Here are some "Money Stretcher" groups to help each other out during these financially scary times. There are probably others that I have missed, but here's a list to get you going. I've listed them by the number of members in the group, largest first. The descriptions are from each Group's "About" section.

Frugal over 50 (678 Members)
If you're on a fixed income, unemployed or retired and need ideas or can share ideas to save money or recipes this is the place for you.

Squeaking by Retirement (374 Members)
This is a group for those of us that find ourselves reaching retirement without buckets of cash for high living and limited or non-existent medical coverage. Many of us may have been self employed much of our lives. Most of us will have lived pretty frugally just to get here...and when we spend money, it is for what we know we want. But we have fun and manage to have a good life, too!

RETIREMENT LIFE (229 Members)
How we spend our time,our money, and our lives now that we are retired. What are the best sources for in- formation on investing,social security,health, etc. Now that I don't have to impress anybody I carry the gold card-from the Goodwill store. What about your self?

Helpful Hints (122 Members)
Hints to make an easier task in the house or garden etc I have collected many, over the years and other will help adding more... for everyone.

Getting By In A Bad Economy (112 Members)
This is a place to share ways you save money, make ends meet, basically anything you do to get by. All suggestions are welcome here. I figure we can help each other.

Swap Barter Donate at Eons (81 Members)
A fun way for Eons friends to swap around gently used items. This group is created by Jane Sadowy. Pioneer of the first of its kind recycling website. See my profile Going Green is Important. This earth belongs to all of us. We need to share to take care of it. Got stuff laying around the house you don't need any more? Swap around sports cards, donated items that you don't need anymore, meet new friends & More!

Almost FREE! (75 Members)
If you LOVE bargains and want to find things almost free this is the group for you! This is where we share bargain strategies and have you stretch that dollar! Tell us where you find your little jewels! We especially want to know at this stage in life!

Stretch the Dollar (64 Members)
Money Talk: Getting the most out of the money you already have. The topics will range from finding the best deal on a car to comparing mortgage packages and equity lines to financing a college education to consolidating debt. We'll also discuss ways to protect your credit from fraud and identity theft. Join in on the discussions!

Home handyperson (46 Members)
Help and tips for home improvements and the Do It Yourselfers. Ask questions about minor repairs, or improvement, get advice on products used around the home and also what products work, what does not work, leave helpfully tips or just talk with and exchange ideas with other homeowners /do-it-yourselfers.

FABULOUS FINDS and Bargains Galore (29 Members)
This group is for those who like yard sales thrift shops (second hand stores, Goodwill, Salvation Army,etc.), Flea markets,, and curbside finds or any freebies or just llike looking for bargains. Just jump right in and join us and share your past & present experiences, good jokes, or fun games.

Hypermiling...squeezing the last drop of gas (18 Members)
Dedicated to those who try to get the best gas mileage from their vehicle in legal and safe practices. Methods will be discussed, offered, proven and disproven with discussions all interested. Products will be discussed, praised or slammed but no links to products will be allowed.

And, lastly, I included this group because it could be a great group for talking about how to make a penny squeak! Thought there might be some tightwads out there now who have ideas to share:
tightwads (2 Members)
Calling all tightwads! Ideas wanted. Remember a shoe string budget is 30 cents not 30 dollars. I need tightwad ideas. Let's be practical, it's not necessary to separate the plies of toilet paper. Remember, it can be fun to be a tightwad.

So, let's help each other out with all the ideas we can come up with to weather this financial storm. Post your ideas. Share your thoughts. Help each other. Let's turn this "bust" into a ...

Boom boom boom ~suzy