Quote Originally Posted by miss_darkie View Post
I think it really depends on the country you live in. I have multiple health problems, can't go to work due to this, so I'm living on a benefit. My country has a good health system, so I have minimum wage. But I live in a nice apartment, I have food and clothing, ... And when I really need something I can't afford I try to save for it or look for it in a thrift store or online if possible.

But if you can go to work it sure is possible to get out of poverty. But you have to be lucky (that's with everything in life...)
What country do you live in? I think because I have limited knowledge of other countries I can only give my perspective and in South Africa, good health care is very exspensive.