There are literally hundreds of government programs available to consumers that most individuals are not even aware exist. The following is a list of sites that can be searched either by state or federal government for a number of different assistance programs. Most of the sites listed here resemble a search engine design, just enter in what your needs are, and they will provide a list of programs and how to see if you qualify.
Federal Assistance Programs: Complete listing of different programs offered by the federal government.
http://www.benefits.gov/benefits
State Assistance Programs: Search by your state for the assistance programs available in your area.
http://www.benefits.gov/benefits/browse-by-state
Childrens Insurance: US Department of Health and Human Services promotes insurance programs for little or no cost to children under the age of 18. The insurance covers Doctor Visits, Prescriptions, Hospitalization and more. Search by state for the program available in your area.
http://www.insurekidsnow.gov/
Disability Assistance: Assistance for Employment, Education, Housing, Transportation and Health for disabled persons.
https://www.disability.gov/
Dislocated or Laid Off Employees: Search the Department of Labor for federal assistance based on your needs.
http://www.dol.gov/dol/topic/disability/
Nutrition Services: FNS increases food security and reduces hunger in partnership with cooperating organizations by providing children and low-income people access to food, a healthful diet, and nutrition education in a manner that supports American agriculture and inspires public confidence.
http://www.fns.usda.gov/
Food Stamp Program: The Food Stamp Program serves as the first line of defense against hunger. It enables low-income families to buy nutritious food with coupons and Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards. Food stamp recipients spend their benefits to buy eligible food in authorized retail food stores.
http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap
