I have been doing well to get ahead and achieve self sufficiency through maintaining employment and meeting all of my short term goals. When I got to where I wanted to be, which was with a Physicians Office in Clinton, Iowa, I was satisfied with my acheivements and knew that I was on the right path. Unfortunately, my positive experience turned into a hardship. My vehicle was lost due to engine failure. Being a single mother, with lots of unsecured debt, I had no where to turn for someone to lend me an efficient amount to purchase a vehicle. Until I heard of the ways to work program, I was going to be back where I had started. I wash sure to lose my job if I didn't have the transportation. Fortunately, with the help of my Ways to Work counselor, Pat, we were able to discuss a budget, set up a payment plan and expect to increase my credit score significantly within the two years of paying off the loan. I am beyond greatful for the help and the opportunity to become a responsible consumer, a committed employee and a good mother to my children. And it all comes back to having the a Way to Work.