including state services such as Women, Infants and Children (WIC) and the Social Security Administration (SSI) to help low income families pay for medical bills, treatments, equipment, food, rent, utilities, etc. There are also private organizations and non-profits that offer financial assistance. Many of these organizations are national health organizations like the American Cancer Society that help cancer patients pay for treatment or transportation to and from treatment. Other organizations that provide financial assistance include local churches and County programs.

Some contact information for key organizations

American Cancer Society	American Kidney Fund
Cancer Fund of America	Chai Lifeline International
Children Affected by AIDS Foundation	Disabled Children’s Relief Fund