Help to run away.

[Ziadaine_v1legacy]

I wont go into too much detail but here's a quick brief;

Im 20 now, I've had so much difficulty finding a job where I live, my parents are always looking down on me that im a constaint failure and my life is litterally at a stand still. Just tonight my father was inches away from striking me down in his anger, Im litterally scared living at home nowdays. None of my friends have the space for me to stay with them, and no other family member can support me. I only have $50 left, my car (almost out of fuel) and my Computer and film SLR camera. how in gods name do I escape from this hell hole and start my life over?

(Note: I have tried to get government assistance but because im not living in the gutters they "cannot help me because im older then 18 and younger then 21")

 

[ultrachicken]

What do you mean by "striking me down?" You mean you were worried that your father was going to kill you, or what? If so, then you should be able to get government assistance easily.

 

[TacticalAssassin1]

The only thing that comes into my mind is just to sell everything you own, fill your car with fuel and move out to some random town and try to start over. Probably won't work, but if you're that desperate...

 

[Azure Sky]

*Inspects country of origin*
That makes things easier.

Last I checked, such an outburst, if he hit you, would be an indisputable assault charge, as you are over 18. (At least in this state, Vic)
But yes, our system sucks, I tried to get similar support a few years ago.
It may be a long shot, but it might be worth your while looking into the other various support avenues, although that will probably require a visit to CL. But some sort of housing with rent assist or something similar may be the best angle to work off.

[Edit, it appears I cannot spell this evening..]

 

[KiraTaureLor]

Keep your job, stay in shelters, until you can afford your own place,though maybe you should think of getting a student loan and going to school.

If that doesn't work there is credit cards, and cheap motels. Maybe you should sell your car, and start using public transportation to cut down on your costs.

 

[Berethond]

Disappearing and starting over takes a surprising amount of planning.
<url=http://www.skeptictank.org/hs/vanish.htm>This is the best introductory essay I've found. It'll tell you most of what you need to know.

 

[TonyVonTonyus]

Well not to sound insensitive but have you considered not living a life of constant failure and being at a stand still? You always have a choice so make some. You must be good at SOMETHING, you must like something. Act on it! Take initiative and move forward and this problem will be solved in evry way.

 

[icame]

I wont go into too much detail but here's a quick brief;

Im 20 now, I've had so much difficulty finding a job where I live, my parents are always looking down on me that im a constaint failure and my life is litterally at a stand still. Just tonight my father was inches away from striking me down in his anger, Im litterally scared living at home nowdays. None of my friends have the space for me to stay with them, and no other family member can support me. I only have $50 left, my car (almost out of fuel) and my Computer and film SLR camera. how in gods name do I escape from this hell hole and start my life over?

(Note: I have tried to get government assistance but because im not living in the gutters they "cannot help me because im older then 18 and younger then 21")

I would honestly just do what your parents ask and try to get a job. Venturing out with little to no money and no financial chunk to go off of as you start your new life is extremely risky, especially in this economy. To me it's too risky, and I would try to secure some kind of money because no matter where you go, finding a job won't be as easy as 1 2 3 (in fact, it may even be really hard or impossible) & having a plan B is crucial in a situation where things have a higher chance of working against you then for you. :3

I hope this helps!

This X 1000

 

[Tron-tonian]

Ok, so you're 20. No money. No possessions. No job. What exactly are you trained to do?

If nothing, I'd suggest changing that. ASAP. It doesn't have to be university, but just about every trade out there demands some form of post-secondary education as well. Look into what your options are, think about what you enjoy and what you want to do with your life. Also look in to getting a student loan (if required).

You don't mention why your parents are so upset with you, but could it be they're tired of you wasting what they see as a great deal of potential? That they expect something more than a kid living at home with no job (and seemingly no prospect of a job for the forseeable future)?

Bonus: if you're lucky, school will be away from home. It'll cost more, but it will separate you and your parents for a few months at a time. That distance might be good.

 

[Ziadaine_v1legacy]

Ok, so you're 20. No money. No possessions. No job. What exactly are you trained to do?

If nothing, I'd suggest changing that. ASAP. It doesn't have to be university, but just about every trade out there demands some form of post-secondary education as well. Look into what your options are, think about what you enjoy and what you want to do with your life. Also look in to getting a student loan (if required).

You don't mention why your parents are so upset with you, but could it be they're tired of you wasting what they see as a great deal of potential? That they expect something more than a kid living at home with no job (and seemingly no prospect of a job for the forseeable future)?

Bonus: if you're lucky, school will be away from home. It'll cost more, but it will separate you and your parents for a few months at a time. That distance might be good.

I have finished my HSC (Year 12) Certificate II and III in IT, RSA/RCG (Alcohol Licence), Cert II in Business admin, CISCO Hardware and Software Cert. Im not a dumb person, the probl with jobs here is that 90% of them are mining jobs requiring a university degree or Nursing. If I could I would goto College/Uni to keep studying but I haven't got the money to do so.

as for the upsetness, Its because I dont follow after my dad. him and his father have a reputation of agressiveness and other irritating traits. He always treats me like shit simply because im not his ideal son as does my mother.
EDIT: I should mention I live in Australia, not America.

 

[SiskoBlue]

In your situation it's all about money. You need to find work, and earn money. If that means working for tips washing people's windscreen or doing dish washing, then that's what you have to do. Lot's of people say "I can't find a job", when really what they mean is "I can't find a job I'm WILLING to do".

I've done some miserable jobs. Working 3am-7am doing a driven paper route. Cleaned houses. Delivery driving. Sweeping out a bulk green grocer's (rotting vegetables are the worst). But I did these things because I need money and wasn't prepared to steal or beg. There are 100s of really awful jobs out there just waiting for people to do them.

If you're so terrified of staying at home then that's your only course of action. Two weeks of working one of these jobs will give you enough to stay in a shelter or really low-rent accommodation. From there, work hard and save up. Australia still has Austudy and HECS doesn't it? That means if you move away to a university you get just enought to scrape by as a student. You can get various government assistance or free education and training. Speak to counsellors at job centres or the local business chambers. They have to know this stuff so will typically surprise you with the advice they can give.

Despite being a mining town, miners don't eat rocks, or live in caves. There are always jobs in the service industry where ever people live. Broaden your horizons and consider doing a job you might think is horrible but will be your ticket out of there.

Good luck.