Help!

So, to make a long story short. I FINALLY got the balls to leave my physically, mentally, financially & emotionally abusive husband. I have two kids, I have literally $4 to my name & nowhere to go. I am currently staying the night on my friends couch but, can't burden her any longer. (TINY house & lots of kids) I am waiting to see if I can be accepted into a shelter but, I don't have any money to eat, live, gas, diapers, I don't even have very many clothes for my kids & I'm scared to go home & grab some. I guess my question is, and please don't judge, is it illegal To open a credit card in my husbands name and my name (only his if my name won't work)? A couple days ago he lied & said he put $3000 dollars in my acct for me but, when I showed up to the bank, it was negative. He lies about everything & I DONT WANT TO GO BACK! I just need help getting started! I've been a stay at home mom for 4 years, I have an education and am looking for a job. Also, is there anything else anyone would suggest in my position? I have tried contacting the state and TONS of organizations for help but, he makes $100,000 a year & I don't qualify until the divorce or seperation is final.

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