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What kind of resume for someone without work history? Any advice? Templates?

I have been a homemaker (not a SAHM, as I don't have any children) for going on 10 years. I am 29 years old, and sadly, I have VERY little actual work experience. I have held a couple short term jobs over the past few years, the longest was a 2.5 month temporary job. The reason I have not held a longterm job is mostly due to not having a vehicle. We only had one vehicle (until recently), and our work schedules conflicted. Over the years, I have did some babysitting and house cleaning, as well as spent a lot of time helping care for my eldely mother. But, no "real" work experience to list! I am now back in college, have a vehicle finally, and am ready to get out there, and get a job, regain my independance! But, I am having a very hard time getting a job. I would like to find a job in a call center or an office, but am open to about anything. I have applications out everywhere. Should I somehow list the babysitting and housecleaning on the application, or just say "N/A" for the work history? I assume I need to do a "functional resume", right? Does anyone have an idea for a resume template? Should I list childcare and housecleaning jobs? All advice is appreciated!

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1. life is experience and even though you did not get paid in money service to others does require skills such as scheduling and coordinating calenders, budget of time and money first aid skills for the little ones nutrition. cooking and planning meals right. taxes files all of these skills count go to bls.org they list jobs skills needed and description of what is required and how much is earned and if collage degree is required. Don't forget about hobbies or church group activities or voluntary service as well