The first thing I wanted to do was get a job. But the case manager told me that I needed to go to the emergency room to take care of the gash on my face that my friend had provided as a going away gift. It was clear that she really cared about my wellbeing. Then she sent me to the job coach so he could assist me in developing a resume and to brush up on my computer skills. I followed her advice to the best of my ability and after the 6 weeks allowed at the emergency shelter, was able to go on to the transitional shelter. This allowed me more time to work and save money so I could get my own place.