Have you ever considered commuting? I don't know if that is an option, but I recently expanded my range and found a great job outside of town. I just have to commute 25 minutes each way, which is almost an hour driving time but there and back, it feels worth it for this particular job. If that isn't an option, you could always survive from recycling plastics, that would even be more than $200 in 3 months. I have a friend who lived in Portland jobless for 3 years doing odd jobs like that, turning plastic for money and dealing a little bit to make bills. It's not desirable but even selling personal items (in the meanwhile) can help make quick cash. Just be resourceful and try to be conservative with what you do make, you'll get a good gig eventually!