Episodes

Part 1 | "Falling Behind"

It is easy to fall behind in these tough economic times, and the consequences can be devastating.

The show will feature on air guests, some special video reports and an opportunity to call in and talk to trained individuals who can help address the topics discussed.

Web Resources

United Way, Kansas City | http://www.unitedwaygkchelps.org/
Enter your zip code, income and dependent information and find out what benefits and public assistance you are entitled to. A free service of United Way, Kansas City

Low Cards | http://www.lowcards.com/
Provides two valuable resources: a list of the top cards in each of the credit card categories along with an unbiased opinion on every card; and the Complete Credit Card Index where you will find the current rates of all 1060+ credit cards available in the United States.

Illegal foreclosure | http://www.illegalforeclosures.com
Gives information and education about foreclosure. Gives you your rights in regarding foreclosure as well.

Kansas City Foreclosure Help | http://www.kcforeclosurehelp.org
A local website that provides local resources and names of federally-funded foreclosure counseling agencies that can provide free counseling information for persons facing foreclosure

Fight foreclosure | http://www.fightforeclosurefast.com
A quick and useful page of tips on how to fight foreclosure and what you should and should not do.

The Missouri department of labor and industrial relations | http://www.dolir.mo.gov/es/
Contains information on unemployment, how to file unemployment and how to check unemployment status. There is also a wealth of other beneficial information.

How to file for unemployment in Kansas | http://www.dol.ks.gov/index.html

Unemployment lifeline | http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/
Gives a local resource search for your area, a way to talk with others about your situation and an online resource center. One-stop guide that links workers to the resources in their area, from unemployment offices to veterans' services to child care. It also offers the opportunity to talk to others and share support and lessons learned. AFL-CIO

KC metro networking job club | http://sacredheartjobclub.ning.com/
A facebook-like site that provides networking opportunities for those searching for work or changing careers in the KC metro area. Provides a user page, groups and events calendar.

Goodwill Industries | http://www.mokangoodwill.org
A comfortable, caring service environment for persons with disabilities and for people with other significant barriers to employment success.

Episode Guide

Part 4 "Foreclosed, Evicted, Homeless..."

Thousands of families evicted from their homes, where did they go? more

Part 1 "Falling Behind"

Mortgages, credit card debt, evictions and foreclosure. more

Part 2 "Worried Sick"

Finding health care to resources for the unemployed. more

Part 3 "Starting Over"

How to save and cut expenses when times are tough. more