"These stories are so sad. My husband died Sept. 19th and we DID have wills so whatever we had was mine without probate. I have one step-daughter who is far from evil; more like one of my own children but there was no life insurance. He HAD life…"
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Melenkie Nov 14, 2012. 17 Replies 0 Likes
OK tomorrow it will be six months (or 181 days).Now I haven't had that other income for almost a year but I am realizing that I can't live the way I am living. I am scared about the future. I am…Continue
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judy replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"Totally can relate - 6 months after losing my husband I was layed off. He had no insurance also do to a preexisting condition. I have a temporary job - but have no health insurance - this job is til end of april and really scared of what…"
forever56 replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"After being dx'd with pancreatic cancer on 3/13 we applied for SSDI the day my DH was eligible to apply. The waiting period is 6 mos. My husband lived just long enough to get one month of SS Disability before he died 3 wks ago. I…"
Lauralee replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"Denise - I also sent to the SS office after Robert died. They printed out the report that shows how much I will get at age 60 from my husband's SS as his widow and then they printed another report for me based on my income. My…"
mem5711 (Denise) replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"I see a lot of us are having difficulty with finances.....We downsized to a beautiful condo a few years ago with the crazy notion I would be able to stay. Well....I'm not....I can't. I made the decision to move this week...with…"
janet replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"Brokenhearted, they charge a higher premium if you do smoke though. Getting ready to check on the Medicare Advantage Plan. I need to make a decision by Dec 7th so I want to sit down and talk with someonne about what my options are.
Just…"
olemiss61 replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"we didn't have insurance and lived in a house owned by his mother since his heart transplant. i never worked, housewife and mother. i was lucky enough to just make it to collect ssi but not enough to make it so my daughter and husband lives…"
Lauralee replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"Ah, so many of us in this financial situation on top of every thing else. My husband asked me to retire when he did which was early for me. He promised to take care of me for the rest of my life. When he died, he did have life…"
shiichooisme replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"I tried on the medical but because I own a home and several cars, I don't qualify for any of the government benefits because of this. :/ Thats our government for you... I tried to get state AMI (adult medical insurance) but because I have a…"
gcortez55 replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"I feel for all of you. We also had no insurance but my husband was good with money. The only hit me and the kids are taking is a higher tax bracket. If any of you qualify state or gov't sponsored support then apply for it! Hugs to all of you."
janet replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"Yes, it keeps a lot of us awake at night. We did not have insurance and it is a long story so I won't go into it. I have an IRA that I can cash out with little over $11,000 in it and would only get close to about $9,000 from it…"
shiichooisme replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"I'm soo in the same predicament! I get people telling me that why don't I get widow's benefit from social security? Well I fall into the category of the "too young." I'm going to be 50 this year. Can't collect…"
Sherbear replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"Oh BYW FYI........at sixty a widow/er is eligable to apply for survivors benefits......that is if we survive till sixty :(.
I'm hoping I might be able to swing it here until then, just work my BUT off for three years! I'm 57 now."
Sherbear replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"WOW!!!! So I'm not the only one! Yes, losing someones income instantly is just devastating! Since he had a preexisting condition he had no insurance.....except what mom got. She was an insurance agent and had purchased policies on her kids!…"
honeys(puddin) replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"I'm at that same point right now. I don't know how I'm going to make it. I've been spending and not thinking about the future because I didn't want to suvive for the future but now it appears that I am not going…"
Sharon replied to Episcopalian's discussion Finances
"I remember being aware of that 180 day mark. My autopilot crashed about that time. It is terrifying to think about what's next."
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- At 6:02pm on August 8, 2012,
srm541 said… "Welcome Episcopalian: I'm sorry for your loss but I'm glad you found your way to this site. Know that we are here for you day or night. Take a deep breath! and take one day at a time. I'm sure you already know that. Sorry for you loss, I too had issues about the Dr telling things, way to late.. I lost my Gerry on 3-26-11.
Take Care, Sharon
- At 9:03pm on August 7, 2012,
Joyce said… Welcome Episcopalian: I'm sorry for your loss but I'm glad you found your way to this site. I hope you will find the same comfort and understanding here at Widowed Village that I have. In the beginning I just read the blogs and posts and lurked in chat. Post and join us in chat when you feel comfortable. It is nice to be among people who "Get It".
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