I haven't been in that situation, but I can understand it. I can't work because I can't drive. It's frustrating, because I live in the middle of no where in a town with NO public transportation (we don't even have taxis.)
My parents are too busy to drive their 19 year old too and from a job.. so me working is pretty much out of the question right now. It drives me nuts because I had a really nice job before I had ankle surgery, and I had just bought a brand new car. Lucky for me, my parents are making my car payments, but I still feel awful that I'm totally mooching off them and can't pay them back.
I've thought about applying for disability, but by the time it goes through, I'll probably be able to drive, so it seems kinda pointless. My seizures "seem" to be under control. (Knock on wood - lol.) And I have about five months until I can drive / find a job.
In my state, the law is, it's up to my doctor.. but she said six months. Which is the law in most states anyway. I'm hoping that she'll change her mind, since I have NEVER had a seizure during the day or before 9 PM, and let me drive at least during the day. She said she wouldn't decide for sure until after I go to the IU Med Center and their Neurologists see me. Which, I go to in 6 days. = )
Whew, this is a long one. Sorry.
Also.. I am very sorry that you are on the verge of losing your job. Mine was also kind of a shocker for me when I lost it. I went to the doctor because my ankle had been aching (I had previously broke it) and expected them to tell me I needed another shot, or something.. Yet, I found out I needed my ankled FUSED. A very debilitating surgery for a 19 year old to have to have. I was so upset, as was the family I was working for. It was hard on us all.
Anyway.. I'm here for you if you need to talk. ((hugs))