also goodluck.
Notmeathead
Maybe a buried comment but really appreciated how you articulated yourself grammatically and contextually, as an asides
fred12df365
Yes your writing is good. Certainly worth looking for freelance writing jobs
monsster
Incredibly well written indeed
Rabenstein
Thank you! I do my best, haha. I'd love to get a job writing, it's more the 'how' that eludes me sometimes
clintwestwud
Have you checked out video editing? I learned from zero knowledge about computers but figured it out and it’s a blast. Even graphic design.
clintwestwud
I had to quit my last job because my father needed taken care of at home. Doing editing whenever I’ve got free time is so nice.
clintwestwud
And the pay is good. Just an idea for ya. Tons of opportunities to work from home with a computer. Lmk if you need help with anything @op :)
DobryPolak
My brother has been earning online with surveys. He pays his rent and bills by doing so. Only takes a couple hours. Maybe that for you? :)
SteelSpaceBandit
Seriously though, what are the sites he is using? Those things pay so little, have cash out limits, and pay you with gift cards right?
Rabenstein
How does he do this? o: I'd be open to anything
AHornyRhino
What website?
OddOod
Mechanical turk is the biggest one
DobryPolak
I've heard him mention that one. The others I don't know. Sorry.
Rabenstein
Also I have 69 upvotes and the law states I must say 'nice'
Rabenstein
Thank you all for the suggestions Its given me some hope and options going forward
PimpinKen
Comcast has switched all call centers to 'work from home' They have entry level jobs and provide you with everything you need to work. You >
PimpinKen
Might need a desk, but they give you a phone, computer, monitors, the works. I dont like the company as a whole, but they have treated my >
PimpinKen
Sister really well. Something to look into.
MrDreaqu
I'd suggest looking at IT related jobs as those a very flexible in hours and remote work which might lower chance on faints.
Trickky
What do you want to do? Spend 3 months learning SQL, and you'll find some entry level job doing it. IT is a great career path.
Rabenstein
I'm not sure if I've ever heard what SQL is! I'll have to look it up
Trickky
Get really good at Excel, and then later SQL. A lot of IT jobs you can work from home, and are pretty flexible with how you work.
Trickky
Dice.com has legit jobs. Search for entry level and ask recruiters if it's WFH.
ChronicEd
https://www.wearecapable.org/ this is a site to help chronically ill people find jobs. They started up a community forum about a year ago.
ImAnUpVoterUnlessYoureAnUberDouche
Thank you for sharing this! My wife’s cousin is in desperate need of something like this.
ChronicEd
I wish I had found it years ago, as I have too many difficulties learning new things, yeesh. Anyway, I really hope they keep going with ->
ChronicEd
and improve it. It has so much potential.
Gboyfitbones
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Ryvienna
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johnhatten2
wear a capable
johnhatten2
*insert confused cat meme*
Rabeandre
Wear-a-cap able. Is able to wear a cap
Rabenstein
Thank you so much I'll check this out right now!
lighterletter
Ha e You thought about digital work? I learned programming with just a GED, and have been able to care for myself and my parents.
lighterletter
@OP, it takes a lot of work and dedication but there are programs online, and Google came out with career certificates that can help.
lighterletter
https://grow.google/certificates/ There are a lot of roles you can fill in the tech world from home, which should be safer for you. GL!
anyofmany
I am severely restricted because of IBS- I am now self employed, which solves one part- but brings a whole load of new problems
anyofmany
I found that small offices- esp. in corona times are more open to let someone work from home without the need to provide office space
natachan
The good thing about covid is that a lot of work has gone remote. I think you might be best signing up to a temp agency and explain the situ
Rabenstein
I've never applied for a temp agency before, though I have seen it referenced on movies! How would I go about doing so?
natachan
Have a look for agencies in your area (Google/yellow pages) and give them a call/look on their site what kind of jobs they do ... /1
natachan
Like receptionist, accounts assistant, clerks, etc. Then give them a call and arrange to get set up, take your docs and have a chat. /2
natachan
Then you basically sit back and wait for the phone to ring for where they have jobs need doing. The better you are in a job the more work /3
natachan
You'll get and sometimes they will put u forward for a permanent job if you're like their favourite /4
BeanTootsAreBest
What kind of work (or hobbies) do you do? If I know anyone in those fields I'll connect you.
Rabenstein
I enjoy creative writing! But my last job was being the depositor for a church
Rabenstein
I roleplay and practice writing! I'm not 100% sure of my editing skills, though
BeanTootsAreBest
Looks like some other commenters have some great resources for you beyond my reach. I'll ask around and will DM you and keep in touch.
OddOod
There might be work in freelance writing. Pay is shit though.
tschallacka
Learn programming. There are plenty remote jobs in that field.
tvaumat
"Plenty" is not the descriptor I'd use, it is a pretty saturated market. Also, ignorant to say "learn programming". FORTRAN
genepoolboy
If you can write that well, you can learn to program. While programming you can take a break when ever you need to.
samuelrogers197824
I know they are only trying to help but as a past programmer, I don't recommend getting into the field if you have any other options.
OddOod
Why? Being a web dev at a big company is a pretty cush job
johnnypost
As a past programmer who still works in IT, my happiest work days were programming. I used to literally run in from the parking lot.
johnnypost
I suggest to start with either JavaScript / angular or python.
tschallacka
Heh, what made you turn your back?
samuelrogers197824
Low pay, no raises, no mobility, overly demanding and frankly stupid bosses
samuelrogers197824
Once, I was literally asked to write an AI that could make better decisions than a human and complete the project in just over a week
samuelrogers197824
I was reprimanded for refusing. I didn't refuse, I said it was impossible.