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It's a toll free service with people who will help you find programs in your community to pay those bills, find food, and find housing! They will give you numbers to call so you can get help.

It is not 100% foolproof. Their job is to direct you to a program they believe will help your current issue, but it's still a step up from praying random strangers online will give you enough cash before a deadline! The added benefit of these community programs, which get funded by the local government most of the time, is if there are more people using them then they can get more money to help more people.

You're not taking resources from other people if you use your community services. Your taxes pay for them. Use them.

Dial 211 first to see if they can help, and if for some reason they can't, then make your donation posts!

I can't speak for all 211's but most should also have a website detailing all the agencies in their database. if you don't like phone calls, this can be something to reference instead.

If you don't have health insurance but you need to see a doctor, reference 211! We list clinics that provide free or discounted general care, vision, and dental services to low income households and people without insurance! Many hospitals also have financial aid policies that can severely reduce your bill if you had an expensive procedure!

If you're stuck in a dead end job or need educational resources reference 211! There are a lot of programs focused on providing basic adult education as well as trade skills or other high demand fields! State governments are generally more interested in funneling people into work than providing benefits, but you can still use this to your advantage especially if you have some form of disability but are still able to work. That includes if you're neurodiverse or have mental health issues! Most of these programs are extremely underutilized.

If you believe you qualify for public benefits but the bureaucracy of the process is in your way, reference 211! There are agencies specifically geared towards helping people obtain the benefits they qualify for- for free!

If you need help with your taxes-

If you need help finding a pro bono lawyer-

If you need help finding affordable housing/section 8 housing-

If you need help finding food pantries-

If you need help paying for your prescriptions-

If you need help obtaining disability aids or assistive technology-

If you need help finding transportation options-

If you need help following a natural or personal disaster (like a home fire)-

If you need help repairing a home you or your family owns or it needs modifications to be accessible-

If you need Queer resources-

Reference your 211!!!!!

I had no idea what 211 was before working for it but I wish I had. I've learned so much about what resources are actually available to the community even in a ho hum area of the country like my state. I've saved my partner literally thousands of dollars just from the medical resources I've gathered.

Not enough young people know about or utilize these services but they are there for you!

P. S.

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Dinner Party dress

Wanda’s diner party dress is a swing or circle style dress, featuring Dior’s ‘new look’ silhouette which was all the rage in the 1950s. The bodice is fitted with a cinched waist, the neckline is V-shaped with a wide collar going over the shoulders and decorated with a bow on the center front. The skirt is gathered and puffs out at the waist into a full skirt. Tea-length was the most common length for dresses. Her dress is a beautiful light mint blue, pastel colors were very popular for dresses in the 1950s. The dress appears to be made of a fabric like silk shantung or taffeta, popular choices for party/cocktail dresses. Kitten heels were popular because they were easier to walk in while maintaining the style and class of stilettos. Heels could be made of leather, suede, or velvet. Wanda’s heels appear to be suede in a matching mint color, it was common to match your shoes to your dress, the toe is pointed which was popular specifically in the early ’50s and have a bow on the center front. Wanda wears a jewelry set with a flower design, a popular brand that made similar pieces in the ’50s is Coro Jewelry. Short hair was preferred and could be styled in many ways, Wanda’s hair has a deep side part and is rolled into a short, curled style. Her makeup reflects 1950’s trends; defined, arched eyebrows, full lashes, and a pinky coral lipstick.

House Dress - 

House dresses were the ‘uniform’ of the 1950s housewife, they were more comfortable to move around in and had a coordinated apron. Wanda’s dress features the ‘new look’ silhouette, a full gathered skirt, and a fitted bodice. She wears a shirtwaist with a pointed collar, shorts sleeves, and contrasting trim, minimal trim was preferred for home wear. The dress’s skirt is full and stops past the knee. Her apron appears to be a floral pattern, which was a popular pattern, with contrasting trim. Wanda’s apron features a small, sheer apron on top of her apron. Aprons in the 1950s came in many styles, layered, ruffles, pockets, among other styles. Her dress is either a solid or small gingham print (hard to tell) cotton fabric, cotton was the fabric of choice for house dresses. Solids were acceptable but uncommon, so a gingham print would be more accurate. Belts matching the dress were optional, Wanda’s features a square buckle, all matching the dress. To create the hourglass silhouette, Wanda is equipped with a bullet bra. The bullet bra was a bra with conical cups, this created the illusion of a fuller bust which was needed to balance the fullness of the skirt. Wanda wears a classic pearl earring and necklace set.  At home, a low-block heel or flats were worn. Wanda is wearing a pair of point-toe heels with a bow on the center front. Her hair and makeup are the same for day and night. Unfortunately, I couldn’t find a picture of this outfit in color. The apron is yellow, but humor me, if I were to colorize it I’d pick

Wedding Dress - 

Wanda wears a dress based on Audrey Hepburn’s wedding dress in the 1957 film Funny Face. The dress features a bateau neckline, fitted bodice, drop waist, and full ballerina length skirt. She accessorizes with a pair of short, white gloves and pearl jewelry. She wears a medium length tulle veil with a bow on the top, possibly a hair comb or headband, Audrey also wears a bow in Funny Face. Her shoes are a pair of pointed-toe kitten heels and have a center front decoration, most likely a rosette or bow.