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[quote=Anonymous]I am a forty~four yr old woman.
I made some bad and irresponsible choices in my past and understand this.

I had three children out of wedlock, lived off of welfare + food stamps for many years.
I also went back to school, first for my H.S. diploma then my Associate Degree. I currently attend a state university in pursuit of a Bachelor's Degree in Business Admin/Information Systems, etc.

Currently I work part~time as a nanny while attending school full~time.
My own children are all grown up and I live alone.

Having been out of the workforce for 20+yrs and now trying to re~enter is a huge challenge.
No one wants to take a chance w/me due to my age and lack stable job history.
I am even wondering if at forty~four I am kidding myself for trying to earn my B.S. degree.

I work as a volunteer for a non~profit and appear on the local news at times.

My resume is pathetic and I am wondering if it is too late for me.
I love working w/children, but the money cannot sustain me for life.
I have no medical insurance and no retirement $avings, 401 {k}, pension, etc.

I honestly need a good job to ensure a good retirement in 20+yrs.
I want to be a full~time tax paying citizen and be a part of the workforce.

But currently, I would be grateful even if McDonald's hired me to clean it's restrooms.

A.) Is it too late for me academically? Is pursuing a degree worthy at this stage of my life. Middle age?

B.) Where can I start? Can volunteer work be put on a resume?

Any and all advice encouraged...thanks guys![/quote]

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