jennifer had great advice. i also wanted to let you know that you're not alone. my hubby and are "supposed" to make 40,000 per year between the both of us, and if it even looks like rain, he doesn't work because of his job. it's tough! we have used harvesters and catholic charities to help us get by during tight times (i don't have specific info on them because my husband did the "getting" but the internet is a wonderful thing, i bet you can find whatever you need, if it got to that point).
but the main thing i wanted to say is, is it even legal for them to cut his pay? i lived in florida for several years and i think this was one of those discussions i had down there - the law may be different here, but as far as i know, unless they forced him into a lower position, you can't just lower someone's salary like that. you might look into that. i know times are tough, and there are a lot of layoffs going on, but you gotta fight for yours. do some googling and see what you can find. just in case. good luck!