Where To Turn For Help When You’re Chronically Ill

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Finding help when you’re chronically ill can be a daunting task. There’s not just the difficulty of finding the help but also the problem of having the ability to pay for it.

Here a list of 19 places to check out that offer free or affordable help when you’re chronically ill:

LOCALLY

1. Your local chamber of commerce. They might have a list of organizations that offer services you may need.
2. Your local churches. Often they have services available like a meal donation system or they may serve as a meeting place for local organizations they can put you in contact with.
3. Dial 211. Some communities have a 211 operator available that can connect you to local service groups.
4. Local youth programs. Many youth programs will offer services free of charge as a community project.
5. Department of Health and Social Services. Your local branch will be able to direct you to services based on your qualifications.
6. Your local Council for the Aging or senior center. If you’re over 55 you may qualify for special assistance.
7. Your local Independent Living Center. They may be able to provide help or lead you to the right resource.
8. Your doctor. Ask your doctor if he knows of programs or organizations that can provide support.

HELP NAVIGATING SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY

1. Allsup, Inc. Helps to submit SSDI paperwork, offers guidance through the appeals process, and assists in hearings for denied claims. Only paid if the client collects. http://www.allsup.com/

US NATIONWIDE PROGRAMS

1. Salvation Army. They offer various services that might meet your needs. http://salvationarmyusa.org/usn/ways-we-help?_ga=1.8534258.677331659.1465920960
2. Meals on Wheels. They deliver hot meals to disabled or homebound individuals at an inexpensive rate. http://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/
3. Independent Living Research Utilization (ILRU). Nationwide network that can provide a number of disability-related services and referrals. http://www.ilru.org/

INSURANCE

1. Your health insurance provider. It’s worth a call to see if there are services that may be covered by your insurance and a list of approved organizations.

PROGRAMS FOR LOW-INCOME AMERICANS

1. Center for Health Care Strategies. Promote quality health care services for low-income populations and people with chronic illnesses and disabilities. http://www.chcs.org/
2. Department of Health and Social Services. Your local branch will be able to direct you to services based on your qualifications.

PROGRAMS SPECIFICALLY FOR CHILDREN AND TEENAGERS

1. Family Voices. Promote quality health care for all children and youth, particularly those with special health care needs. http://www.familyvoices.org/

PROGRAMS SPECIFICALLY FOR THE ELDERLY

1. Your local Council for the Aging or senior center. If you’re over 55 you may qualify for services they can put you in contact with.
2. The American Geriatrics Society. Dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all older adults. http://www.americangeriatrics.org/
3. Foundation for Health in Aging. Offers resources to older adults based on their special needs. http://www.healthinaging.org/

FAITH BASED MINISTRIES

1. Joni and Friends International Disability Center. Has many area ministries that operate across the United States.  http://www.joniandfriends.org/area-ministries/

If you know of a group or organization that should be added to this list, please contact me by email at kim@graceissufficient.com.

**This is in no way an exhaustive list and a listing on this page does not constitute an endorsement on my part. Please research these groups and use care and discretion when joining with health care support teams.

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