Think hard where the new opportunities will be. Go back to school in that area. Take on federal student loans. You don't have to pay them back till you finish.

Think hard where the new opportunities will be. Go back to school in that area. Take on federal student loans. You don't have to pay them back till you finish. Minimize monthly expenses. Rent out rooms if you own or vice versa if you don't. Buy raw ingredients instead of prepared foods. Food kitchen. Goodwill. Pool resources. Costco runs. Saving during good times is the best advice though.