This study, based on focus- group data collecting, explores how the single-mothers in three of Taipei low-income communities (LIC) deal with anti-poverty, and further investigates these women’s motivations in working. Our findings are listed as below. I. Dependence on social welfare vs. dwelling time For fear of being labeled as low-incomers, single mothers, who have lived in LIC for less than two years rely on social welfare. After dwelling in LIC for 8-10 years, even though they still have it in mind, those single mothers become less dependent on social welfare. II. Willingness to work For those whose welfare subsidies are insufficient for living expenses, and have supportive peers around, the single mothers are willing to work, whereas for those women whose welfare subsidies are sufficient for living expenses, and have young children at home, they are less motivated in working. III. Participation in anti-poverty program For those who have strong incentives for employment, the single mothers are willing to take professional training, Good employment programs and professional training provided by the government increase employment opportunities and lower unemployment rates. Similarly, without well-coordinated mechanism, single mothers take little interest in participation. Based on our survey, the author would give three suggestions. 1. Assist the unemployed professionals in hunting jobs. 2. No work, no welfare subsidies. 3. Welfare policy should adopt balanced strategies to increase the employment incentives