Unable to find any housing for working student in Oakland and nearby areas! Just moved to city and completely clueless on how to get home, never lived out of dorms so no idea on how to find living when appartments listed by college are full of even Zillow homes are not having immediate rentals Leads advice please

Anyone know any side hustles to get about $200 in a few days? Just moved here about 3 months ago so I didn't have much saved up. Some bills hit me before they where suppose to and I'm about $200 in the hole right now. I get payed every Friday but that paycheck is going to my rent

Hi everyone, I'm in need of help with my car windshield and also inspection. A tiny rock caused a crack that keeps growing and my insurance is liability only, which doesn't cover repair. I also need inspection which was due at the end of June. My kids and I will be so grateful for any help you can offer. Thank you for considering!

Free Show

Unsettled: Monstrous Emotions, is collaborative fundraising art showcase. Raising awareness of the importance of emotional health and its impact on mental and physical well-being.

Donations will go to Pittsburgh non-profit organizations PAAR and Proud Haven

This years show will feature music, poetry, and art from a variety of Pittsburgh locals!

Everyone is welcome to enjoy the coloring sheet and submit to see if your piece makes the screen the night of the show.

Show time: October 12th 4pm to 9pm EST Location: Proud Haven Qmnty center 525 east Ohio st. Pgh pa

I have to move back to help my parents and need a job quick.

Any recommendations are appreciated.

Thank you

Hi y’all, I have a somewhat strange ask, and this may very well be a shot in the dark, but I figured I’d give it a try regardless.

I am diagnosed with and being treated for OCD, with one of my main themes being health-anxiety related.

Because of this, my PCP does not take my concerns seriously. I do understand why, because before I was being treated for my OCD, I was doing a lot of hypochondriac like compulsions. Now that I am doing better in that department and can recognize it for what it was. But, it is incredibly frustrating not being taken seriously when I have a genuine concern, especially because for at least 8 years, I have felt chronically exhausted no matter how much sleep I get, no matter my diet, and no matter my exercise regimen- and I would like to have it looked a little further into, because some days I feel so tired that I feel almost drunk.

Anyway, I was wondering if anyone who may have similar struggles could recommend a PCP in the area to look further into this issue.

Thank you in advance!

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This is a super embarrassing post to make, (hence the throwaway account) but I have no one to ask for assistance.

I’m in severe need of a dentist visit, however in my 23 years of living I have never been to one. I was medically neglected as a child due to my parents being unable to afford it, I suffered really bad depression throughout middle/high school, and was not too great about brushing my teeth except for very recently. Because of all of this, my teeth are honestly just kind of rotting. I’m hoping to find a dentist that is kind, non-judgmental, and understanding and willing to help me fix this giant insecurity I have but also do it in a way I can afford.

I don’t have a great paying job and definitely don’t have any sort of insurance, so I’m hoping I’ll be able to go to one that offers some kind of payment plan (with no/very low interest ideally). I only have one credit card, and only about $5000 left until I reach my limit. I’d prefer to not use it but if I have to I will.

I don’t really care where they’re located, but if they’re closer to shadyside/east lib area that’s better. I’m willing to travel if I can get the care I need. Bonus points if I can apply as a new patient online, I really don’t like making phone calls, especially for something that terrifies me this much already.

TIA if you can help even the smallest amount. I’m just so overwhelmed with options and have not even the smallest idea of where to start.

Left my keys on the bus this morning - 86 or 87 towards Downtown. They are on a silver airplane keychain. Has anyone seen?

Hi!

I'm not sure if this is the proper place to ask, but I'm looking for groups within this city and surrounding areas. I am looking for groups/pages/sites to join for parents to organize playdates with our kids and to schedule outings and to make new parent friends. It has been so difficult searching for these if they do exist.
Anyone know of any groups to join in Pittsburgh or in the surrounding areas?

Thank you in advance fellow redditors!

ISO: I am looking for someone who does hair and is willing to volunteer some of their time next Thursday. I work at the Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children in Oakland. We are having prom next week and are in need of someone who is able to work with all hair textures.

Thank you in advance.

Asking for help with social service resources for my mom, who’s 70 yrs old and can’t care for herself. She likely needs to be moved into a care facility, but does not have the ability to help herself. Hoping for recommendations for state, county, federal, local non-profit, religious, resources.

We’ve been estranged/no-contact for 15 years. I live out of state and I cannot offer financial or physical support for her. She physically violently abused and neglected my brother and I when we were children, and she financially ruined me when I was a young adult, (along with other family members over her lifetime). Countless people have tried to help her for decades, but she’s made a career out of taking advantage of people’s good intentions. She burns every bridge she crosses.

An acquaintance of hers reached out to another family member to find me, saying that my mom doesn’t have a phone to call anyone for help. I’m told she is currently in a wheelchair, living in section 8 housing in Allegheny county just outside of Pittsburgh, and she can’t leave her apartment to get groceries or go to Dr appointments. Recently her dog died and it remained her bed for days before someone helped her. I explained that I can’t help, but I would look for resources available. I suggested to this acquaintance that they should contact social services for a wellness check in the meantime.

She needs to be in an assisted living facility, but she’s bankrupt and doesn’t have the intellectual ability to navigate the process herself. No one is available to help her.

Please – only serious answers providing links to resources. Please refrain from snark, jokes, or unhelpful comments. Thank you in advance.

Mods - I understand if my username / new account appears sus. I created this throwaway account for privacy, because my regular account would dox me.

Hello! Is there anyone who can help my family get an Easter dinner? I had help lined up but they cancelled on me this morning so I'm getting a little nervous. It has been a tough year on us. I'm fighting a disability appeal, I've applied for a thousand jobs, it's been dead end after dead end. If anyone has any resources of places that would help or if anyone Themselves has the kindness in their heart to help us I would greatly appreciate it.

I have a humble request for assistance as I prepare for my upcoming lymphoma surgery scheduled for April 3rd. I understand that this may come as an unexpected request, but I find myself in a situation where I could really use some support. I assure you that this is not a plea for financial assistance, but rather a request for help and compassion during a challenging time. I have encountered numerous difficulties due to my lymphoma diagnosis, which I can provide documentation for if needed. These challenges have extended to various aspects of my life, including managing daily expenses and ensuring I have the necessary comfort items and food as I prepare for surgery. Your kindness and generosity would mean the world to me during this period of uncertainty. Whether it be a comforting meal, a small gift to lift my spirits, or even just a few words of encouragement, any form of support would be immensely appreciated. Please know that I do not make this request lightly, and I am deeply grateful for any assistance you may be able to provide. Your willingness to extend a helping hand in my time of need would truly make a difference.

Thank you for taking the time to consider my request. Your support means more than words can express.

Need help please!!!

Early March I have a minor outpatient procedure scheduled at Passavant McCandless. I’m required to have someone with me during the procedure and to drive me home. I’m a generally healthy adult man, not elderly or disabled. I live less than 10 minute drive from the hospital, and the procedure expected to take about two hours. No friends/family available to accompany me.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

I'm low-income and I suffer from Lyme. I need help from two people to unload a shipping box on Friday, February 2, (3 to 4 p.m.) 5 x 8 box that is half full.

Hi I’m currently in a shelter with my children and my car broke down. I’m not able to get it fixed unfortunately don’t have the money right now. It seems to be my starter. I found parts pretty cheap that I can get but wondering if I can get any help to install it. Please help! Thank you

Hi I need an extra person to help me move a table into the house. It is heavy. I will pay you $40. Thank you so much to whoever can help me today.

Hello,

I am looking for some help with getting my furnace fixed. It keeps shutting off and we have tried everything we can think of to get it fixed. We are not in a position to pay a ton of money to get it fixed (hopefully it's nothing huge). This is the worst possible time for this to be happening with Christmas 2 weeks away. We do not qualify for LIHEAP assitance as we make just over the limit for it. My location is in Carnegie PA and looking for a miracle if someone can help get our furnace fixed.

I've been considering moving over to private consulting, I have a pretty diverse education and work history the past 30 years that spans many industries much of the time working for an engineering consulting firm. That said, I can't do both as a paid job and right now I'd enjoy some distractions to keep me busy in some downtime (slow fall for once). I've helped my wife start and run several businesses, food and non-food, and know its hard to know what direction to even start sometimes.

If anyone has a business, small or large, and has some questions I'd be happy to help. I'm not saying I'll put in hours and hours but I would be happy to help with some analysis or direction. My actual degree is Comp Sci/Math but have worked in Investments/Financial Planning (8 years) and the rest consulting mostly analysing and managing large programs/projects to include various IT development/work and data collection/management.

Just figured I'd see how this goes.

Hi all, im posting on an alt account because some of my personal people in my life know my real account and im not comfortable with them knowing the extent of my issues. Im homeless. Im living in my car, and I feel absolutely defeated. I have 10 miles until E, I haven’t eaten in 3 days, and my phone gets shut off tonight. I just really need help with food or if someone can come put a little gas in my car so I can run the heater since it’s getting pretty cold. Any kind of help at all will do at this point. I just need to get over this hump…. I can also give you my real account and proof if needed. Thank you.

Long story short I'm currently under the care of an oncologist who's given me a battery of tests to endure. I had a lymph node removed, core samples taken from another lymph node, pet scan at Forbes on this coming friday. I can prove all of this. It's been stressful. I would appreciate a meal i didn't have to cook.

Hello! I don't know if this is allowed or not but I'm asking anyway if there's anyone out there that can help with dinner for a day or two please, due to issues with the oven being fixed. I tried to use it and the whole thing caught on fire. It was an issue with the heating element. I have rice and some canned vegetables, but not much else. I get paid again on the 6th, we'll be okay then, but at the moment any help would be appreciated.

Hi everyone!!! I need a small help from anyone in this group who can drive and will be available on 4th August at Pittsburgh. I need to move stuffs from Railroad St to Fifth Avenue and planning to use U-Haul. I can't drive...

Hi all,
I'll be honest, I am a college student so this is the first time renting on my own. I may be in over my head.
My landlord has already shown some red flags. The lease seemed fine, so me and two friends went ahead an signed a lease for a property in January, including submitting a security deposit. It has gone downhill since. The lease starts in a week, but last week the landlord messaged me stating that he wanted first AND last months rent before move in. This is nowhere to be found in the lease. I relayed that info to him, and he stated that "this was his policy, no money, no move-in." After deliberation with my parents and other friends who have attended law school, we submitted the last month rent because we could not risk not being able to move in. Now he has stated that we have not signed our "master lease" and he wants us to "submit it to the city." I am clueless to this, as I thought the master lease was so we could sublet the building out to other people and was included in the original lease signed in Jan, and no one seems to know what this "submit to the city" means. I'd appreciate any help, because I don't want to start signing things willy-nilly.

Hi everyone! I’m supposed to get paid tomorrow but due to the holiday i won’t receive it until Wednesday/Thursday…. I’m in desperate need of food and a little towards gas to get to my doctor appointment Wednesday morning… thank you all so much! Absolutely anything helps. Have a good day and safe holiday.

I have a 16 week old gray silkie chicken (named Tuffy because fluffy was too on the nose) that recently showed himself to be a rooster. He’s a small guy I raised from a chick. Don’t have the heart to make soup. Looking for other options in the area. TIA

Hi.Im in desperate need of some financial help to get my diabetes meds including insulin filled.Im broke till next week.

UPDATE: Mellie has been found and is happily back with her mom! You all are so wonderful for the kind words and good advice- hug your pets a little tighter today!

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Hey yinz guys- my neighbor's Australian Shepard is missing in South Oakland (near Ward Street) as of around noon today (June 23rd).

Her name is Mellie and she is white and brown and weighs around 50 pounds. Any tips or leads are greatly appreciated! She is microchipped and her owner is out of town until tomorrow, so she is understandably feeling beside herself and could use any help.

I'm homeless... Almost 1year now. And I live in Pittsburgh, PA. Like I am a small woman going through it all by my damn self, only God is with me. People look at at me as weak. Nice. I have asking numerous organizations and none will just give me a tent. A home. A shelter to call my own. Please please please help me.