Hey somebody help me THIS IS SERIOUS ???

Hi I am 24 live with my friend and I have a 2 year old son. I work part time for Baruch college I make like 250 dollars a week and I go to school for dental istance. I need my own apt. I want to know what is up with section 8 and how can I get it fast. I am a single mother and I am not trying to beat the system I dont even get food stamps when I should. 250 is not enough to support myself and my son. So I was going to quit school and get a full time job but even then I would need help with rent.I dont want to roommate hate it . I dont want to live with my mom had a molester step dad and I need section eight somebody have any imformation ??????