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  • 1-800-CHILDREN parenting helpline

    Kansas Children's Service League (KCSL)

    1-800-CHILDREN is a free, confidential 24/7 parenting support line and resource directory for Kansas parents and caregivers. Call to talk with a trained resource specialist about any parenting question or concern, without judgment, and get connected to local services, or search the online directory by ZIP code. You can also email, and the line offers free developmental screenings (Ages & Stages Questionnaire) for children up to age 6.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For parents, caregivers and professionals across Kansas. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingMental HealthInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 18th Judicial District Self-Help Center (Wichita)

    Eighteenth Judicial District Court, Sedgwick County (Kansas Judicial Branch)

    The 18th Judicial District's Self-Help Center, in the law library in downtown Wichita, offers family law forms and packets for divorce with or without children, parenting time and related cases. Staff can't give legal advice or recommend a course of action. Call to learn current hours.

    Where
    Sedgwick County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people with family law cases in Sedgwick County District Court. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 2-1-1 Child Care

    United Way of Connecticut

    2-1-1 Child Care helps Connecticut families find safe, affordable, quality child care and keeps current listings of licensed and license-exempt child care programs across the state. Child Care Referral Specialists explain child care options in your community and how to pick a quality program. You can search online, chat, or dial 2-1-1.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    2-1-1
    Who it's for

    For any Connecticut family looking for child care. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 211 (United Way 211)

    United Way 211

    Call 211 for confidential help connecting to local community services, such as housing, homelessness, and utility bill assistance. 211.org can also help you find your local 211.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    211
    Who it's for

    Free and confidential to call. Programs you're referred to set their own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline, Kent and Sussex Counties

    Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence (member programs)

    This 24/7 hotline gives confidential support from trained advocates, information about domestic violence, safety planning, and connections to shelter, legal help, support groups, and other services. Anyone can call.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

    Where
    Kent County and Sussex County, Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For anyone affected by domestic violence. Spanish-language line: Abriendo Puertas 302-745-9874. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily CounselingHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline, New Castle County

    Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence (member programs)

    This 24/7 hotline gives confidential support from trained advocates, information about domestic violence, safety planning, and connections to shelter, legal help, support groups, and other services. Anyone can call.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

    Where
    New Castle County, Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For anyone affected by domestic violence. Spanish-language line: Abriendo Puertas 302-745-9874. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily CounselingHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 502 Fathers and Louisville Metro Healthy Start

    Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness, Healthy Start (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Louisville Metro Healthy Start supports pregnant and postpartum people, infants and families with children up to 18 months in certain Jefferson County ZIP codes. Its 502 Fathers program is a confidential forum where fathers support each other, talk about their concerns and work on better communication and less tension between parents. Healthy Start also offers WIC enrollment, a parenthood program for people involved with the justice system, warm handoffs for housing and utility help, bus passes and a licensed clinical social worker. Use the online referral form or the address lookup tool to check eligibility.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families who live in the Jefferson County ZIP codes served by Healthy Start. Families in other Jefferson County ZIP codes are referred to a partner program. See the official site for current rules.

    Infant CareFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 988 Colorado Walk-In Crisis Centers

    Colorado Behavioral Health Administration

    Colorado has walk-in centers for anyone who needs immediate, in-person support for a mental health or substance use crisis, regardless of ability to pay. The 988 Colorado site lists locations in Aurora, Wheat Ridge, Denver, Littleton, Greeley, Montrose, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Fort Collins, Louisville, Frisco, and Durango, covering the Metro Denver, Northeast, Southeast, and Western Slope regions.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For anyone in Colorado who needs immediate in-person support. Search by ZIP code for the nearest center. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 988 in Maine: call, text or chat for emotional distress

    988 Maine

    Call, text or chat 988 for free, confidential support 24/7 if you or someone you know is in emotional distress, facing a substance use crisis, or just needs someone to talk to. 988 calls from Maine are answered in Maine, so you reach a trained crisis responder who can connect you with help close to home.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    988
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Maine. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 988 in Maryland: call, text or chat for a mental health or substance use crisis

    Maryland Department of Health (MDH), Behavioral Health Administration (BHA)

    The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a support helpline for people having mental health or substance use emergencies. Call, text or chat 988 to talk with a caring specialist 24/7 and connect with services. In Maryland, 988 can also connect you to in-person mobile crisis help if appropriate. Veterans can press 1, Spanish speakers can press 2, and deaf or hard of hearing callers can use 988 videophone in ASL. In a medical emergency, call 911.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Phone
    988
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Maryland. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 988 in Massachusetts: call, text or chat for emotional distress or a crisis

    Massachusetts Department of Public Health

    If you or a loved one are having emotional distress or thoughts of suicide, call or text 988, or chat online, to connect with a lifeline specialist. The service is free, confidential and available around the clock, every day of the year. You do not need to be suicidal to contact 988. Veterans can press one, Spanish speakers can press two, and deaf or hard of hearing callers can use ASL videophone. In a medical emergency, call 911.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    988
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Massachusetts.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 988 Indiana crisis response and mobile crisis teams

    Indiana FSSA, Division of Mental Health and Addiction (DMHA)

    Indiana's 988 system offers someone to contact, someone to respond and a safe place for help. Call or text 988, or chat at 988Indiana.org, to reach a trained crisis specialist 24/7. When needed, a mobile crisis team, which always includes a certified peer support professional, can come to you, and some people are referred to a local crisis stabilization site. The 988 Indiana community resources page lists mobile crisis teams and safe places by county, including which serve youth.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    988
    Who it's for

    For anyone in Indiana with emotional distress, thoughts of suicide, or a mental health or substance use crisis, or worried about a loved one. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 988 Kentucky Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (988 Kentucky)

    Kentuckians in a suicidal, mental health or substance use crisis can call, text or chat 988 at any time, free of charge. Calls go to Kentucky's network of Lifeline call centers, and Kentucky also has two dedicated 24/7 text and chat centers. Counselors listen, help resolve most calls on the phone, and when needed connect callers to mobile crisis teams, first responders and follow-up care.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    988
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

    988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

    Free, confidential support 24/7 by call, text, or chat. You don't have to be suicidal to reach out; reasons include relationships, economic worries, substance use, depression, and loneliness. Spanish: press 2 or text AYUDA to 988. Veterans: press 1.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    988
    Who it's for

    Available to anyone in the United States and its territories. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • A Father's Place, Prince George's County: free fatherhood program

    A Father's Place, Prince George's County (AFPPGC)

    A Father's Place offers free services to fathers in Prince George's County: group workshops, one-on-one coaching and a community of other dads, focused on healthy relationships, responsible parenting and economic stability. It serves fathers 18 and older with children 18 or younger. Fathers who don't live in Prince George's County but have an active child support case are also eligible.

    Where
    Prince George's County, Maryland
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Fathers 18 or older with a child 18 or younger who live in Prince George's County or have an active child support case there. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • AccessCare Child Care Resource and Referral

    Children & Families First

    AccessCare from Children & Families First helps families find and choose child care. It gives referrals to Purchase of Care providers, family child care homes, centers, preschools, school-age programs, and summer camps. Search online 24/7, call a child care specialist, or fill out an online form.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For any family looking for child care in Delaware. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Accessible Child Care for Families

    Hively

    Hively helps Alameda County families get help paying for child care based on income and needs, and explains child care options such as centers, family child care homes, and family, friend, or neighbor care.

    Where
    Alameda County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Help paying for child care is based on income and needs. Families in subsidized care may owe monthly family fees (part-time or full-time), per the page. The agency decides eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Advocates Against Family Violence (domestic violence help)

    Advocates Against Family Violence

    Advocates Against Family Violence (Caldwell) is listed by the Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance as a shelter and victim service program. The Council says each agency offers different services, so contact them directly to learn how they can help.

    Where
    Canyon County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. In an emergency, call 911. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Agenda for Children Child Care Resource & Referral (Southeast Louisiana)

    Agenda for Children

    Agenda for Children is the Louisiana Department of Education-contracted Child Care Resource & Referral agency for 11 parishes in southeast Louisiana. Its referral program connects parents to child care that meets their needs, and it also coaches and trains early childhood programs.

    Where
    Serves 11 parishes in Louisiana
    All 11 parishes

    Assumption Parish, Lafourche Parish, Orleans Parish, Plaquemines Parish, St. Bernard Parish, St. Charles Parish, St. James Parish, St. John the Baptist Parish, St. Tammany Parish, Terrebonne Parish and Washington Parish

    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents looking for child care in the 11 parishes served. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • AHCCCS Medical Assistance (Arizona Medicaid)

    Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS)

    AHCCCS is Arizona's Medicaid program. It provides health insurance to eligible Arizona residents and helps pay for doctor visits, checkups, shots, prenatal care, hospital stays, and prescriptions. You can apply online through Health-e-Arizona Plus or get help from one of over 150 community assistor organizations.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Arizona residents who meet income and other requirements. People waiting on an application or not eligible may still get mental health and substance use treatment through the Regional Behavioral Health Authority. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ACADV)

    Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    ACADV is a statewide network that connects domestic violence survivors and their families with local crisis programs, emergency shelters, and confidential support in all 67 Alabama counties. Advocates help with safety planning whether a person decides to stay or leave.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For anyone affected by domestic violence in Alabama and for people trying to help them.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alabama Family Central

    Alabama Children's Cabinet and partner state agencies

    Alabama Family Central is a one-stop website that collects state agency resources on education, health care, child services, and family support. It highlights the free, confidential Parenting Assistance Line (PAL), early intervention, and Help Me Grow.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Alabama parents, family members, caregivers, and teachers. Each listed program sets its own eligibility.

    Family CounselingMental HealthSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alabama Housing Finance Authority (AHFA)

    Alabama Housing Finance Authority

    AHFA, a public corporation created by the Alabama Legislature, offers homeownership and rental opportunities for low- and moderate-income Alabamians. It offers home-buying programs such as Step Up and First Step and finances affordable rental housing.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For low- and moderate-income Alabama residents. Each program has its own requirements, and AHFA or its lenders decide eligibility.

    Housing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alabama Model Parenting Plan Court Forms and Time-Sharing Schedules

    Alabama Law Institute

    This site has model parenting plan court forms for parents, lawyers, and judges, plus suggested time-sharing schedules based on the child's best interests. A parenting plan covers custody decisions and a general time-sharing schedule.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For parents creating a parenting plan for court. Plans have no legal effect unless the court assigned to the case adopts them, and the site isn't legal advice.

    Custody & Parenting TimeDivorce

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alabama Parent Training & Information (AL PTI)

    Alabama Parent Education Center (APEC)

    AL PTI gives free information and training to Alabama families of children with disabilities from birth to age 26, helping them advocate for their children. Services include individual help preparing for IEP, 504, and other school meetings, workshops on special education law and disabilities, and a resource library.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Alabama families with children ages birth to 26 with disabilities.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alabama's Early Intervention System (EI)

    Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services (ADRS)

    Early Intervention provides supports and services for infants and toddlers under age three with a developmental delay or a diagnosis that can delay development. Services focus on teaching parents and caregivers how to help the child learn through everyday activities, guided by an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For children from birth to age 3 who have a diagnosed condition likely to cause developmental delay, or a delay in cognitive, physical, communication, social/emotional, or adaptive development. Eligibility is determined after an evaluation with an assigned service coordinator. Referrals can be made through the Child Find line or NeverTooEarlyAL.org.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • AlabamaLegalHelp.org

    Legal Services Alabama (with Pro Bono Net)

    AlabamaLegalHelp.org is a guide to free and low-cost legal aid in Alabama, produced by Legal Services Alabama on Pro Bono Net's LawHelp platform. It covers topics such as divorce, child support, and housing, and explains how to apply to LSA for free civil legal aid online or by phone.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    LSA serves qualifying low-income families in civil matters in all 67 counties and accepts cases based on client need, safety, and staff availability. Apply online or call to find out; LSA decides. If you don't qualify, the site points to the Alabama State Bar Lawyer Referral Service (1-800-392-5660).

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild SupportHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alameda County Fathers Corps

    First 5 Alameda County

    Fathers Corps supports fathers and father figures in engaging with their children and pushes for father-friendly services. It runs Dad-scussions, a virtual discussion series for fathers, a county-wide Fatherhood Summit, and a Fatherhood Resource Directory, and trains providers to better engage dads.

    Where
    Alameda County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    The page says Fathers Corps is available to all fathers and father figures in Alameda County. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska Child Care Assistance Program (PASS)

    Alaska Department of Health, Child Care Program Office

    Alaska's child care assistance program, Parents Achieving Self Sufficiency (PASS), helps eligible families pay for child care so parents can work, go to school, or attend job training. Families may get help with some or all of their costs; some pay part based on a sliding fee scale. Families apply through the Alaska Child Care Information System (AKCCIS), with help from regional offices run by Alaska Family Services and thread.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Alaska families who need child care to work, attend school, or take part in job training and who meet income rules. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska Child Support Enforcement Division (CSED)

    Alaska Department of Revenue, Child Support Enforcement Division

    Alaska's state child support agency, part of the Department of Revenue, collects and disburses child support payments. It has a customer service call center, a payment window, and an office in Anchorage.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For parents and caregivers with an Alaska child support case or who need one. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska Community Parenting Classes Directory

    Alaska Court System

    The Alaska Court System lists community parenting and co-parenting classes by city, from Anchorage and Fairbanks to Bethel, Utqiagvik, and Unalaska, plus classes for incarcerated parents. Listings include class focus, schedule, cost, and contact information, as provided by each program.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Alaska parents looking for a parenting or co-parenting class, including parents ordered to take one. Each provider sets its own eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska Custody and Parenting Plans Guide

    Alaska Court System

    The Self-Help Center's parenting plan guide explains what a custody order and parenting plan include (parenting schedule, decision-making, travel, PFDs and taxes, health insurance) and how judges decide using the child's best interests. It also explains how a history of domestic violence can affect custody, and links to videos on custody and parenting plans.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Alaska parents working out custody and visitation, married or unmarried. Unmarried parents start a custody case; children normally must have lived in Alaska 6 months before filing. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska Division of Behavioral Health

    Alaska Department of Health

    The state Division of Behavioral Health oversees Alaska's mental health and substance use system, including community-based crisis services such as 988 and the Crisis Careline, treatment and recovery grants, prevention and early intervention (suicide, substance use, and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder), and therapeutic courts including Family Care Courts. It links families to find a treatment provider or one that takes Alaska Medicaid.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Alaskans looking for mental health or substance use services and information. The division mostly funds and oversees providers rather than treating people directly. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska Early Intervention/Infant Learning Program (EI/ILP)

    Alaska Department of Health, Senior and Disabilities Services

    A statewide early intervention program for families of infants and toddlers, birth to age three, with developmental delays or concerns. Services can include screening and evaluation, home visits, physical, occupational, speech, or developmental therapy, specialized equipment, service coordination, and help moving into services at age 3, all set out in an Individualized Family Service Plan.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Alaska families with children from birth to age three who have developmental concerns. Parents can contact their local ILP provider or the state office for a free developmental screening; services are in all Alaska communities through nonprofits, health corporations, and school districts. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska Family Law Form Packets

    Alaska Court System

    The court's Family Law Self-Help Center posts ready-made form packets for divorce (with or without children), custody cases for unmarried parents, answers and counterclaims, uncontested divorce and custody, motions to change custody, visitation and support, legal separation, and registering out-of-state custody or support orders.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For people filing or responding to a family case in an Alaska court, mainly those without a lawyer. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska Family Law Self-Help Center

    Alaska Court System

    The Alaska Court System's Family Law Self-Help Center helps people who don't have a lawyer with divorce, custody, child support, and other family cases. It offers a website with step-by-step information and forms for each stage of a case, and a statewide telephone helpline staffed by trained court employees. Staff give legal information, not legal advice.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For anyone seeking information about Alaska family law who is not represented by a lawyer. Staff are neutral and can help both parties; communications are not confidential. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska Head Start Programs Directory

    Alaska Head Start Association

    The Alaska Head Start Association lists the Head Start and Early Head Start programs across Alaska, many run by tribal and Alaska Native organizations, with links to each for enrollment. Head Start promotes school readiness for children from birth to age five in low-income families through education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For young children in low-income families; each program sets its own enrollment rules and service area. If you can't find a program for your area, the association asks you to contact it. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska Heating Assistance Program (HAP)

    Alaska Department of Health, Division of Public Assistance

    The Heating Assistance Programs give low-income Alaskans a one-time yearly benefit toward home heating costs, paid to the heating fuel or electric vendor. They include federal LIHEAP and the state-funded Alaska Affordable Heating Program, which have different income limits. Crisis Assistance helps households that are out of fuel, facing disconnection, or evicted for non-payment when heat is in the rent.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households must have at least $200 a year in out-of-pocket heating costs and be under the season's monthly income limits; see the official page. One benefit per season. Regular heating assistance applications are taken October 1 to April 30; Crisis Assistance applications are taken September 1 to June 30. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska Housing (AHFC) Rental Assistance

    Alaska Housing Finance Corporation

    Alaska Housing Finance Corporation runs AHFC-owned public housing (more than 1,600 family and senior/disabled units in 13 communities) and Housing Choice Vouchers for privately owned rentals in 12 voucher communities. You apply for a waiting list with the application package for your community, and are screened when a unit or voucher opens up. Special Purpose Vouchers are available through referral from partner agencies.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Income limits apply; see the official page. Senior/disabled units are for people 62+ or with a disability. Housing Choice Vouchers have no minimum income. Open waiting lists vary by community. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Housing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska Medicaid

    Alaska Department of Health, Division of Public Assistance

    Medicaid gives medical coverage to low-income Alaskans, including children, pregnant women, parents and caregivers, adults ages 19 to 64 without dependent children, the elderly, the blind, and people who are permanently disabled. There is no time limit, and many working families may qualify.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For low-income Alaskans in the eligible groups the page lists. The page links to Medicaid income and eligibility standards. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Alaska Department of Health, Division of Public Assistance

    Alaska's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program gives low-income households monthly food benefits on the Alaska Quest card. The amount depends on household income and size. Alaska has special rules that allow higher benefits in rural areas and the use of benefits for certain hunting and fishing subsistence supplies.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Alaska residents who pass income and asset tests. Income and asset limits apply; see the official page. Most able-bodied people ages 16 to 59 must register for work, and time limits apply to able-bodied adults without dependents unless exempt. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or qualified aliens, though dependents of ineligible immigrants are often eligible. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska Temporary Assistance Program (ATAP)

    Alaska Department of Health, Division of Public Assistance

    ATAP is a jobs-focused program, funded by the federal TANF block grant, that gives cash assistance and work services to low-income families with children. It also helps with child care costs and work-related costs such as transportation, car repairs, interview clothing, and tools while parents move into jobs.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For low-income Alaska families with children. Income and resource limits apply; see the official page. Adults must look for paid work or take part in work activities. Help is limited to 60 months, and benefits are reduced for two-parent families in July, August, and September. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Alaska WIC (Women, Infants and Children)

    Alaska Department of Health

    Alaska WIC offers free healthy foods, nutrition and breastfeeding assessment, education, and support, plus referrals to other programs. Fathers, mothers, grandparents, foster parents, and other guardians of a child under 5 can apply for the child.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people who live in Alaska, have a nutritional need, and are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a child under 5, or are foster parents, and who meet income guidelines. Families who are income-eligible for SNAP, Medicaid, Denali KidCare, or ATAP meet WIC income guidelines. The page posts income guidelines for July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • All Dads Matter

    Merced County Human Services Agency

    A Merced County Human Services Agency fatherhood program with a Resource Center in Atwater, Boot Camp for New Dads, and men's support groups that give dads a safe place to talk about fatherhood. Support groups are offered in English and Spanish, including a group in Los Banos.

    Where
    Merced County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For fathers in Merced County. Contact the program to confirm eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • All Kids health coverage for children

    Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS)

    All Kids is Illinois' health coverage for children. Since 7/1/2022, children who were in All Kids Share and Premium Levels 1 and 2 are covered under All Kids Assist with no premiums or co-payments, can be eligible even with current or recent private insurance, may get up to three months of retroactive coverage, and get the full Medicaid benefits, including non-emergency transportation. Apply online through ABE, request an application by email, download the application (English or Spanish), or call the All Kids Hotline.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Children in Illinois who meet program rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Any Door KY: homeless coordinated entry hotline (Kentucky Balance of State)

    Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC), Kentucky Balance of State Continuum of Care

    Any Door KY is the front door to housing help for people experiencing homelessness in every Kentucky county except Fayette and Jefferson. If you are sleeping outside, in a car, in a shelter or anywhere not meant for living, call the hotline or contact your county's lead partner agency. A partner completes a short assessment, which is used to prioritize people for housing referrals by level of need. Being assessed does not guarantee housing. The system also serves people fleeing domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault or stalking.

    Where
    All Kentucky counties except Fayette and Jefferson
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People experiencing homelessness in the 118 Kentucky counties outside Fayette and Jefferson. Lexington-Fayette and Louisville-Jefferson run their own coordinated entry systems. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Appalachian Family Law Information Center

    Appalachian Family Law Information Center (Appalachian Judicial Circuit)

    This center offers free family law court forms packets for divorce with and without minor children, child custody or visitation modification, child support modification, legitimation, contempt, and name changes, plus family violence self-help forms. In-person and virtual appointments are available for the Appalachian Judicial Circuit.

    Where
    Fannin County, Gilmer County and Pickens County, Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Appointments are for the Appalachian Judicial Circuit only (Fannin, Gilmer, and Pickens counties). See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Application for Benefits Eligibility (ABE): apply for SNAP, cash and medical help

    Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)

    ABE is the state's online site to apply for and manage healthcare (Medicaid and All Kids), food (SNAP) and cash assistance benefits. A short screening tool shows whether you might qualify, and the full application may take up to an hour. You can also apply with the paper form IL444-2378B (Spanish version IL444-2378BS) and carry, mail or fax it to your local Family Community Resource Center, or apply in person at that office (find it with the DHS Office Locator). After you apply, you'll be asked to an interview in the office or by phone and asked for proof of identity, residence and Social Security numbers. Use Manage My Case to check benefits, report changes and renew.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on the program. You must sign the application and include your name and address. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Apply for Indiana Medicaid (Indiana Application for Health Coverage)

    Indiana FSSA, Division of Family Resources

    Indiana Medicaid programs, including Hoosier Healthwise and the Healthy Indiana Plan, use one application, the Indiana Application for Health Coverage, which DFR processes. You can apply online, in person at a local DFR office, by mail or by phone. A decision can take up to 90 days. Pregnant women may get temporary coverage right away through presumptive eligibility, and certified navigators can help you apply.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on the program, income and household. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arizona Cash Assistance (TANF)

    Arizona Department of Economic Security

    Cash Assistance gives temporary cash benefits and support services to Arizona families with dependent children who need help most, as they work toward self-sufficiency. Adults sign a Personal Responsibility Agreement covering the Jobs Program, cooperation with Child Support Services, children's immunizations, and school attendance.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For needy families with dependent children, based on citizenship or qualified noncitizen status, Arizona residency, resource limits, and monthly income guidelines. Adults can get Cash Assistance for up to 12 months in Arizona (60 months lifetime federally), with possible hardship or time extensions; the limits don't apply to children or to Tribal TANF. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arizona Child Care Assistance

    Arizona Department of Economic Security

    DES Child Care Assistance helps families pay for care for children under 13 so parents and guardians can work, go to school, or take part in other approved activities. Benefits go directly to a DES-contracted provider, which can include centers, homes, and certain relatives, and families pay a co-pay based on size and income. Funding is limited and most new applicants are put on a waiting list.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Arizona families who meet income limits, with children from birth through age 12 who are working or in another eligible activity, plus teen parents in school, families in homeless or domestic violence shelters, and some grandparents and guardians. Cash Assistance and Jobs Program participants and DCS or tribal child welfare referrals don't have an income test and aren't put on the waiting list. Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arizona Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R)

    Child & Family Resources, Inc.

    Arizona Child Care Resource & Referral helps families find child care, with a provider search showing hours, ages served, and quality ratings, plus guides on choosing quality care, costs, financial assistance, and child development. DES contracts with Child & Family Resources, Inc. to run it, with community specialists across the state.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Arizona families looking for child care, including families approved for DES child care assistance who need a DES provider. CCR&R gives referrals, not recommendations. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arizona Division of Child Support Services (DCSS)

    Arizona Department of Economic Security

    DCSS helps parents and caretakers who receive or pay child support. Services include getting a child support order, collecting child, medical, and spousal support from parents with court orders, helping unwed parents establish paternity, locating parents who aren't paying, and payment options.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Arizona parents and caretakers who need to set up, pay, or collect child support. Families on Cash Assistance must cooperate with DCSS. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP)

    Arizona Department of Economic Security

    AzEIP is Arizona's statewide early intervention (IDEA Part C) system for infants and toddlers with disabilities or developmental delays. It helps families support their child's learning and growth through everyday activities. Anyone concerned that a child isn't meeting milestones can make a referral.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Arizona infants and toddlers under age 3 who may not be meeting developmental milestones in play, learning, communication, movement, vision, or hearing. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arizona Head Start Program Locations

    Arizona Head Start Association

    The Arizona Head Start Association lists Head Start and Early Head Start programs across Arizona, by grantee and the counties each serves, with phone numbers and websites for enrolling.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For young children and families who qualify for Head Start or Early Head Start; each program sets its own enrollment rules and service area. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arizona Homeless Assistance Agencies Directory

    Arizona Department of Housing

    The Arizona Department of Housing lists homeless assistance agencies by county, with addresses, phone numbers, contacts, hours, and whether they take walk-ins, phone, or virtual contacts. Its rental assistance page points renters to county and city rental assistance programs and the DES Short-Term Crisis Services program.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Arizonans who are homeless or at risk of losing housing. Each listed agency sets its own eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arizona Judicial Branch Self-Service Center

    Arizona Supreme Court

    The Arizona Judicial Branch's online Self-Service Center provides legal information and court forms for people representing themselves. Its family law forms cover divorce, legal separation, parenting plans (legal decision-making and parenting time), child support, and the Summary Consent Decree for couples who already agree, with fee waiver and deferral information and a Spanish-language self-service center.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For people handling their own Arizona court case. Family cases are filed in the superior court of the county where a spouse lives, at least one spouse must have lived in Arizona for 90 days, and children must have lived in Arizona for 6 months before filing about them. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arizona LIHEAP (Home Energy Assistance)

    Arizona Department of Economic Security

    LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps low-income Arizona households pay heating and cooling bills and avoid energy crises. Households can get a yearly regular benefit, plus crisis help (benefit amounts are on the official page) if they have used their regular benefit and face a shut-off notice, eviction when utilities are in the rent, or fewer than seven days of fuel.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households must need help with energy bills, meet citizenship or immigration rules, and be under the income limit. Households on DES Nutrition Assistance or Cash Assistance automatically meet the income test. Help is first-come, first-served, once per 12 months for each benefit type. Apply through the A-to-Z Arizona Portal or on paper. Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arizona Nutrition Assistance (SNAP)

    Arizona Department of Economic Security

    Nutrition Assistance (formerly food stamps) is Arizona's SNAP program. It gives eligible households monthly benefits on an EBT card to buy food. Recipients can also buy groceries online from authorized retailers, get extra fruits and vegetables through Double Up Food Bucks, and, for some households, use the Restaurant Meals Program.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Arizona households that meet program rules; DES says the best way to find out is to apply. Apply online through Health-e-Arizona Plus, by mail or fax, or at a DES office, then complete an eligibility interview. Older adults 65+ with no earned income may use a simplified process. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arizona Sexual and Domestic Violence Helpline

    Arizona Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence (ACESDV)

    ACESDV's helpline connects survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, and people who know one, with support and local resources by phone, text, chat, and email.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For anyone in Arizona affected by sexual or domestic violence. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arizona Statewide Crisis Line

    Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS)

    Arizona's statewide behavioral health crisis line is available by phone, text, and chat. Arizona's crisis system, open to any resident regardless of insurance, includes 24/7 crisis phone lines staffed by trained crisis specialists and 24/7 mobile crisis teams. The AHCCCS page also lists crisis lines for each county and for several tribal nations.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For any Arizona resident in a behavioral health crisis, or anyone worried about someone, regardless of health insurance. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arizona WIC

    Arizona Department of Health Services

    Arizona WIC provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and nutritious foods for pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children under five, plus referrals to other community resources such as immunizations. Dads, grandparents, foster parents, and other guardians can apply for their children.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children under five in Arizona who qualify. Find a clinic online or call. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas Access and Visitation Mediation Program

    Arkansas Alternative Dispute Resolution Commission

    This statewide program, started in 1997 with a federal grant, supports noncustodial parents' access to and visitation with their children. It offers mediation for parents who want to work out custody, visitation, and child support for their minor children. Mediation is voluntary, informal, and confidential, and if parents don't agree, either one can still go to court.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    For Arkansas residents who want to mediate custody, visitation, or child support for their minor children. Answer the program's 'Do I Qualify?' questions to check eligibility. OCSE's custody page notes both parents must be willing to sit down together. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas Child Care Assistance (School Readiness Assistance)

    Arkansas Department of Education, Office of Early Childhood

    Each year Arkansas helps low-income families pay for quality child care and early childhood education for children from birth to age 12, through the Child Care Development Fund. Families apply on the School Readiness Assistance (SRA) portal, which replaced the old KidCare voucher system. The Office of Early Childhood was formerly DHS's Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    For families whose adults work at least 30 hours a week, attend school full time, spend at least 30 hours a week in job training, or a combination that adds up to 30 hours. Income is checked against the Sliding Fee Chart, counting all earned income (including SSA, SSI, and VA). Apply at https://sra.ade.arkansas.gov/. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas Continuum of Care Housing Assistance Contacts

    Arkansas Development Finance Authority

    ADFA runs state homelessness programs such as the Emergency Solutions Grant and HOME-ARP, but it doesn't help individuals directly. Instead it posts referral contacts for the Arkansas Continuum of Care (CoC) areas, which connect people who are homeless or at risk: Hot Springs/Southwest Balance of State, Little Rock/Central Arkansas (CATCH), Fayetteville/Northwest Arkansas, Fort Smith, and Southeast Arkansas (SOAR).

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Arkansans who need housing help. Contact the CoC for your area; the sheet says to try 211 for statewide coverage. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas Crisis Stabilization Units

    Arkansas Department of Human Services

    Arkansas has two 16-bed Crisis Stabilization Units, created under Act 423 of 2017 as alternatives to jail and emergency rooms for people in crisis who come into contact with law enforcement. Both are open 24/7, staffed by mental health professionals and licensed nurses, and give short-term stabilization for mental health or substance misuse. The Sebastian County unit is in Fort Smith and the Craighead County unit is in Jonesboro.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Either unit accepts referrals from any Arkansas county, at any time of day or night. The Fort Smith unit mainly serves Sebastian, Crawford, Franklin, Logan, Scott, and Polk counties, and the Jonesboro unit serves 20 counties in the Northeast and East-central region. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas Domestic Violence Shelters (ACADV directory)

    Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    The Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence keeps a statewide list of domestic violence shelters with each one's city, hotline, office number, and website. The list includes Taylor House for Men in Batesville. ACADV isn't a shelter itself and doesn't provide direct victim services, but it links survivors to shelters and has an Order of Protection online portal.

    Not for emergencies. If you need help NOW, call 911.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For survivors of domestic violence anywhere in Arkansas. Contact the shelter nearest you. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas Head Start and Early Head Start Programs

    Arkansas Head Start Association

    The Arkansas Head Start Association's program map lists every Head Start and Early Head Start agency in the state, with each one's main office, phone, and counties served. Agencies include Arkansas Early Learning, BRAD, Community Action Program of Central Arkansas, Community Services Office, EOA of Washington County, Families and Children Together, Ozark Opportunities, SCUS, UAMS, and UAPB, among others.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Find the agency that serves your county and contact it about eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas Judiciary Court Forms (Domestic Relations and Orders of Protection)

    Arkansas Judiciary (Administrative Office of the Courts)

    The Arkansas Judiciary posts official court forms, including Domestic Relations cover and disposition sheets, Order of Protection forms (sample petition, notice of hearing, ex parte and final orders, in English and Spanish), probate forms, and the Arkansas Child Support Guidelines. The domestic violence page explains how to get an order of protection and links outside self-help resources.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For anyone filing a family case in an Arkansas circuit court. To get an order of protection, go to the circuit clerk's office for the petition and affidavit forms; the Administrative Office of the Courts has no official petition, but clerks must have the forms. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas Law Help (formerly Arkansas Legal Services Online)

    Legal Aid of Arkansas

    Arkansas Law Help is a free legal information website. It has plain-language guides on divorce, child support, custody and visitation, protection orders, housing, and more, plus self-help forms like an interactive divorce packet, minor guardianship and power-of-attorney packets, a Putative Father Registry application, and links to official court forms. It also connects to the statewide legal aid helpline and online application.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Arkansas residents looking for legal information or forms. Free legal help from Legal Aid of Arkansas through the helpline or online application depends on income and case priorities. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas LIHEAP (Home Energy Assistance)

    Arkansas Energy Office (Division of Environmental Quality)

    LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps qualifying households with home energy bills: heating in the winter and cooling in the summer. In Arkansas it is run by a network of community-based organizations that serve all 75 counties, and you apply through the one that serves your county, not through the Arkansas Energy Office. The state says LIHEAP never charges a fee to apply.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For residential households that meet the income chart (businesses aren't eligible). Applications are first-come, first-served, typically January to April 30 and July to September 30. Bring photo ID, Social Security cards (18+) or numbers (minors), recent utility bills, proof of income, and proof of residency. On October 26, 2026 the page said LIHEAP is closed and pointed people to their local Community Action Agency. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas Medicaid (DHS Health Care Programs)

    Arkansas Department of Human Services

    DHS's Health Care (Medicaid) programs help eligible Arkansans pay medical bills. Family categories include ARHOME for adults 19-64, ARKids First for children and teens, Newborn coverage for babies whose mothers had state health care when they were born (guaranteed for the first year), and TEFRA for children with disabilities. There are also programs for people who are aged, blind, or disabled.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on income, resources, Arkansas residency, and other requirements, and covered services vary by category. ARHOME is for people 19-64 who meet income and other requirements. Apply online at Access Arkansas, by mail or phone, or at a local county office. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas Mental Health and Addiction Support Line

    Arkansas Department of Human Services

    DHS's support line helps any Arkansan find mental health and addiction services near them. For people with limited incomes, DHS offers assessment, mental health services for adults with serious mental illness, substance use treatment, help with mental health medication, parent and child counseling for children under 4, and help during a mental health crisis.

    Not for emergencies. If you are facing a medical emergency, please dial 911.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Open to all Arkansans looking for a provider. State-funded substance use treatment is for people without insurance, and Specialized Women's Services are for pregnant women and mothers with children. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas Office of Child Support Enforcement (OCSE)

    Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration

    OCSE offers two kinds of services. Enforcement services locate the noncustodial parent, establish paternity if needed, set up a court order for child and medical support, and collect what is owed. Payment Processing services record and send payments through the Arkansas Child Support Clearinghouse for private court orders. OCSE MyCase lets parents check their case, pay, and message their caseworker online.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents, legal guardians, or caretakers of a child under 18 who lives with them can apply, as can people owed court-ordered support for a child over 18. Families on SNAP, TEA, or Medicaid are referred automatically and must cooperate. Apply online, by mail, in person, or by phone. OCSE can't handle custody or visitation. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

    Arkansas Department of Human Services

    SNAP (formerly the Food Stamp Program) helps eligible Arkansas households cover part of their food budget with benefits on an EBT card. Benefits can be used at eligible stores and farmers markets, including for seeds and plants that produce food. SNAP also offers nutrition education and an Employment and Training program available in all 75 counties.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Arkansas households that qualify. DHS looks at how many people live in the home, income, and what the household owns, and some clients have work or activity requirements (SNAP time limit rules resumed July 1, 2023). Apply online at Access Arkansas, or use the paper application (English, Spanish, or Marshallese). See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas Transitional Employment Assistance (TEA) and Work Pays

    Arkansas Department of Human Services

    TEA is Arkansas's time-limited TANF cash assistance program for needy families with children. Besides monthly cash help, it gives parents job-readiness activities, transportation help, child care help, and other support services so they can work or attend education and training. DHS's Division of County Operations also runs the related Work Pays program.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For families with limited income who have a child under 18 living in the home and meet other requirements. Apply online at Access Arkansas or with the paper application (English, Spanish, or Marshallese). Help is available for TANF applicants who are survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or sexual harassment. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Arkansas WIC

    Arkansas Department of Health

    Arkansas WIC provides supplemental foods high in nutrients, nutrition education, breastfeeding information and support, and referrals to other health services. WIC is offered at every local health unit in Arkansas, at satellite clinics, and at four WIC-only clinics, and you can apply and get WIC in any county.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children under five who meet the income guidelines (revised every year; see the official page), have a nutritional need, and live in Arkansas. Proof of Medicaid (including ARKids), TEA, or SNAP can show income. Call your local health unit for an appointment, and bring ID for yourself and each child, proof of residency, proof of income, and the children you're applying for. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • ARKids First

    Arkansas Department of Human Services

    ARKids First is Arkansas's health insurance for children. It covers well-child checkups, immunizations, eye exams, dental checkups, and more. ARKids A is Medicaid for children, with no charge. ARKids B covers otherwise uninsured children in families that earn too much for ARKids A, with co-pays for some services. One application covers both, and DHS decides which one a child qualifies for.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Arkansas children under 19. Income limits apply; see the official page. ARKids B is for otherwise uninsured children in families with incomes above the ARKids A limit. The page posts monthly income limits by family size, effective April 1, 2026. Apply at Access Arkansas. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • ASK Resource Center: Iowa's Parent Training and Information Center

    ASK Resource Center

    ASK Resource Center has been Iowa's only Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) since 1998 and operates statewide. Family Support Specialists help with health care and education questions related to disability, and trained volunteer mentors who have cared for someone with a disability offer support. Request help through the contact form (also in Spanish) or by phone.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Families of people with disabilities, self-advocates and professionals. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • AZCourtHelp.org

    Arizona Bar Foundation

    AZCourtHelp.org, created through the Arizona Supreme Court's strategic plan, helps people find court forms, processes, and information about their court, including locations, hours, and payments. It offers live chat with Arizona law librarians, a calendar of Legal Talks and clinics, and links to other legal information sites.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For anyone using Arizona courts, especially self-represented people. It can't give legal advice, replace an attorney, or take sides in a case. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • AZLawHelp.org

    AZLawHelp.org

    AZLawHelp.org provides legal information and resources for Arizona and a single place to check whether you qualify for free or reduced-fee legal help. You can apply online or by phone, and the online intake routes applicants to Arizona's legal aid programs.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Arizonans looking for legal information, and for people who may qualify for free or reduced-fee legal help, including a modest-means option. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild SupportHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Babies Can't Wait (Early Intervention)

    Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH)

    Babies Can't Wait is Georgia's Part C early intervention program for infants and toddlers with special needs, from birth to their third birthday. It offers early identification and screening and coordinated services built into a family plan (IFSP). Services happen during daily routines in natural settings like home or daycare. Make a referral with the Child Health Referral Form, sent to the local Child Health Referral Contact in your county, or by phone, email, fax, letter, or in person.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Georgia children from birth to their third birthday, regardless of income, who have a diagnosed condition known to cause developmental delay (such as blindness, Down syndrome, autism, or spina bifida) or a developmental delay confirmed by a qualified team. Parental consent isn't required to refer, but referrers are encouraged to talk with parents first. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Baltimore City Head Start (Mayor's Office of Children & Family Success)

    Baltimore City Mayor's Office of Children & Family Success

    Baltimore City Head Start offers early childhood and family development services for low-income children ages 3 to 5 and their families in Baltimore City. Services are free for families who meet the income rules or receive public assistance. Children in foster or kinship care and children who are homeless are automatically eligible, and some over-income families can be enrolled. Enrollment is prioritized for families with the greatest need and for children with disabilities. The page lists the city's Head Start programs and the documents to bring.

    Where
    Baltimore City, Maryland
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Children ages 3 to 5 in Baltimore City from families that meet income rules or get public assistance; foster, kinship and homeless children are automatically eligible. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • BANANAS Child Care Referrals and Resources

    BANANAS, Inc.

    BANANAS offers child care referrals and resources to families with young children in the northern Alameda County cities of Oakland, Berkeley, Albany, Piedmont, Emeryville, and Alameda. It also runs parent workshops, classes, and support groups and can help families see if they qualify for help paying for child care.

    Where
    Alameda County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For families in Oakland, Berkeley, Albany, Piedmont, Emeryville, and Alameda. The Parents & Families page says it serves families regardless of income. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • BEACON: behavioral health navigation for youth and families

    Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)

    BEACON (Behavioral Health Care and Ongoing Navigation) is a central place for Illinois youth and families to find behavioral health services. It shares information about community mental health centers and other programs near you and state-funded programs your child may qualify for, and connects you with a team to find the right services. Parents and guardians can create an account to track progress. For individual therapists, BEACON says to contact your insurance or managed care plan.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Illinois youth and families with behavioral or mental health needs. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Behavioral Health Community Crisis Centers for Adults (Idaho)

    Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW), Division of Behavioral Health

    Idaho's community crisis centers are places for adults (18+) in a behavioral health crisis, such as suicidal thoughts or drug withdrawal, to get help 24/7. People can stay up to 23 hours and 59 minutes and get a bed, food, and services from mental health professionals, plus referrals to community resources. Centers by DHW region: Region 1 Northern Idaho Crisis Center 208-625-4884; Region 2 Rural Crisis Center Network (Moscow 208-669-2729, Lewiston 208-748-9846, Orofino 208-400-0799); Region 3 Western Idaho Community Crisis Center 208-402-1044; Region 4 Pathways Community Crisis Center of Southwest Idaho 833-527-4747; Region 5 Crisis Center of South Central Idaho 208-772-7825; Region 6 South East Idaho Behavioral Crisis Center 208-909-5177; Region 7 Behavioral Health Crisis Center of East Idaho 208-522-0727.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Adults 18 and older. If you can't keep yourself safe, go to the nearest emergency department or call 911. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Birth to Five Helpline

    Southwest Human Development, with support from First Things First

    A free, bilingual, confidential helpline for Arizona parents, parents-to-be, and caregivers of children from birth to age 5. Early childhood specialists, nurses, mental health counselors, and disabilities specialists answer questions about sleep, feeding, tantrums, potty training, development, health and safety, and child care. It includes a Fussy Baby Program for soothing babies.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For families with young children (birth to age 5) anywhere in Arizona, including parents-to-be. See the official site for current rules.

    Infant CareFamily CounselingSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Brighter Futures Indiana: find child care and local help

    Indiana FSSA, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (OECOSL)

    Brighter Futures Indiana helps families find and choose child care. It has a Child Care Finder, explains the Paths to QUALITY rating levels 1 to 4, and lists local help for finding care. Families can also call the OECOSL Childcare Supports Line.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to Indiana families looking for child care. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Brightpoint Fatherhood Services

    Brightpoint

    Brightpoint Fatherhood Services helps low-income fathers and father figures build parenting skills, strengthen family relationships and handle challenges. A 3-month in-person and virtual curriculum, with group cohorts and one-on-one navigators, offers parenting and family workshops, workforce and career development, case navigation, reentry support, mental health and trauma-informed care, peer networks and LGBTQIA+ fatherhood services. Email bpfatherhoodservices@brightpoint.org.

    Where
    Cook County, McLean County, Winnebago County and St. Clair County, Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Low-income fathers and father figures in the counties served. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Brightpoint Utility Assistance (EAP) for northeast Indiana

    Brightpoint

    Brightpoint runs the Energy Assistance Program for its counties, helping pay part of winter heating bills with a one-time yearly benefit. Apply online or with the mail-in application. If your utility is disconnected or scheduled for disconnection, apply as soon as possible. Eligible homeowners with a broken heat source may get free repair or replacement.

    Where
    Serves 9 counties in Indiana
    All 9 counties

    Adams County, Allen County, DeKalb County, Huntington County, LaGrange County, Noble County, Steuben County, Wells County and Whitley County

    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households in the listed counties that meet the state EAP income limits. Benefits can't be paid while the utility account has a large credit balance; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Emergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Broward Homeless Initiative Partnership

    Broward Homeless Initiative Partnership

    Broward Homeless Initiative Partnership is the DCF-designated Continuum of Care lead agency for its area. It coordinates local homeless services such as emergency shelter, street outreach, homelessness prevention rental help, and rapid rehousing.

    Where
    Broward County, Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the counties served. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • CalFresh (California's SNAP program)

    California Department of Social Services

    CalFresh, known federally as SNAP, provides monthly food benefits on an EBT card to individuals and families with low income. Benefits can be used at grocery stores and farmers markets that accept EBT. The program is state-supervised and county-operated.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Benefit amounts depend on household size, countable income, and expenses such as housing and utilities. Your county decides eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • California Child Support Services

    California Department of Child Support Services

    The state child support program. Local support agencies can establish parentage, locate a parent, get and change support orders (including medical support), and collect and track payments. They do not handle custody, visitation, divorce, or restraining orders.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    The agency says either parent or a legal guardian can enroll. Local agencies do not legally represent either parent. A parent who is paying support and having trouble making payments is encouraged to contact them right away about a modification. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC)

    California Franchise Tax Board

    A state tax credit for working families and individuals with lower incomes, claimed by filing a California tax return with form FTB 3514. The FTB site has an eligibility calculator and related credits.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Credit amounts and income limits apply; see the official page. You must file a state return to claim it, and may be able to claim it for up to four prior years. Amounts change each year. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • California Family Empowerment Centers (FECs)

    California Department of Education, Special Education Division (with Seeds of Partnership)

    Parent-led nonprofit centers, funded by the California Department of Education, that give families of children and young adults with disabilities specialized training, peer-to-peer support, information, and referrals. They help parents understand their child's educational needs and the IEP process and work with schools. There are 41 FEC regions covering all 58 counties.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For parents and families of children and young adults with disabilities ages 3 to 22 in California. Services vary by region. Use the Find an FEC tool (https://www.californiafamilyempowermentcenters.org/finderTool/) to find the center for your county or, in Los Angeles County, your school district. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • California Fatherhood Council

    California Fatherhood Council

    A statewide coalition of service agencies, community-based organizations, and faith-based partners that works to strengthen the network of organizations serving California fathers. It does not provide direct services, but its Fatherhood Resources page lists fatherhood programs by county plus statewide and national resources.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For California fathers looking for local programs, and for organizations that serve fathers. The Council says it does not provide direct services; each listed program sets its own eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingChild SupportCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • California Peer Run Warm Line

    Mental Health Association of San Francisco

    Peer-led, confidential emotional support by phone, text, or chat for challenges such as anxiety, depression, and substance use. Funded by the State of California; described as the official California Warm Line since 2019.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone residing in California can call. It is not 24/7; hours are posted on the site and may change. In a crisis, call or text 988. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • California WIC (Women, Infants & Children)

    California Department of Public Health, WIC Program

    Healthy foods, nutrition advice, breastfeeding support, and referrals to health and community services for families with young children. Benefits are loaded on the California WIC Card and can be tracked in the California WIC App.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    You may qualify if you are pregnant or recently had a baby, or have or care for a child under 5 (so dads can apply for their kids), and have low-to-medium income or receive Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, or CalFresh, and live in California. Only your local WIC office can confirm eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • CalWORKs (California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids)

    California Department of Social Services

    Cash aid and services for eligible California families with children, run by county welfare departments in all 58 counties. Families in need may be able to get immediate short-term help with housing, food, utilities, clothing, or medical care.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For families with children who meet income and other rules, for example when a child lacks parental support because a parent is absent, disabled, or deceased, or when the principal earner is unemployed. Apply online at BenefitsCal.com or through your county. Only the county decides eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • CAPE Energy Assistance Program (Vanderburgh, Posey, Gibson)

    Community Action Program of Evansville (CAPE)

    CAPE helps low-income households with winter heating through EAP. Book an application assistance appointment online or by phone, or apply online, by mail or drop-off. Once approved, you may be protected from utility disconnection from December 1 to March 15 if you qualify. Bring proof of income for all household members 18 and over for the last 90 days and a current utility bill; a photo ID may be needed.

    Where
    Vanderburgh County, Posey County and Gibson County, Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Low-income households in Vanderburgh, Posey and Gibson counties. Households with utilities included in rent qualify with a landlord affidavit. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • CAPE Head Start and Early Head Start (Evansville area)

    Community Action Program of Evansville (CAPE)

    CAPE Head Start is a preschool program for low-income families with children up to 5 years old, serving 660 children a year, with health services including oral health. Early Head Start serves children from birth to 3 and pregnant and teen mothers, with support for expectant fathers and services for children with special needs.

    Where
    Vanderburgh County, Gibson County and Posey County, Indiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Low-income families with children up to 5, and pregnant women, in Vanderburgh, Gibson and Posey counties. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Capital Area Human Services (CAHS): mental health, addiction and developmental disability services

    Capital Area Human Services District (CAHS)

    Capital Area Human Services runs the publicly funded community programs for mental health, addictive disorders, developmental disabilities and co-occurring disorders in seven parishes around Baton Rouge. Treatment teams can include a psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, counselor and nurse, and there are more than 10 locations, in rural as well as urban areas. Fees are based on ability to pay using a sliding fee schedule, and Medicaid, Medicare and many private insurance plans are accepted. A 24-hour crisis line is available.

    Where
    Ascension Parish, East Baton Rouge Parish, East Feliciana Parish, Iberville Parish, Pointe Coupee Parish, West Baton Rouge Parish and West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Residents of the seven parishes served. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • CAPSA (domestic violence help)

    CAPSA

    CAPSA (Montpelier and Preston) is listed by the Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance as a shelter and victim service program. The Council says each agency offers different services, so contact them directly to learn how they can help.

    Where
    Bear Lake County and Franklin County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. In an emergency, call 911. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Care 4 Kids Child Care Subsidy

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood

    Care 4 Kids helps low- to moderate-income Connecticut families pay for child care. It's sponsored by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood and funded by the federal Child Care Development Fund. Families get 12-month certificates and only need to report a few changes, and parents who lose a job or stop an approved activity can get up to 3 months of job-search care.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    You need to live in Connecticut, meet the income guidelines, and be working or in a Jobs First training or education activity. Children must be under 13 (under 19 with special needs). Use the pre-screener, then apply through the C4K Parent Portal; you and your provider fill out a Parent-Provider Agreement. Since March 1, 2023 some new applicants (such as working families or those in higher education) are placed on an enrollment list. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Careline Alaska Crisis & Suicide Line

    Careline Alaska

    Careline is Alaska's 24/7 crisis and suicide line, staffed by Alaskans for Alaskans. Anyone can call, chat, or text, whether in crisis, worried about a child or someone else, grieving, having a panic attack, or just needing someone to talk to or local resources. Contacts are confidential.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For any Alaskan. You do not need to be thinking about suicide to reach out. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • CARES crisis line and SASS for children and youth

    Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS)

    Call the CARES line if you, your child or someone you know is in a mental health crisis, may harm themselves, or may need inpatient psychiatric care. A CARES worker talks through the crisis and decides whether to send a Mobile Crisis Response worker, who arrives within 2 hours. The Screening, Assessment and Support Services (SASS) program is for people under 21 in a behavioral health crisis and gives 90 days of eligibility for crisis services, treatment and care coordination. CARES serves both Medicaid and non-Medicaid customers 24/7, 365 days a year.

    Not for emergencies. If you need immediate assistance or are experiencing a medical emergency, please contact 911.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Illinois in a mental health crisis; SASS is for people under 21. People not on Medicaid, or unsure, may qualify for state-funded crisis services. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Caring Unlimited domestic violence services (York County)

    Caring Unlimited

    Caring Unlimited gives direct support, resources and safety planning to anyone experiencing domestic abuse in York County, through a 24-hour helpline, along with prevention education and training. Services are free of charge.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    York County, Maine
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone experiencing domestic abuse in York County. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • CARPLS Cook County Legal Hotline

    CARPLS

    CARPLS hotline attorneys give free legal advice and referrals by phone to low- and moderate-income Cook County residents, often solving the problem in one call. Topics include divorce, guardianship, landlord-tenant, public benefits and more. CARPLS attorneys do not represent clients in court, but will try to refer you to an organization that can. The hotline is busy, and you may be on hold up to 20 minutes.

    Where
    Cook County, Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Low- and moderate-income Cook County residents. Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • CCDF child care assistance (child care vouchers)

    Indiana FSSA, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (OECOSL)

    The Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) helps low-income families pay for child care while parents work or go to school. Apply through Early Ed Connect, in English or Spanish. There is a statewide waitlist, and families on it must reconfirm every 90 days. Priority goes to On My Way Pre-K applicants, families with the lowest incomes, and children of child care workers. Income limits apply; see the official page.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Income limits, county residency, a child under 13 (or under 19 with special needs) who is a U.S. citizen or qualified alien, and a CCDF-eligible provider. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • CEDA (Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County): LIHEAP and community services

    Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA)

    CEDA is the local agency for Cook County for LIHEAP utility bill help and Community Services Block Grant services, which can include help with rent or mortgage, food, water and sewer bills, job training and placement, financial management and temporary shelter. The CEDA main office at 567 West Lake Street in Chicago is NOT an intake site; find an intake site near you at cedaorg.net/sites.

    Where
    Cook County, Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income-eligible households in Cook County. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFinancial AidHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Center for Fathers and Families

    Center for Fathers and Families (CFF)

    A nonprofit that responds to the needs of fathers and their families with programs and services for family growth, enrichment, and empowerment. It has adult, youth, and health and wellness programs, and runs the Daddy's Here fatherhood support program.

    Where
    Sacramento County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For fathers and families. Contact CFF to confirm eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Center on Fathering

    El Paso County Department of Human Services

    The Center on Fathering is a community program with classes, support groups, a library of books, articles, and videos, and referrals to community resources, to help dads understand and fulfill their role in their children's lives. Programs include Caring Dads, a 17-week evening group, and Fathers in Training, a two-session seminar on caring for infants and toddlers.

    Where
    El Paso County, Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to families in any situation, including those with court involvement, those working with the Department of Human Services, and dads who just want to improve their parenting; DHS involvement isn't required. Mothers and daughters with questions about fathering can use it too. To join, email the referral form to DHSCenteronfathering@elpasoco.com. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Centralized Intake for Emergency Shelter (1-833-FIND-BED)

    Housing Alliance Delaware

    Centralized Intake gives information and referrals for emergency shelter openings and housing help for people experiencing homelessness in Delaware. Text or call, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For anyone in Delaware experiencing homelessness. People fleeing domestic violence are encouraged to call a 24-hour DV hotline: New Castle County 302-762-6110, Northern Kent County 302-678-3886, Kent and Sussex 302-422-8058. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Changing Homelessness (Northeast Florida CoC)

    Changing Homelessness (Northeast Florida CoC)

    Changing Homelessness (Northeast Florida CoC) is the DCF-designated Continuum of Care lead agency for its area. It coordinates local homeless services such as emergency shelter, street outreach, homelessness prevention rental help, and rapid rehousing.

    Where
    Clay County, Duval County and Nassau County, Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the counties served. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Chicago Coordinated Entry System (housing assessments)

    All Chicago Making Homelessness History

    Chicago's Coordinated Entry System connects people experiencing homelessness to housing. It uses a standard housing assessment and a priority plan to refer youth, individuals and families to housing. Access Points across the city do walk-in assessments and updates; call ahead to confirm hours. For immediate shelter, call 311. Email ces@chicagococ.org with questions.

    Where
    City of Chicago only, Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People experiencing homelessness in Chicago. See the official site for current rules.

    Housing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS)

    City of Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS)

    DFSS works with community partners to connect Chicago residents and families to resources and support, including children's services, gender-based violence help, homeless services, human services, workforce development and reentry services, youth services and senior services. The main office is at 1615 W. Chicago Ave, 5th Floor.

    Where
    City of Chicago only, Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Chicago residents and families. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceChildcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Chicago Early Learning (CPS Pre-K, Head Start and community programs)

    Chicago Public Schools / City of Chicago

    Chicago Early Learning is a single application for early learning programs for children ages 0 to 5 in every Chicago neighborhood, including CPS Pre-K and community-based programs such as Head Start, Early Head Start, infant-toddler, home visiting and doula programs. Enrollment is year-round. Rank up to five programs; offers are emailed within two business days of applying, and you can accept an offer while staying on the waitlist for another. CPS full-day Pre-K serves 4-year-olds, with limited half-day seats for 3-year-olds. The Family Support Hotline helps with applications.

    Where
    City of Chicago only, Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Chicago children ages 0 to 5. A child counts as age 4 for the 2026-27 school year if they turn 4 on or before 9/1/2026. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Chicago homeless shelter placement (call 311)

    City of Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS)

    If you need shelter in Chicago, call 311, or go to a hospital emergency room or police station and call 311. DFSS funds a team that answers shelter requests around the clock, including transportation, triage and placement. Families with children should call 311; families who need a safe place to wait can go to the Shield of Hope (EHARC), 924 N. Christiana Ave, run by the Salvation Army, for placement, diversion, meals, showers and play space for children. Single adults can go to the 24/7 Shelter Placement and Resource Center (SPARC), 2241 S. Halsted St.

    Where
    City of Chicago only, Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Phone
    311
    Who it's for

    People in Chicago who need shelter. SPARC serves single adults only; EHARC serves families only. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Chicago WIC clinics (Chicago Department of Public Health)

    City of Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)

    In Chicago, WIC is administered by IDHS and run by the Chicago Department of Public Health. It offers nutrition and breastfeeding counseling, a monthly benefit card for healthy foods, formula and infant food, and health care referrals. To apply, bring an ID for each applicant and child, proof of income and proof of address to a CDPH WIC clinic. The CDPH page lists clinics by region with phones and hours; some clinics may be closed on city holidays, so call ahead.

    Where
    City of Chicago only, Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant, breastfeeding or post-partum women, infants up to one year, and children up to 5 who meet the WIC income guidelines. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Chief Judge Ronald Ibarra Self-Help Center (Keahuolū Courthouse, Kona)

    Hawaiʻi State Judiciary

    At Keahuolū Courthouse (74-5451 Kamakaʻeha Avenue, Kailua-Kona), volunteer attorneys from the West Hawaiʻi Bar Association give West Hawaiʻi self-represented people limited legal information on district and family court civil matters such as temporary restraining orders and divorce.

    Where
    Hawaiʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For self-represented litigants. In person the second and fourth Wednesday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; by phone all other Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (except holidays). See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child & Adolescent Mental Health Division (CAMHD)

    Hawaiʻi Department of Health, Child & Adolescent Mental Health Division

    CAMHD serves Hawaiʻi youth with 'high need' for mental health treatment (severe emotional disturbance). Services include assessment, case management, and therapeutic supports in the home and community, or temporary out-of-home placements. Apply online or mail the application to the Family Guidance Center serving the area where the youth's parent, caregiver, or guardian lives.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Youth must be physically present in Hawaiʻi when applying and have a qualifying DSM-5 mental health diagnosis from a Qualified Mental Health Professional within the past 12 months. They must also have moderate to severe impairment in daily functioning (scored on the CAFAS). They need at least one funding source: a Med-QUEST Integration Health Plan, an IEP referral for intensive mental health services, an Office of Youth Services referral, or acceptance into a grant-funded CAMHD program. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child & Family Services

    Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH), Office of Child & Family Services

    ADMH's Office of Child & Family Services supports children and families statewide with infant and early childhood mental health, autism services, mental illness treatment, adolescent substance use treatment, intensive home-based services, and suicide prevention. Child and adolescent mental health services are offered in all 67 counties.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Varies by service. Mental health services are for youth who meet criteria for Serious Emotional Disturbance up to their 21st birthday. Autism services are for Medicaid-eligible children and youth from birth through age 20. Adolescent substance use treatment is for ages 13 to 18 through certified providers. Providers decide eligibility.

    Mental HealthSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Action

    Child Action, Inc.

    A nonprofit that gives Sacramento County families and child care providers resources and services for quality child care, including financial assistance for eligible families, referrals, and a Resource Lending Library.

    Where
    Sacramento County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Financial assistance is for eligible Sacramento County families. The agency decides eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Affordability Program (CCAP) help paying for child care (Maine)

    Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS)

    The Child Care Affordability Program helps eligible Maine families pay for child care while parents work, go to school or job training, and helps some retired legal guardians. Care can be with a licensed child care program or an approved adult or relative. There is no fee to enroll; families pay a weekly copay on a sliding fee scale based on income, and the copay is waived for the lowest-income families. Apply online through the Baxter family portal. The program is available statewide.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    The parent must live in Maine and the child must be a U.S. citizen or qualified alien. Income limits apply. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Assistance (CCA)

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS)

    Child Care Assistance helps income-eligible parents pay for child care while they work, go to school or training, or take part in PROMISE JOBS, and for a limited time while looking for work. Families on FIP can get child care help without meeting the usual CCA rules. Apply online through the Family Portal, or send a paper application (English or Spanish) to HHS CCA Eligibility, 2309 Euclid Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310-5703. Your provider must be approved by HHS.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    A child under 13 (or under 19 with special needs) who needs care, and income under the program limits plus work (an average of 32 hours a week, or 28 with a special-needs child), full-time school or training, a combination of both, looking for work, or an approved medical reason. Postsecondary education has a 24-month lifetime limit. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Assistance (Kansas child care subsidy)

    Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)

    Child Care Assistance pays part of the cost of regular child care and enrollment fees for qualifying families, including working families, some families in education or training, teen parents finishing high school or a GED, families on TANF work programs and foster families. You choose an enrolled provider, get a family plan showing the benefit and your co-pay, and pay your provider with a Kansas Benefits Card. Apply online through the DCF Self-Service Portal or with a paper application from a local DCF Service Center. Since July 1, 2026 the Kansas Office of Early Childhood (KOEC) runs the program's policy and provider enrollment, while DCF still takes applications.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    The family and child must live in Kansas and the child must usually be under 13 (exceptions apply up to 18 for an allowable need or a child who can't care for themselves). You must provide proof of income, identity for all adults, and citizenship and birth date for each child; if a parent is absent, the parent or guardian in the home must work with Child Support Services. Income and resource limits apply. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)

    Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC)

    CCAP helps eligible families pay for child care for children up to age 13 while parents work or attend school. Eligibility depends on the children's ages, family income and your schedule. An eligibility calculator on the IDEC page checks family size, county and monthly income. Apply with the Digital CCAP Application from a smartphone, tablet or computer, or get help from your local Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) agency. Starting July 1, 2026, IDEC became the lead agency for CCAP.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families who are working or attending school, with children up to age 13; depends on family size and gross income. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (Kentucky)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), Division of Child Care

    CCAP helps eligible families pay for child care. The Division of Family Support takes applications by phone or online through kynect, and you can also apply at a local DCBS office. Parents must be working or in a qualifying activity such as job search, school, a GED program for teen parents, SNAP Employment and Training, or the KTAP Kentucky Works Program. Some families pay a daily co-payment based on income and family size and may owe the difference if the provider charges more than the state rate. Bring ID, proof of the child's citizenship or qualified-immigrant status, proof of residency, proof of school enrollment if it applies, and income information.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    For a child under 13, or older with a verified special need, who is a U.S. citizen or qualified immigrant living in Kentucky. Income must be under the state limit and parents must meet work or activity rules. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (Louisiana)

    Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE)

    CCAP helps eligible families pay for child care while parents work, go to school or take part in job training. Payments go directly to approved providers, including licensed centers, family child care and in-home providers, and school-based early learning programs. Apply, upload documents, report changes and check your case online through the LDOE CAFÉ portal, or use the paper application (English, Spanish or Vietnamese). Families pay a share based on the sliding fee scale. The Louisiana School & Center Finder and local Child Care Resource & Referral agencies help families find care.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    For a child under 13, or under 18 with a disability, who is a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen living in Louisiana. Parents or guardians must work, attend school or training, combine work and school, be actively seeking work, be in a transitional living program, or be experiencing homelessness, and household income must be within CCAP limits. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Aware of Kansas (find child care)

    Child Care Aware of Kansas

    Child Care Aware of Kansas is the state's licensed child care resource and referral agency. Search online for licensed child care, or call the Resource Center to talk with a real person who can help you find options that fit your family. Staff can also walk you through help paying for care, such as state subsidies, federal tax credits and local programs, and share guides on choosing quality care.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Free for families looking for child care anywhere in Kansas. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Aware of Kentucky (child care resource and referral)

    Child Care Aware of Kentucky, Human Development Institute, University of Kentucky

    Child Care Aware of Kentucky is the statewide child care resource and referral network. For families, it offers a Family Toolkit on choosing safe, quality child care, tips for visiting programs, information on Kentucky All STARS quality ratings and care for children with special needs, and a Child Care Referral Specialist you can call. You can also search for child care across the state through kynect. Its services cover all 120 counties in eight regions.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Any Kentucky family looking for child care. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Choices: finding child care in Maine

    Child Care Choices (Maine)

    Child Care Choices helps Maine families make decisions about child care. It explains the types of care in Maine, including licensed centers, family child care homes, nursery schools, family, friend and neighbor care, Head Start, and school-age programs, and has a statewide search for child care providers. Contact the program by email with questions.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Any family looking for child care in Maine. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Financial Assistance (CCFA) in Massachusetts

    Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)

    Child Care Financial Assistance helps low-income Massachusetts families pay for child care and out-of-school time programs. Most families pay a parent fee based on family size and income, with a lower fee for part-time care and a discount for each additional child; EEC has an online calculator to estimate it. Families with an open DTA or DCF case and non-parent caregivers do not pay a parent fee. Families work with a Family Access Administrator, such as their regional Child Care Resource and Referral agency or a contracted provider, and must report certain changes.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Low-income Massachusetts families who need child care for work, school or other approved reasons. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Parent Resources (Help Paying for Child Care)

    California Department of Social Services, Child Care and Development Division

    The state's page for parents on types of child care and state- and federally funded child care assistance. It explains voucher-based programs (including CalWORKs Stages One, Two, and Three and the Alternative Payment Program) and center-based programs, and how to find care through local resource and referral agencies.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    The state may help pay for child care for families who meet income and eligibility criteria. CalWORKs families with age-eligible children are entitled to Stage One child care through the county welfare department; Stage Two is for families who received cash aid within the past 24 months who meet income limits; Stage Three depends on available funding. The agency decides eligibility. Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Referrals

    Connections for Children

    A child care resource and referral agency for West LA and the South Bay that connects families with licensed child care providers. Child care specialists give free referrals and resources on child development, parenting, and quality child care.

    Where
    Los Angeles County, California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    The page says referrals are free to parents and guardians, no matter their income. Serves West LA and the South Bay, per the page title. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Resource and Referral

    Riverside County Office of Education

    A state and federally funded program that helps parents in Riverside County find licensed child care near home, work, or school. Its online referral system covers over 1,800 licensed centers and family child care homes, and referrals are based on location, type of care, hours, ages, and special needs.

    Where
    Riverside County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For parents in Riverside County. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) agencies and child care search

    Illinois Network of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (INCCRRA)

    Illinois' CCR&R system is 16 community-based organizations that help families across all 102 counties find child care and get help paying for it. Look up your local CCR&R by ZIP code or county on the INCCRRA site. To search for licensed child care and early learning programs and their ExceleRate quality ratings, IDEC points families to the Illinois Cares for Kids provider search (illinoiscaresforkids.org).

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in any Illinois county. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) Network

    Florida Department of Education, Division of Early Learning

    The CCR&R network helps families find and choose quality child care and early education. Specialists share information on local options and School Readiness, VPK, Head Start, Early Head Start, Migrant and Seasonal Head Start, and HIPPY. They can also connect families with financial assistance and other resources such as food, medical care, workforce support, and housing help. Request services through your local early learning coalition.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For any Florida family looking for child care. You can also email ccrrhelp@del.fldoe.org. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Resource and Referral agencies (CCR&Rs), Massachusetts

    Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)

    Child Care Resource and Referral agencies are local partners of the Department of Early Education and Care. They help families find child care that meets their needs and help eligible families get child care financial assistance. Your local agency keeps information on licensed and license-exempt programs, including child care centers, family child care, preschool and out-of-school time programs. Use EEC's search to find the agency for your city or town.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Massachusetts families looking for child care. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Resource and Referral Service

    Crystal Stairs, Inc.

    Crystal Stairs' R&R helps families find quality child care in Compton, Gardena, Hawthorne, Inglewood, Lawndale, Lynwood, South Los Angeles, and nearby areas. It gives free referrals to licensed centers and family child care homes based on location, hours, cost, special needs, and other factors, and can point families to its child care subsidy program.

    Where
    Los Angeles County, California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For families in the South Los Angeles-area ZIP codes listed on the page. Families in California's welfare-to-work program can get help from Crystal Stairs staff at DPSS offices. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Resource Hub

    YMCA of San Diego County

    A free child care referral service for families in San Diego County. Child care navigators call providers on your behalf to find openings, share financial assistance you may qualify for, and offer specialized resources for children with unique needs.

    Where
    San Diego County, California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For parents and caregivers across San Diego County. Financial assistance depends on eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Subsidy (formerly Child Care Connection Hawaii)

    Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services (DHS), Child Care Program Office

    The Child Care Subsidy helps low-income families keep working, studying, or in job training by paying part of the cost of care with DHS-approved providers. Covered settings include in-home care, relatives or friends, before- and after-school programs, and preschools; all providers need background checks. The subsidy can go to the family by EBT or direct deposit, or straight to a licensed provider. Apply online at ChildCareSubsidyApplication.dhs.hawaii.gov, or mail or email form DHS 911 to the Child Care Subsidy Unit (94-275 Mokuola Street, Room 105, Waipahu, HI 96797). Applications are taken year-round.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Children under 13, or 13 to 18 if they can't care for themselves. Parents or caretakers must be working, in school, or in job training (both parents in two-parent families), unless care is needed for protective purposes. Income limits apply; see the official page. Eligibility is redetermined every 12 months. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child custody and visitation (parenting time) (Self Help Guide)

    Judicial Branch of California (California Courts)

    Plain-language explanation of parenting plans, legal and physical custody, types of visitation orders (including virtual visits), how judges decide the child's best interest, and how to get, change, or respond to a custody and visitation order.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For parents in California. The guide notes that until there is a court order, both parents have the same rights, and that deadlines to respond depend on which forms you were served. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Development Services (CDS): early intervention and preschool special education (Maine)

    Maine Department of Education (DOE), Child Development Services (CDS)

    Child Development Services is a state agency under the Maine Department of Education. It provides Early Intervention for children from birth through age two (IDEA Part C) and a Free Appropriate Public Education for children ages three to five with disabilities. CDS runs Child Find, screenings and evaluations through regional sites; families can find the site serving their town from the CDS families page. Maine school districts are taking on preschool special education, with all districts expected to offer it by July 1, 2028.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Children from birth to age 5 with, or suspected of having, a developmental delay or disability. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Development Watch (Birth to Three), Kent and Sussex Counties

    Delaware Division of Public Health (DHSS)

    Child Development Watch is the regional program of Delaware's Birth to Three early intervention system. Public health nurses serve infants and toddlers from birth to age three with developmental delays or disabilities, and their families. Call the Maternal Child Referrals Intake line to refer a child.

    Where
    Kent County and Sussex County, Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For children from birth to age three with developmental delays or disabilities, and their families. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Development Watch (Birth to Three), New Castle County

    Delaware Division of Public Health (DHSS)

    Child Development Watch is the regional program of Delaware's Birth to Three early intervention system. Public health nurses serve infants and toddlers from birth to age three with developmental delays or disabilities, and their families. Call the Maternal Child Referrals Intake line to refer a child.

    Where
    New Castle County, Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For children from birth to age three with developmental delays or disabilities, and their families. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)

    Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing

    CHP+ is public low-cost health insurance for children and pregnant people who earn too much for Health First Colorado but can't afford private insurance. It covers primary, emergency, and hospital care, dental, prescriptions, immunizations, maternity care, mental and behavioral health, and vision. It is free to enroll, and all pregnancy care is free.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Low cost
    Who it's for

    For Colorado children 18 and under and pregnant people who meet income limits, aren't eligible for Health First Colorado, and have no other health insurance. The page posts monthly income limits effective April 1, 2026. Apply online on Colorado PEAK, in person, or by phone. Presumptive Eligibility sites can enroll children and pregnant people right away for up to 60 days. Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child support (Self Help Guide)

    Judicial Branch of California (California Courts)

    Explains how California's child support guideline works, how to get, change, or respond to a support order, when support ends, and the role of the Local Child Support Agency. Links to the state's free online child support calculator.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For parents in California. The guide warns that a judge can usually only change support back to the date you filed a request, so don't wait if your income changes. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Support Administration (CSA): open a child support case (Maryland DHS)

    Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), Child Support Administration (CSA)

    The Maryland Child Support Administration works with both parents to provide the financial and medical support their children need. CSA can establish paternity, set up and change support orders, and collect and enforce support. Apply online (the fastest way), or by mail, fax or in person at your local child support office; applications cannot be sent by email. There is a small one-time application fee unless you receive or have received Temporary Cash Assistance or Medical Assistance, and some cases pay a small annual fee. Parents can update information and check payments online or by phone through the DHS customer care line.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents and caregivers of a child who need support established, collected or enforced. Families receiving TCA or Medical Assistance get services free of charge. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA)

    Hawaiʻi Department of the Attorney General, Child Support Enforcement Agency

    CSEA provides a system for paying and disbursing court-ordered child support so keiki get financial support from both parents. Use the online portal and free CSEA Hawaii mobile app to manage your case, or the phone IVR. Administrative hearings are by phone or Zoom through the Office of Child Support Hearings ((808) 692-7110). Offices are in Kapolei (Oʻahu), Hilo, Wailuku (Maui), and Līhuʻe (Kauaʻi).

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For parents and caregivers with Hawaiʻi child support cases. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Support Enforcement Program

    Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR), Child Support Enforcement Division

    Alabama's Child Support Enforcement (IV-D) program helps families establish paternity when necessary, obtain child support orders, and get compliance with those orders. Services include order review and adjustment, locating a parent, payment collection, and enforcement.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For parents and families who need help establishing, changing, collecting, or enforcing child support. See the page's "Applying for Child Support Services" section; DHR decides who can be served.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Support Forms

    Alabama Administrative Office of Courts (AOC)

    The Alabama AOC's official court forms for child support, including petitions for support, modification and contempt petitions, paternity complaints, withholding forms, and the CS-42 Child Support Guidelines forms.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For parents and others filing child support matters in Alabama courts. Check with the court about which forms apply to your case.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Support Services (Illinois HFS)

    Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), Division of Child Support Services

    HFS Child Support Services helps parents locate the other parent, establish parentage (including the Voluntary Acknowledgment of Parentage, with genetic testing at no cost), estimate support with the Income Shares guidelines, get child and medical support orders, collect and enforce support, and change a support amount up or down. Enroll free online through the Child Support eServices portal, by calling the call center, or at a regional office. Its Family Resource Connections links both paying and receiving parents to help with work and other needs. Payments go through the State Disbursement Unit (SDU).

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Parents or caretakers of a minor child. Having payments go through the SDU doesn't automatically enroll you; you must enroll for services (and re-enroll if a case closed). See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Support Services (Massachusetts Department of Revenue)

    Massachusetts Department of Revenue (DOR), Child Support Services Division

    The Department of Revenue's Child Support Services Division helps parents who pay and parents and caregivers who receive child support. Either parent or the child's caregiver can enroll to establish parentage or to get, enforce or change a child support order. Online you can log in to the CSS Case Manager, use the virtual counter, make payments, send a copy of your court order, and attend virtual hearings or case conferences. Families getting SNAP can learn how child support may help.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents and caregivers of children in Massachusetts. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Support Services help for noncustodial parents (Kansas)

    Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)

    DCF Child Support Services also works with noncustodial parents, including fathers. You can enroll to ask CSS to establish paternity or to review an existing child support order for a change. If you are not sure you are the father, CSS can schedule genetic testing for the mother, child and possible father, and the state pays for the first test. If you are served with a DCF petition or notice of action, respond promptly; if you don't, the court may set an order without you. Call to speak with a Child Support Specialist.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For parents who pay or may owe child support in a Kansas case. See the official site for current rules.

    Child SupportCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS)

    Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL)

    CAPS helps eligible families pay for child care and is funded by the Child Care and Development Fund. It's a parental choice program: families choose the type, location, and frequency of care, and CAPS encourages Quality Rated providers. Apply, renew, and report changes through Georgia Gateway or by phone.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    New families must be in a CAPS priority group. Must be Georgia residents. Children must be 12 or younger, or 17 or younger with qualifying special needs, and be U.S. citizens or qualified aliens. Most parents must be in a state-approved activity (work, school, or both) an average of at least 24 hours a week; this is waived for foster parents and DFCS Grandparents Raising Grandchildren participants. Gross income can't exceed CAPS limits (Appendix A). See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • ChildCare.gov

    U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care

    Helps parents find safe, quality child care in their community that fits their family's needs. It links to each state's or territory's child care websites, where parents can search for child care and consumer education information.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Information site open to everyone. The state programs it links to set their own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

    Childhelp

    A safe, nonjudgmental space by call, text, or chat for anyone concerned about or affected by child abuse. It is not a reporting line and is not connected to 911; the site lists each state's child abuse reporting contacts.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone. The hotline may have to share information with authorities if a child is being harmed or someone intends to act on suicidal thoughts. In California, child abuse reports go to your county's CPS line. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Children's Rehabilitation Service (CRS)

    Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services (ADRS)

    CRS is a statewide system of services for children with special health care needs and their families, and for adults with hemophilia, run through 14 community-based offices. Services include specialty clinics, care coordination, information and referral, and a Parent Connection program with parent consultants who have raised children with special health care needs.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Alabama children and youth with special health care needs and their families, and adults with hemophilia. CRS decides eligibility.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Civil Justice, Inc.: lawyer network for low- and moderate-income Marylanders

    Civil Justice, Inc.

    Civil Justice is a network of about 100 member lawyers who serve low- and moderate-income Marylanders throughout the state. You can search its directory of member lawyers by county and practice area. Its in-house programs help with landlord-tenant issues, foreclosure, credit reporting and debt collection, run an Access to Counsel in Evictions intake line for eligible tenants, and offer a referral and case-tracking tool.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Low- and moderate-income Marylanders; program rules vary. See the official site for current rules.

    Housing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Co-parent education programs for separating parents (Maine courts)

    State of Maine Judicial Branch

    In certain divorce and parental rights cases, a Maine court may require parents to take a co-parent education program. Approved classes are held around Maine, and the Judicial Branch lists the providers. The page also links Pine Tree Legal Assistance's Families Change resources for parents and children.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents in a Maine divorce or parental rights case, when ordered by the court. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Co-parenting classes, Wyandotte County District Court (ECT and Family Foresight)

    29th Judicial District Court, Wyandotte County (Kansas Judicial Branch)

    Wyandotte County District Court's Domestic Court Services offers Effective Co-Parenting Techniques (ECT), a class for parents filing new divorce or paternity actions, and Family Foresight, another co-parenting class. ECT helps parents understand how a changing family affects children, build a parenting plan and learn about child support from the Trustee's Office. Classes are held over Zoom; call Domestic Court Services to register and get materials. Domestic Court Services also handles parenting agreements and other court-ordered family services.

    Where
    Wyandotte County, Kansas
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    For parents filing new divorce or paternity actions in Wyandotte County District Court. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP)

    Colorado Department of Early Childhood

    CCCAP helps low-income families who are working, looking for work, in school, in substance use disorder treatment, or experiencing homelessness pay for child care. Families in Colorado Works can also use it. Each county's human/social services department runs CCCAP with the Colorado Department of Early Childhood. Families pick a licensed center, a licensed family child care home, or a friend, neighbor, or relative provider.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Each county sets its own eligibility rules within state income limits. Income limits apply; see the official page. Cooperating with Child Support Services hasn't been required since July 1, 2023. Apply online on Colorado PEAK, by mail, or through your county office. Some counties have a waitlist or an enrollment freeze, so families should make other care plans in the meantime. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies

    Colorado Department of Early Childhood

    Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) agencies connect families with quality early learning programs like child care and preschool, plus local resources and tips for choosing care. A trained referral specialist at the agency for your county can help you find programs that fit your needs. CDEC posts the list of agencies by county, and many are local Early Childhood Councils.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Colorado families looking for child care. Find the agency that serves your county on CDEC's list. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado Child Support Services

    Colorado Department of Human Services, Division of Child Support Services

    The Colorado Child Support Services Program works with parents and caretakers to set up child support and medical (health insurance) orders, collect and distribute payments, change existing orders, locate parents, and establish parentage. Individual orders are handled by county child support offices. The division says it works to make its processes as safe as possible for families with safety concerns.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Colorado parents and caretakers who need to set up, pay, collect, or change child support. Contact the county child support office for your case. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado County Human and Social Services Offices

    Colorado Department of Human Services

    Colorado's human services system is supervised by the state and run by the counties, so county departments are the main provider of many services for families, children, and adults, including SNAP, Colorado Works, child care assistance, and LEAP applications. CDHS keeps a directory with each county or tribal human/social services department's website, phone, address, and hours.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Colorado residents; contact the office for the county where you live. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)ChildcareEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado Domestic Violence Programs (Violence Free Colorado directory)

    Violence Free Colorado

    Violence Free Colorado's survivor resources map helps you find a community-based domestic violence agency near you for free, confidential support. Depending on the agency, services can include an advocate, safety planning, emergency shelter or temporary lodging, housing information, emergency financial help or information, support groups, and help with protection orders and other civil matters. You can search by location, city, ZIP code, or county.

    Not for emergencies. Please note that VFC does not provide Emergency Services, such as shelter emergency, financial assistance, or crisis support.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For domestic violence survivors anywhere in Colorado; services vary by agency. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA)

    Colorado Department of Local Affairs, Division of Housing

    CERA gives emergency rental assistance to Coloradans who are behind on rent, meet income limits and other requirements, and are at risk of eviction or displacement. It can cover short-term rent and related fees, and sometimes relocation, up to a per-household maximum (see the official page). Households are chosen through a Monthly or Daily Random Selection and then complete a full application. The CARE Center helps people apply.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For renters at risk of eviction who meet the eligibility rules and have active or recent eviction paperwork for nonpayment of rent, such as a court summons, writ, or sheriff's notice. The Monthly Selection also accepts a demand for rent, mediation papers, or an HB25-1168 payment plan. Demand is higher than funding. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    HousingEmergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado Fatherhood Program

    Colorado Department of Early Childhood

    The Colorado Fatherhood Program is a five-year Colorado Department of Early Childhood initiative, with partners including the Colorado Department of Human Services. Seven fatherhood programs at nine locations offer free workshops, services, and one-on-one support to help fathers and father figures build parenting and healthy relationship skills, work toward financial well-being, and work with programs like child support and access services.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For fathers and father figures in Colorado; contact the grantee nearest you. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado Head Start and Early Head Start

    Colorado Department of Early Childhood

    Head Start and Early Head Start serve young children (birth to 5) and their families with early learning, health and wellness (meals, plus medical, dental, hearing, vision, and behavioral screenings), social services that help families reach employment, training, and parenting goals, and disability services. Families on SNAP may have children who are eligible.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Find a center near you with the federal Head Start center locator, contact it, and follow that center's application instructions. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado Housing Connects

    Colorado Housing Connects

    Colorado Housing Connects is a bilingual statewide housing helpline that answers all kinds of housing questions. It is an eviction and foreclosure prevention partner for renters facing eviction and homeowners facing foreclosure. It grew out of the Colorado Foreclosure Hotline (2006) and has served renters since 2014.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Colorado renters and homeowners with housing questions. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado Judicial Branch Family Case Forms and Self-Help Centers

    Colorado Judicial Branch

    The Colorado Judicial Branch has compiled all family case forms, with standard instructions and case-process information (status conferences, mediation, hearings, and trial), including the JDF 1113 Parenting Plan (English, Spanish, and Urdu, plus a guided online form). Courthouse self-help centers, family court facilitators, parenting class lists, a Parenting Time Handbook, and information on filing without payment are linked. You can also e-file.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For people handling their own family case in a Colorado court. The forms are informational, not legal advice, and people representing themselves must follow the same rules as attorneys. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado LEAP (Low-income Energy Assistance Program)

    Colorado Department of Human Services

    LEAP helps eligible Colorado families, seniors, and individuals pay part of their winter home heating costs, usually by paying the utility directly. People who qualify may also get help repairing or replacing a furnace or wood stove, weatherization services, and referrals to other energy programs. No interview is needed to apply.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    You may qualify if you pay heating costs directly to the utility or as part of your rent, meet the season's income limits, and can show lawful presence for household members born outside the U.S. Households with heat included in rent can qualify if they don't live in subsidized housing. Apply November 1 through April 30 online through Colorado PEAK, by phone, or with a paper application at your county LEAP office. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado LIFTS and OwnPath Care Directory

    Colorado Behavioral Health Administration

    Colorado's Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) runs Colorado LIFTS, a network of mental health, substance use, and crisis support services. The OwnPath Care Directory lets you search for services near you, with or without insurance, or you can call to reach a care navigator. Services range from outpatient, individual, and group treatment to intensive outpatient, residential, community-based, and psychiatric care.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Available to people across Colorado. BHA says its job is to make sure everyone in the state can get quality mental health and substance use care, regardless of where they live or ability to pay. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado Shines Child Care Search

    Colorado Department of Early Childhood

    Colorado Shines is Colorado's quality rating and improvement system, which monitors and supports early learning programs and connects Colorado families with quality child care. Families can use its Find a Program search to look for licensed child care and preschool programs, and the program is free for families.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For any family looking for licensed child care or preschool in Colorado. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

    Colorado Department of Human Services

    SNAP helps low-income Colorado households buy food with a monthly benefit on an EBT card. Recipients can double their benefits at vendors in the Double Up Food Bucks program and get discounted admission at many museums and cultural centers by showing their EBT card. Your county human services office decides eligibility and authorizes benefits.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligibility is based on income, resources, and household size. You may qualify if you have low wages or income under the program's limits, are unemployed or work part time, or get other assistance such as Colorado Works or SSI. Able-bodied adults 18-64 without children have work requirements. Apply on Colorado PEAK, in the MyCOBenefits app, or with a paper application (English or Spanish) at your county office. Counties have 30 days to decide, and some households can get expedited benefits within 7 days. Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK)

    Colorado Department of Early Childhood

    Colorado Universal Preschool gives every Colorado child up to 15 hours a week of tuition-free, high-quality preschool in the year before kindergarten, as defined by the local school district. Families choose from licensed community programs, school-based programs, and licensed home providers. Some families qualify for more hours based on qualifying factors.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For all Colorado children in the year before kindergarten. Three-year-olds should contact their school district, and preschoolers with an IEP should enroll through their Special Education Administrative Unit. Families who delay kindergarten can use the funding only in the year their district defines as the year before kindergarten. Register at upk.colorado.gov. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado WIC

    Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

    Colorado WIC serves pregnant people, new and breastfeeding moms, babies, and children under 5. It welcomes all parents and caregivers: dads, grandparents, foster parents, or any caregiver of a child under five can get WIC for the child, and you don't have to be a U.S. citizen.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    You must live in Colorado and be pregnant, breastfeeding a baby under 1, a new mom who had a baby or was pregnant in the past 6 months, a baby, or a child under 5. WIC is open to many incomes, including working families, and people on Medicaid, TANF, SNAP, or FDPIR are automatically income-eligible. Apply by calling a clinic or filling out the online referral form; WIC staff will contact you within 10 days. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Colorado Works (TANF Cash Assistance)

    Colorado Department of Human Services

    Colorado Works is Colorado's TANF program. Families can get a monthly cash payment plus help with school, training, and jobs, and work with a case manager to set goals and build community connections. Benefits come on an EBT card or by direct deposit.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For families with children in the home (in some cases children not living with their parents can take part). You can apply if you are pregnant or caring for a child under 18, live in Colorado, are a U.S. citizen, legal alien, refugee, or permanent resident, and meet income limits. Apply on Colorado PEAK, in the MyCOBenefits app, or on paper through your county office. Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • COMCARE Community Crisis Center (Sedgwick County)

    Sedgwick County COMCARE

    COMCARE's Community Crisis Center is Sedgwick County's 24-hour resource for mental health help and suicide prevention. Call the crisis line any time, or go to the center to see clinical staff. Services include phone crisis help, face-to-face assessment, a mobile crisis unit for people who can't get to the center, and a team that helps children, teens, adults and families after a disaster or traumatic event.

    Where
    Sedgwick County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For anyone in Sedgwick County having a mental health crisis. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Community Action Agency of Siouxland: LIHEAP, rent help and early childhood

    Community Action Agency of Siouxland

    The Community Action Agency of Siouxland serves low-income families and individuals in times of need. Its LIHEAP program helps qualifying Woodbury County households pay part of their main heating costs, from November 1 to April 30. It also offers free early childhood programs (classroom and in-home) for eligible families from pregnancy to age 5, rent assistance by appointment, and emergency services.

    Where
    Woodbury County, Iowa
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    LIHEAP is for qualifying Woodbury County households. For rent assistance, bring the Landlord Verification Form to your appointment. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFinancial AidChildcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Community Action of Eastern Iowa (Quad Cities area)

    Community Action of Eastern Iowa

    Community Action of Eastern Iowa helps over 25,000 people a year with paying bills and other needs. Services include help when utilities are disconnected (submit a service ticket), energy-saving tips, no-cost Head Start for children 0 to 5 (subject to income rules), help finding child care through CCR&R, and the Family Development and Self-Sufficiency program for families on FIP or who are income eligible. All programs have income limits.

    Where
    Cedar County, Clinton County, Muscatine County and Scott County, Iowa
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Residents of Cedar, Clinton, Muscatine and Scott counties who meet each program's income limits. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFinancial AidChildcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Community Behavioral Health Centers (CBHCs), Massachusetts

    Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS)

    Community Behavioral Health Centers are one-stop shops for mental health and substance use care at locations across Massachusetts. Crisis services, including mobile crisis teams that can come to you, are available around the clock for anyone in Massachusetts, with or without health insurance. Centers also offer urgent and routine care such as evaluations, individual, group and family therapy, medication help, peer support and addiction treatment, plus short-term overnight crisis stabilization. All centers take walk-ins daily. The Behavioral Health Help Line can connect you to your nearest center.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Crisis services: anyone in Massachusetts. Ongoing services: covered by all MassHealth plans and many commercial plans. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Community Legal Aid Society, Inc. (CLASI)

    Community Legal Aid Society, Inc.

    CLASI is Delaware's oldest and largest civil legal aid organization. It gives free legal help to people with low incomes, people with disabilities, people 60 and older, and victims of violence and crime. Areas include housing, domestic violence (Protection from Abuse orders and limited help with divorce, custody, and support in Kent and Sussex), public benefits, immigration, disability, elder law, and family matters for parents facing DFS removal of children or termination of parental rights. Request help by phone or in person at the office in your county.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on income or other criteria and on the type of case. CLASI doesn't handle criminal or personal injury cases. Domestic violence family law help is for survivors in Kent and Sussex Counties only; New Castle County survivors are referred to DVLS. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeDivorceHousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Community Partners for Child Safety (prevention case management)

    Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS)

    Community Partners for Child Safety offers home-based case management that connects families with local resources to strengthen the family and prevent child abuse and neglect. Families can refer themselves or be referred by a community agency. Callers to the DCS hotline can press Option 2 to be referred.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Families who do not have an open DCS or Juvenile Probation case and who are not being served by Healthy Families. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Connecticut Birth to Three System

    Connecticut Birth to Three System

    Connecticut's Birth to Three System supports infants and toddlers with delays and disabilities as they grow through everyday routines. It contracts with early intervention programs statewide. Anyone can make a referral, though only parents can give permission, and evaluations and services, if eligible, are free for families.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For children under age 3 with a significant developmental delay based on a standardized test, or a doctor-diagnosed condition likely to cause a delay. Refer online (fastest), by calling 1-800-505-7000 or 211, or by fax. Families should hear back from 211 Child Development within 2 business days. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Connecticut Court Parenting Education Program

    Connecticut Judicial Branch, Court Support Services Division

    Connecticut requires parents in divorce, civil union dissolution, annulment, separation, custody, or visitation cases with children under 18 to take a six-hour parenting education program within 60 days after the case is filed. Classes cover children's developmental stages, helping children adjust to separation, cooperative parenting, conflict management, parent access, and reducing children's stress. Judicial Branch Family Services contracts with agencies statewide to run them.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    For parties in Connecticut family cases who are ordered to attend. You can attend any approved program in the state and must register with the provider yourself; bring form JD-FM-149 to the first class. If you're afraid of another party, ask for a separate class or use a different program. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

    Connecticut Department of Social Services

    CEAP helps Connecticut residents pay home heating costs, with benefits based on household size, income, and heating source, usually paid to your utility or fuel vendor. Households heating with oil, kerosene, or propane may get extra deliveries, and recipients may also qualify for payment matching plans, shut-off protection, and heating equipment repair or replacement. DSS runs it with local Community Action Agencies.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Connecticut residents whose household gets SNAP, TFA, SSI, or certain other benefits, or who meet the income limits. Almost every applicant must give a Social Security Number for each household member, with some exceptions. Apply online, by phone, email, mail, or in person through your local Community Action Agency. CEAP is yearly, so you must apply each season; the 2026-2027 deadline is May 31, 2027. Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Connecticut Fatherhood Initiative and DSS-Certified Fatherhood Programs

    Connecticut Department of Social Services

    The Connecticut Fatherhood Initiative is a statewide, multi-agency effort led by DSS to help fathers be fully and positively involved in their children's lives. DSS certifies community fatherhood programs that offer intake and assessment, case management, curriculum-based groups, access to domestic violence prevention services, voluntary paternity establishment, the State-Owed Arrearage Adjustment Program, referrals, systems navigation, and help completing court documents.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    The FAQ says there are no eligibility requirements. The target population is fathers and family men ages 16-65 who live in Connecticut, and programs have also served noncustodial mothers. Find DSS-certified programs by searching 211 Connecticut or calling 211. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Connecticut Head Start and Early Head Start

    Connecticut Head Start Association

    Connecticut has 22 Head Start programs serving more than 5,539 children and families. Head Start and Early Head Start offer early learning and development, health and wellness, family well-being, and family engagement services. The Connecticut Head Start Association partners with OEC's Head Start Collaboration Office and Head Start providers, and its Find a Program page embeds the federal Head Start center locator.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Head Start serves children from at-risk backgrounds. Use the Find a Program locator at https://ctheadstart.org/find-a-program/, then contact the program to enroll. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Connecticut Judicial Branch Court Service Centers

    Connecticut Judicial Branch

    Court Service Centers in Judicial District courthouses help self-represented parties, lawyers, and the public. Staff are trained to help all court patrons, and several centers have bilingual staff. Most centers offer court forms and publications, statewide civil and family calendar information, public computers and printers, electronic filing, copying, faxing, scanning, notary services, and community resource information.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone with court business. For one-on-one help, the page says to email Court.ServiceCenter@jud.ct.gov instead of coming to the courthouse, and staff will respond. Most locations are open 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Connecticut Judicial Branch Family Court Forms

    Connecticut Judicial Branch

    The Connecticut Judicial Branch posts its official family court forms, including the Divorce Complaint (JD-FM-159), the Custody/Visitation Application (JD-FM-161), the Custody Agreement and Parenting Plan (JD-FM-284), and the family fee waiver application (JD-FM-075). Many key forms come in Spanish, Polish, and Portuguese. The Family Matters FAQ explains divorce, mediation, guardians ad litem, and lawyers for minor children.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For anyone filing or responding in a Connecticut family case. Self-represented parties can enroll in E-Services to file family cases online. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Connecticut Office of Early Childhood Family Resources

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood

    The Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) supports young children and families from birth to age 5. Its For Families pages cover finding child care, getting help paying for it, and understanding how children grow, including kindergarten readiness, social and emotional development, Parents Connecting Parents, and what Elevate child care quality ratings mean.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For any adult raising or caring for a young child in Connecticut, including parents, grandparents and other relatives, and foster parents. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC)

    Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center

    CPAC is a statewide nonprofit that educates, supports, and empowers Connecticut families of children and youth with any disability or chronic condition, ages birth to 26. Parent Consultants help families understand and advocate for their rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and CPAC offers training programs at no cost, webinars, and the Next STEPS parent leadership series on Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Connecticut families of children and youth with disabilities or chronic conditions, birth to 26, and the professionals who serve them. CPAC isn't a legal service and doesn't give legal advice. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Connecticut Right to Counsel Program (EvictionHelpCT)

    Connecticut Right to Counsel Program

    Connecticut's Right to Counsel Program gives free, experienced lawyers to eligible tenants facing eviction or loss of a housing subsidy. Eligibility depends on where you live and your situation, and tenants in towns without full representation can still call the hotline for advice. The site also links an eviction guide and form filler and the Eviction Prevention Fund.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Full representation depends on zip code and circumstances: for example, any tenant in Greater Hartford; certain New Haven, Hamden, and West Haven zip codes; and, in other covered towns, tenants in subsidized housing, age 62 or older, with a disability, or with children in the household. The page also asks whether anyone in the household served in the armed forces. Eligibility also depends on the capacity of the participating organizations. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Connecticut SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

    Connecticut Department of Social Services

    SNAP gives Connecticut households monthly money on a debit-like EBT card to buy food. Shoppers get extra SNAP dollars at certain farmers' markets and farm stands, plus free recipes and nutrition tips and free Mystic Aquarium admission for the cardholder and three guests. You can apply online, by mail, or in person at a DSS resource center.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on monthly household income; the page posts maximum gross monthly income by household size (guidance as of October 1, 2026). Households with someone 60 or older or with a disability can have a little more income. You don't have to be a U.S. citizen, and getting SNAP doesn't affect immigration status. Most full-time college students can't get SNAP. DSS answers within 30 days, or within 7 days for emergencies (for households with very little income or money in the bank). Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Connecticut WIC

    Connecticut Department of Public Health

    Connecticut WIC gives healthy food on an eWIC card, nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, and referrals to health care and social services to income-eligible pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5. Fathers, grandparents, foster parents, and other guardians can apply for their children. Offices offer phone, video, online, and in-person appointments.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits apply; see the official page. People on SNAP, TFA, or HUSKY (Medicaid) are automatically income-eligible. You must live in Connecticut and complete a nutrition assessment, but you don't need to be a U.S. citizen, and WIC won't affect immigration status. Start with the online interest form, or call a local WIC office. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Connecting Fathers, Connecting Families (Cornerstone Connections)

    Cornerstone Connections

    This Central Florida fatherhood program offers peer support groups, co-parenting education, and individual case management, plus weekly virtual fatherhood classes on Zoom (Tuesdays 5:30-7:30 p.m.). Sign up online for personalized support, workshops, and resources.

    Where
    Osceola County, Lake County, Volusia County, Sumter County and Putnam County, Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For fathers and father figures (biological, custodial, legal, adoptive, foster, step, grandfather, or another male in a father role) in the counties served. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Cook Inlet Tribal Council Family Wellness

    Cook Inlet Tribal Council

    CITC's Family Wellness programs help Alaska Native and American Indian families strengthen and stay together and prevent child welfare involvement. They include Ch'anik'en home visiting for families who are pregnant or have children under 5, Circles of Support in-home parenting help after OCS involvement, and crisis and reunification services that guide parents through OCS and Child in Need of Aid court processes, team decision meetings, and supervised family contact.

    Where
    Municipality of Anchorage, Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Prevention and home visiting programs are for Alaska Native and American Indian families. Crisis and reunification programs are open to all families living in the Municipality of Anchorage but require an OCS referral. Start with the online intake form. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingInfant CareCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Cooperative Parenting After Separation and Divorce

    Alabama Parent Education Center (APEC)

    APEC offers Cooperative Parenting training sessions to help parents going through separation or divorce understand and support their children. Participants learn to communicate peacefully, resolve parental disputes, and find resources during and after family restructuring.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For adults whose families are changing through separation, divorce, remarriage, or similar transitions. Check APEC's calendar for upcoming classes.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Coordinated Access Network (CAN) Housing and Homeless Services

    Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

    People experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk of homelessness in Connecticut get housing help through Coordinated Access Networks (CANs), groups of community providers across the state. Call 2-1-1 and press 3, then 1, to talk to a contact specialist trained to assess housing needs. If no resource is found, you'll be offered a CAN assessment appointment in the community you choose.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people who are homeless or at imminent risk. People are prioritized based on an assessment, and calling 211 or completing the assessment doesn't guarantee housing. CAN housing resources go first to people who meet HUD's literal homelessness definition. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Assistance Office - Ada County

    Idaho Courts, Court Assistance Office

    The Ada County CAO is in the Ada County Courthouse, 200 W. Front Street, Room 1171, Boise, open Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00 (cao@adacounty.id.gov). Court Assistance Officers can't give legal advice but can review CAO forms, explain the court process, and help with child support calculations and parenting plans.

    Where
    Ada County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with cases in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Assistance Office - Bannock County (also serving Power, Caribou, and Franklin counties)

    Idaho Courts, Court Assistance Office

    The Sixth District CAO is at the Bannock County Courthouse, 624 E Center Street Rm 106, Pocatello (d6cao@bannock.idcourts.gov). The Power, Caribou, and Franklin county pages also list this number. Local options: Caribou County (Soda Springs) by appointment on Tuesdays, 208-547-4342 ext. 813; Franklin County Clerk of the Court (Preston), 208-852-1090, Monday-Friday 10:00-4:00 or by appointment. Court Assistance Officers can't give legal advice but can review CAO forms, explain the court process, and help with child support calculations and parenting plans.

    Where
    Bannock County, Power County, Caribou County and Franklin County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with cases in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Assistance Office - Bear Lake County

    Idaho Courts, Court Assistance Office

    Bear Lake County court assistance is at 30 N. Main, Paris, Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00. Court Assistance Officers can't give legal advice but can review CAO forms, explain the court process, and help with child support calculations and parenting plans.

    Where
    Bear Lake County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with cases in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Assistance Office - Boise and Valley Counties

    Idaho Courts, Court Assistance Office

    Fourth District court assistance for Boise County (420 Main Street, Idaho City; Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00) and Valley County (219 Main Street, Cascade). Email d4cao@idcourts.gov. Court Assistance Officers can't give legal advice but can review CAO forms, explain the court process, and help with child support calculations and parenting plans.

    Where
    Boise County and Valley County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with cases in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Assistance Office - Canyon County (also serving Adams, Gem, Owyhee, and Payette counties)

    Idaho Courts, Court Assistance Office

    The Third District CAO is at 1115 Albany, Room 334, Caldwell (d3cao@idcourts.gov). The Adams, Gem, Owyhee, and Payette county pages list the same CAO, available Monday-Friday 9:00-5:00 by phone or email (cao@canyoncounty.id.gov). Court Assistance Officers can't give legal advice but can review CAO forms, explain the court process, and help with child support calculations and parenting plans.

    Where
    Canyon County, Adams County, Gem County, Owyhee County and Payette County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with cases in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Assistance Office - Elmore County

    Idaho Courts, Court Assistance Office

    The Elmore County CAO is at 155 S. 4th East Ste #4, Mountain Home (d4cao@idcourts.gov), open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 9:00-5:00, and Tuesdays by appointment only. Court Assistance Officers can't give legal advice but can review CAO forms, explain the court process, and help with child support calculations and parenting plans.

    Where
    Elmore County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with cases in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Assistance Office - Fifth Judicial District (Twin Falls and south central counties)

    Idaho Courts, Court Assistance Office

    The Fifth Judicial District CAO is at 425 Shoshone St North, Twin Falls (jwoolley@twinfalls.idcourts.gov; www.5thjudicialdistrict.com). Other county pages also list local court contacts: Blaine 208-788-5521 (Hailey), Cassia 208-878-7351 ext. 7104 (Burley), Gooding 208-934-4261 (limited services), Jerome 208-644-2600, Lincoln 208-886-2173 (limited services), Minidoka 208-436-7180 ext. 238 (Rupert); Camas County has limited services. Court Assistance Officers can't give legal advice but can review CAO forms, explain the court process, and help with child support calculations and parenting plans.

    Where
    Twin Falls County, Blaine County, Camas County, Cassia County, Gooding County, Jerome County, Lincoln County and Minidoka County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with cases in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Assistance Office - First Judicial District (Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Kootenai, Shoshone)

    Idaho Courts, Court Assistance Office

    The First District CAO serves Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Kootenai, and Shoshone counties through one message line and email (d1cao@idcourts.gov). In Kootenai County, in-person help is by appointment at the Kootenai County Justice Building, 324 W. Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Bonner, Boundary, and Shoshone counties have monthly walk-in open office hours, and a weekly family law forms workshop runs by Zoom. Services include form review, public computers for interactive forms, and referrals. Court Assistance Officers can't give legal advice but can review CAO forms, explain the court process, and help with child support calculations and parenting plans.

    Where
    Benewah County, Bonner County, Boundary County, Kootenai County and Shoshone County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with cases in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Assistance Office - Latah County (also serving Clearwater, Idaho, and Lewis counties)

    Idaho Courts, Court Assistance Office

    The Latah County CAO (522 S. Adams, Moscow) is open Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (email courtassistance@latah.id.us). Clearwater, Idaho, and Lewis counties have limited services, and their pages direct people to the Latah County CAO, whose officer travels to those counties in person as needed by appointment. Court Assistance Officers can't give legal advice but can review CAO forms, explain the court process, and help with child support calculations and parenting plans.

    Where
    Latah County, Clearwater County, Idaho County and Lewis County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with cases in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Assistance Office - Nez Perce County

    Idaho Courts, Court Assistance Office

    The Nez Perce County CAO is at the Nez Perce County Courthouse, 1230 Main St., Lewiston (email courtassistance@co.nezperce.id.us). Hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1:30-4:00 p.m.; on the 2nd Wednesday of each month the office closes 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. for the Pro-Se Forms Workshop. Court Assistance Officers can't give legal advice but can review CAO forms, explain the court process, and help with child support calculations and parenting plans.

    Where
    Nez Perce County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with cases in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Assistance Office - Oneida County

    Idaho Courts, Court Assistance Office

    Oneida County court assistance is at 10 Court Street, Malad City, Monday and Wednesday 9:30-3:30. Court Assistance Officers can't give legal advice but can review CAO forms, explain the court process, and help with child support calculations and parenting plans.

    Where
    Oneida County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with cases in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Assistance Office - Seventh Judicial District (Bonneville and eastern Idaho counties)

    Idaho Courts, Court Assistance Office

    The Seventh District CAO is at 605 N. Capital Avenue, Idaho Falls, open Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-noon and 1:00-5:00 PM, excluding holidays. You can call, leave a message, or text the office line, or email D7CAO@idcourts.gov. Get forms online, by email, or as paid printed copies at the courthouse. Workshops cover starting a divorce, modifying custody or support, initial custody, finalizing a family law case, and small claims. The office can review Idaho Supreme Court-approved forms and help calculate child support, but can't give legal advice or case strategy.

    Where
    Serves 10 counties in Idaho
    All 10 counties

    Bingham County, Bonneville County, Butte County, Clark County, Custer County, Fremont County, Jefferson County, Lemhi County, Madison County and Teton County

    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with cases in the Seventh District counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Assistance Office - Washington County (limited services)

    Idaho Courts, Court Assistance Office

    The Washington County page lists limited court assistance services at 256 East Court, 3rd Floor, Weiser, Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00. Court Assistance Officers can't give legal advice but can review CAO forms, explain the court process, and help with child support calculations and parenting plans.

    Where
    Washington County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with cases in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Self-Help Centers and Family Law Facilitators

    Judicial Branch of California (California Courts)

    Every California superior court has a free Self-Help Center for people without a lawyer, plus a family law facilitator (a lawyer experienced in family law) who can provide forms, help fill them out, help figure out support amounts, and explain parentage and support orders.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    The court says these programs are free for anyone without their own lawyer, regardless of income, and both sides of a case can use them. Staff work for the court, are not your lawyer, and conversations are not confidential. Services vary by county. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court Service Centers (Massachusetts Trial Court)

    Massachusetts Trial Court, Court Service Centers

    Court Service Centers help people without a lawyer navigate the courts. Staff answer basic questions, give one-on-one help filling out forms in certain case types, explain court rules and procedures, provide written instructions, and connect you with legal aid and community resources. They cannot give legal advice or represent you. Start with the Virtual Court Service Center for intake by phone or video on weekdays; it can refer you to one of the local centers located in courthouses.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    People without a lawyer who have or want to file a case in a Massachusetts court; only certain case types. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Court-ordered parenting education and family services (Maryland circuit courts)

    Maryland Judiciary

    In cases about child custody or visitation, a Maryland circuit court may order parents to attend a parenting education seminar. The seminar helps parents limit the effects of separation and divorce on children and covers co-parenting, discipline, moving between homes, communication and making a parenting plan, plus domestic violence and child abuse resources. Some courts hold classes in person and others refer parents to online programs. Courts also offer family mediation and supervised visitation. Ask your court's Family Support Services Coordinator what is available in your case.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents in a Maryland circuit court case about custody or visitation, when the court orders it. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Crescent City Dads fatherhood program (Healthy Start New Orleans)

    City of New Orleans, New Orleans Health Department, Healthy Start New Orleans

    Crescent City Dads is a program within Healthy Start New Orleans that gives dads tools and support to be the best dads for their children. Its fatherhood groups, called Dad's Circle, are a place for fathers to talk, listen and learn with other dads who understand the struggles of raising kids in New Orleans. Biological fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers and father figures are all welcome. Call to learn more or to enroll.

    Where
    Orleans Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers and father figures raising children in New Orleans. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Cribs for Kids® - Alabama

    Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), State Perinatal Program

    ADPH partners with the national Cribs for Kids® program to give a limited number of pack-n-plays to families who need a safe sleep space for an infant under one year old. Families are referred by partner agencies.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For families who need a safe sleep environment for an infant under one year old. A partner agency must submit a referral packet (English or Spanish). Supply is limited.

    Infant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Crisis Text Line

    Crisis Text Line

    Free, confidential, 24/7 support by text message. Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the U.S. to reach a trained volunteer crisis counselor for stress, anxiety, loneliness, substance use, self-harm, or suicidal thoughts.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Available to anyone in the United States. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • CSO FORGE Fatherhood

    Community Services Office, Inc.

    FORGE (Family, Opportunity, Resilience, Grit, Engagement) helps fathers and father figures strengthen their relationships with their children and the whole family. It promotes healthy marriage and relationship skills, responsible parenting, and economic stability and employment.

    Where
    Garland County, Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For fathers and father figures 18 and older with children 24 or younger who live in the Hot Springs and Garland County area, including men returning from incarceration. Apply online. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • CT Safe Connect (Domestic Violence Resource Line)

    Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    CT Safe Connect is Connecticut's 24/7/365 domestic violence resource line, run by the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV). Certified domestic violence counselors listen, help you understand your options and plan for safety, and connect you to one of CCADV's 18 member organizations. Those agencies offer safety planning, emergency shelter, court advocacy, counseling, and support groups. You can call, text, chat, or email.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For anyone in Connecticut dealing with relationship abuse or concerns. Advocates follow your lead, and you don't have to answer more than you're comfortable sharing. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • CTLawHelp

    Statewide Legal Services of Connecticut

    CTLawHelp is Connecticut's free legal information site for people with low income. It has a self-help library, a Legal Help Finder that guides you to the right help, free live chat navigators, and guides on topics like debt collection, bankruptcy, and erasing old criminal records. Connecticut Legal Services and EvictionHelpCT also point tenants to its eviction materials. The site is in English and Spanish.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For anyone in Connecticut looking for legal information. To talk to a lawyer, the Contact page points to Statewide Legal Services at 1-800-453-3320. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeHousingChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Dads Corps

    SAY San Diego

    A free fatherhood program and support group open to all fathers, including civilian, active duty, and veteran dads and dads-to-be. It follows a nationally recognized parenting curriculum and also offers employment services, legal resources, resource referrals, and family activities, in English and Spanish, in person and online.

    Where
    San Diego County, California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to all fathers, per the page. Contact Dads Corps to confirm eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • DCBS Family Support: apply for SNAP, KTAP, Medicaid and other benefits (Kentucky)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), Division of Family Support

    The Division of Family Support runs SNAP, the Kentucky Transitional Assistance Program (KTAP), the Kentucky Works Program and Medicaid, and it also manages LIHEAP energy assistance. You can apply at a DCBS office in any Kentucky county, by phone through the toll-free Family Support call line, or online through the kynect benefits portal. Documents can be returned at any DCBS office, uploaded to kynect or mailed. Offices and call lines are open on weekdays during business hours.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on the program. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • DCFS Child Support Enforcement (Louisiana)

    Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), Child Support Enforcement

    DCFS Child Support Enforcement helps parents provide financial and medical support for their children by setting up, enforcing and managing child support orders statewide. You can apply for services online or by mail. Parents with a case can log in to LA CAFÉ to see case details and message their caseworker, call the DCFS line for payment and balance information, and search the delinquent payors database.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Open to any parent or caregiver responsible for a child. Families receiving FITAP, KCSP or Medicaid are enrolled automatically. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • DCS Child Support Bureau: open a child support case

    Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS), Child Support Bureau

    The Child Support Bureau helps custodial and non-custodial parents and caretakers with establishing paternity, locating a parent, setting up and changing support orders, medical support, collecting support and arrears. You can enroll online or in person at your county prosecutor's child support office; there is no fee to enroll. KIDSLINE gives automated payment information 24/7 and live help on weekdays.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to custodial and non-custodial parents and caretakers. If you live outside the U.S., enroll by mail to INSCCU, PO Box 6098, Indianapolis, IN 46206-6098. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • DCS Father Engagement Services

    Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS)

    DCS contracts with providers around the state to help fathers whose children are involved with DCS. Providers work with family case managers to engage fathers in their child's case, strengthen father-child relationships, help locate fathers (including those incarcerated or out of state), and refer to community resources and local child support offices. The DCS page lists providers by region.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Fathers whose children are involved with a DCS case, referred through DCS. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • DCSS Fatherhood Program

    Georgia Department of Human Services, Division of Child Support Services

    Running since January 1997, the Fatherhood Program is a voluntary, employment-based program that helps noncustodial parents meet their child support obligations and avoid court. It's an alternative to administrative license suspension. Services include driver's license reinstatement, child support services, GED enrollment, job training, job search and placement, emotional wellness courses, and order modification where it applies. Through a DCSS partnership with Goodwill Industries and the US Department of Labor, Goodwill provides subsidized employment to noncustodial parents with a child support case in Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, Gwinnett, and Henry counties.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For noncustodial parents with an active IV-D child support case and paternity established. While enrolled you must pay support, get a job within 90 days, attend accountability sessions, register with the Department of Labor, and report new employment within two days. To complete it, you must work and pay support for 90 consecutive days. If you don't complete it, enforcement resumes and you can't re-enroll for nine months. See the official site for current rules.

    Child SupportFinancial AidFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Delaware Courts Self-Help Center and Family Court Forms

    Delaware Judiciary

    The Delaware Courts Online Self-Help Center covers family topics such as custody, divorce and annulment, child support (with a support calculator), and guardianship. It has Spanish videos for civil matters and an Access to Justice video series. The Family Court forms list has custody, divorce, and support forms and the 2026 child support calculator. The divorce page explains self-representation ('pro se') and refers people with low incomes to Delaware Legal Help Link.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people. Court staff can't give legal advice. Forms: https://courts.delaware.gov/forms/list.aspx?ag=Family%20Court. Divorce: https://courts.delaware.gov/family/divorce/. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Delaware Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP/DEAP)

    Delaware Division of Social Services (DHSS)

    DEAP uses federal LIHEAP funds to help low-income homeowners and renters with heating and cooling bills. It includes winter heating help (Oct 1-Mar 31), crisis help year-round (for example a shut-off notice, a fuel tank at or below 10%, or past-due bills), and summer cooling help, with a possible free window air conditioner. Apply through ASSIST, or by phone or in person with a community partner such as Catholic Charities.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Emergency AssistanceFinancial AidHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Delaware Fatherhood and Family Coalition (DFFC)

    Delaware DSCYF, Division of Prevention and Behavioral Health Services

    DFFC is a fatherhood initiative under DSCYF's Promoting Safe and Stable Families Program. It focuses on responsible fatherhood and healthy adult relationships for effective co-parenting, connects community partners, and offers training to build fatherhood services into existing child and family services.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For fathers and families in Delaware. The related PSSF program offers statewide consultation services for families who are at risk or in crisis. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Delaware Fatherhood Program (DCSS)

    Delaware Division of Child Support Services (DHSS)

    The Delaware Fatherhood Program helps parents find jobs, gain employment skills, and reach economic stability, which can help them rebuild healthy relationships with their children. Free services include job search and placement, skills training, education and trade certificates, financial education, peer mentorship, and child support case help. Case by case, it may also include driver's license reinstatement, a delay in enforcement, or order modification and state debt reduction. It runs with the Division of Social Services and the Department of Labor.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For parents who are unemployed or underemployed, were recently released from incarceration, struggle to make child support payments, or have a suspended driver's license. See the official site for current rules.

    Child SupportFamily CounselingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Delaware Healthy Children Program (DHCP)

    Delaware Division of Medicaid & Medical Assistance (DHSS)

    DHCP is Delaware's low-cost health insurance for uninsured children. It has no premiums since July 1, 2024, and no copays except for non-emergency ER visits. Apply through ASSIST, by mail (P.O. Box 950, New Castle, DE 19720), or in person.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For uninsured children from birth to 19 who meet income limits. Dental care is free at dentists enrolled with the Delaware Medical Assistance Program. Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Delaware HopeLine (DSAMH)

    Delaware Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (DHSS)

    DSAMH's Delaware HopeLine is for anyone who wants to talk with someone about mental health support, information, or referrals but isn't in crisis. DSAMH connects Delaware residents to services for mental health, substance use, and gambling conditions.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Delaware residents who aren't in crisis. In a crisis, use the mobile crisis lines or 988. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Delaware Medicaid (Diamond State Health Plan)

    Delaware Division of Medicaid & Medical Assistance (DHSS)

    Delaware Medicaid covers doctor visits, hospital care, lab work, prescriptions, transportation, children's shots, and mental health and substance use services. Most members get care through Diamond State Health Plan managed care. Apply through ASSIST or at a State Service Center.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Medicaid has no resource test. It covers pregnant women, children under 19, and low-income uninsured adults ages 19-65, among others. Under federal changes, new noncitizen rules start Oct 1, 2026, and work/community engagement rules (Medicaid ENGAGE) start Jan 1, 2027 for the expansion adult group. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidMental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Delaware Volunteer Legal Services (DVLS)

    Delaware Volunteer Legal Services

    DVLS gives pro bono civil legal help to low-income Delawareans. Family law help is for victims of domestic violence only: custody and visitation, Protection from Abuse orders, and very limited divorce help (no property division or alimony). DVLS also helps with uncontested guardianships of adults with disabilities, estate documents for qualifying people, limited Special Immigrant Juvenile Status cases, and expungements and pardons. Apply through the online intake.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For indigent Delawareans with meritorious civil legal problems. Family law help is for domestic violence victims only. For private landlord-tenant and bankruptcy matters, contact LSCD first (302-575-0408); for public housing matters, contact CLASI (302-575-0660). See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeDivorce

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Delaware WIC

    Delaware Division of Public Health (DHSS)

    Delaware WIC gives pregnant women, new mothers, and young children nutritious foods, nutrition education (WIC Smart), breastfeeding support, and referrals to other services. The program rules and food list are available in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For pregnant women, new mothers, and young children. Income limits are on the WIC Income Guidelines page linked from the home page. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Denali KidCare

    Alaska Department of Health, Division of Public Assistance

    Denali KidCare is Alaska's Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). It covers children from birth through age 18 and pregnant women who meet income limits. Coverage for children is usually issued for 12 months at a time and must be renewed.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Alaska children from birth through age 18 and pregnant women whose household income is within the limits. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Denver Human Services Fatherhood Program

    Denver Human Services

    Denver Human Services' Fatherhood Program helps dads grow their parenting knowledge, strengthen their relationship with their child's other parent or caregiver, advance their careers, work with Child Support Services and access services, and build a support network. It includes the evidence-based Nurturing Fathers class (10 to 15 weeks) on positive discipline, family communication, and conflict resolution.

    Where
    City and County of Denver, Colorado
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For dads and father figures; sign up with the Fatherhood Program interest form on the page or contact DHSFatherhood@denvergov.org. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • DHHS Child Support Services: Division of Support Enforcement and Recovery (Maine)

    Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Support Enforcement and Recovery (DSER)

    DSER helps families by determining, collecting and enforcing child support, establishing paternity and locating parents. It does not handle divorce or spousal support. Apply through the online child support portal or by mail; families receiving TANF are referred automatically, and a parent can ask for a good cause exception if pursuing support could put them or their child at risk. The page lists the documents to bring.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents or caregivers of a child who need support established, collected or enforced. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • DHS Developmental Disabilities Services Intake and Referral

    Arkansas Department of Human Services

    DHS's Division of Developmental Disabilities Services has an intake and referral unit that helps families of people with developmental disabilities or delays figure out programs, eligibility, and how to apply. It can help with early intervention, the CES Waiver for home and community-based services, autism services, Early Intervention Day Treatment, and Children's Special Services.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Arkansans with developmental disabilities or delays and their families. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Disability Law Center of Alaska

    Disability Law Center of Alaska

    An independent nonprofit law firm that provides legal advocacy for people with disabilities anywhere in Alaska. Requests for help go through an online intake form.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For people with disabilities anywhere in Alaska. DLC sets yearly advocacy priorities, which shape what it can help with. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Disability Rights California

    Disability Rights California

    Helps individuals, family members, and advocates who have questions about legal rights related to a disability. It may represent some callers directly, and gives others general information, referrals, or self-advocacy materials.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For individuals with disabilities, family members, and advocates. It cannot represent every caller; it decides based on the merits of the case, the person's ability to self-advocate, other advocacy sources, its priorities, and its resources. It does not discriminate based on immigration status. It does not provide direct representation in family law, criminal law, bankruptcy, or evictions, or help with guardianship, special needs trusts, or Social Security eligibility appeals. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Division of Child Support Services (DCSS)

    Delaware Division of Child Support Services (DHSS)

    DCSS helps parents and caregivers get financial and medical support for children. It establishes paternity and support orders, modifies orders, enforces medical support, and processes payments. Apply for a new case or manage an existing one through the Delaware Child Support Portal at my.delaware.gov.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For parents and caregivers of children. Use DCSS App Services for a new case and the DCSS Customer Portal for an existing one. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Division of Developmental Disabilities

    Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH)

    ADMH's Division of Developmental Disabilities provides services and supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through Medicaid waivers. Its call center handles first screening and referral for the waiver waiting list.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Waiver services depend on each person's level of care and assessed needs, and ADMH decides eligibility for the waiting list.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Division of Family Resources (DFR): apply for SNAP, TANF and health coverage

    Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA), Division of Family Resources

    DFR handles applications for Indiana's food assistance (SNAP), cash assistance (TANF) and health coverage. You can apply online through the FSSA Benefits Portal or at a local DFR office. Local DFR offices are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. local time. Documents can be mailed to the FSSA Document Center, P.O. Box 1810, Marion, IN 46952.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on the program. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Divorce with children when spouses agree (form packet)

    Indiana Legal Help

    Indiana Legal Help's packet for divorce when you and your spouse have minor children and agree on custody, parenting time, and how property and debts are divided. The page explains how to complete and file the forms and what to do after filing. Plan on about 2 hours to fill out the forms.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    You or your spouse lived in Indiana for the last six months and in the current county for at least three months, you have minor children together, and you agree on custody, parenting time, property and debts. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • DMHA: find mental health and addiction services

    Indiana FSSA, Division of Mental Health and Addiction (DMHA)

    DMHA's site helps you search for mental health and addiction treatment providers, including Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics and county provider reports, and has youth services information and Medicaid sign-up links. You can file a complaint about services by phone.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone looking for services; each provider sets its own eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • DMHAS Adult Mobile Crisis Services and Access Line

    Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

    Connecticut's Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) funds and runs Mobile Crisis Teams across the state for adults 18 and older in a mental health or substance use crisis. Teams offer assessment, telephone support, crisis intervention, safety planning, referrals, and follow-up. The 24/7 Access Line connects people to substance use treatment, including detox and transportation.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Mobile crisis serves all Connecticut adults 18 and older; the page says a crisis is defined by the person. For emotional distress or a mental health or substance use crisis, the page says to call, text, or chat 988. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Domestic Abuse Resistance Team (DART) (North Central Louisiana)

    Domestic Abuse Resistance Team (DART)

    DART helps victims of domestic and dating violence and their children in North Central Louisiana, and works to educate its communities about domestic violence.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Jackson Parish, Lincoln Parish, Union Parish, Winn Parish, Claiborne Parish, Bienville Parish and Grant Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Victims of domestic and dating violence and their children in the seven parishes served. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Domestic Relations Advice Desk (CARPLS) at the Daley Center

    CARPLS / Circuit Court of Cook County

    CARPLS attorneys at the Daley Center give legal advice on family law cases, including divorce, allocation of parental responsibilities (custody), parenting time (visitation) and child support. They can draft documents such as petitions, answers and appearances in certain cases, but do not represent people in court. Richard J. Daley Center, CL-29 (Concourse Level), 50 West Washington Street, Chicago. Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., except court holidays. Walk-ins are first come, first served, and appointments can be made.

    Where
    Cook County, Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People with Cook County family law cases. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Domestic Relations Division and Family Court Services (Circuit Court of Cook County)

    Circuit Court of Cook County

    The Domestic Relations Division hears divorce, civil union dissolution, legal separation, child support, allocation of parental responsibilities (formerly custody), parenting time (formerly visitation), parentage, and enforcement or changes to past judgments. If the court refers you, Family Court Services provides mediation, parent education, emergency intervention, home studies, custody evaluations and Children and Teens Speak. Main location: Richard J. Daley Center, 50 W. Washington St., Chicago.

    Where
    Cook County, Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parties to Cook County domestic relations cases. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Domestic Violence Action Center (DVAC) Helpline

    Domestic Violence Action Center

    DVAC is a Hawaiʻi nonprofit that supports survivors of domestic violence and runs a helpline. It does community outreach, including to immigrant and ethnic communities, youth education on healthy relationships, and system reform. Services are open to cis, trans, nonconforming, and non-binary survivors.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Open to survivors of domestic violence in Hawaiʻi. If this is an emergency, call 911. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily CounselingCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • DSS Office of Child Support Services

    Connecticut Department of Social Services, Office of Child Support Services

    The DSS Office of Child Support Services (OCSS) helps establish legal parentage, locate non-custodial parents, set up monetary and medical support orders, collect and distribute payments, and enforce and change orders. It works out of 12 resource centers, each handling specific cities and towns. Payments go through the State Disbursement Unit.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Connecticut parents and caretakers. To apply, find the OCSS resource center for your city or town, then email a completed online application or ask for an appointment by email or phone. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • DTA Connect app and website (Massachusetts)

    Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA)

    DTA Connect is the Department of Transitional Assistance's free mobile app and website. Use it to apply for SNAP or cash assistance, complete SNAP reports and recertifications, upload documents, view your case status and EBT balance, request or track an EBT card, and get a benefit letter. The app is on Google Play and the App Store; on a computer, create an online account. You can also call the DTA Assistance Line for automated case information any time, or speak with a worker on weekdays.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Applicants and clients of DTA programs in Massachusetts.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Duct Tape Dads

    FYNDout Free Pregnancy Center

    Duct Tape Dads is a Fairbanks group for expecting and current dads at the FYNDout Free Pregnancy Center: come hang out with guys who have been there, ask questions, and eat. Child care is provided, and attendance earns credits toward Earn While You Learn shopping. The center also offers online Doctor Dad and Healthy Dad classes.

    Where
    Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For expecting fathers and dads. Sign up with the form on the page to join classes or hear about the next Duct Tape Dads event. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early ACCESS early intervention (birth to 3)

    Iowa Department of Education (with Iowa's Area Education Agencies)

    Early ACCESS is Iowa's early intervention system for infants and toddlers from birth to age 3 who have a health or physical condition that may affect development, or delays in playing, thinking, talking or moving. Providers coach parents and caregivers to help children learn during everyday routines. Area Education Agencies run it so services are available wherever a family lives in Iowa. Anyone can make a referral by phone, email or online.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Children under 3 with a condition that may affect development or with developmental delays. Participation is voluntary. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Childhood Home Visiting

    Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC)

    Home visiting is a free, voluntary service for expecting parents and families with young children. Trained home visitors answer questions about child development and help families find healthcare, housing and other community resources during pregnancy and the first five years. Illinois home visiting programs serve about 20,000 families a year. Find a program near you through iGrow Illinois (igrowillinois.org).

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligible expecting parents and families with young children. See the official site for current rules.

    Infant CareFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Intervention (EI) and Child and Family Connections offices

    Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC)

    Early Intervention serves families with children up to age 3 who have a disability or developmental delay or are at substantial risk of one. Anyone can refer a child for a free screening: contact one of the 25 regional Child and Family Connections (CFC) offices to schedule a free evaluation, or ask your child's doctor for a referral. If services are needed, a team writes an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). Each CFC serves specific counties and ZIP codes; IDEC posts a list of which office serves each county, and Cook County is split by ZIP code.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Children under 3 with a 30% delay in at least one area (cognitive, physical, communication, social/emotional or adaptive), a condition known to cause delay, substantial risk of delay, or a substantiated case of abuse or neglect. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Intervention Colorado

    Colorado Department of Early Childhood

    Early Intervention (EI) Colorado helps babies and toddlers who may need extra support with how they grow and develop. An EI evaluation, at no cost to the family, shows whether a child could use extra support or is on track. Anyone can refer a child online, by phone, email, or fax, and some diagnoses make a child automatically eligible.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For babies and toddlers with a possible developmental concern. A child may be automatically eligible with a diagnosis that is highly likely to cause a significant delay, as decided by a physician panel. Referrals can be made online (English or Spanish), at 833-733-3734, by email at GetStartedwithEI@state.co.us, or by fax to 303-866-5944. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Intervention Services (Early Intervention Section)

    Hawaiʻi Department of Health, Early Intervention Section

    Early Intervention supports infants and toddlers in five areas: physical, cognitive, communication, social or emotional, and adaptive skills. Every eligible child gets a care coordinator who helps the family get an evaluation, build an Individualized Family Support Plan, link to services, and move on at age 3 to Department of Education Special Education Preschool, Head Start, or other preschools. Services are on all islands through public and private programs. Call the information and referral line if you're concerned about a child's development; referrals can also be made by fax.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    A child is eligible if they have a developmental delay or are at risk of developing one. There are no income restrictions. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Learning Coalition of Broward County

    Early Learning Coalition of Broward County

    Early learning coalitions are authorized by the Florida Department of Education's Division of Early Learning to run School Readiness child care assistance and VPK in their communities. Start here to apply for School Readiness, enroll in VPK, or get other early education resources.

    Where
    Broward County, Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For families in the coalition's county or counties. See fl-school-readiness and fl-vpk for program rules. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Learning Coalition of Duval County

    Early Learning Coalition of Duval County

    Early learning coalitions are authorized by the Florida Department of Education's Division of Early Learning to run School Readiness child care assistance and VPK in their communities. Start here to apply for School Readiness, enroll in VPK, or get other early education resources.

    Where
    Duval County, Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For families in the coalition's county or counties. See fl-school-readiness and fl-vpk for program rules. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County

    Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County

    Early learning coalitions are authorized by the Florida Department of Education's Division of Early Learning to run School Readiness child care assistance and VPK in their communities. Start here to apply for School Readiness, enroll in VPK, or get other early education resources.

    Where
    Hillsborough County, Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For families in the coalition's county or counties. See fl-school-readiness and fl-vpk for program rules. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties

    Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties

    Early learning coalitions are authorized by the Florida Department of Education's Division of Early Learning to run School Readiness child care assistance and VPK in their communities. Start here to apply for School Readiness, enroll in VPK, or get other early education resources.

    Where
    Miami-Dade County and Monroe County, Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For families in the coalition's county or counties. See fl-school-readiness and fl-vpk for program rules. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Learning Coalition of Orange County

    Early Learning Coalition of Orange County

    Early learning coalitions are authorized by the Florida Department of Education's Division of Early Learning to run School Readiness child care assistance and VPK in their communities. Start here to apply for School Readiness, enroll in VPK, or get other early education resources.

    Where
    Orange County, Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For families in the coalition's county or counties. See fl-school-readiness and fl-vpk for program rules. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County

    Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County

    Early learning coalitions are authorized by the Florida Department of Education's Division of Early Learning to run School Readiness child care assistance and VPK in their communities. Start here to apply for School Readiness, enroll in VPK, or get other early education resources.

    Where
    Palm Beach County, Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For families in the coalition's county or counties. See fl-school-readiness and fl-vpk for program rules. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Learning Options (Executive Office on Early Learning)

    Hawaiʻi Executive Office on Early Learning (EOEL)

    EOEL is the state agency building Hawaiʻi's early learning system for children from birth to age 5. Its Early Learning Options page explains choices: community and private providers, private partnership-funded preschools, Family-Child Interaction Learning (FCIL) programs, Hawaiian language immersion preschools, public and charter pre-K, Head Start and Early Head Start, Department of Education Special Education Pre-K, Migrant Education Pre-K, and Title I Pre-K. It links provider searches and the Head Start locator.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Open to any Hawaiʻi family with young children; each program has its own eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Start

    California Department of Developmental Services (DDS)

    California's early intervention program for infants and toddlers (birth to age 3) with developmental delays or at risk of a developmental disability, and their families. Services are statewide and family-centered, coordinated through regional centers and family resource centers.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For children from birth to 3 years old with, or at risk for, developmental delays or disabilities. Parents have specific rights under the program. Eligibility is determined through the regional center. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Start Family Resource Centers

    Family Resource Centers Network of California (FRCNCA)

    A statewide coalition of Early Start Family Resource Centers. These local centers give families of infants and toddlers with disabilities parent-to-parent support, trainings, resources, referrals, and help with the transition when a child turns three; most staff are parents of children with disabilities.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For families with a child from birth to three with a disability; many centers also serve families of older children, youth, and adults with disabilities. Use the map on the page to find a center near you. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Start Family Resource Network and Family Empowerment Center

    Family Resource Network

    Parent-to-parent support across Riverside and San Bernardino counties for families of children who are at risk for or have delays or disabilities. Services include education, resources, training, and help navigating systems and linking to local services.

    Where
    Riverside County and San Bernardino County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Family Empowerment Centers serve families of children and young adults with disabilities ages 3 to 22. It is also the Early Start Family Resource Center (birth to 3) and runs a Community Navigator Program for the same counties, per the page. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Early Steps (early intervention, birth to 36 months)

    Florida Department of Health, Early Steps Program

    Early Steps provides early intervention services at no cost to families for infants and toddlers from birth to 36 months with developmental delays, disabilities, or at-risk conditions. Services happen where the child lives, learns, and plays, and families work with a service coordinator. Call or email to be connected with a local Early Steps office.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For children from birth to 36 months with developmental delays, disabilities, or at-risk conditions. Email: floridaearlysteps@flhealth.gov. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • EarlySteps early intervention for infants and toddlers (Louisiana)

    Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), Office of Intellectual & Developmental Disability Supports (OIDD), EarlySteps

    EarlySteps serves families with infants and toddlers from birth to age 3 who have a medical condition likely to cause a developmental delay, or who have developmental delays in areas such as thinking, movement, vision, hearing, communication, social-emotional or self-help skills. Services aim to help families support their child's development and take place in natural settings such as the home or child care. Anyone can make a referral by contacting the System Point of Entry (SPOE) for the family's region; the SPOE then contacts the family to start the eligibility process.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Children from birth to 3 (35 months) in Louisiana with a qualifying condition or developmental delay. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

    Internal Revenue Service

    A federal tax credit that helps low- to moderate-income workers and families reduce taxes owed and possibly increase their refund. The IRS site has a qualification checker and links to free tax preparation help.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For workers with low to moderate income; the amount can depend on children or dependents and other factors. The IRS notes refunds for EITC claims are held until mid-February. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Emergency and Transitional Housing (DSS)

    Delaware Division of Social Services (DHSS)

    Through a state-funded program, DSS contracts with private nonprofit community partners to provide emergency shelter and/or transitional housing (motel vouchers) for people who are unhoused. To find a shelter, call 211 or text your ZIP code to 898-211, or call Housing Alliance Delaware Centralized Intake. Code Purple winter shelter information is at delaware211.org.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    211
    Who it's for

    Motel vouchers are often tied to TANF, General Assistance, Medicaid, or SSI, or used after domestic violence or a fire. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Emergency Assistance (EA) Family Shelter, Massachusetts

    Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, Division of Housing Stabilization

    Emergency Assistance Family Shelter offers temporary shelter to eligible Massachusetts families with children under twenty-one and to pregnant people while they look for their next home. Families must meet income, residency and immigration-status rules and have a qualifying reason, such as a no-fault fire, flood or disaster, or a substantial health and safety risk to the children. Apply online through the Housing Help Hub or call the Emergency Family Shelter Contact Line on weekdays. Eligibility flyers come in several languages.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Pregnant people and families with a child under twenty-one in Massachusetts who meet EA income, residency, immigration and need rules. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Emergency financial assistance for rent, mortgage and utilities (LFUCG Community & Resident Services)

    Community & Resident Services, Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG)

    LFUCG Community & Resident Services can help Fayette County residents pay rent, mortgage or utility bills to prevent eviction or a utility shut-off at their current home, if funds are available. Before calling, check the screening questions: how long you have lived in Fayette County, whether you have had help in recent years, and whether you have a disconnect notice, an eviction notice or a bill that is past due. Call to schedule an appointment, and bring ID for every adult, Social Security cards for everyone, proof of household income and residency, the notice or past-due bill, and your lease if you need rent help.

    Where
    Fayette County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Fayette County residents facing eviction or utility disconnection who meet the residency and prior-assistance rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Empowering Fathers

    California Department of Child Support Services

    California Child Support Services' page for dads. It links to the California Fatherhood Council and local fatherhood organizations, describes the NextGen employment and training program for parents paying child support, and points to family law facilitators.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    NextGen is for parents paying child support and, per the page, is currently offered only in Sacramento, Stanislaus, and Los Angeles counties. Local organizations listed set their own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Child SupportFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Encircle Families

    Encircle Families

    Encircle Families helps parents and caregivers of children with disabilities and special health care needs, at no cost to families. It offers one-on-one Parent-to-Parent Support matches with trained Parent Leaders, help navigating special education and IEPs, workshops, NICU parent support, and parent leadership training.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For families and caregivers of children and people with disabilities or complex health care needs in Arizona. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) - Community Action Partnership (CAP)

    Community Action Partnership (CAP)

    Community Action Partnership (CAP) (124 New 6th Street, Lewiston) is the Community Action Agency DHW lists for LIHEAP heating assistance in its counties. It takes LIHEAP applications for seasonal heating help (one payment per program year) and crisis help when a household faces disconnection, has a past-due bill, or is low on bulk fuel.

    Where
    Serves 10 counties in Idaho
    All 10 counties

    Benewah County, Bonner County, Boundary County, Clearwater County, Idaho County, Kootenai County, Latah County, Lewis County, Nez Perce County and Shoshone County

    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households in the listed counties that meet LIHEAP rules (see id-liheap). See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) - Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership (EICAP)

    Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership (EICAP)

    Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership (EICAP) (935 E Lincoln Rd., Idaho Falls) is the Community Action Agency DHW lists for LIHEAP heating assistance in its counties. It takes LIHEAP applications for seasonal heating help (one payment per program year) and crisis help when a household faces disconnection, has a past-due bill, or is low on bulk fuel.

    Where
    Serves 10 counties in Idaho
    All 10 counties

    Bingham County, Bonneville County, Butte County, Clark County, Custer County, Fremont County, Jefferson County, Lemhi County, Madison County and Teton County

    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households in the listed counties that meet LIHEAP rules (see id-liheap). See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) - El-Ada Community Action Partnership

    El-Ada Community Action Partnership

    El-Ada Community Action Partnership (701 E 44th Street #1, Garden City) is the Community Action Agency DHW lists for LIHEAP heating assistance in its counties. It takes LIHEAP applications for seasonal heating help (one payment per program year) and crisis help when a household faces disconnection, has a past-due bill, or is low on bulk fuel.

    Where
    Ada County, Elmore County and Owyhee County, Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households in the listed counties that meet LIHEAP rules (see id-liheap). See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) - South Central Community Action Partnership (SCCAP)

    South Central Community Action Partnership (SCCAP)

    South Central Community Action Partnership (SCCAP) (550 Washington Street South, Twin Falls) is the Community Action Agency DHW lists for LIHEAP heating assistance in its counties. It takes LIHEAP applications for seasonal heating help (one payment per program year) and crisis help when a household faces disconnection, has a past-due bill, or is low on bulk fuel.

    Where
    Blaine County, Camas County, Cassia County, Gooding County, Jerome County, Twin Falls County, Lincoln County and Minidoka County, Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households in the listed counties that meet LIHEAP rules (see id-liheap). See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) - SouthEastern Idaho Community Action Agency (SEICAA)

    SouthEastern Idaho Community Action Agency (SEICAA)

    SouthEastern Idaho Community Action Agency (SEICAA) (641 N 8th Ave., Pocatello) is the Community Action Agency DHW lists for LIHEAP heating assistance in its counties. It takes LIHEAP applications for seasonal heating help (one payment per program year) and crisis help when a household faces disconnection, has a past-due bill, or is low on bulk fuel.

    Where
    Bannock County, Bear Lake County, Bingham County, Caribou County, Franklin County, Oneida County and Power County, Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households in the listed counties that meet LIHEAP rules (see id-liheap). See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) - Western Idaho Community Action Partnership (WICAP)

    Western Idaho Community Action Partnership (WICAP)

    Western Idaho Community Action Partnership (WICAP) (315 S Main Street, Payette) is the Community Action Agency DHW lists for LIHEAP heating assistance in its counties. It takes LIHEAP applications for seasonal heating help (one payment per program year) and crisis help when a household faces disconnection, has a past-due bill, or is low on bulk fuel.

    Where
    Adams County, Boise County, Canyon County, Gem County, Payette County, Valley County and Washington County, Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households in the listed counties that meet LIHEAP rules (see id-liheap). See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Energy Assistance Program (EAP): help with heating bills

    Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA)

    EAP gives a one-time yearly benefit, paid to your utility, to help with home heating costs, and can help when you face disconnection. Program Year 2027 runs from October 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027. Apply online through LITT, by mail, or in person through your county's Local Service Provider (LSP). If you can't reach your LSP, email eap@ihcda.in.gov.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits apply, based on the most recent three months of income; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Emergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Energy assistance: MEAP, EUSP and arrearage help (DHS Office of Home Energy Programs)

    Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP)

    The Office of Home Energy Programs helps low-income Maryland households with energy bills, helps prevent shutoffs and helps restore service. Programs include the Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP) for heating, the Electric Universal Service Program (EUSP) for electric bills, arrearage grants for large past-due electric and gas bills, and the Utility Service Protection Program. Households can also be referred to the Department of Housing and Community Development for no-cost home energy upgrades. Apply online through MarylandBenefits, at a local energy assistance office, or with a paper application. The program year runs July through June, and getting energy assistance does not reduce other benefits such as TCA, SNAP or Social Security.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Low-income Maryland households that meet household income guidelines. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Entry Point: homeless help for suburban Cook County

    Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County

    Entry Point is the coordinated entry system for suburban Cook County. If you are homeless or will be within 48 hours, call the Entry Point Call Center for a referral to a shelter diversion provider, or contact an In Person Access Point in your region. Due to limited availability, shelter isn't guaranteed. Flyers are available in English, Spanish, Polish and Arabic. If you are fleeing domestic violence, contact a DV provider in your region or call or text the Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline.

    Where
    Cook County, outside the City of Chicago, Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People in suburban Cook County who are homeless or will be within 48 hours. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Every Arkansan Dads

    Every Arkansan

    Every Arkansan Dads is a free fatherhood program: 12 two-hour sessions on parenting (24/7 Dad), healthy relationships and co-parenting, and financial literacy (FDIC Money Smart). Each dad gets a case manager who connects him to jobs, housing referrals, legal help such as child support mediation and parenting plan guidance, and counseling. Alumni can keep mentoring, peer groups, and case management afterward.

    Where
    Pulaski County, Jefferson County, Sebastian County and White County, Arkansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For any father or father figure 18 or older with at least one child 24 or younger, including custodial and noncustodial dads, stepfathers, and other male caregivers. You don't need a job or a certain income, and taking part is voluntary. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Exceptional Family Resource Center

    Exceptional Family Resource Center

    Services and supports for families of children and young adults with disabilities, including one-on-one service navigation, IEP coaching and mentoring, mediation and IEP facilitation, peer parent mentoring, and workshops on education, regional center, and other services.

    Where
    San Diego County and Imperial County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Family Empowerment Centers serve families of children and young adults with disabilities ages 3 to 22. It also serves as an Early Start Family Resource Center (ages 0 to 3) and runs a Community Navigator Program for regional center clients, per the page. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Exceptional Parents Unlimited (EPU)

    Exceptional Parents Unlimited

    Has supported parents and families of children with disabilities since 1976 and serves 12 California counties. It offers in-person, virtual, and group services.

    Where
    Fresno County, Kings County, Madera County and Mariposa County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Family Empowerment Centers serve families of children and young adults with disabilities ages 3 to 22. EPU's FEC area is Fresno, Kings, Madera, and Mariposa counties. It is also a Parent Training and Information Center and a Family Resource Center, per the page. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Faith House domestic violence crisis center and shelter (Acadiana and Central Louisiana)

    Faith House, Inc.

    Faith House is a domestic violence crisis center and shelter based in Lafayette. It provides shelter, safety, empowerment and advocacy to survivors of domestic violence, including emergency shelter, crisis intervention, outreach services and Family Justice Centers in Acadiana and Central Louisiana. Its 24-hour crisis line serves all seven parishes, and each parish has a local outreach office.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Lafayette Parish, Vermilion Parish, Acadia Parish, St. Landry Parish, Evangeline Parish, Rapides Parish and Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Survivors of domestic violence and their children in the seven parishes served. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Families Helping Families Community Resource Specialists (Louisiana)

    Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), Families Helping Families

    Families Helping Families Community Resource Specialists help families of children with special health care needs find resources. They can help you get services, navigate referrals to support services and connect with other parents. Contact the Families Helping Families organization for your region and ask for a Community Resource Specialist; LDH lists a phone number for each region.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families of children with special health care needs in Louisiana. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Families in Transition divorce education (Jefferson Family Court)

    Jefferson Family Court (Kentucky Court of Justice)

    Jefferson Family Court requires divorcing parents to complete Families in Transition divorce education. Classes are one-time, one-day sessions held at community sites in Louisville, with parent-and-child groups for children 6 and older and parent-only groups. Register within 30 days of filing or service of the divorce petition, by email (preferred) or phone. Late arrivals are not admitted, and the court is told about missed or changed classes. Parents with a domestic violence petition against each other cannot attend the same session.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Divorcing parents with a case in Jefferson Family Court. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Families Together (Kansas Parent Training and Information Center)

    Families Together, Inc.

    Families Together is Kansas's federally designated Parent Training and Information Center and Family-to-Family Health Information Center. It helps families of children and youth with disabilities or special health care needs understand special education and their rights, work with schools on IEPs, navigate early intervention and health care, and plan for life after high school. Its Parent-to-Parent program matches you with a trained support parent who has faced similar challenges. Workshops and one-on-one help are offered statewide, with a Spanish-language line.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Kansas families of children and youth (birth to 26) with disabilities, special health care needs, or learning, behavioral, physical, emotional or health challenges. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Assistance Program (TANF)

    Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR), Family Assistance Division

    Alabama's TANF-funded Family Assistance program provides temporary cash assistance for basic needs to low-income families with children, issued on EBT cards. The JOBS Program provides work and training services to parents receiving cash assistance.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For low-income families with children under 18, or 19 if the child is a full-time secondary or equivalent vocational/technical student. DHR decides eligibility; the page links the full eligibility requirements and application (English and Spanish).

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Court Custody Information and Forms

    Delaware Family Court

    The Family Court custody page explains how to file for custody (Petition for Custody, form #345). Parents start out as joint natural custodians of their children. Both parents are ordered to take a Parenting Education Class, and most cases are referred to mediation unless there's domestic violence or a no-contact order. The page links to the Listing of Parent Education Classes and PEP FAQs.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For parents and others seeking custody of a child in Delaware. Court staff can't give legal advice. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Court Forms for Oʻahu (First Circuit)

    Hawaiʻi State Judiciary, Family Court of the First Circuit

    The Judiciary posts Oʻahu Family Court forms with instructions, including uncontested divorce checklists (with and without children), proposed parenting plans, custody/visitation statements, child support guidelines, ex parte custody motions, court record requests, and the child custody evaluators registry. A temporary cover sheet is provided for e-filing while the First Circuit revises its 100+ forms.

    Where
    City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Forms are for First Circuit (Oʻahu) Family Court; other circuits have their own form pages. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Court Services - Sixth Judicial District (Focus on Children workshop)

    Idaho Courts, Sixth Judicial District Family Court Services

    Sixth District Family Court Services helps resolve cases involving children and families in less adversarial ways. Services include the Focus on Children workshop, child custody mediation, brief focused assessments, parenting time evaluations, parenting coordination, parenting plan help, supervised visits and exchanges, co-parent education resources, and domestic violence court services. It offers approved funding to eligible parties. Office: 624 E Center Room 106, Pocatello.

    Where
    Bannock County, Bear Lake County, Caribou County, Franklin County, Oneida County and Power County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families with cases in Sixth District courts. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Court Services: child custody mediation

    Judicial Branch of California (California Courts)

    Every California court has a family court services office where trained mediators, who are mental health professionals, help parents create a parenting plan when custody or visitation is contested. The self-help guide explains orientation, what mediation covers, and what happens if you do or don't reach agreement.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    When custody or visitation is contested, California law requires parents to attend mediation before seeing the judge. The Judicial Council says court mediators meet with families at no cost; private mediators are paid by the parents. Separate sessions are available in cases involving domestic violence. Procedures vary by county. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Crisis Center (domestic violence help)

    Family Crisis Center

    Family Crisis Center (Rexburg) is listed by the Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance as a shelter and victim service program. The Council says each agency offers different services, so contact them directly to learn how they can help.

    Where
    Madison County, Fremont County, Jefferson County and Clark County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. In an emergency, call 911. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Development and Self-Sufficiency (FaDSS) home visiting

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS)

    FaDSS is a voluntary program in all 99 Iowa counties. Family development specialists make structured home visits to help families meet basic needs such as housing, food and safety, build skills for work, school and life, set goals, and connect with education, training and community supports.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Participation is voluntary; HHS contracts with local agencies to provide it. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Division of the Maine District Court: how a family case works

    State of Maine Judicial Branch

    The Family Division of the Maine District Court handles divorce, parental rights and responsibilities, child support and other family cases. The Judicial Branch explains each step: filing, paying the filing fee or asking for a fee waiver, buying a summons from the clerk, and serving the other party. In cases with children, a family law magistrate usually holds a case management conference, and mediation is required in most cases with children; cases without children go to a pre-trial conference with a judge. Contact the clerk's office for the court handling your case.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone with a family matter in a Maine District Court. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Focus Resource and Empowerment Center

    Family Focus Resource and Empowerment Center (CSUN)

    Offers monthly IEP training in English and Spanish, a free IEP guide, transition-to-preschool workshops with local school districts, and yearly All Abilities Resource Fairs in Northridge and Lancaster.

    Where
    Los Angeles County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Family Empowerment Centers serve families of children and young adults with disabilities ages 3 to 22. Its FEC area is Los Angeles Catchment Area A (Antelope Valley, Santa Clarita Valley, Las Virgenes, and other districts listed on the page, plus part of LAUSD). It is also an Early Start Resource Center and runs a Community Navigator Program for Regional Center clients ages 3 and up. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Independence Temporary Assistance Program (FITAP) cash assistance (Louisiana)

    Louisiana Department of Health, Office of Economic Stability, Division of Family Support

    FITAP is Louisiana's TANF cash assistance program for needy families with children. Apply through the same LDH Family Support channels used for SNAP: the CAFÉ portal, 888-LAHelp-U, or a paper application. Some work-eligible families must take part in the Strategies to Empower People (STEP) program, which offers job training, employment and supportive services. Benefits are paid on an EBT card.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    The family must live in Louisiana, be financially needy, and include a child under 18 (or 18 and in full-time secondary school) living with a parent or another qualified relative. Household members must be U.S. citizens or qualified aliens with Social Security numbers. The family must cooperate with Child Support Enforcement. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Investment Program (FIP) cash assistance

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS)

    FIP is Iowa's TANF program. It gives temporary cash assistance to one-parent and two-parent families, and to relatives caring for children whose parents aren't in the home, to help them become self-supporting. To get FIP you work with PROMISE JOBS, a work and training program, to make a Family Investment Agreement; PROMISE JOBS can talk with you about help with child care and transportation. Apply online, at a local HHS office or with a paper application.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Families with children who meet income and other rules. Federal law limits FIP to 60 months in total; hardship exemptions are possible, for example for health problems, substance use problems or domestic violence. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Involvement Center Father Program

    Family Involvement Center

    The Family Involvement Center's Father Program offers fathers, guardians, and expecting fathers the 13-week evidence-based Nurturing Fathers course plus dad-to-dad peer mentoring on conflict resolution, child behavior, co-parenting, and coping with stress. It also connects fathers to resources, including counseling, for dependency or family court.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For current fathers, guardians, and expecting fathers of any age, background, or history. Groups meet at 5333 N. 7th St., Suite A100, Phoenix, and virtually. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Law Education Class (by Zoom)

    Alaska Court System

    A free Zoom class from the Alaska Court System for people representing themselves in a divorce or custody case. It covers court procedure, motions, property division, parenting plans, child support, hearings and trials, final papers, and ways to settle without a trial. It also shows the Listen 2 Kids video, which meets the parent education requirement in Anchorage and some other locations.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people representing themselves in an Alaska divorce or custody case. Check with the local court whether Listen 2 Kids meets your location's parent education requirement. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family law self-help centers at Maryland circuit courts

    Maryland Judiciary

    Most Maryland circuit courts have family law help centers where you can get free legal help from lawyers, paralegals or court staff. They help with custody, child support, visitation, divorce, name change, domestic violence and paternity cases, and some help with adoption and guardianship. Staff can explain the process, answer questions and help with forms, but cannot represent you or file papers for you. Many centers now work by appointment, so contact the center before you go. The statewide Maryland Court Help Center also gives free help by phone and live chat.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    People without a lawyer in a Maryland family law case. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center

    Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center (FMPTIC)

    Family Matters is the only federally funded Parent Training and Information Center for Illinois. It helps families of students with disabilities understand their rights under IDEA and take part in the special education process, with one-on-one support, workshops and webinars, IEP reviews and guidance, and resources. As of October 1, 2025, it serves the entire state of Illinois.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents and caregivers of children and students with disabilities in Illinois. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Mobile Crisis Helpline (youth 20 and under)

    Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)

    The Family Mobile Crisis Helpline helps with a mental health or behavioral crisis for any Kansan 20 or younger. Call, text or chat 24/7 to reach a licensed clinician, who can help over the phone, refer you to community resources or stabilization services, or send a local mobile crisis team to meet you in person. A parent, caregiver or the young person can call. It is run by DCF with KDADS, Carelon Behavioral Health, the three KanCare plans and a statewide network of mobile crisis providers.

    Not for emergencies. In an emergency, call 911.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Kansas children and young people 20 and under and their families. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Network on Disabilities (Florida PTI)

    Family Network on Disabilities of Florida, Inc.

    Family Network on Disabilities has been Florida's Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) for over 35 years. It helps families of children with disabilities with resources, training, and support, offered free of charge, plus workshops for parents, self-advocates, youth, and professionals. It also runs an online support group for parents and caregivers. The office is at 311 South Missouri Ave, Clearwater.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For families of children with disabilities in Florida. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Resource Navigators

    Family Resource Navigators

    One-on-one help and family navigation to school services and community resources for Alameda County families of children with disabilities. Staff speak more than 12 languages, and the center hosts workshops, parent cafes, and support groups.

    Where
    Alameda County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Family Empowerment Centers serve families of children and young adults with disabilities ages 3 to 22. It also runs Early Start (0-2), Help Me Grow (0-5), a Community Navigator program for Regional Center of the East Bay clients, and CalFresh application help, per the page. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Support Program (FSP) for youth with severe emotional disturbance

    Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS)

    The Family Support Program gives youth with a severe emotional disturbance access to intensive mental health services, so they can stay with their families and use community services rather than out-of-home care. Enrolled youth can receive all community-based behavioral health services, plus individual support, therapeutic support and residential treatment services. Families can apply with help from their Care Coordination and Support Organization (CCSO), online through eQSuite, by fax to (800) 418-4039, or by mail to Acentra Health. Applications are available in English and Spanish.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Youth under 18 when the application is submitted, living in Illinois, not in government custody or guardianship, with a severe emotional disturbance whose needs aren't being met by traditional outpatient services. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Family Violence Project (Kennebec and Somerset Counties)

    Family Violence Project

    Family Violence Project offers free, confidential support to people affected by domestic abuse in Kennebec and Somerset Counties. Services include a 24/7 helpline, emergency shelter, safety planning, legal advocacy, support groups and prevention education.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Kennebec County and Somerset County, Maine
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    People affected by domestic abuse in Kennebec and Somerset Counties. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Father First / Responsible Fatherhood Initiative

    Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), with Family First

    Florida's Responsible Fatherhood Initiative, led by DCF, includes educational programs, mentorship, and one-on-one support for responsible, involved fatherhood. Grants fund help with employment, child support obligations, child development, and parenting skills, plus evidence-based education for fathers and mentoring for at-risk male students. Father First is the statewide network of organizations providing these resources to dads and students, with tips and local dad gatherings.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For fathers and father figures in Florida. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Father Matters

    Father Matters

    A nonprofit serving Phoenix families, founded in 1997, focused on fathers that also serves mothers, caregivers, and whole families. It offers parenting classes such as Men at Work, father-to-father mentoring, co-parenting help, supervised visits, family-court education and family-law legal assistance, job search and reentry mentoring, a food pantry, and community events.

    Where
    Maricopa County, Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Phoenix-area fathers, mothers, and caregivers. You don't need to know which program you need; call and staff will help. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Fatherhood

    First 5 California

    First 5 California's page for dads of young children, with tips on being emotionally present, such as validating feelings, listening, and showing love through play. It points dads to their local county First 5 commission to meet other dads, get tips, or get co-parenting advice.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For California dads. The page says every county has a local First 5 commission (58 in all) that can connect families with local resources. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Fatherhood Initiative (Family Support Hawaiʻi)

    Family Support Hawaiʻi (formerly Family Support Services of West Hawaiʻi)

    The Fatherhood Initiative supports men in their role as fathers. It teaches child development and effective parenting, helps reduce family stress, encourages a loving parent relationship, and builds a support network of fathers. Topics include caring for your baby, helping your baby learn, setting limits and positive parenting, and strengthening the father-mother relationship. Male family support staff and mentors can visit fathers at home, in the community, or at work, and the program runs fatherhood support groups, social activities, and parenting classes just for fathers.

    Where
    Hawaiʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Fathers in West Hawaiʻi; the office is at 75-127 Lunapule Rd. Ste. 11, Kailua-Kona. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Fatherhood Initiative (Lexington Leadership Foundation)

    Lexington Leadership Foundation

    Lexington Leadership Foundation's Fatherhood Initiative has worked with fathers in Lexington since 2011, including in jails, prisons, recovery centers and local congregations. Programs include a seven-week fatherhood course on key roles and best practices, one-on-one mentoring, monthly support meetings with practical parenting education, War Room small-group discussions, and 2nd Chance Academy, which prepares dads in jail for fatherhood after release in partnership with Jubilee Jobs and LFUCG. The program's page quotes scripture.

    Where
    City of Lexington only, Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Fathers in Lexington. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Fatherhood Program of Routt County

    Routt County Department of Human Services

    The Fatherhood Program of Routt County gives area dads education, support, and community. Services include one-on-one support, parenting and relationship education, networking events, help with custody and divorce challenges, father-child bonding events, advocacy for fathers, and referrals.

    Where
    Routt County, Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For dads in the Routt County area; contact the program to take part. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Fatherhood Programs

    Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention (Children's Trust Fund of Alabama)

    The Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention funds fatherhood programs across the state with TANF dollars from DHR. The programs serve families, including mothers, and track child support payments, job placements, and food assistance enrollment. A Strengthening Families through Fathers pilot offers free education and employment services to parents involved in SNAP, child care subsidy, or child support cases.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Local funded programs set their own eligibility. The Strengthening Families through Fathers pilot is for fathers and mothers involved in SNAP, the child care subsidy program, or child support cases in three regions of the state.

    Family CounselingChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Fatherhood Programs (Northeast Florida Healthy Start Coalition)

    Northeast Florida Healthy Start Coalition

    Free programs for fathers and father figures: Fatherhood P.R.I.D.E. in Duval County (early childhood courses, safe sleep, parenting and co-parenting, conflict resolution, financial literacy, workforce development, case management), and TEAM Dad across the region (case management, peer support groups, employment help, job and trade training, financial coaching, co-parenting education). Also offered: an 8-10 session course for dads of children 3 and up, and Boot Camp for New Dads.

    Where
    Baker County, Clay County, Duval County, Nassau County and St. Johns County, Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For fathers, grandfathers, father figures, and soon-to-be dads who live in Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, or St. Johns County. Some programs require the mother or child to be enrolled in Healthy Start. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingChild SupportInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Fathers and Families Forward

    Alabama Parent Education Center (APEC)

    In partnership with Elmore County DHR and the Elmore County District Circuit Court Child Support Division, this program helps Elmore County parents connect with their children legally, emotionally, and financially. Services include individual development plans, fathers' classes such as 24/7 Dad, and resource and employment skill sessions.

    Where
    Elmore County, Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For parents, especially dads, in Elmore County. Contact APEC to confirm eligibility.

    Family CounselingChild SupportCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Fathers On a Mission (F.O.A.M.) fatherhood programs (Baton Rouge)

    Fathers On a Mission (F.O.A.M.)

    F.O.A.M. helps Baton Rouge dads and father figures through weekly curriculum-based fatherhood classes, monthly workshops, mentoring, father-and-child bonding events, fatherhood support and counseling, and wrap-around social services for mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. It also helps fathers build financial stability.

    Where
    City of Baton Rouge only, Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Fathers and father figures in Baton Rouge. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Federation for Children with Special Needs (Massachusetts Parent Training and Information Center)

    Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN)

    The Federation for Children with Special Needs helps parents of children with disabilities. Its Information Center is a free service for parents, youth and professionals with questions about special education, such as eligibility, evaluations, IEPs, progress, parents' rights and resolving differences with the school, staffed on weekday hours. Parent Training and Information Center workshops, including a basic rights series, are open to the public and free. Most staff are parents or family members of children with disabilities. Help is offered in several languages.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Parents and families of children with disabilities, youth, and professionals in Massachusetts.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Find a Head Start or Early Head Start program in Maryland (Maryland Head Start Association)

    Maryland Head Start Association (MHSA)

    The Maryland Head Start Association keeps a directory of Head Start, Early Head Start and Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership programs across Maryland, with each program's contact details. Contact the program serving your area to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Young children and families; each program sets its own enrollment rules. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Find a Head Start program (Kentucky Head Start Association)

    Kentucky Head Start Association (KHSA)

    The Kentucky Head Start Association's Find a Head Start page lets families pick their county to find the nearest Head Start or Early Head Start program. You can also contact the association by phone or through its contact form.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Eligibility is set by each local Head Start program. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Find Child Care

    Pathways LA

    Pathways LA's Resource and Referral staff give free referrals to licensed child care providers in Metro Los Angeles and explain the different types of care. Families can get instant online referrals, submit a request, visit the office, or call.

    Where
    Los Angeles County, California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For families looking for child care. The homepage https://pathwaysla.org/ describes Pathways LA as the Resource and Referral agency for Metro Los Angeles. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Find Child Care (Local Resource & Referral Agencies)

    California Child Care Resource & Referral Network

    The statewide membership organization of California's state-funded child care resource and referral (R&R) agencies. Its Find Child Care page lets families enter a ZIP code to find their local R&R, where a child care specialist helps find care and build a child care plan, and links to a member directory of all local R&Rs.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For California families looking for child care. Help paying for care depends on separate subsidy programs and their rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Find Shelter

    U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

    HUD's tool for finding housing, shelter, health care, and clothing resources by location. It also links to help paying rent, applying for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), talking to a housing counselor, and reporting housing discrimination.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone searching. Each local program found through the tool has its own eligibility rules. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Find Your Parent Center (Parent Training and Information Centers)

    Center for Parent Information and Resources

    A finder for the nearly 100 Parent Training and Information Centers (PTIs) and Community Parent Resource Centers (CPRCs) in the US and territories. These centers work with families of infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities, birth to 26, and help parents take part in their children's education and development.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For families of children and youth with disabilities, birth to 26. Each Parent Center sets its own services. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • FindTreatment.gov

    Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

    A confidential, anonymous search tool for finding mental health and substance use treatment facilities in the United States, with guides on treatment options and paying for treatment.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Free to search. Each facility sets its own intake rules and costs. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • First Connections (Arkansas Early Intervention)

    Arkansas Department of Education, Office of Special Education

    First Connections is Arkansas's statewide early intervention program (IDEA Part C) for children from birth to their 3rd birthday with a developmental delay or disability. Early interventionists work with families at home or in everyday places like childcare, parks, and libraries, building a plan that helps the child take part in daily life and gives adults tools to support learning.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For children from birth to 36 months with a diagnosed condition or a delay. Anyone, including parents, grandparents, and family friends, can make a referral, and no diagnosis is needed, only a suspected delay. The developmental evaluation and assessment are at no out-of-pocket cost to the family. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • First Steps early intervention (birth to 3)

    Indiana FSSA, Bureau of Child Development Services (BCDS)

    First Steps is Indiana's early intervention program for children from birth to age 3 who would benefit from extra support to meet developmental milestones. It helps families support their child's learning through everyday activities. Anyone, including a parent or doctor, can refer a child. Local offices are organized by county clusters.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Children birth to 3 with developmental delays or disabilities, or who would benefit from extra support. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Florida Abuse Hotline

    Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)

    The Florida Abuse Hotline takes reports 24/7 of known or suspected child abuse, neglect, or abandonment, and of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult. Reports can also be made online. Florida law requires anyone who suspects a child has been abused to report it.

    Not for emergencies. If you suspect or know of a child or a vulnerable adult in immediate danger, call 911.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone can report. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Florida Child Support Program (Department of Revenue)

    Florida Department of Revenue, Child Support Program

    The Department of Revenue Child Support Program helps parents and caregivers locate parents, establish paternity (including genetic testing), set up and change support orders (including medical support), process payments through the State Disbursement Unit, and enforce orders. Sign up online, and manage your case 24/7 through Child Support eServices. Chat and email are also available.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents or caregivers may sign up for services. Hours are 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. ET, Mon-Fri, for all counties except Miami-Dade, which uses 1-305-530-2600 (8 a.m.-5 p.m. ET). See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Florida Courts Family Law Self-Help Information

    Florida State Courts

    The Florida State Courts self-help pages are for people handling their own family law cases. They link to the family law forms, DIY Florida online interviews that help create court documents, lists of self-help programs and legal aid programs around Florida, interpersonal violence information, and a way to find an attorney for a low-cost consultation.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people. The information isn't legal advice; contact an attorney with specific questions. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Florida Domestic Violence Hotline

    Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)

    DCF runs a trilingual statewide domestic violence hotline, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Advocates give support, safety planning, information, and referrals to a local certified domestic violence center for immediate services. The DCF site also lists certified domestic violence centers by county and certified Batterers' Intervention Programs.

    Not for emergencies. WARNING: Your abuser may monitor your internet use and may be able to view your computer activity. If you have reason to believe that your computer is not secure, you may wish to use a computer in another location to which your abuser does not have access.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For anyone experiencing or affected by domestic violence. TDD 1-800-621-4202; TTY 711 or 1-800-955-8771. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily CounselingHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Florida Healthy Start

    Florida Association of Healthy Start Coalitions

    Healthy Start provides programs and services for families who are pregnant or have a child up to age 3: home visiting, pregnancy support, doula services, and help connecting to health care. Local coalitions deliver services, and TEAM Dad engages fathers. Find your local Healthy Start Coalition on the coalition map.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Serves both Medicaid and non-Medicaid families. The page says the only requirement is a desire to build a happy, healthy family. See the official site for current rules.

    Infant CareFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Florida KidCare

    Florida KidCare

    Florida KidCare is income-based health and dental insurance for children. It covers doctor visits, dental care, emergency care, hospital stays, immunizations, vision and hearing screenings, mental health services, and more. Enrollment is open year-round, and the application is free: apply online through the Florida KidCare Parent Portal or call for a paper application.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Costs depend on a child's age, household size, and adjusted gross annual income. Many families pay $15 or $20 a month for all qualifying children; with CHIP the government pays part of the premium, and options are available at all income levels. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Florida Law Help

    Florida's civil legal aid community

    Florida Law Help has plain-language legal guides (custody and parenting plans, child support, divorce, domestic violence, guardianship, evictions, foreclosure, food and cash benefits, Social Security, and more). It also has a statewide Find a Provider directory and an Apply for Help page. Florida Online Intake there lets you apply to Bay Area Legal Services, Community Legal Services, Coast to Coast Legal Services, Florida Rural Legal Services, Legal Services of Greater Miami, Legal Services of North Florida, and Three Rivers Legal Services.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For anyone in Florida with a civil legal problem. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeDivorceChild SupportHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Florida Medicaid (family-related)

    Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) / Agency for Health Care Administration

    Medicaid gives medical coverage to low-income individuals and families. DCF decides eligibility (the Social Security Administration does for SSI recipients), and the Agency for Health Care Administration runs the program. Coverage groups include parents and caretaker relatives, children, pregnant women (covered through pregnancy and 12 months postpartum), and former foster youth under 26. Children on Medicaid can use the Child Health Check-up program. Apply through MyACCESS or a DCF Family Resource Center.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits depend on the group. People who receive TCA are eligible. Parents can apply for children under 21 living with them. Families who lose Medicaid because of earnings may get up to 12 more months. Women over the income limit may qualify for the Medically Needy (share of cost) program. Former foster youth under 26 who aged out on Florida Medicaid qualify with no income limit. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant CareMental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Forms

    Florida State Courts

    Free family law forms approved by the Florida Supreme Court, numbered under section 12 of the Rules of Court. They include petitions for dissolution of marriage (with or without children), simplified dissolution, financial affidavits, the Child Support Guidelines Worksheet, marital settlement agreements, a petition for support and parenting plan outside a divorce, and petitions to modify parental responsibility, parenting plans, and time-sharing. Forms have fillable fields.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Read the General Information for Self-Represented Litigants first (see the Getting Started page). Use the Application for Civil Indigent Status to see if you qualify for fee waivers. Self-help programs and court staff can help with procedure but can't give legal advice. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Florida WIC

    Florida Department of Health

    WIC supports eligible pregnant and breastfeeding women, women who were recently pregnant, infants, and children under 5 who have low or moderate income, are at nutrition risk, and live in Florida. Applications and appointments are handled through county health departments.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits apply (the WIC guidelines are revised each year); see the official page. You're income-eligible if you get Medicaid, Temporary Cash Assistance, or food assistance. A nutrition risk includes conditions like underweight, overweight, low birth weight, low hemoglobin, prematurity, or chronic disease. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Focus on Children class - Ada, Boise, Elmore, and Valley counties

    Ada County Family Court Services (Fourth Judicial District)

    Focus on Children is a court-ordered class for parents in Idaho family law cases (divorce, custody, visitation, or modification) involving children under 18. It helps parents reduce the harm of separation or divorce on children and communicate better about parenting. This online class is only for cases filed in Ada, Boise, Elmore, or Valley counties. Step 1: pay the $25 fee online, by phone, or at the courthouse. Step 2: wait for an email with the class password and instructions (allow up to 1 business day). Step 3: watch the introduction and class videos. There's a separate modification class for changes to an existing order.

    Where
    Ada County, Boise County, Elmore County and Valley County, Idaho
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Parents with cases filed in Ada, Boise, Elmore, or Valley counties. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Focus on Children class - Fifth Judicial District

    Idaho Courts, Fifth Judicial District Family Court Services

    Focus on Children is a court-ordered class for parents in Idaho family law cases (divorce, custody, visitation, or modification) involving children under 18. It helps parents reduce the harm of separation or divorce on children and communicate better about parenting. In the Fifth District, the court-ordered class is currently held online. Pay for the class at the Civil Clerk's office in the county where your case is filed, then call Family Court Services with your receipt, case number, and email to get the class materials and video link. Materials can be mailed or picked up at 260 4th Ave. North, Suite B, Twin Falls. Family Court Services also offers co-parenting guidance, supervised access, and funding help for eligible parties.

    Where
    Blaine County, Camas County, Cassia County, Gooding County, Jerome County, Lincoln County, Minidoka County and Twin Falls County, Idaho
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Parents ordered to attend in Fifth District cases. Parties ordered to pay for court-ordered services may apply for funding. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Focus on Children class - First Judicial District

    Idaho Courts, First Judicial District Family Court Services

    Focus on Children is a court-ordered class for parents in Idaho family law cases (divorce, custody, visitation, or modification) involving children under 18. It helps parents reduce the harm of separation or divorce on children and communicate better about parenting. In the First District, the class is required for parents filing in Bonner and Benewah counties, and ordered when an answer is filed in Kootenai and Shoshone counties. In-person classes: second Friday monthly, 8-10:30 am, Kootenai County Justice Building (324 W. Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene); second Tuesday monthly, 5:30-8 pm, Bonner County Courthouse. Pay the Clerk's office before the workshop. Topics include how to help children through the transition, options other than litigation (from a judge), children's reactions, and attachment and developmental issues.

    Where
    Benewah County, Bonner County, Boundary County, Kootenai County and Shoshone County, Idaho
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Parents with children under 18 in a divorce, custody, visitation, or modification case in the First District. For Benewah, Shoshone, and Boundary, call the Family Court Services Manager to schedule. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Focus on Children class - Second Judicial District

    Idaho Courts, Second Judicial District Family Court Services

    Focus on Children is a court-ordered class for parents in Idaho family law cases (divorce, custody, visitation, or modification) involving children under 18. It helps parents reduce the harm of separation or divorce on children and communicate better about parenting. In the Second District (Clearwater, Latah, Lewis, Idaho, and Nez Perce counties), the mandatory class is online only. Pay the $40 fee to the county where your case is filed, then call and leave your name, phone number, and case number, or use the online registration form.

    Where
    Clearwater County, Latah County, Lewis County, Idaho County and Nez Perce County, Idaho
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Parents ordered to attend in Second District family cases. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Focus on Children class - Seventh Judicial District

    Idaho Courts, Seventh Judicial District Family Court Services

    The Focus on Children class gives parents information and skills for healthier communication with each other and their children, and helps them understand children's developmental needs. It's court-ordered in family law cases with children under 18 throughout Idaho; it isn't a parenting class. In the Seventh District, pay at the courthouse where your case is (by phone or in person), email your receipt to D7family@idcourts.gov, choose a date from the list you receive, and you'll get a Zoom link. You can attend a different class than the other party. Only the D7 course is accepted.

    Where
    Serves 10 counties in Idaho
    All 10 counties

    Bingham County, Bonneville County, Butte County, Clark County, Custer County, Fremont County, Jefferson County, Lemhi County, Madison County and Teton County

    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Parents ordered to attend in Seventh District cases. Funding help is available by application. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Focus on Children course - Third Judicial District

    Idaho Courts, Third Judicial District Family Court Services

    Focus on Children is a court-ordered class for parents in Idaho family law cases (divorce, custody, visitation, or modification) involving children under 18. It helps parents reduce the harm of separation or divorce on children and communicate better about parenting. Third District Family Court Services runs the Focus on Children course online with a questionnaire. When you submit it, Family Court Services is notified automatically and uploads a status report to your case file within 1-3 business days. Family Court Services also offers funding help for some court-ordered services and promotes the least costly, least intrusive ways to resolve family cases.

    Where
    Adams County, Canyon County, Gem County, Owyhee County, Payette County and Washington County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents ordered to take the course in Third District cases. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Focus on Children parent education class (Cook County)

    Circuit Court of Cook County, Family Court Services

    In all Cook County divorce and parentage cases, parents must attend a parenting education program. Family Court Services' Focus on Children class teaches how separation affects children of different ages, how to help children cope, and how to co-parent peacefully. The class is four hours, in person, on certain weekday mornings and afternoons and two Saturday mornings a month, and is offered in Spanish twice a month. Each parent registers for a separate class by calling (312) 603-1540 or emailing a copy of the court order to DRD.family@cookcountyil.gov. Childcare is available on weekdays in the Children's Room.

    Where
    Cook County, Illinois
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Parents in Cook County dissolution of marriage and parentage cases. The Domestic Relations Division also allows the online Children In Between Online (CIBO) program as an alternative when the court orders it. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Food Assistance Program (SNAP)

    Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR), Food Assistance Division

    Alabama DHR's Food Assistance Division runs SNAP in Alabama, providing monthly benefits to eligible low-income households to help them buy food. Applications are available online, in print, and at all county DHR offices.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For eligible low-income households. Eligibility rules and benefit amounts are based on income and household size under USDA regulations; a simplified application (AESAP) exists for households where all members are 65 or older with no earned income. DHR decides eligibility.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Food Bank of Northern Indiana (South Bend area)

    Food Bank of Northern Indiana

    The Food Bank of Northern Indiana works with partner agencies to feed hungry neighbors. Its website has a pantry directory to help you find food near you.

    Where
    Elkhart County, Kosciusko County, LaPorte County, Marshall County, Starke County and St. Joseph County, Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Each pantry sets its own hours and rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Fulton County Superior Court Family Division: Family Law Forms

    Superior Court of Fulton County, Family Division

    The Fulton County Superior Court Family Division posts free family law form packets with instructions. They include a Parenting Plan, Child Support Addendum, Domestic Relations Financial Affidavit, divorce with or without minor children, change of custody and child support, child support modification, contempt, legitimation, income deduction orders, and a sample visitation schedule. The court strongly recommends getting legal advice; it lists the Atlanta Bar Lawyer Referral Service (404-521-0777), Atlanta Legal Aid (404-524-5811), and AVLF (404-521-0790).

    Where
    Fulton County, Georgia
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Forms are for Fulton County Superior Court cases; other courts may need different forms. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Gateway Center Coordinated Entry (City of Atlanta and Fulton County)

    Gateway Center

    Gateway Center is a coordinated access point for the City of Atlanta and Fulton County Continuums of Care. Individuals and families experiencing homelessness can get housing assessments, emergency shelter placement, and links to longer-term housing. The City of Atlanta Assessment Center (275 Pryor Street SW, Atlanta) does assessments Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-3 p.m., with in-person sign-up starting at 7 a.m. The North Fulton Assessment Center (7741 Roswell Rd NE, Atlanta; 404-612-0720) is open Mon-Fri 9-4 (walk-ins 9-noon, appointments 1-4). The South Fulton Assessment Center (5600 Stonewall Tell Rd, College Park) is at 404-612-0137.

    Where
    Fulton County, Georgia
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For individuals and families experiencing homelessness in the City of Atlanta and Fulton County. Daily assessments are limited by the number of assessors; check back at 1 p.m. for afternoon openings. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Geminus Head Start and Early Head Start (Lake and Porter counties)

    Geminus

    Geminus offers no-cost Head Start for children ages 3 to 5, with center-based (full-day and half-day) and home-based options, plus Prenatal and Early Head Start. Locations include Gary, Hammond, East Chicago, Merrillville, Crown Point, Hobart and Valparaiso. Fill out the online inquiry form or call a location to set up an intake appointment; the form is not the application.

    Where
    Lake County and Porter County, Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For qualifying families with children birth to five in Lake and Porter counties. Priority goes to children receiving SNAP, SSI or TANF, in foster care, or with housing instability. Bring the child's birth certificate, 12 months of income proof (or a benefits letter or foster care papers), state photo ID, and a physical with immunization records. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • General Assistance: emergency help from your town or city (Maine)

    Maine municipalities, with oversight by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Office for Family Independence

    General Assistance helps people meet basic needs when they do not have the income or resources to do so. It can help pay for housing (rent, mortgage, room rent or temporary housing), household and personal supplies, and medical, dental and prescription costs. Apply in person at your local municipal (town or city) office. If you qualify, help is paid as a voucher to the vendor, and the town must give you a written decision. If you cannot reach your local GA office, call the DHHS toll-free hotline.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People who do not have the income or resources to meet their own basic needs. Apply in the municipality where you live. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Generation Power CT Emergency Energy Assistance (formerly Operation Fuel)

    Generation Power CT

    Generation Power CT, formerly Operation Fuel, helps Connecticut households with emergency energy needs through fuel, utility (gas or electric), and water assistance. Energy assistance runs in three application cycles a year, and water assistance is open year-round for Aquarion Water, Connecticut Water Company, and MDC customers until funds run out.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Each program is income-based, and adults over 21 in the household must show proof of income. You can apply if you haven't received GPCT energy assistance in the past 12 months. For gas or electric help you must have made 4 payments on your utility account in the past 12 months and have a past-due balance. Energy applications are only taken December 1-15, 2026 and March 1-15, 2027. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Georgia 24-Hour Statewide Domestic Violence Hotline

    Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence (GCADV)

    GCADV's 24-hour statewide hotline connects callers with trained advocates around the clock. There are no fees and no judgments.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone in Georgia affected by domestic violence.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Georgia Crisis and Access Line (GCAL)

    Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD)

    GCAL is Georgia's 24/7/365 line for mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental disability crises. Staff give phone intervention, dispatch mobile crisis teams, find open crisis or detox beds statewide, and link people to urgent appointments. For non-emergencies, GCAL helps you reach a state-funded provider near you and can schedule appointments; you can also search providers by ZIP code at mygcal.com. GCAL is operated by Carelon for DBHDD and is Georgia's home for the 988 Lifeline.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone in Georgia. People in immediate danger are warm-transferred to local 911, and staff stay on the line until responders arrive (DBHDD Access Services page, https://dbhdd.georgia.gov/access-services). See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency AssistanceSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Georgia Division of Child Support Services (DCSS)

    Georgia Department of Human Services, Division of Child Support Services

    DCSS helps parents through seven steps: opening a case, locating the noncustodial parent, establishing paternity, getting a support order filed, setting up payments, enforcing the order, and reviewing it. It also offers access and visitation help and the DCSS On the Go app.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Open to Georgia parents and caregivers who need child support services. See the official site for current rules.

    Child SupportCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP)

    Georgia Legal Services Program, Inc.

    GLSP is a nonprofit law firm whose attorneys and paralegals give free civil legal help to Georgians in the 154 counties outside metro Atlanta. Apply online or by phone to see if you qualify. GLSP also co-runs GeorgiaLegalAid.org (see ga-georgialegalaid-org).

    Where
    Serves 154 counties in Georgia
    All 154 counties

    Appling County, Atkinson County, Bacon County, Baker County, Baldwin County, Banks County, Barrow County, Bartow County, Ben Hill County, Berrien County, Macon-Bibb County, Bleckley County, Brantley County, Brooks County, Bryan County, Bulloch County, Burke County, Butts County, Calhoun County, Camden County, Candler County, Carroll County, Catoosa County, Charlton County, Chatham County, Chattahoochee County, Chattooga County, Cherokee County, Athens-Clarke County, Clay County, Clinch County, Coffee County, Colquitt County, Columbia County, Cook County, Coweta County, Crawford County, Crisp County, Dade County, Dawson County, Decatur County, Dodge County, Dooly County, Dougherty County, Douglas County, Early County, Echols County, Effingham County, Elbert County, Emanuel County, Evans County, Fannin County, Fayette County, Floyd County, Forsyth County, Franklin County, Gilmer County, Glascock County, Glynn County, Gordon County, Grady County, Greene County, Habersham County, Hall County, Hancock County, Haralson County, Harris County, Hart County, Heard County, Henry County, Houston County, Irwin County, Jackson County, Jasper County, Jeff Davis County, Jefferson County, Jenkins County, Johnson County, Jones County, Lamar County, Lanier County, Laurens County, Lee County, Liberty County, Lincoln County, Long County, Lowndes County, Lumpkin County, McDuffie County, McIntosh County, Macon County, Madison County, Marion County, Meriwether County, Miller County, Mitchell County, Monroe County, Montgomery County, Morgan County, Murray County, Columbus-Muscogee County, Newton County, Oconee County, Oglethorpe County, Paulding County, Peach County, Pickens County, Pierce County, Pike County, Polk County, Pulaski County, Putnam County, Quitman County, Rabun County, Randolph County, Augusta-Richmond County, Rockdale County, Schley County, Screven County, Seminole County, Spalding County, Stephens County, Stewart County, Sumter County, Talbot County, Taliaferro County, Tattnall County, Taylor County, Telfair County, Terrell County, Thomas County, Tift County, Toombs County, Towns County, Treutlen County, Troup County, Turner County, Twiggs County, Union County, Upson County, Walker County, Walton County, Ware County, Warren County, Washington County, Wayne County, Webster County, Wheeler County, White County, Whitfield County, Wilcox County, Wilkes County, Wilkinson County and Worth County

    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits generally apply (or you're 60 or older, in most Georgia counties); see the official page. Doesn't serve residents of Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, or Gwinnett counties (see the ga-atlanta-legal-aid-* entries). Other requirements apply. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Custody & Parenting TimeDivorceChild SupportHousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Georgia Medicaid (apply through DFCS)

    Georgia Department of Human Services, Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS)

    Medicaid provides health care for people who meet income, resource, and citizenship requirements. Coverage groups include low-income families with children under 19, and adults who are 65 or older, blind, or disabled. Apply with Form 94A or Form 297, or online through Georgia Gateway.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Must meet Medicaid income, resource, and citizenship requirements for your coverage group. Children who are over the Medicaid limits may qualify for PeachCare for Kids (see ga-peachcare-for-kids). See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant CareMental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Georgia WIC

    Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH)

    Georgia WIC provides eWIC food benefits (fruits and vegetables, dairy, grains, proteins, and infant formula, plus farmers market benefits in summer), breastfeeding support, health counseling with nutritionists, referrals, and a mobile app. Apply through Georgia Gateway.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income guidelines are at https://dph.georgia.gov/WIC/income-eligibility-guidelines (not checked today). See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Georgia's Pre-K Program

    Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL)

    Georgia's Pre-K is a tuition-free prekindergarten for 4-year-olds, funded by the Georgia Lottery. Classes run in child care centers and public schools in all 159 counties, on a 180-day school-year schedule (usually August to May) with a 6.5-hour instructional day. Some sites offer a five-week Summer Transition Program. To enroll, contact Pre-K sites about openings, submit registration or waiting-list forms, and turn in documents by the first day.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Children must be 4 on or before September 1 of the school year and live in Georgia. Families must agree to the full 6.5-hour day for the whole school year. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • GeorgiaLegalAid.org (legal information and self-help forms)

    Atlanta Legal Aid Society and Georgia Legal Services Program

    GeorgiaLegalAid.org is a joint project of Atlanta Legal Aid Society and GLSP with free, easy-to-understand legal information for Georgia. Its Family & Safety section covers custody and visitation, child support and alimony, divorce, domestic violence, legitimation and fathers' rights, and guardianship. Self Help Forms link to Judicial Council of Georgia divorce forms (with and without minor children), family law forms, and protective order forms. There's a legal aid directory, a list of court-based self-help centers, and the LAVA legal information chatbot.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone in Georgia. It gives legal information, not legal advice. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild SupportHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • GetCalFresh

    Code for America

    Step-by-step help understanding CalFresh, California's SNAP program, before you apply, with real people available by chat, text, or email. You can't apply on this site; it directs you to BenefitsCal, the state's official benefits site.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    The site says a county case worker decides eligibility based on income, expenses (such as rent, utilities, and child support), and household size, and encourages people to apply because eligibility is complex. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Getting a divorce in California (Self Help Guide)

    Judicial Branch of California (California Courts)

    Step-by-step instructions and court forms for divorce and legal separation in California, organized in four parts: starting a case, sharing financial information, making decisions (property, debts, children, support), and finalizing. Includes video workshops.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Information for anyone in California going through a divorce or legal separation. The guide says divorce takes at least 6 months and that joint petitions follow different steps. See the official site for current rules.

    Divorce

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Gleaners Food Bank: find a food pantry

    Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana

    Gleaners Food Bank helps people facing hunger in its Indiana counties. Use its Find Food map to locate a pantry near you; the map can be shown in several languages.

    Where
    Serves 21 counties in Indiana
    All 21 counties

    Bartholomew County, Boone County, Decatur County, Fayette County, Franklin County, Hamilton County, Hancock County, Hendricks County, Jackson County, Jefferson County, Jennings County, Johnson County, Marion County, Morgan County, Putnam County, Ripley County, Rush County, Scott County, Shelby County, Union County and Wayne County

    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Each pantry sets its own hours and rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Good+Foundation

    Good+Foundation

    A national nonprofit that pairs essential goods, like cribs, diapers, and strollers, with services such as job training, couples counseling, parenting classes, and GED preparation for under-resourced fathers, mothers, and caregivers. It works through a vetted network of partner nonprofits in New York City and Los Angeles, with a focus on father engagement.

    Where
    Los Angeles County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families are reached through Good+'s partner nonprofits in Los Angeles and New York City, not directly. Contact Good+ or a partner program to find out how to take part. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingInfant CareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Governor's Council on Disabilities and Special Education (GCDSE)

    Alaska Department of Health

    A federally mandated state council that advocates for inclusive services, provides oversight, and helps Alaskans with disabilities and their families make informed decisions about education, employment, health, and community life. All council meetings are open to the public, and families can submit public comment or join a committee.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Alaskans with disabilities, their families, and anyone who wants a say in disability and special education policy. It is an advocacy and policy council, not a direct service provider. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • GreenHouse17 (Bluegrass region domestic violence services)

    GreenHouse17

    GreenHouse17 gives support, counseling, advocacy, shelter, education and prevention services in 17 Kentucky counties at no charge. Its 24-hour hotline is answered by certified domestic violence advocates who can help you make a safety plan for you and your children, find emergency shelter at GreenHouse17 or a partner shelter, arrange court accompaniment and share information on support groups. Its staffed shelter is in rural Fayette County, with satellite offices in downtown Lexington and Danville.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Serves 17 counties in Kentucky
    All 17 counties

    Anderson County, Bourbon County, Boyle County, Clark County, Estill County, Fayette County, Franklin County, Garrard County, Harrison County, Jessamine County, Lincoln County, Madison County, Mercer County, Nicholas County, Powell County, Scott County and Woodford County

    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of intimate partner abuse and their children in the 17 counties served; the hotline also helps people who want to support a friend. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Guardianship Assistance Desk for Minors (Cook County)

    Office of the Chief Judge, Circuit Court of Cook County / Chicago Volunteer Legal Services

    This desk helps people prepare court documents for guardianship of a minor and gives referrals for more complex cases. Dunne Cook County Administration Building, Room 1020, 69 West Washington Street, Chicago (across from the Daley Center). Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except court holidays. Call to make an appointment.

    Where
    Cook County, Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People seeking guardianship of a minor in Cook County. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • H-HEAP Energy Assistance - Hawaiʻi County (HCEOC)

    Hawaiʻi County Economic Opportunity Council (HCEOC)

    HCEOC runs H-HEAP for Hawaiʻi County residents, making a one-time payment toward electric or gas costs. For Energy Crisis Intervention (service terminated or at risk, with a final disconnection notice), call starting at 8:00 a.m. on the first business day of each month to get an application appointment; spots are first-come, first-served, and voicemails and walk-ins aren't accepted (all applications are accepted in June). Energy Credit applications for Program Year 2026 were taken June 1-30, 2026.

    Where
    Hawaiʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Full-time Hawaiʻi County residents with a permanent residence who have an active utility bill in their responsibility and meet income rules. All eligible household members must be U.S. citizens or qualified aliens with documents. Adults need picture ID, and members over age one need a Social Security card. SSI, SNAP, or TANF households may still qualify. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • H-HEAP Energy Assistance - Oʻahu (Honolulu Community Action Program)

    Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP)

    HCAP takes and processes H-HEAP applications for Oʻahu. H-HEAP makes a one-time payment toward an electric or gas bill: Energy Crisis Intervention for households facing disconnection (year-round, limited monthly approvals) and Energy Credit (June 1-30 only).

    Where
    City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Oʻahu households that meet H-HEAP rules (see hi-hheap). See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • HACAP LIHEAP energy assistance (eastern Iowa)

    Hawkeye Area Community Action Program (HACAP)

    HACAP takes LIHEAP applications through its local offices. The 2026-27 program year opens October 1, 2026 for households with someone 60 or older or disabled, and November 1, 2026 for everyone else, through April 30, 2027. Applications can't be completed online and must be mailed to your local HACAP office. Bring Social Security cards for everyone, your latest heating and electric bills, and proof of income. Questions can be texted to 1 (272) 422-2746.

    Where
    Serves 9 counties in Iowa
    All 9 counties

    Benton County, Delaware County, Dubuque County, Iowa County, Jackson County, Johnson County, Jones County, Linn County and Washington County

    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households that meet LIHEAP rules in HACAP's counties. If you have a disconnect notice, gas shut-off, low deliverable fuel or a furnace that doesn't heat, contact your local office. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Hawaiʻi CARES 988

    Hawaiʻi Department of Health, Behavioral Health Administration

    Hawaiʻi CARES 988 is a free, 24/7 support line for crisis, mental health, and substance use, staffed by local crisis counselors. You can call, text, or chat. For youth in crisis, Hawaiʻi CARES 988 passes the information to a Crisis Mobile Outreach team member, who calls the youth or support person, can meet them face to face, makes a safety plan, and helps decide whether an emergency department visit is needed. Calls are safe and confidential.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone in Hawaiʻi. In an emergency or if you fear you're in danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Hawaiʻi Home Energy Assistance Program (H-HEAP, formerly LIHEAP)

    Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services (DHS), BESSD, through island Community Action Agencies

    H-HEAP makes a one-time payment toward an eligible household's electric or gas bill for heating or cooling. Energy Crisis Intervention (ECI) helps households whose service has been or will be disconnected, with a disconnect notice from the utility; ECI applications are taken year-round, but monthly approvals are limited and fill quickly. Energy Credit (EC) helps households not in crisis and is only taken June 1-30. Apply only through the Community Action Agency for your island, not at DHS offices.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    One type of H-HEAP payment per program year (October 1-September 30). Income and other rules are set by DHS and checked by your island's agency. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Hawaiʻi WIC

    Hawaiʻi Department of Health, WIC Services Branch

    WIC provides nourishing supplemental foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding promotion, and health and social service referrals. Breastfeeding mothers can take part for up to one year postpartum and may qualify for the WIC Breast Pump Program. To start, call the WIC clinic nearest you for an appointment, or try the online eligibility assessment. Bring proof of income for everyone who works in the household, ID, proof of Hawaiʻi residence, your children, and their immunization records.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant, breastfeeding, or postpartum women, and infants and children under 5 who have nutritional needs, meet federal income guidelines, and live in Hawaiʻi. Proof of QUEST, TANF, or food stamp benefits meets the income requirement. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Hawki: health and dental coverage for kids (CHIP)

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS)

    Healthy and Well Kids in Iowa (Hawki) is Iowa's CHIP program for children under 19 in working families who earn too much for Medicaid but can't afford private health or dental insurance. It covers doctor visits, check-ups, shots, hospital care, glasses, prescriptions, and mental health and substance use treatment, plus dental care. Some families pay a small monthly premium based on income, and some pay nothing.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Low cost
    Who it's for

    Children under 19 who are not enrolled in other health or dental insurance, in families that meet the Hawki income guidelines. Coverage ends the first of the month after the child's 19th birthday. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start - Bear River Head Start

    Bear River Head Start

    The Idaho Head Start Association lists Bear River Head Start as a program offering Head Start (ages 3-5) and home-based Early Head Start (pregnancy to age 3). Office: 95 West 100 South, Logan, Utah. In Bannock County it serves only south Bannock. Contact the program to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Bear Lake County, Caribou County, Franklin County, Oneida County and Bannock County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in the listed counties; contact the program for eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start - Coeur d'Alene Tribe Early Childhood Learning Center

    Coeur d'Alene Tribe Early Childhood Learning Center

    The Idaho Head Start Association lists Coeur d'Alene Tribe Early Childhood Learning Center as a program offering Head Start (ages 3-5) and Early Head Start (ages 0-3). Office: 350 Annie Antelope Ave, Plummer. Contact the program to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Benewah County and Kootenai County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in the listed counties; contact the program for eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start - College of Southern Idaho Head Start and Early Head Start

    College of Southern Idaho Head Start and Early Head Start

    The Idaho Head Start Association lists College of Southern Idaho Head Start and Early Head Start as a program offering Head Start and home-based Early Head Start (pregnancy to age 3). Office: 390 Falls Ave, Twin Falls. Contact the program to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Camas County, Cassia County, Gooding County, Jerome County, Lincoln County, Minidoka County, Power County and Twin Falls County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in the listed counties; contact the program for eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start - Community Council of Idaho Migrant and Seasonal Head Start

    Community Council of Idaho Migrant and Seasonal Head Start

    The Idaho Head Start Association lists Community Council of Idaho Migrant and Seasonal Head Start as a program offering Migrant and Seasonal Head Start (ages 0-5). Office: 317 Happy Day Blvd, Suite 280, Caldwell. Counties are combined from the Southwest, South Central, and East Idaho pages. Contact the program to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Serves 20 counties in Idaho
    All 20 counties

    Ada County, Canyon County, Elmore County, Gem County, Owyhee County, Payette County, Washington County, Cassia County, Gooding County, Jerome County, Lincoln County, Minidoka County, Twin Falls County, Bingham County, Bonneville County, Clark County, Fremont County, Jefferson County, Madison County and Power County

    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in the listed counties; contact the program for eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start - Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership Head Start

    Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership Head Start

    The Idaho Head Start Association lists Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership Head Start as a program offering Head Start (ages 3-5) and Early Head Start (birth to 3). Office: 935 Lincoln Rd, Idaho Falls. Contact the program to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Bingham County, Bonneville County, Fremont County, Jefferson County, Lemhi County, Madison County and Teton County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in the listed counties; contact the program for eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start - Friends of Children & Families, Inc.

    Friends of Children & Families, Inc.

    The Idaho Head Start Association lists Friends of Children & Families, Inc. as a program offering Head Start and home-based Early Head Start (pregnancy to age 3). Office: 6225 North Meeker Place, Suite 150, Boise. Contact the program to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Ada County and Elmore County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in the listed counties; contact the program for eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start - Lewis and Clark Early Childhood Program

    Lewis and Clark Early Childhood Program

    The Idaho Head Start Association lists Lewis and Clark Early Childhood Program as a program offering center-based preschool (ages 3-5), center-based birth to 3, and home-based Early Head Start (pregnancy and birth to 3). Office: 1816 18th Ave, Lewiston. It also serves Asotin County, Washington. Contact the program to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Clearwater County, Idaho County, Latah County, Lewis County and Nez Perce County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in the listed counties; contact the program for eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start - Mountain States Early Head Start

    Mountain States Early Head Start

    The Idaho Head Start Association lists Mountain States Early Head Start as a program offering Early Head Start (pregnancy to age 3). Office: 415 N. 15th St, Coeur d'Alene. Contact the program to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Bonner County, Kootenai County and Shoshone County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in the listed counties; contact the program for eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start - Nez Perce Tribe Mamáy' asnim Hitéemenwees (early childhood program)

    Nez Perce Tribe Mamáy' asnim Hitéemenwees (early childhood program)

    The Idaho Head Start Association lists Nez Perce Tribe Mamáy' asnim Hitéemenwees (early childhood program) as a program offering Head Start (ages 3-5). Office: 117 Lolo Street, Lapwai; Kamiah contact 208-935-2888. Contact the program to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Clearwater County, Idaho County, Lewis County and Nez Perce County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in the listed counties; contact the program for eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start - North Idaho College Head Start

    North Idaho College Head Start

    The Idaho Head Start Association lists North Idaho College Head Start as a program offering Head Start (ages 3-5). Office: 411 North 15th St., Suite 103 (www.nic.edu/headstart). Contact the program to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Benewah County, Bonner County, Boundary County, Kootenai County and Shoshone County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in the listed counties; contact the program for eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start - Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Head Start

    Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Head Start

    The Idaho Head Start Association lists Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Head Start as a program offering Head Start (ages 3-5), 183 enrollment slots, center-based full-day and part-day sessions. Office: 330 Oakwood Drive, Pocatello. It serves only within School District 25 boundaries. Contact the program to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Bannock County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in the listed counties; contact the program for eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start - Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Early Childhood Programs

    Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Early Childhood Programs

    The Idaho Head Start Association lists Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Early Childhood Programs as a program offering Head Start (ages 3-5). Office: 37 W Ross Fork Rd, Fort Hall. Contact the program to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Bingham County, Bannock County and Power County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in the listed counties; contact the program for eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start - Western Idaho Community Action Partnership Head Start

    Western Idaho Community Action Partnership Head Start

    The Idaho Head Start Association lists Western Idaho Community Action Partnership Head Start as a program offering Head Start (ages 3-5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy to age 3), including home-based Early Head Start. Office: 315 S. Main Street, Payette. Contact the program to ask about enrollment.

    Where
    Canyon County, Gem County, Owyhee County, Payette County, Valley County and Washington County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families in the listed counties; contact the program for eligibility and enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start and Early Head Start - Child & Family Service (CFS)

    Child & Family Service (CFS)

    Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded programs that promote school readiness, health, and well-being for young children from low-income families. Head Start serves children 3 to 5 with early education, health, nutrition, and family support. Early Head Start serves pregnant women, infants, and toddlers. The Hawaiʻi Head Start Collaboration Office lists Child & Family Service (CFS) as a Head Start provider for Oʻahu and Kauaʻi. Contact the provider to apply.

    Where
    City and County of Honolulu and Kauaʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families with low incomes and young children (prenatal to age 5) in the provider's area; each provider sets its own enrollment process. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start and Early Head Start - Family Support Hawaiʻi (FSH)

    Family Support Hawaiʻi (FSH)

    Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded programs that promote school readiness, health, and well-being for young children from low-income families. Head Start serves children 3 to 5 with early education, health, nutrition, and family support. Early Head Start serves pregnant women, infants, and toddlers. The Hawaiʻi Head Start Collaboration Office lists Family Support Hawaiʻi (FSH) as a Head Start provider for Hawaiʻi Island. Contact the provider to apply.

    Where
    Hawaiʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families with low incomes and young children (prenatal to age 5) in the provider's area; each provider sets its own enrollment process. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start and Early Head Start - Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP)

    Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP)

    Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded programs that promote school readiness, health, and well-being for young children from low-income families. Head Start serves children 3 to 5 with early education, health, nutrition, and family support. Early Head Start serves pregnant women, infants, and toddlers. The Hawaiʻi Head Start Collaboration Office lists Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP) as a Head Start provider for Oʻahu. Contact the provider to apply.

    Where
    City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families with low incomes and young children (prenatal to age 5) in the provider's area; each provider sets its own enrollment process. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start and Early Head Start - MEO - Maui Economic Opportunity

    MEO - Maui Economic Opportunity

    Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded programs that promote school readiness, health, and well-being for young children from low-income families. Head Start serves children 3 to 5 with early education, health, nutrition, and family support. Early Head Start serves pregnant women, infants, and toddlers. The Hawaiʻi Head Start Collaboration Office lists MEO - Maui Economic Opportunity as a Head Start provider for Maui. Contact the provider to apply.

    Where
    Maui County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families with low incomes and young children (prenatal to age 5) in the provider's area; each provider sets its own enrollment process. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start and Early Head Start - PACT - Parents and Children Together

    PACT - Parents and Children Together

    Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded programs that promote school readiness, health, and well-being for young children from low-income families. Head Start serves children 3 to 5 with early education, health, nutrition, and family support. Early Head Start serves pregnant women, infants, and toddlers. The Hawaiʻi Head Start Collaboration Office lists PACT - Parents and Children Together as a Head Start provider for Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi Island. Contact the provider to apply.

    Where
    City and County of Honolulu and Hawaiʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families with low incomes and young children (prenatal to age 5) in the provider's area; each provider sets its own enrollment process. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start and Early Head Start (Florida)

    Florida Head Start State Collaboration Office (Division of Early Learning)

    Head Start (ages 3-5) and Early Head Start (under 3 and pregnant women) give enrolled families intensive child development and family support: early learning, health and nutrition, family engagement, and social services. More than 40,000 Florida families are served, including Migrant and Seasonal Head Start. Programs run through school districts, private and home-based providers, faith-based agencies, family child care homes, and others.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Eligible families include those experiencing homelessness, receiving SNAP, TANF, or SSI, or with incomes under the federal poverty guidelines. Children in foster care are also eligible. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant CareSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start and Early Head Start (Georgia)

    Georgia Head Start State Collaboration Office, Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL)

    Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded programs that prepare children under 5 for school. Georgia has 32 agencies offering center-based care, home visiting, child care partnership sites, and family child care homes. Services include early learning, health, nutrition, dental, and mental health services, family engagement and goal planning, and inclusive early intervention for children with disabilities. Find a local program with the Head Start Locator and apply directly; each provider has its own process and deadline.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Free for families with income at or below the federal poverty guidelines. Children also qualify regardless of income if the family gets TANF, SSI, or SNAP, or the child is in foster care or experiencing homelessness. Families with high housing costs may still qualify; see the official page. One application per child; waiting lists are used when full (Georgia.gov, https://georgia.gov/enroll-child-head-start). See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    ChildcareInfant CareSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start and Early Head Start in Kansas

    Kansas Head Start Association

    Head Start and Early Head Start offer free early education, health and family well-being services for young children and their families: Early Head Start for children from birth to 3 and Head Start for ages 3 to 5. The Kansas Head Start Association's locations page lists Kansas programs with their address, phone, website and, for many, the counties they serve; search by county and contact the program directly to apply.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Families must meet federal low-income guidelines or receive benefits such as TANF, and meet age and other rules set by each program. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start and Early Head Start in Louisiana

    Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE)

    Head Start is a federal program that helps children from birth to five in low-income families get ready for school through preschool programming. Many Head Start programs also offer Early Head Start for infants, toddlers and pregnant women. Programs serve children with disabilities and some families with incomes over the poverty guidelines. To find out if you qualify, apply to a Head Start program near you.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Children from birth to five in low-income families, and pregnant women for Early Head Start. Each local program decides eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start and Early Head Start in Massachusetts

    Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC), Head Start State Collaboration Office

    Head Start and Early Head Start provide early education and comprehensive services for children ages five and under from low-income families, including center-based care, family child care and home visiting on part-day, part-year or full-time schedules. Services support children's physical, social, emotional, nutritional and dental health. Programs are run by area agencies that serve designated communities: contact the Head Start agency in your area to ask about openings and how to enroll. Early Head Start for children under three is not available in all communities.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Children ages five and under from low-income families; Head Start takes three- and four-year-olds and Early Head Start takes infants and toddlers. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start and Early Head Start program directory (Illinois)

    Illinois Head Start Association

    The Illinois Head Start Association keeps a statewide directory of Head Start and Early Head Start programs with each program's address, phone and counties served. Families can also search by ZIP code with the federal Head Start Center Locator. Contact a program director about enrollment, eligibility and services. Head Start and Early Head Start support families facing hardship with early learning and help with education, health, nutrition and social service needs.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Low cost
    Who it's for

    Programs have eligibility requirements; contact a local program. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start and Early Head Start programs in Maine

    Maine Department of Education (DOE), Head Start State Collaboration Office

    Head Start is a federally funded program that gives young children, especially from low-income families, a strong start. Programs offer play-based early learning, health screenings, meals and connections to medical, dental and mental health care, plus family support. The Maine DOE Head Start State Collaboration Office keeps a list of Maine's local Head Start grantees by region, including tribal Head Start programs, with links to each program's enrollment information.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Young children, especially from low-income families; contact the local program for enrollment rules. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start and Early Head Start: find a program

    Indiana Head Start State Collaboration Office (OECOSL, FSSA)

    Head Start promotes school readiness for children under 5 from low-income families. Early Head Start serves infants, toddlers, pregnant women and their families with incomes below the federal poverty level. To find a program near you, call the toll-free number or use the Head Start center locator.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Children under 5 from low-income families; Early Head Start serves infants, toddlers and pregnant women with incomes below the federal poverty level. Each local program enrolls families. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start in Iowa: find a program

    Iowa Department of Education, Head Start State Collaboration Office

    Head Start promotes school readiness for children 3 to 5, mostly in centers, with some home visiting, and builds strong family relationships. It is available at no cost to low-income families with children from birth to 5. Children experiencing homelessness, in foster care, or with disabilities and special needs are also eligible. Use the Iowa Head Start Association's county map to find a program.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Low-income families with children birth to 5; each local program sets its own criteria. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Head Start, Early Head Start, and ECAP (Delaware)

    Delaware Department of Education, Office of Early Learning

    These programs focus on academics, social skills, health, and nutrition to prepare children for school. Head Start and Early Head Start serve eligible children from birth to kindergarten (and pregnant women in Early Head Start). The state-funded Early Childhood Assistance Program (ECAP) serves preschool-age children and follows Head Start Program Performance Standards. Families should contact the partner program closest to home; the page links a list of state-funded partners.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Head Start and Early Head Start serve children from low-income families, children with disabilities, and children who are homeless. ECAP serves children from income-eligible families and children with documented delays or disabilities regardless of income. Foster children, homeless children, and families on TANF also qualify. ECAP pre-enrollment is each spring and again in August for the September-May school year. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Health First Colorado (Colorado Medicaid)

    Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing

    Health First Colorado is Colorado's Medicaid program, giving public health insurance to Coloradans who qualify. You can apply on Colorado PEAK, where most people find out right away if they qualify, or by phone, by mail, or in person at your county office or an application assistance site. Members can also find providers and get rides to appointments.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Coloradans who meet income and other program rules. The home page warns that a new federal law changes which immigrant groups can get Medicaid starting October 2026, and that new federal rules will affect some adults ages 19 to 64. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Healthy Babies Home Visiting (Sedgwick County)

    Sedgwick County Health Department

    Healthy Babies Home Visiting gives families in Sedgwick County prenatal and postpartum support through home and office visits from registered nurses and other trained family-support professionals. Every enrolled parent gets at least one prenatal and one postpartum visit, with more based on the family's needs, and families can earn incentives for reaching milestones. Enroll by phone, email or referral form.

    Where
    Sedgwick County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For pregnant women and primary caregivers with infants up to 6 months old in Sedgwick County, regardless of race, ethnicity, financial status or legal residency. See the official site for current rules.

    Infant CareFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Healthy Families Indiana home visiting

    Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS)

    Healthy Families Indiana is a voluntary, evidence-based home visiting program that supports families prenatally or right after birth with child development, access to health care and parent education. It is available in all 92 counties through local agencies. Families are often referred by clinics, hospitals and WIC offices; the DCS page has a county map for finding your local office.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families with multiple stressors, enrolled prenatally or at birth. Participation is voluntary. See the official site for current rules.

    Infant CareFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP): health coverage for adults 19 to 64

    Indiana FSSA

    HIP makes health coverage available to low-income adults ages 19 to 64. An online calculator helps you check eligibility. Members who make a small monthly POWER account payment, based on income, get HIP Plus benefits including vision, dental and chiropractic coverage. Members choose Anthem, CareSource or MHS as their health plan, and certified navigators can help you apply.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Low cost
    Who it's for

    Low-income adults 19 to 64 who are not eligible for Medicare or other Medicaid. Parents and caretakers must make sure their children have minimum essential coverage. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Heartland Pro Bono Council (Marion County, by referral)

    Heartland Pro Bono Council (Pro Bono Indiana, Indianapolis office)

    Heartland matches eligible people with volunteer attorneys for family law (divorce, guardianship of a minor, setting or changing parenting time, stepparent adoption), consumer and estate cases. It only takes referrals: first apply to a Marion County legal aid partner such as Indiana Legal Services or Indianapolis Legal Aid Society, and get a referral form if you qualify.

    Where
    Marion County, Indiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    The case must be filed in Marion County, with priority for Marion County residents; people outside the county must be able to travel there. Household income limits apply; see the official page. Referrals usually must be acted on within about 30 days. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Heating Assistance (LIHEAP) through Community Action Agencies

    Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW), provided by Community Action Agencies

    LIHEAP helps Idaho families pay utility bills, weatherize their homes, and learn energy conservation. Community Action Agencies provide it in every Idaho county. Seasonal heating assistance is one payment toward heating bills; funding is limited and first-come, first-served. Families with children under 6 or elderly or disabled members can apply starting in October; all others starting in November. Crisis heating assistance is one payment to prevent loss of service or restore it, available year-round while funding lasts, with a goal of resolving the crisis within 48 hours. Apply through your local Community Action Agency using the Application for Energy Assistance.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Live in Idaho; at least one household member must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident; show proof of identity and heating expense; and meet income guidelines. One seasonal payment per program year (October-September). For crisis help, you must not have had a crisis payment in the last 12 months and must face disconnection, have a past-due bill or arrearage, or have less than 48 hours of bulk fuel. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Help Illinois Families: Community Services Block Grant help (rent, food, shelter)

    Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)

    Through the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), local Community Action Agencies help with rent, food, temporary shelter, medicine and other essentials. The Help Illinois Families online Request for Services form sends your contact information to your local agency, which contacts you about how to apply; a response can take a week to a month. For faster service, look up the agency for your county and call it directly. CSBG funding is available January 1 through December 31, or until funds run out.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households under the CSBG 30-day income limits; see the official page. Residents without an SSN or ITIN can still apply, and all households are encouraged to apply regardless of immigration status. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Help Me Grow Alaska

    A2P2

    Help Me Grow Alaska connects children and families to the services they need. Family Support Specialists help parents and caregivers find resources on child development and ongoing supports, such as therapists, medical providers, and treatment programs in Alaska.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Alaska parents and anyone responsible for a child. Reach a Family Support Specialist through the page's contact links. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Hilo Court Self-Help Center (Hale Kaulike)

    Hawaiʻi State Judiciary

    At Hale Kaulike (777 Kīlauea Avenue, 1st Floor, Hilo), volunteer attorneys from the Hawaiʻi County Bar Association give East Hawaiʻi self-represented people limited legal information on civil matters, including family and landlord-tenant cases.

    Where
    Hawaiʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For self-represented litigants. In person Tuesdays, 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m.; by phone Fridays, 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. (except state holidays). See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) heating help (MaineHousing and Community Action Agencies)

    MaineHousing

    HEAP helps eligible Maine households pay home heating costs. Help can include fuel assistance, emergency fuel delivery, energy-related repairs and utility payments, and the Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP) helps in a heating emergency. Applications go through your local Community Action Agency (or ProsperityME for Portland residents): apply online, or by phone or in person with the agency that serves your ZIP code. The season runs from August into the spring or until funds run out. MaineHousing lists the agency for each area and the documents to bring.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Maine households that meet income and household-size limits. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), Massachusetts

    Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities

    HEAP is a free program that helps eligible Massachusetts households pay part of their winter heating bills, whatever their heating source. Homeowners and renters can apply, including households whose heat is included in rent. Apply each year for the heating season through the local HEAP agency for your town, online, or by phone; first-time applicants have an intake appointment. Beware of scams by anyone charging an application fee. Call the Cold Relief Heatline to find your local agency.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Massachusetts homeowners and renters who meet household size and income rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • HomeBASE rental help for families leaving or avoiding shelter (Massachusetts)

    Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities

    HomeBASE helps families who are eligible for Emergency Assistance Family Shelter move into stable housing. It can help pay monthly rent, first and last month's rent, a security deposit and broker's fee, landlord bonuses, back rent or utility debt that stops you from signing a lease, and basic furniture. A case manager helps with housing issues and connects families to education, job training, work and child care. Families pay part of the rent from their income. There is no open application: eligible families are invited to apply through their shelter or diversion case worker.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families found eligible for EA Family Shelter, and some families in non-EA domestic violence shelters or residential treatment programs. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Coordinated Entry - Clayton County (Hearts to Nourish Hope)

    Hearts to Nourish Hope

    Hearts to Nourish Hope is the coordinated entry contact DCA lists for Clayton County. Contact them to start a homelessness assessment and get connected to shelter or housing resources. An online assessment (housing form) is also listed.

    Where
    Clayton County, Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Clayton County. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Coordinated Entry - Dougherty County (Southwest Georgia United Way)

    Southwest Georgia United Way

    Southwest Georgia United Way is the coordinated entry contact DCA lists for Dougherty County. Contact them to start a homelessness assessment and get connected to shelter or housing resources. 112 Westover Blvd., Albany, GA 31707. An interest form is at https://www.doughertycountycoe.org/.

    Where
    Dougherty County, Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Dougherty County. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Coordinated Entry - Glynn County (Safe Harbor (lead agency))

    Safe Harbor (lead agency)

    Safe Harbor (lead agency) is the coordinated entry contact DCA lists for Glynn County. Contact them to start a homelessness assessment and get connected to shelter or housing resources. Administration site: 1526 Norwich Street, Brunswick, GA 31520, Mon-Fri 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. The page also lists a Safe Harbor contact at 912-275-7202 and other Brunswick providers (Gateway CSB, Golden Isles Salvation Army, Coastal GA Community Action).

    Where
    Glynn County, Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Glynn County. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Coordinated Entry - Gwinnett County (Home First Gwinnett / The Latin American Association)

    Home First Gwinnett / The Latin American Association

    Home First Gwinnett / The Latin American Association is the coordinated entry contact DCA lists for Gwinnett County. Contact them to start a homelessness assessment and get connected to shelter or housing resources. Norcross Assessment Center at The Latin American Association, 5320 Jimmy Carter Blvd. An online application is also listed. Project RESET 2.0 in Lawrenceville: 770-822-7501.

    Where
    Gwinnett County, Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Gwinnett County. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Coordinated Entry - Hawaiʻi County (HOPE Services Hawaii (HOPE Help Line))

    HOPE Services Hawaii

    HOPE Services Hawaii (HOPE Help Line) is the Coordinated Entry System provider SOHHS lists for Hawaiʻi County. Call to connect with an outreach worker who can assess your situation and link you to housing programs and services. Help Line hours Mon-Fri, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Email info@hopeserviceshawaii.org.

    Where
    Hawaiʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Hawaiʻi County. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Coordinated Entry - Kauaʻi County (Family Life Center (FLC Kauai Outreach))

    Family Life Center

    Family Life Center (FLC Kauai Outreach) is the Coordinated Entry System provider SOHHS lists for Kauaʻi County. Call to connect with an outreach worker who can assess your situation and link you to housing programs and services. Outreach line hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 8 a.m.-4 p.m. and Tue 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Email Info@FLCKauai.org.

    Where
    Kauaʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Kauaʻi County. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Coordinated Entry - Lowndes County (90Works)

    90Works

    90Works is the coordinated entry contact DCA lists for Lowndes County. Contact them to start a homelessness assessment and get connected to shelter or housing resources. Email ceslowndes@90works.org.

    Where
    Lowndes County, Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Lowndes County. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Coordinated Entry - Macon-Bibb County (Macon Bibb EOC)

    Macon Bibb EOC

    Macon Bibb EOC is the coordinated entry contact DCA lists for Macon-Bibb County. Contact them to start a homelessness assessment and get connected to shelter or housing resources. Houston Avenue, Macon, GA 31201.

    Where
    Macon-Bibb County, Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Macon-Bibb County. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Coordinated Entry - Maui County (Family Life Center (FLC Maui Outreach))

    Family Life Center

    Family Life Center (FLC Maui Outreach) is the Coordinated Entry System provider SOHHS lists for Maui County. Call to connect with an outreach worker who can assess your situation and link you to housing programs and services. Outreach line hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 8 a.m.-4 p.m. and Tue 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Email InfoFLC@FLCMaui.org.

    Where
    Maui County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Maui County. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Help Access Point - Region 1 (St. Vincent de Paul)

    St. Vincent de Paul

    St. Vincent de Paul is the Regional Access Point Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA) lists for Region 1 (201 E. Harrison, Coeur d'Alene; Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.). Housing professionals at your region's Access Point can connect people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with housing resources and other essential services. Keep in touch with your Access Point contact and tell them about changes to your situation or contact information. Contacting an Access Point doesn't guarantee placement or housing eligibility.

    Where
    Benewah County, Bonner County, Boundary County, Kootenai County and Shoshone County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People experiencing or at risk of homelessness in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Help Access Point - Region 2 (Sojourners' Alliance)

    Sojourners' Alliance

    Sojourners' Alliance is the Regional Access Point Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA) lists for Region 2 (627 N. Van Buren, Moscow; Mon-Thu 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Fri 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.). Housing professionals at your region's Access Point can connect people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with housing resources and other essential services. Keep in touch with your Access Point contact and tell them about changes to your situation or contact information. Contacting an Access Point doesn't guarantee placement or housing eligibility.

    Where
    Clearwater County, Idaho County, Latah County, Lewis County and Nez Perce County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People experiencing or at risk of homelessness in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Help Access Point - Region 3 (WICAP)

    WICAP

    WICAP is the Regional Access Point Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA) lists for Region 3 (502 Main St., Caldwell (Mon/Wed/Fri) and 1007 S. Elder St., Nampa (Tue/Thu); Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; new location as of July 1, 2026). Housing professionals at your region's Access Point can connect people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with housing resources and other essential services. Keep in touch with your Access Point contact and tell them about changes to your situation or contact information. Contacting an Access Point doesn't guarantee placement or housing eligibility.

    Where
    Serves 9 counties in Idaho
    All 9 counties

    Adams County, Boise County, Canyon County, Elmore County, Gem County, Owyhee County, Payette County, Valley County and Washington County

    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People experiencing or at risk of homelessness in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Help Access Point - Region 4 (South Central Community Action Partnership)

    South Central Community Action Partnership

    South Central Community Action Partnership is the Regional Access Point Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA) lists for Region 4 (550 Washington St. S., Twin Falls; Mon-Thu 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 1:00-5:00 p.m.). Housing professionals at your region's Access Point can connect people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with housing resources and other essential services. Keep in touch with your Access Point contact and tell them about changes to your situation or contact information. Contacting an Access Point doesn't guarantee placement or housing eligibility.

    Where
    Blaine County, Camas County, Cassia County, Gooding County, Jerome County, Lincoln County, Minidoka County and Twin Falls County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People experiencing or at risk of homelessness in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Help Access Point - Region 5 (Aid For Friends)

    Aid For Friends

    Aid For Friends is the Regional Access Point Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA) lists for Region 5 (214 E. Center, Suite 50, Pocatello; Tue-Thu 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Fri 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.). Housing professionals at your region's Access Point can connect people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with housing resources and other essential services. Keep in touch with your Access Point contact and tell them about changes to your situation or contact information. Contacting an Access Point doesn't guarantee placement or housing eligibility.

    Where
    Bingham County, Power County, Oneida County, Bannock County, Caribou County, Bear Lake County and Franklin County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People experiencing or at risk of homelessness in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Help Access Point - Region 6 (CLUB, Inc.)

    CLUB, Inc.

    CLUB, Inc. is the Regional Access Point Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA) lists for Region 6 (1820 E. 17th St., Suite 150, Idaho Falls; Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.). Housing professionals at your region's Access Point can connect people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with housing resources and other essential services. Keep in touch with your Access Point contact and tell them about changes to your situation or contact information. Contacting an Access Point doesn't guarantee placement or housing eligibility.

    Where
    Serves 9 counties in Idaho
    All 9 counties

    Bonneville County, Butte County, Clark County, Custer County, Fremont County, Jefferson County, Lemhi County, Madison County and Teton County

    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People experiencing or at risk of homelessness in the listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Help: Georgia Balance of State Continuum of Care

    Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA)

    Help for people experiencing homelessness in Georgia comes through 8 Continuums of Care (CoCs). DCA's page lists local coordinated entry contacts by county and an interactive map of homeless services access points. Coordinated Entry assesses your needs and connects you to shelter or stable housing resources run by community organizations that DCA funds through Emergency Solutions Grants and other sources. DCA doesn't fund direct services itself.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Use the county list or map first; if you can't find an access point, call the Balance of State toll-free hotline or email homelessinfo@dcaga.zendesk.com. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless services in your community (Maryland DHCD)

    Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)

    If you are homeless or about to lose your housing, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development lists the crisis hotline or main homeless service provider for each county. You can also dial 211 for help with housing, utility shutoffs and other needs. The page points domestic violence survivors to MNADV programs and people facing unlawful eviction to Maryland Legal Aid.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People in Maryland who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homeless Services Network of Central Florida

    Homeless Services Network of Central Florida

    Homeless Services Network of Central Florida is the DCF-designated Continuum of Care lead agency for its area. It coordinates local homeless services such as emergency shelter, street outreach, homelessness prevention rental help, and rapid rehousing.

    Where
    Orange County, Osceola County and Seminole County, Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the counties served. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homelessness help through Coordinated Entry Access Points (Louisiana Housing Corporation)

    Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC)

    Housing and supportive services for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness are available statewide through Coordinated Entry Access Points. To find the access point nearest you, select your parish on the Louisiana Balance of State Continuum of Care (LA BOSCOC) housing and services page, then visit or call one of the listed organizations. You can also call 211. LHC is the lead agency for the LA BOSCOC.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Louisiana. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homelessness Help: Coordinated Entry by Island

    Hawaiʻi Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions (SOHHS)

    To start toward housing, connect with an outreach worker from your area's Coordinated Entry System provider. They'll learn your situation, explain options, and link you to programs. SOHHS lists the provider for each area of Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi Island, Maui, and Kauaʻi, plus shelters, youth drop-in centers, domestic violence shelters, and school-based help for homeless children and youth.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. In an emergency, call 911. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homelessness help: shelters and housing resources (MaineHousing)

    MaineHousing

    If you are homeless and need emergency shelter, or need transitional or subsidized housing, MaineHousing can help you find resources. It funds emergency shelters across Maine, runs MaineHousingSearch.org, a free online search for affordable and accessible housing, and supports Housing Problem Solving help for people facing or experiencing homelessness and STEP short-term rental assistance for people referred by a shelter.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People who are homeless or about to become homeless in Maine. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Homelessness Services and Continuums of Care (DCF)

    Florida Department of Children and Families, Office on Homelessness

    DCF's Office on Homelessness designates local Continuum of Care (CoC) lead agencies to run homeless assistance across Florida. Through CoCs and their providers, services include emergency shelters, outreach to people who are homeless, rental help to prevent homelessness, and rapid rehousing. The DCF page lists each CoC lead agency by county, with phone and website.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Find your county's CoC on the page. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Hoosier Healthwise (children's Medicaid and CHIP)

    Indiana FSSA, Indiana Medicaid

    Hoosier Healthwise is Indiana's health care program for children up to age 19 and pregnant individuals, at little or no cost to the family. Members get care through a health plan: Anthem, CareSource or Managed Health Services (MHS). Children in CHIP (Package C) pay a low monthly premium and co-pays; Package A has no cost-sharing.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Low cost
    Who it's for

    Children up to age 19 and pregnant individuals who meet income rules. Apply with the Indiana Application for Health Coverage. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Hope & Justice Project domestic violence help (Aroostook County)

    Hope & Justice Project

    Hope & Justice Project helps people whose family or dating relationships are affected by abuse and violence in Aroostook County. Call its 24-hour hotline to talk with an advocate, or meet in person. Court advocates help with protection orders and other court matters, and staff help you find other resources such as financial help, mental health and substance use services. All services are free and confidential.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Aroostook County, Maine
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    People in Aroostook County affected by abuse in family or dating relationships, and people worried about them. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • House of Ruth Maryland: intimate partner violence services

    House of Ruth Maryland

    House of Ruth Maryland helps survivors of intimate partner violence rebuild their lives safely, with a 24-hour hotline, shelter, rapid re-housing, free legal services, counseling, child care and job navigation. It also runs the Gateway Project abuse intervention program for people who use abuse.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Prince George's County and Montgomery County, Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Survivors of intimate partner violence in Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Prince George's County and Montgomery County. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Housing Choice Vouchers and rental help (Maryland DHCD)

    Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)

    Housing Choice Vouchers help low-income households afford rent by paying part of the monthly rent. Local public housing agencies, often your county or city, run the program and keep waitlists; DHCD runs it directly for part of the state, including some Eastern Shore counties. DHCD's housing page also links renter rights information, foreclosure prevention and home repair programs.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Income-eligible households; apply through the public housing agency for your area. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Housing counseling and I$AVE matched savings (Lafayette Consolidated Government)

    Lafayette Consolidated Government, Community Development and Planning Department

    Lafayette Consolidated Government's Housing Counseling offers one-on-one pre-purchase counseling, default and delinquent mortgage counseling for homeowners facing late payments or foreclosure, homeownership training, home maintenance and financial literacy workshops, and referrals to other social services. All counseling services and classes are free and open to the public. Through the Southern University I$AVE program, low-income Lafayette Parish families can open an Individual Development Account and get matching funds toward buying a home, education or a small business.

    Where
    Lafayette Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Counseling and classes are open to the public. I$AVE is for low-income Lafayette Parish residents whose household includes at least one minor child and has earned income, and who agree to save each month; income limits apply. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Housing Information and Referral Center and Homeless Prevention Housing Counseling (IHFA)

    Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA)

    IHFA's statewide toll-free housing hotline, the Housing Information and Referral Center, answers housing questions; its Housing Assistance Guide is available in English, Spanish, Arabic, and French. IHFA's Homeless Prevention Housing Counseling helps people in a housing crisis or at risk of homelessness. If you're eligible after meeting with an IHFA housing counselor, a check is mailed directly to the landlord or utility for rent, security deposits, or a utility shut-off. It's not for short-term stays or hotel vouchers. Getting an appointment can take 1-3 weeks, and paying approved funds can take up to 10 business days.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Idahoans in a housing crisis or at risk of homelessness; check eligibility online through IHFA. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Human services districts and authorities: local mental health, addiction and developmental disability services (LDH)

    Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), Local Governing Entities

    Louisiana's public behavioral health and developmental disability services are run by ten regional human services districts and authorities, listed on LDH's Local Governing Entities page: Metropolitan Human Services District (Region 1), Capital Area (Region 2), South Central Louisiana (Region 3), Acadiana Area (Region 4), Imperial Calcasieu (Region 5), Central Louisiana (Region 6), Northwest Louisiana (Region 7), Northeast Delta (Region 8), Florida Parishes (Region 9) and Jefferson Parish (Region 10). Each one provides mental health, addiction and developmental disability services for the parishes in its region. Use the page to find the district for your parish.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Residents of each district's parishes. Each district sets its own eligibility and fees. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • HUSKY Health (Connecticut Medicaid and CHIP)

    Connecticut Department of Social Services

    HUSKY Health is Connecticut's public health coverage program. HUSKY A is Medicaid for children, parents, caretaker relatives, and pregnant individuals; HUSKY B is the Children's Health Insurance Program; HUSKY C covers adults 65 and older and adults with disabilities; HUSKY D covers low-income adults without dependent children. Benefits include preventive and primary care, specialists, hospital care, behavioral health, dental, and prescriptions.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Based on household income and size. Income limits apply; see the official page. HUSKY B covers children in families above the HUSKY A limit, and some families pay a monthly premium. State-funded HUSKY A and B cover some children 0-15 who lack a qualifying immigration status. Apply online through Access Health CT or ConneCT, by phone, by mail, or in person. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • I Matter (Free Youth Counseling)

    Colorado Behavioral Health Administration

    I Matter connects Colorado youth with a licensed therapist for up to 6 free counseling sessions, in person or virtually. No insurance, credit card, or legal status information is needed. A short confidential survey (under 15 minutes) helps guide youth to the right resources and schedule the first appointment.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For youth 18 and younger, or 21 and younger for those in special education services. Youth 11 or younger need a parent or guardian to complete the survey. Start by choosing 'Parent' or 'Youth' on the site. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • ICADV: find a domestic violence program

    Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ICADV)

    ICADV's directory lists local domestic violence programs in Indiana that offer advocacy, emergency shelter, non-residential services, mobile advocacy and transitional housing. ICADV itself does not provide direct services. In an emergency, call 911.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Survivors of domestic violence and their children; each program sets its own services. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP)

    Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW)

    ICCP helps working families pay part of the cost of child care so parents can work, complete job training, or finish school. Parents pay a copay directly to the provider, plus any amount above the program limit. The state's share depends on the hours parents work or attend approved activities, household income, and the state rate for the child's age, type of care, and provider location. Apply by phone (877-456-1233), at the closest DHW field office, or by downloading the application and sending it by email (MyBenefits@dhw.idaho.gov), fax (1-866-434-8278), or mail (Self-Reliance Programs, PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0026). Have your ID, household income, current monthly child care expenses, and each child's immigration status if applicable.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Families must live in Idaho, show proof of identity, and have children under 13 (or older with special needs or a disability) who are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. The provider must be registered with ICCP. Parents must be working, in a qualified training or education program (online school isn't accepted), or in TAFI, and meet income guidelines. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Idaho Child Support Services

    Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW), Child Support Services

    Child Support Services can establish paternity, establish or modify orders for financial and medical support, receive and distribute payments, and take enforcement action. Without an order, it works with both parents to calculate proposed support under the Idaho Child Support Guidelines. Payments go to the other parent or guardian by direct deposit or on the Idaho Family Support Card. Manage your case online at MyChildSupport. To apply for enforcement services, download the application (or request one by phone) and mail it with the $25 fee to Idaho Child Support Receipting Services, P.O. Box 70008, Boise, ID 83707-0108. For receipting-only (non-enforcement) services, call.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    The apply page says there are no eligibility requirements for this service. Non-enforcement services need the court order and basic contact information to open a case. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Idaho Coalition Against Sexual & Domestic Violence - Find a Local Program

    Idaho Coalition Against Sexual & Domestic Violence

    The Idaho Coalition's Get Help page lists local programs across Idaho for people facing abuse, including tribal programs such as the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Victims of Crime Assistance Program ((208) 478-3992), the Coeur d'Alene Tribal STOP Violence Program, the ‘Úuyit Kímti Program, and Duck Valley Reservation services.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone looking for help with domestic or sexual violence in Idaho. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Idaho Court Assistance Office (self-help forms and Idaho Guide and File)

    Idaho Supreme Court, Statewide Access to Justice

    The Court Assistance Office (CAO) provides resources, court forms, document review, and legal information for people representing themselves in court or who can't afford a lawyer. Court Assistance Officers can't give legal advice, but they can explain the legal process, what to expect in court, and the risks of representing yourself, and help calculate child support and complete a parenting plan. They refer people to the Idaho State Bar Lawyer Referral Service, hotlines run by Idaho Legal Aid Services, and resources for high-conflict cases such as visitation supervisors, court interpreters, and mediators. Forms online cover divorce, custody and paternity, child support, visitation, protection orders, guardianship, and more, and Idaho Guide and File lets you complete and e-file CAO forms through a guided questionnaire.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people in Idaho courts. Contact your local Court Assistance Office for help (see the id-cao-* county entries). See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Idaho Crisis & Suicide Hotline (Idaho 988)

    Idaho Crisis & Suicide Hotline (ICSH)

    The Idaho Crisis & Suicide Hotline gives 24/7 free and confidential support by call, text, or chat for any situation that feels overwhelming or unsafe, including mental health, suicide or self-harm, substance use, or emotional distress. You can reach out for yourself or someone you care about. Trained crisis responders offer emotional support, assess for suicide risk, and help with safety planning. Through 988 you can also reach a Mobile Response Team of behavioral health professionals who may provide in-person support, available 24/7 statewide. ICSH is a member of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    988
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone. As of March 31, 2026, Idaho law ensures young people can again contact 988 for immediate crisis support. If you're in immediate danger, call 911. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Idaho Parents Unlimited (Parent Training and Information Center)

    Idaho Parents Unlimited, Inc. (IPUL)

    Founded in 1985, Idaho Parents Unlimited is a statewide organization that houses the Idaho Parent Training and Information Center, the Family to Family Health Information Center, Idaho Family Voices, and IPUL Arts. It offers education and resources on IEPs, 504 plans, school rights, dispute resolution, literacy, the Infant Toddler Program (birth to three), behavioral health (YES), health financing, and planning for adulthood, plus parent leadership training. IPUL doesn't attend IEP or 504 meetings but helps families prepare and understand their options. For a first request, use the web intake form or call the intake line and leave a message.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Idaho families of children and youth with disabilities or special health needs. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program (IVLP)

    Idaho Law Foundation, Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program

    IVLP is a safety net for low-income Idahoans who need civil legal help and can't afford it. Through a statewide network of volunteer attorneys, it provides free civil legal help through advice and consultation, brief services, and representation. Applicants who may be eligible complete a financial qualification and an in-depth phone interview. IVLP also runs Advice and Counsel Clinics, which offer a half hour of free advice and help with self-help forms by appointment (register through the clinic calendar).

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Low-income people with a civil legal matter. IVLP isn't an emergency program; the application can take a few weeks, and some applicants are referred elsewhere. Clinic registration closes 24 hours before the clinic. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Idaho WIC

    Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW), with public health districts and Native American health agencies

    WIC is a federally funded nutrition program for women, infants, and children. Monthly benefits depend on the child's age (birth to 5th birthday) and the mother's status (pregnant, breastfeeding, or postpartum). Services are provided by Idaho's seven public health districts and two Native American health agencies at more than 50 clinics. To apply, find your local WIC clinic, call to set up your first appointment, and check what to bring.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Idaho residents who meet income guidelines and are pregnant, breastfeeding, or had a baby within the last six months, or parents, step-parents, guardians, and foster parents of infants and children up to their 5th birthday. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • IdahoSTARS Child Care Search and Child Care Resource Centers

    IdahoSTARS

    IdahoSTARS helps families find quality child care and early learning. Its Family Portal has a searchable provider database, and families can call 2-1-1 to reach a local Resource Specialist for help with the search. IdahoSTARS's seven regional offices, called Child Care Resource Centers, offer education and referrals to families looking for care, help programs join the Idaho Child Care Program, and support providers. The site also explains the Quality Achievers rating system, child care licensing, and ICCP financial help.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Open to any Idaho family looking for child care. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • IDHS Division of Behavioral Health & Recovery (mental health and substance use services)

    Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)

    The IDHS Division of Behavioral Health & Recovery (which includes the former Division of Mental Health) helps people find crisis and emergency providers, Living Rooms (calm places to work through a crisis with recovery support specialists), non-crisis mental health providers, substance use and gambling providers, free naloxone, and child, adolescent and family services, including BEACON and a school-based mental health database.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Illinois residents. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Illinois Court Help

    Illinois Supreme Court / Illinois Courts

    Illinois Court Help is a free service from the Illinois Courts. Court guides help you understand and get through the court process anywhere in Illinois, such as divorce or eviction, and can connect you to local legal aid and community resources. Call or text, or ask a question online. The site also links to court forms, e-filing, remote court and finding your court.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone with a court matter in Illinois. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Illinois Court-Based Rental Assistance Program (CBRAP)

    Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA)

    CBRAP gives emergency rental help to Illinois tenants and landlords with a pending eviction case. Eligible applicants may get help with past-due rent, court costs and up to two months of future rent, up to program maximums (see the official page). The tenant applies first, and the landlord is then emailed to complete their part. Bring a photo ID, proof of address dated within 60 days, proof of income, proof of past-due rent and the eviction complaint, summons and case number. IHDA aims to notify applicants within 45 days of starting review. If you face eviction, contact legal aid or a HUD-approved housing counselor right away.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Tenants renting in Illinois who are in an eviction case for nonpayment, who meet income limits. Proof of citizenship is not required. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    HousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline

    The Network: Advocating Against Domestic Violence

    The Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by trained advocates. Call or text for safety planning and referrals to shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, legal services and supervised child visitation centers. Bilingual Spanish-speaking advocates are available, and operators can offer help in more than 240 languages. Online chat is also available. Friends and family can call for information too.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of domestic violence in Illinois and their family and friends. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Illinois Fatherhood Initiative (IFI)

    Illinois Fatherhood Initiative

    The Illinois Fatherhood Initiative works on 'Engaging Fathers in the Lives of Their Children.' It is known for its yearly essay contest, where Illinois schoolkids write on 'What My Father or an Important Father-Figure Means to Me' and Fathers and Father Figures of the Year are named. Volunteers are welcome.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Illinois fathers, families and schoolchildren. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Illinois Helpline for Opioids and Other Substances

    Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)

    If you or someone you know has an opioid or other substance use disorder, call the Illinois Helpline to talk with a trained professional for support and advice, or to be directed to resources made for you. You can also visit helplineil.org.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Illinois. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Illinois Warm Line (peer support by phone)

    Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)

    If you or a family member has mental health or substance use challenges, call the Illinois Warm Line for support by phone. Wellness Support Specialists have their own experience with recovery and are trained in recovery support, mentoring and advocacy. The Warm Line is not a crisis hotline. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., except holidays.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People with mental health or substance use challenges and their family members. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • IMPACT Community Action: LIHEAP and utility help (central Iowa)

    IMPACT Community Action Partnership

    IMPACT runs LIHEAP for its counties. Eligible households may get a one-time payment to their utility, protection from disconnection until April 1, and propane delivery for homes heated with LP. Apply online or make a phone or in-person appointment; an interpreter can be provided. If you have a disconnection notice, are disconnected or have a broken furnace, call, since other funding may help.

    Where
    Boone County, Jasper County, Marion County, Polk County and Warren County, Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households in Boone, Jasper, Marion, Polk or Warren County that meet LIHEAP rules. Early applications open October 1 for households with elderly or disabled members or at risk of disconnection; others can apply from November 1 through April 30. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • IN*SOURCE: special education help for parents

    IN*SOURCE

    IN*SOURCE has given information and resources to parents of children with disabilities since the 1970s, helping families understand how Indiana's special education law, Article 7, applies to their child. Reach them by phone, email or contact form, or use their videos, webinars and other materials.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents of children with disabilities. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Indiana Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline

    Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS)

    Call the DCS hotline 24/7, including weekends and holidays, to report suspected child abuse or neglect; you can report anonymously. Families without an open DCS case can press Option 2 to be referred to free, home-based services that help strengthen families. If all lines are down, call 1-833-800-5556. In an emergency or if a child is in immediate danger, call 911.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone can call. Indiana law requires anyone who suspects a child is abused or neglected to report it. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Indiana Child Support Calculator and Guidelines

    Indiana Judicial Branch

    The Indiana courts' online calculator estimates weekly child support from questions about children, income, parenting time, health care and other costs, and produces forms to use in court. The page also links to the Indiana Child Support Guidelines, child support form packets, a parenting time calendar and a financial declaration tool.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to parents and practitioners. A former version of the calculator is kept for obligations before December 31, 2023. See the official site for current rules.

    Child SupportCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Indiana Family to Family

    Indiana Family to Family (INF2F)

    Indiana Family to Family gives answers, resources, practical training and community connections to Hoosier families of children with unique health, mental health and education needs, and to the professionals who serve them. It hosts Heart to Heart, a free annual statewide event.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families of children with special health, mental health or education needs, and professionals. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines

    Indiana Supreme Court

    The Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines help parents plan parenting time, covering communication, exchanges, schedules for infants and toddlers, children 3 and older and teens, holidays, shared parenting plans and parenting coordinators. They were adopted effective March 31, 2001 and last updated effective January 1, 2022.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Apply to parenting time cases in Indiana courts. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeDivorce

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Indiana Parenting Time Helpline

    Listed by the Indiana Supreme Court Self-Service Legal Center

    The Parenting Time Helpline is staffed by licensed attorneys who explain the parenting time guidelines, answer visitation questions and give referrals for help. It is open Monday through Friday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Open to parents with parenting time or visitation questions. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeDivorce

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Indiana WIC

    Indiana Department of Health

    WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support, health screening and referrals for women, infants and children. Indiana WIC has about 174 clinics statewide. To apply, check eligibility, contact your local WIC clinic and bring the needed documents to your certification appointment.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Bring the infant or child applying, a parent, guardian or caregiver, immunization records for children up to age 2, and proof of identity, address and income. You may be automatically income-eligible if you or certain family members get Medicaid, TANF or SNAP. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Indianapolis Coordinated Entry System (homeless housing)

    Coalition for Homelessness Intervention and Prevention (CHIP)

    The Coordinated Entry System is how people experiencing literal homelessness in Indianapolis are assessed and referred to housing based on eligibility, needs and preferences. The Indianapolis Continuum of Care uses a 'no wrong door' approach: connect with a Skilled Assessor at a service provider you choose. Questions can go to CES@chipindy.org.

    Where
    City of Indianapolis only, Indiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Individuals and families experiencing literal homelessness. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Infant Toddler Program (Early Intervention)

    Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW), Infant Toddler Program

    Idaho's Infant Toddler Program coordinates early intervention services for children from birth to age 3 who have a developmental delay or a condition (such as prematurity, Down syndrome, or hearing loss) that may lead to one. Referred children are assessed for eligibility. If eligible, an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) is written and reviewed every six months. A lead service provider coaches the family to support the child's learning during daily routines. Make a referral online, by phone, or by email (itpreferral@dhw.idaho.gov). DHW also offers a free developmental screening questionnaire.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Children newborn to 3 with a significant delay in cognitive, adaptive, communication, physical, or social-emotional development, or with a physical or medical condition likely to result in a delay. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Infant Toddler Services of Kansas (tiny-k early intervention)

    Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), Kansas Early Childhood Developmental Services; local tiny-k programs

    Infant Toddler Services of Kansas, often called tiny-k, is the state's early intervention program for babies and toddlers from birth to age 3 with developmental delays or disabilities. Every Kansas infant and toddler can get a free developmental evaluation, and children who qualify receive no-cost early intervention services, often in the home. Enter your county or ZIP code on the website to find the local program, then contact it to ask for an evaluation.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Kansas children from birth to age 3 with, or who may have, a developmental delay or disability. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Inland Empire Father Involvement Coalition (IEFIC)

    Children's Network, San Bernardino County

    A coalition of community, county, and faith-based organizations, started in 2013, that works to reduce father absence and support father engagement. It offers fatherhood education, father's day breakfasts and an annual Inland Empire Fatherhood Summit, and trains agencies to run the 13-week Nurturing Fathers Program.

    Where
    San Bernardino County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For fathers and the agencies that serve them in the Inland Empire. Contact the IEFIC Coordinator for programs near you. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Inter Tribal Council of Arizona (ITCA) WIC

    Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, Inc.

    ITCA runs a WIC program that provides healthy foods, meal and snack ideas, and connections to community resources for families who are pregnant, breastfeeding, recently gave birth or had a pregnancy loss, or have a child under five. Parents, grandparents, foster parents, and other caregivers can apply for children in their care.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people who are pregnant, breastfeeding, gave birth or had a pregnancy loss within six months, and children under five, who meet income rules. People on SNAP or TANF are automatically income-eligible. Contact your local ITCA WIC clinic. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa child and dependent adult abuse hotline

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS)

    Call the Iowa HHS hotline 24 hours a day to report suspected abuse of a child or dependent adult. If a child or dependent adult is in imminent danger, call 911.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone can call. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R): find child care

    Iowa Child Care Resource & Referral

    CCR&R helps families find regulated child care in Iowa, including centers, preschools and Child Development Homes. Its search tool filters by location, child age, program type, hours and before- and after-school care, and shows whether programs take Child Care Assistance. Parent Specialists give free help and referrals; CCR&R doesn't recommend specific programs.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to Iowa families looking for child care. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa Child Support Services (formerly the Child Support Recovery Unit)

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS), Child Support Services

    Iowa HHS Child Support Services helps families who get public assistance such as FIP, foster care or some Medicaid; families who got assistance in the past; people who apply for services; and people in other states when the other parent lives or works in Iowa. Apply online or ask any local child support office for an application. The automated information line runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Open to parents and caretakers who apply, and to families getting public assistance. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa court forms and Iowa Interactive Court Forms

    Iowa Judicial Branch

    Free Iowa court forms by case type, including divorce, custody for unmarried parents, paternity, child support, domestic abuse and name changes. Iowa Interactive Court Forms are free guided interviews that prepare forms for domestic abuse, child support modifications, fee waivers, name changes, small claims and divorce without minor children, with divorce interviews also in Spanish. E-filing is required; registering for Iowa eFile is free.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone. Forms may be signed electronically. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa Court Navigators: free help with civil court forms

    Iowa Judicial Branch

    Court Navigators give one-on-one help, by appointment, to people representing themselves in civil cases, including family law (divorce, child support, custody), evictions and protective orders. They help you find and fill out forms, e-file, and learn about the court process and legal and community resources. Appointments are 30-minute video calls on Microsoft Teams, or in person at the Scott County Courthouse only. Navigators are not lawyers and can't give legal advice.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone representing themselves in a civil case. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa divorce: what to know (Iowa Judicial Branch)

    Iowa Judicial Branch

    The court's divorce page explains Iowa's no-fault 'dissolution of marriage', the residency rule, the 90-day waiting period after the other spouse is served, court-ordered mediation (parties pay its cost), how property is divided, spousal support and name changes. Forms are free on the court forms page.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    If the respondent lives in Iowa and is personally served, there is no residency requirement; otherwise the petitioner must have lived in Iowa for one year. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa Family Support Network

    Iowa Family Support Network

    The Iowa Family Support Network is a statewide source of information and referrals for expecting families and families with young children, covering family support (home visiting) services, group parent education programs, prenatal services and early intervention. Specialists answer by phone or email, Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the site has a statewide resource directory.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Expecting families, families with young children, and professionals. See the official site for current rules.

    Infant CareFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa Health and Wellness Plan (IHAWP): coverage for adults 19 to 64

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS)

    IHAWP gives low- or no-cost health coverage to Iowans ages 19 to 64, including doctor visits, prescriptions, preventive care, hospital stays and dental care. Members get free care if they complete Healthy Behaviors steps; from the second year, a small monthly contribution may be required depending on income. Starting by December 1, 2026, certain members must meet monthly community engagement requirements to enroll and keep coverage.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Low cost
    Who it's for

    Adults 19 to 64 who live in Iowa, are U.S. citizens, meet the income limit and are not otherwise eligible for Medicaid or Medicare. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa HHS: apply for SNAP, FIP, Medicaid and other help

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS)

    Iowa HHS's Self-Service Portal lets you check eligibility and apply online for SNAP food assistance, Family Investment Program (FIP) cash assistance and Medicaid. You can also apply at a local HHS office, or send a paper application by email, fax or mail. For questions or help applying, call the HHS assistance line or contact your local HHS office.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on the program. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa Judicial Branch: representing yourself

    Iowa Judicial Branch

    The Iowa courts' self-help pages explain what to know before going to court on your own: e-filing through Iowa eFile, court rules, conduct in court, and how to find a lawyer through the Iowa State Bar Association's Find-A-Lawyer service. Court staff can explain basic procedures, deadlines and fees but cannot give legal advice. The page is also available in Spanish.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone. You must e-file unless the court allows paper filing. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa Medicaid: apply for health coverage

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS)

    Iowa Medicaid covers eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women, older adults and people with disabilities. Apply online through the Self-Service Portal, at a local HHS office or federally qualified health center, with a paper application, or by phone. After approval you get a Medicaid card and an enrollment packet assigning a health plan (MCO), which you can change within the choice period.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Groups include pregnant women, children up to 21, families with dependent children, adults 19 to 64, people 65 and older, and people who are blind or have a disability. Eligibility depends on income, assets, citizenship or immigration status and Iowa residency. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa mobile crisis response and crisis services

    Iowa HHS crisis system (information from Your Life Iowa)

    If someone in a mental health or substance use crisis needs in-person help, Iowa's Mobile Crisis Response teams can come to a home, school or public place, usually within 60 minutes, for children, youth and adults 24/7. Call Your Life Iowa or 988 to reach crisis services. Iowa also has community crisis stabilization, 23-hour observation for adults, crisis stabilization residential services for adults and youth, and Access Centers.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For anyone in Iowa in a mental health, substance use or suicide-related crisis. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa Victim Service Call Center

    Family Crisis Centers (Iowa Victim Service Call Center)

    The Iowa Victim Service Call Center is a free, confidential 24/7 statewide line for anyone facing domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, elder abuse, homicide, other crimes or trauma, whether or not it was reported. Advocates listen and connect callers to resources anywhere in Iowa, such as shelters, food banks, victim services and medical care. You can stay anonymous. Text IOWAHELP to 20121 to text an advocate.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Iowa, including survivors of past trauma. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa Warm Line (peer support)

    Iowa Warm Line (listed by Your Life Iowa)

    The Iowa Warm Line gives free support 24/7 to people in emotional distress. Staff draw on their own recovery from mental health or substance use challenges to listen and offer hope, and can connect you with a Peer Support Specialist. You can also reach it by calling Your Life Iowa or 988.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Iowa experiencing emotional distress. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Iowa WIC

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS)

    WIC provides nutrition education, eWIC cards for healthy foods, immunization screening and referrals, and health and social services referrals for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women and children up to age 5. Contact your local WIC office to make an appointment, and bring proof of Iowa address, identity and household income. Families on SNAP, Medicaid or FIP may automatically meet the income rule.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Must meet the income guidelines, have an Iowa address and have a medical or nutritional need. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Jane Doe Inc. Find Help directory (sexual and domestic violence programs in Massachusetts)

    Jane Doe Inc. (JDI), the Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence

    Jane Doe Inc. lists rape crisis centers and domestic violence programs across Massachusetts. Search its directory by city or town, zip code, program type or service, or download its map of hotline and office numbers. Local programs may offer support groups, counseling, medical and court advocacy, and help with child welfare and immigration systems. Services are available to all survivors. You can also call SafeLink, the statewide domestic violence hotline, to be connected to a local program.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Survivors of sexual or domestic violence in Massachusetts, and people helping them.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Jefferson County Responsible Fatherhood Program

    Jefferson County Human Services

    Jefferson County's Responsible Fatherhood Program offers education and coaching for fathers and mothers who want to support their children's best interests. It includes peer-based engagement, case planning around each parent's strengths, and free online parenting classes on topics like self-care, play, anger, active listening, and work-life balance.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For fathers and mothers in the community. Classes are on WebEx on Wednesdays 5:30-7 p.m. and Fridays 1-2:30 p.m.; register by email or phone. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority (JPHSA)

    Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority (JPHSA)

    JPHSA serves people and families in Jefferson Parish affected by mental illness, addictive disorders or developmental disabilities. Its JeffCare clinics offer family medicine and behavioral health, including pediatrics and mental health care for children and teens, with a sliding fee discount scale and some telehealth visits. Behavioral Health Community Services brings treatment and support where people live and work, including substance use prevention and treatment, and Developmental Disabilities Community Services supports people with special needs and their families.

    Where
    Jefferson Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    People and families in Jefferson Parish affected by mental illness, addiction or developmental disabilities. JeffCare primary care is open to children, teens and adults. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthSpecial-Needs ParentingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Johnson County Mental Health Center crisis line and mobile crisis

    Johnson County Mental Health Center

    Johnson County Mental Health Center's crisis team answers local 988 calls and its own crisis line 24/7 for mental health or substance use crises. The team is based at the county's Emergency Communications Center alongside 911 dispatchers. Emergency services also include a mobile crisis response team, co-responders who work with most police departments in the county, and walk-in Access to Care.

    Where
    Johnson County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Free, confidential and available 24/7 to anyone in Johnson County. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Johnson County WIC

    Johnson County Department of Health and Environment

    Johnson County WIC serves financially eligible women, infants and children under 5. Fathers, stepparents, foster parents, grandparents and guardians are encouraged to apply for children under 5 in their home. Start with the Kansas WIC online pre-application, then bring proof of residency, household income and identity, all dated within the past 30 days. If documents are missing you may get a 30-day temporary certification. People living outside Johnson County can call to ask about an appointment here.

    Where
    Johnson County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    You must have a child under 5 or be pregnant, and be income eligible; you may be automatically income eligible if you take part in certain other programs. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • KanCare (Kansas Medicaid)

    Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Division of Health Care Finance (KDHE-DHCF)

    KanCare is Kansas's Medicaid program. It covers people with limited income, which may include pregnant women, children up to age 19, adult caretakers of children, young adults who aged out of foster care, people with disabilities and seniors. Apply online through the Medical Consumer Self-Service Portal, or call to have an application mailed. Families with children use the KC-1100 application, which checks for both Medicaid and CHIP. Coverage usually starts with the month you apply and is reviewed every year.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    You must live in Kansas, be a U.S. citizen or have a qualifying immigration status, and fall into a covered group such as children, pregnant women, low-income families with children, or people who are blind, disabled or elderly. Most programs have income or asset limits. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • KanCare CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program)

    Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Division of Health Care Finance (KDHE-DHCF)

    CHIP, part of KanCare, covers uninsured children up to age 19 who don't qualify for Medicaid. Some families pay a monthly premium based on income. Apply with the same KanCare application used for Medicaid, online through the Medical Consumer Self-Service Portal or by calling to request an application; your child is checked for Medicaid first and then CHIP.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Low cost
    Who it's for

    For children under 19 who live in Kansas, are uninsured and don't qualify for Medicaid. Income limits apply. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

    Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS)

    In Kansas, 988 is known as the Kansas 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call, text or chat 988 any time, day or night, to reach a trained crisis counselor for thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use concerns, emotional distress or a hard situation, or if you're worried about someone else. Calls are routed to Kansas crisis centers based on your general location, and counselors can connect you with mobile crisis teams, community services and crisis stabilization when needed.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    988
    Who it's for

    For anyone in Kansas, for themselves or someone they care about. You don't need to be in a crisis to call. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service

    Kansas Bar Association (KBA)

    The KBA Lawyer Referral Service connects people with screened Kansas attorneys, including for family law. Submit a request through the online referral form with details of your situation, and the service routes it to an attorney in the right practice area. There is no fee for the referral itself, but the attorneys charge for their work. Requests are made online. If you have no internet access or need help filling in the online form, the page gives a phone number for help with it.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    For anyone looking for a private Kansas attorney. The page asks people who need free or reduced-fee help not to submit a request. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas Child Support Services (CSS)

    Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)

    DCF Child Support Services helps families establish paternity, set up and change child support and medical support orders, and collect support, at no cost. Families on TANF, Food Assistance, Child Care Assistance, foster care or medical benefits are served automatically, and any family can apply regardless of income. Apply online in about 30 minutes, with no office visit, or call the Kansas Child Support Contact Center for help applying or about an existing case. In-person or virtual meetings can be scheduled by phone.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Any parent or person seeking to establish or change a paternity and/or child support order may apply. A separate application is needed for each child who has a different father. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas City, Kansas Housing Authority public housing

    Kansas City, Kansas Housing Authority (KCKHA)

    The Kansas City, Kansas Housing Authority runs public housing in Kansas City, Kansas and Bonner Springs. Fill out the online application to join the public housing waitlist; there is one application for most properties and a separate one for Bonner Springs properties. All applications are handled by the Resident Selection office. KCKHA's Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waitlist is closed and will be announced on its website when it reopens.

    Where
    Cities of Kansas City and Bonner Springs only, Kansas
    Cost
    Low cost
    Who it's for

    City-only: public housing in Kansas City, Kansas and Bonner Springs. Applicants must meet HUD income, citizenship or immigration status and other rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Housing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas community mental health centers and 24-hour crisis lines

    Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS)

    Kansas's community mental health centers (CMHCs) are the public mental health safety net. They offer outpatient counseling and therapy, rehabilitation services and 24-hour crisis help, and they are the gatekeepers for state psychiatric hospital admission. KDADS publishes a list of every CMHC's 24-hour crisis line with the counties each center serves, so you can find the center for your county.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    CMHC services are for anyone in the center's area. The CMHC association says services are available regardless of income, age or type of illness. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas court self-help centers by county

    Kansas Judicial Branch

    The Judicial Branch keeps a county-by-county list of self-help centers in courthouses and libraries, with hours, whether staff are there, what equipment is available, and phone numbers. Some centers list set days for extra help, or a phone line for the Kansas Legal Services Access to Justice Advice Line. The Self-Help Center's resources are informational and don't replace legal advice.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Free to the public. Services and hours differ by county. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas DCF Self-Service Portal: apply for food, cash, child care and energy help

    Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)

    The DCF Self-Service Portal lets Kansans check eligibility, apply and report changes for SNAP Food Assistance, TANF cash assistance, Child Care Assistance, LIEAP energy assistance and SUN Bucks. Applying online is recommended. You can also get a paper application at a local DCF Service Center or by calling DCF, and printable applications are on DCF's Helpful Tips page. To create an account you need your date of birth and Social Security number.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on the program. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas FORGE Fatherhood

    Cornerstones of Care and the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare

    Kansas FORGE Fatherhood is a free 8-week parenting and healthy relationships program for fathers and father figures 18 and older. Classes are 3-hour sessions covering healthy relationships, co-parenting and parenting skills, with group discussion, activities and a free meal; there are fathers-only and couples' groups. Each father gets a case manager who helps set goals and connect to resources, and graduates can become peer mentors. Fathers get help with child care, transportation and food costs and a completion incentive.

    Where
    Atchison County, Douglas County, Johnson County, Leavenworth County and Wyandotte County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For fathers 18 and older who live in Atchison, Douglas, Johnson, Leavenworth or Wyandotte County. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas housing help by county (Kansas Housing Resources Corporation)

    Kansas Housing Resources Corporation (KHRC)

    KHRC's Community Solutions page lets you click your county to find funded local agencies for domestic violence shelter, homelessness prevention and rapid rehousing, tenant-based rental assistance and weatherization. It also points people to United Way 211 for more help.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Kansas renters, homeowners and people facing homelessness. Each local agency sets its own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas Judicial Council family law forms

    Kansas Judicial Branch (Kansas Judicial Council)

    The Kansas Judicial Council publishes free official court forms for divorce with and without minor children, parentage (custody and support when parents aren't married), establishing, changing and enforcing parenting time, and responding to DCF parentage and child support petitions. Some forms come in bilingual versions. Judicial Council staff can't give legal advice, recommend a course of action or help you fill out the forms.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For anyone filing or responding in a Kansas family law case. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas protection orders and the online Protection Order Portal (KSPOP)

    Kansas Judicial Branch

    A Kansas judge can issue a protection order to help protect someone from abuse, stalking, sexual assault or human trafficking. Protection from Abuse (PFA) orders are for abuse or threats by a current or former spouse, someone you live or lived with, or someone you share a child with; Protection from Stalking, Sexual Assault or Human Trafficking orders don't require a relationship. You can apply online from any device through the Kansas Protection Order Portal, which guides you through the forms (about an hour, and you can save and come back) and sends them to the right court. If the judge grants the order, it is emailed to you.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. SafeLine Kansas (1-888-363-2287) can help you plan for safety.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For people in Kansas experiencing abuse, stalking, sexual assault or human trafficking. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas school district preschool (Preschool-Aged At-Risk program)

    Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE)

    Kansas school districts offer preschool for preschool-aged children who meet at least one at-risk criterion through KSDE's Preschool-Aged At-Risk program (formerly State Pre-K 4 Year Old At-Risk). KSDE also supports the Kansas Preschool Pilot. Programs are run by approved school districts, so contact your local school district to ask about preschool, the at-risk criteria and how to enroll.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For preschool-aged children who meet an at-risk criterion and live in a district with an approved program. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas Self-Help: divorce, parenting time and parentage

    Kansas Judicial Branch

    The Kansas Judicial Branch's virtual Self-Help Center explains divorce with or without minor children, setting up and changing parenting time, and establishing legal parentage, with step-by-step instructions and checklists. It links to the official Kansas Judicial Council forms and to child support information. The site also covers protection orders, child support, mediation and finding legal help, and links to your local district court.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For anyone with a Kansas family law case, especially people representing themselves. The site gives information, not legal advice. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kansas WIC

    Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), Kansas WIC Program

    WIC gives healthy foods on an eWIC card, nutrition education, breastfeeding support and referrals to Kansas families who qualify. Start with the online WIC pre-application, and a local WIC agency will contact you to set up an appointment, or contact your local WIC program directly. Bring ID, proof of address and proof of household income for everyone in your home. If you are moving to Kansas from another state's WIC, call your local WIC program instead of using the pre-application.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Kansas residents who are pregnant, breastfeeding (up to the baby's first birthday), non-breastfeeding mothers up to six months after birth, and infants and children under 5. You must meet income guidelines and have a medical or nutritional need. Fathers, grandparents and other caregivers can apply for children in their care. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kauaʻi Court Self-Help Center (Puʻuhonua Kaulike)

    Hawaiʻi State Judiciary

    At Puʻuhonua Kaulike (3970 Kaʻana Street, Līhuʻe), the center gives free legal information to self-represented people with District and Family Court civil matters, with volunteer attorneys from the Kauai County Bar Association.

    Where
    Kauaʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For self-represented litigants. First Monday of the month, 9 a.m.-noon, walk-ins in person; all other Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m.-noon by phone (leave a voicemail during hours for a callback). No messages when closed. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • KCSL Fatherhood classes and support groups

    Kansas Children's Service League (KCSL)

    Kansas Children's Service League helps dads and father figures build stronger relationships with their children through free classes, support groups and resources with practical parenting tips. Fathers can connect with other dads and get help staying involved and confident with their family.

    Where
    Sedgwick County and Shawnee County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For fathers and father figures in Sedgwick and Shawnee Counties. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Child Support Enforcement

    Kentucky Division of Child Support Enforcement (CHFS)

    The Kentucky Division of Child Support Enforcement helps parents with child support cases. Its online self-service lets you apply for services, see payments and balances, check court dates and appointments, upload documents, message your caseworker, update your address and direct deposit, and make payments. A mobile option shows limited case information. Contact your local child support office first; if you cannot reach it, call the statewide line on weekdays.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents and caretakers with a Kentucky child support case or who need one opened. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Children's Health Insurance Program (KCHIP)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Medicaid Services (DMS)

    KCHIP is free health insurance for uninsured children under 19 in families that meet the income limit. Apply online through kynect, get phone help with the application, or apply at a local DCBS office. Have proof of income, any child support, child care costs and current insurance, plus proof of identity and citizenship for children born outside Kentucky. Families renew every year by returning a renewal form or doing a phone interview.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For children under 19 without health insurance whose household income is under the KCHIP limit, based on Modified Adjusted Gross Income and tax household size. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky CMHC 24-hour crisis lines and mobile crisis services

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID)

    Kentucky's 14 regional community mental health centers provide crisis services 24 hours a day, every day, for people in a behavioral health crisis or an intellectual or developmental disability-related crisis. Reach them by calling 988 or your CMHC's 24-hour crisis line. Many CMHC clinics offer walk-in crisis help, mobile crisis teams can come to a home, job or other community location, and residential crisis stabilization units give short-term care to people who need more than outpatient help but not a hospital. DBHDID publishes a one-page list of every CMHC's 24-hour crisis line with the counties each serves. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Kentucky experiencing a behavioral health or developmental disability-related crisis. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky community mental health centers (Regional MHID Boards)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID)

    Kentucky's 14 regional Boards for Mental Health or Individuals With an Intellectual Disability, also called community mental health centers (CMHCs), provide publicly funded services for Kentuckians with mental health, developmental and intellectual disability, or substance use needs. Each is a private nonprofit serving a set multi-county region. Use the county drop-down on the CHFS page to get contact information for your county's office.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Kentucky residents with mental health, developmental or intellectual disability, or substance use needs. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily CounselingSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Court of Justice Self-Help Portal and guided interviews

    Kentucky Court of Justice

    The Kentucky Court of Justice Self-Help Portal hosts free A2J Guided Interviews that help people without a lawyer fill out court forms by answering questions. Family-related interviews include divorce without children, modifying child support, domestic violence protective orders, guardian or conservator for a minor, name change and waiver of court costs. The portal also links Kentucky Free Legal Answers, the civil legal aid programs, lawyer referral services and a self-help booklet. Completed forms are printed and filed with the Circuit Court Clerk in the county where the case is handled.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone handling a Kentucky court matter without a lawyer. The forms are not legal advice. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceChild SupportCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Early Intervention System (KEIS) for children birth to 3

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Public Health (KEIS)

    The Kentucky Early Intervention System is the statewide program for infants and toddlers from birth to age 3 with developmental delays or conditions likely to cause a delay. It is available in every Kentucky county and taking part is voluntary. Anyone can make a referral to the regional point of entry office, which arranges evaluations, decides eligibility and works with the family on an Individualized Family Service Plan. A parent's written consent is needed for every step. Most families pay nothing; some families with the highest incomes share in the cost on a sliding scale.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Children from birth to age 3 with a developmental delay, an established risk condition, or a need found by a team's informed clinical opinion. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Family Court

    Kentucky Court of Justice

    Kentucky Family Court is a division of Circuit Court that hears family cases under a 'One Family, One Judge, One Court' approach, so the same judge hears all matters involving a family. Its cases include divorce, spousal support and property division, child custody, support and visitation, paternity and adoption, domestic violence, dependency, neglect and abuse, and status offenses. The Family Court page links a 'Find a Court / Circuit Court Clerk by County' directory.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People with family law cases in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Housing Corporation: rental assistance and housing help

    Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC)

    Kentucky Housing Corporation's Get Help pages point Kentuckians facing a housing crisis to local help. Its online Community Resource Guide lists rental assistance, shelters and housing services by county or city, and KHC can connect people at risk of losing housing with local partners. KHC also runs specialized rental programs for groups such as people experiencing or at risk of homelessness or fleeing domestic violence, families whose children may be separated because of housing, youth aging out of foster care, people with disabilities, veterans, and single parents in college. Its general Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is closed.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Each program has its own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Medicaid

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Medicaid Services (DMS)

    Kentucky Medicaid provides health coverage for eligible Kentuckians, including pregnancy-related coverage and services for children, people with disabilities and people with behavioral health or substance use needs. Apply and manage benefits through kynect, by phone or at a DCBS office. Members can learn about Kentucky Medicaid's managed care organizations (MCOs) and how to choose one, and DMS publishes a member toolkit in English and Spanish on applying, renewing and using benefits. DMS has said it will mail notices about a new community engagement requirement to members who will have to meet it.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on income, household and group (for example children, pregnant people, adults and people with disabilities). See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidMental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky state-funded public preschool

    Kentucky Governor's Office of Early Childhood, with local school districts

    Kentucky's state-funded preschool programs, run by local school districts, serve four-year-olds from families under the income limit and three- and four-year-olds with identified disabilities regardless of income. The programs are designed to be developmentally appropriate, focusing on children's physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth. Contact your local school district (local board of education) to enroll; the Kentucky Department of Education's District and School Directory lists contacts.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Four-year-olds from families under the income limit, and three- and four-year-olds with identified disabilities regardless of income. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Transitional Assistance Program (KTAP) cash assistance

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), Division of Family Support

    KTAP is Kentucky's TANF cash assistance program for needy children and the parents or relatives they live with. It also helps families find jobs or training through the Kentucky Works Program, and recipients may get help with child care, transportation and related costs while they take part. Benefits have a lifetime time limit. Payments do not always stop when a parent starts working, and families leaving KTAP for work may still qualify for Medicaid, SNAP and child care help. Apply at any DCBS office, by phone or online at kynect.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Applicants must have low income, live in Kentucky, be a U.S. citizen or qualified immigrant, and be a parent or caretaker relative of a child under 18 (or 19 if the school-attendance rule is met). A lifetime limit applies. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky WIC (Women, Infants and Children)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), Department for Public Health, Nutrition Services Branch

    Kentucky WIC offers nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, education, healthy foods and referrals to health care for pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5. Contact the WIC clinic in your area or your local health department to apply. Staff will check your ID and Kentucky residency, review your income, and do a simple health and diet screening. Getting SNAP, KTAP or Medicaid can show you meet the income rule. Free language help is available.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5 who live in Kentucky, meet the income rule and have a nutrition or health risk. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kids First Center co-parenting education classes (Maine)

    Kids First Center

    Kids First Center offers online co-parenting classes for Maine parents who are separating or divorced, including First Step (a four-hour webinar), Next Step (four weeks), Parents with New Partners, and Empowering Parents When Family Violence is Present. It also runs ICOPE, a nine-week intensive co-parenting course for parents ordered to take it by a court. Financial help and need-based scholarships are available to Maine residents.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Parents who are separating or divorced; ICOPE is for court-ordered parents only. Scholarships are for Maine residents. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kids First Law Center: free joint parenting sessions

    Kids First Law Center

    Kids First offers free joint parenting sessions (mediations) on Zoom for Iowa parents who live apart and have children 0 to 17 together, whether divorced or never married, with or without a custody order or court case. A neutral mediator helps parents reduce conflict, improve communication and build a child-focused parenting plan, and gives a written summary when parents agree. Sessions meet the court's mediation requirement. Kids First can also be a neutral exchange location.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Iowa parents who live separately and share minor children. Not available when the children are in foster care or have been represented by Kids First. Sessions don't cover child support or dividing assets and debts. Parents with a No Contact Order that permits mediation can be accommodated. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeDivorceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • KIDS FIRST Parenting Workshop (Sedgwick County District Court)

    Eighteenth Judicial District Court, Sedgwick County (Kansas Judicial Branch)

    In Sedgwick County, both parents in a divorce involving children must attend the court's KIDS FIRST Parenting Workshop, and the court may order it in other cases where parenting is an issue. Enroll in person at the 7th-floor Family Law Clerk's Office or by mail within 10 days of filing or being notified of the case; the fee is due when you file or before you file any response. Classes meet on some Tuesday evenings at the Sedgwick County Courthouse. The petitioner's divorce won't be finalized until the workshop is done. Interpreters are provided by the court if requested when you schedule.

    Where
    Sedgwick County, Kansas
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Required for both parties in Sedgwick County divorce cases with children; may be ordered in other parenting cases. The assigned family law judge may approve a comparable alternate class. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kids First Program (divorce and separation education) - City and County of Honolulu

    Hawaiʻi State Judiciary, Family Court

    Kids First is a mandatory Hawaiʻi State Judiciary program that teaches families about the impact of divorce and separation on children and promotes peaceful co-parenting. It's for parents in paternity, divorce, and civil union divorce cases. Parents attend sessions led by psychologists, and children and teens meet in age groups led by trained facilitators. On Oʻahu, classes are assigned by the court after you file your case (you can't schedule your own) and are held at the Kapolei (Ronald T.Y. Moon Courthouse) or Honolulu (Hale Hilinaʻi, 902 Alder Street) locations; Kids First staff contact you a week before. Classes are also offered by Zoom and online.

    Where
    City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents and children listed on the court's Notice to Attend Kids First form. If there's a TRO, protective order, or stay-away order between participants, one person must reschedule. Free interpreters (including ASL) are available on request. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kids First Program (divorce and separation education) - Hawaiʻi County

    Hawaiʻi State Judiciary, Family Court

    Kids First is a mandatory Hawaiʻi State Judiciary program that teaches families about the impact of divorce and separation on children and promotes peaceful co-parenting. It's for parents in paternity, divorce, and civil union divorce cases. Parents attend sessions led by psychologists, and children and teens meet in age groups led by trained facilitators. Hawaiʻi Island programs are in Hilo (Hale Kaulike, 777 Kilauea Ave; (808) 961-7500), Kona (Keahuolū Courthouse; (808) 322-8700), and Kohala (South Kohala District Court, Kamuela; (808) 443-2030), with online programming offered.

    Where
    Hawaiʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents and children listed on the court's Notice to Attend Kids First form. If there's a TRO, protective order, or stay-away order between participants, one person must reschedule. Free interpreters (including ASL) are available on request. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kids First Program (divorce and separation education) - Kauaʻi County

    Hawaiʻi State Judiciary, Family Court

    Kids First is a mandatory Hawaiʻi State Judiciary program that teaches families about the impact of divorce and separation on children and promotes peaceful co-parenting. It's for parents in paternity, divorce, and civil union divorce cases. Parents attend sessions led by psychologists, and children and teens meet in age groups led by trained facilitators. The Kauaʻi program meets in person at Puʻuhonua Kaulike, 3970 Kaʻana Street, Suite 305, Līhuʻe, every second Wednesday, 5-7 p.m., with an online option. A 5th Circuit waiver form is available.

    Where
    Kauaʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents and children listed on the court's Notice to Attend Kids First form. If there's a TRO, protective order, or stay-away order between participants, one person must reschedule. Free interpreters (including ASL) are available on request. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kids First Program (divorce and separation education) - Maui County

    Hawaiʻi State Judiciary, Family Court

    Kids First is a mandatory Hawaiʻi State Judiciary program that teaches families about the impact of divorce and separation on children and promotes peaceful co-parenting. It's for parents in paternity, divorce, and civil union divorce cases. Parents attend sessions led by psychologists, and children and teens meet in age groups led by trained facilitators. The Maui County program (Maui, Lānaʻi, Molokaʻi) is held at Hoapili Hale, 2145 Main Street, Courtroom 3B, Wailuku, on the second Wednesday of each month, with an online option. Children ages 6-17 are required to attend. A waiver of attendance form is available.

    Where
    Maui County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents and children listed on the court's Notice to Attend Kids First form. If there's a TRO, protective order, or stay-away order between participants, one person must reschedule. Free interpreters (including ASL) are available on request. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • KidsCare (Arizona CHIP)

    Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS)

    KidsCare is Arizona's Children's Health Insurance Program. It covers children under 19 whose family income is too high for AHCCCS (Medicaid) but under the KidsCare limit. AHCCCS says monthly KidsCare premiums have been stopped until further notice.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Arizona children under 19 who are U.S. citizens or qualified immigrants, have or apply for a Social Security number, are under the income limit, have no other health insurance, aren't eligible for AHCCCS Medicaid, and don't qualify for state-employee coverage. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kinship Care Subsidy Program (KCSP) for relatives raising a child (Louisiana)

    Louisiana Department of Health, Office of Economic Stability, Division of Family Support

    KCSP gives monthly cash help to a qualified relative, other than a parent, who is raising a child whose parents are not in the home. The LDH KCSP page lists which relatives qualify. Apply through LDH Family Support: the CAFÉ portal, 888-LAHelp-U, or a paper application.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    The child must be under 18, live in Louisiana, and live with a qualified relative, and neither parent may live in the home. The relative must have legal custody or provisional custody, or get it within one year. Child and relative income limits apply. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • KY-SPIN Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center

    KY-SPIN, Inc. (Kentucky Special Parent Involvement Network)

    KY-SPIN Parent Center is Kentucky's statewide Parent Training and Information Center, funded by the U.S. Department of Education. It gives training, information and support to parents and families of children and youth with any type of disability from birth through age 26, and to professionals. Staff help families one-on-one through the steps of getting services for their child, offer community workshops on education laws and rights, and provide resource materials and referrals. KY-SPIN is not a legal services agency.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Families of children and youth with disabilities, birth through 26, and the professionals who work with them, anywhere in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • kynect benefits: apply for and manage Kentucky benefits online

    Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS)

    kynect benefits is Kentucky's online portal for applying for and managing Medicaid, SNAP, KTAP, the Child Care Assistance Program and the KI-HIPP premium help program, on a phone or computer, with step-by-step guidance. You need a Kentucky Online Gateway (KOG/KYID) account. CHFS posts videos and quick guides for creating an account and completing an application.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Each program has its own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • kynect health coverage: Kentucky's health insurance marketplace

    Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange (KHBE)

    kynect health coverage is where Kentuckians can see which coverage they may qualify for, including private health plans with tax credits, Medicaid and KCHIP. The Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange's Ways to Apply page explains how to apply online or get free help from a licensed insurance agent or a certified kynector near where you live or work.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Kentucky residents. Tax credits and program eligibility depend on income and household. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • kynect resources: find local help in Kentucky

    Commonwealth of Kentucky (kynect)

    kynect resources helps Kentuckians find and connect with local programs for food, housing, employment, health, money, transportation, education, legal help, child care and more. You can search by category or by situation, for example by choosing 'Homeless' or 'Housing'.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • LA 4 Early Childhood Program and other publicly funded pre-K (Louisiana)

    Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE)

    The Cecil J. Picard LA 4 Early Childhood Program is Louisiana's main preschool program. It offers full-day pre-K in public schools to four-year-olds from disadvantaged families. Other publicly funded pre-K includes the 8(g) Student Enhancement Block Grant program for at-risk preschoolers and the Nonpublic Schools Early Childhood Development (NSECD) program, which offers full-day pre-K in state-approved private preschools and child care centers to four-year-olds from low-income families. Families can search programs on the Louisiana School & Center Finder.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    LA 4 and NSECD serve four-year-olds from disadvantaged or low-income families; 8(g) serves at-risk preschoolers. Each program sets its own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • LA CAFÉ Self-Service Portal (Louisiana benefits and child support accounts)

    Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)

    LA CAFÉ (Common Access Front End) is Louisiana's online customer portal. You can create an account and use it to apply for benefits, send simplified reports, change reports and renewals, check the status of an application, and see child support case details. An online application takes about an hour, and an unfinished application is saved for 30 days. For help logging in or with an application, call the DCFS number on weekdays during business hours.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone applying for or receiving the benefits handled in CAFÉ. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • LaCHIP children's health insurance (Louisiana)

    Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), Louisiana Medicaid

    LaCHIP is health coverage for uninsured children and teens up to age 19 in Louisiana. It uses higher income limits than regular Medicaid. No interview is needed. You can get an application by calling the LaCHIP Hotline, at Medicaid application centers, WIC offices, school-based health clinics, community health centers and community action agencies, or as a printable download, and Spanish and Vietnamese applications are available. Families with income above the LaCHIP limit may qualify for the LaCHIP Affordable Plan, which charges a monthly premium per household. Coverage can be renewed by phone.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Children under 19 who live in Louisiana and have no health insurance, in families within the program's income limits. Lawfully residing children may qualify. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Land of Lincoln Legal Aid

    Land of Lincoln Legal Aid

    Land of Lincoln gives free legal help to residents of 65 counties in central and southern Illinois, with offices in East St. Louis, Alton, Quincy, Springfield, Champaign, Charleston, Decatur, Carbondale and Mount Vernon. Apply by calling the Legal Advice and Referral Center or apply online at illinoislegalaid.org. Interpreters are available. Separate hotlines handle eviction and Fresh Start (855-601-9474) and consumer law.

    Where
    Serves 65 counties in Illinois
    All 65 counties

    Clinton County, Fayette County, Monroe County, Randolph County, St. Clair County, Washington County, Adams County, Bond County, Brown County, Calhoun County, Greene County, Hancock County, Jersey County, Macoupin County, Madison County, Montgomery County, Pike County, Schuyler County, Cass County, Christian County, Logan County, Mason County, Menard County, Morgan County, Sangamon County, Scott County, Shelby County, Champaign County, Clark County, Coles County, Crawford County, Cumberland County, De Witt County, Douglas County, Edgar County, Effingham County, Ford County, Jasper County, Macon County, Moultrie County, Piatt County, Vermilion County, Alexander County, Clay County, Edwards County, Franklin County, Gallatin County, Hamilton County, Hardin County, Jackson County, Jefferson County, Johnson County, Lawrence County, Marion County, Massac County, Perry County, Pope County, Pulaski County, Richland County, Saline County, Union County, Wabash County, Wayne County, White County and Williamson County

    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Residents of the 65 counties served who meet eligibility rules. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild SupportHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Law Help Colorado

    Colorado Access to Justice Commission

    Law Help Colorado explains legal rights and issues in plain language and helps people find trusted legal resources. Its most-viewed articles cover eviction rights, civil protection orders, and the steps to file for divorce, and it has a legal term glossary and a Get Help page for connecting with attorneys. Colorado attorneys write and review the content.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For anyone in Colorado looking for legal information. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • LDH Division of Family Support: apply for SNAP, FITAP and KCSP (Louisiana)

    Louisiana Department of Health, Office of Economic Stability, Division of Family Support

    The Louisiana Department of Health's Division of Family Support runs SNAP food assistance, the Family Independence Temporary Assistance Program (FITAP), the Kinship Care Subsidy Program (KCSP) and Disability Determination Services. You can apply online through the CAFÉ Self-Service Portal, by phone through 888-LAHelp-U, or on a paper application sent by fax, mail or delivery. Applications come in English, Spanish, Vietnamese and large print. After you apply, you complete an interview by phone, and if you are eligible your benefits are paid back to the date of your application. Benefits are paid on an EBT card.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on the program and on the interview and proof you provide. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Leadership in Disabilities & Achievement of Hawaiʻi (LDAH) - Parent Training and Information Center

    Leadership in Disabilities & Achievement of Hawaiʻi (LDAH)

    LDAH is the Hawaiʻi & Pacific Island Parent Training & Information Center. It supports children and youth with disabilities through parent training and resources on special education, special education advocacy (IEPs, IDEA, Chapter 60), early identification and case management, early intervention, help for military families with moves and IEP transitions, and bullying prevention resources. It also has a free app. Offices are at the Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Kukui Center (245 North Kukui Street, Suite 205, Honolulu) and in Waiʻanae.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Hawaiʻi families of children and youth with disabilities. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Legal Services Corporation of Delaware (LSCD)

    Legal Services Corporation of Delaware, Inc.

    LSCD gives legal advice and help to low-income Delawareans in safe and affordable housing (including landlord-tenant and eviction), financial stability, and consumer protection. It also offers self-help forms and sample letters. Call the county office to see if you qualify; an Intake Specialist will help.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For low-income Delaware households. Hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Lemhi County Crisis Intervention / The Mahoney House (domestic violence help)

    Lemhi County Crisis Intervention / The Mahoney House

    Lemhi County Crisis Intervention / The Mahoney House (Salmon) is listed by the Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance as a shelter and victim service program. The Council says each agency offers different services, so contact them directly to learn how they can help.

    Where
    Lemhi County and Custer County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. In an emergency, call 911. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Lexington Housing Authority (public housing and vouchers)

    Lexington-Fayette Urban County Housing Authority (Lexington Housing Authority, LHA)

    The Lexington Housing Authority provides affordable public housing and other housing programs for low- and moderate-income families in Lexington, with rent based on income in most units. Applicants must be at least 18. Applications are taken online only when a waiting list is open, and LHA announces openings for specific sites on its website. Many units are self-sufficiency units for working households.

    Where
    City of Lexington only, Kentucky
    Cost
    Low cost
    Who it's for

    Low- and moderate-income households in Lexington; applicants at least 18. Waiting lists open and close by site. See the official site for current rules.

    Housing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • LIHEAP energy assistance through Community Action Kentucky agencies

    Community Action Kentucky (CAK), with the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services

    Kentucky's Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible households with heating and cooling costs, with benefits paid to the utility. Community Action Kentucky runs LIHEAP with CHFS through its network of local Community Action agencies, which have outreach offices in every Kentucky county. Contact the agency for your county to check eligibility and apply during an enrollment period. Bring proof of Social Security numbers or green cards for everyone in the home, last month's income, your current electric bill and your heating account details. Help is first-come, first-served until funds run out.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Low-income households under the program income limit. Enrollment happens in set periods. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • LIHEAP home energy assistance (Louisiana Housing Corporation)

    Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC)

    LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps households with home energy costs. It can help pay heating and cooling bills, pay bills in a crisis, and repair or replace heating and cooling equipment. Regular applications can be made through the statewide Louisiana LIHEAP online portal during the online application period; crisis applications are not taken online, so for crisis appointments or help applying contact the local agency for your parish, listed in LHC's LIHEAP Provider Directory. There are no fees or charges to apply, and LHC and local agencies will never ask for account logins, passwords or bank or card numbers.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    You must be responsible for your household energy bill and have an active heating or cooling utility account. Household income must be within program limits, and you can get only one LIHEAP benefit each season. Benefits depend on funding. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • LIHEAP utility assistance for Jefferson County (Louisville Metro Office of Social Services)

    Louisville Metro Office of Social Services (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Jefferson County residents apply for LIHEAP heating and cooling help through the Louisville Metro Office of Social Services, which is Louisville Metro's Community Action Agency. Schedule an appointment online or through the automated phone scheduler, which runs around the clock. Bring proof of residence, proof of Social Security numbers or green cards for everyone in the home, last month's income for everyone, your current electric bill and your heating account details. Help is first-come, first-served until funds run out.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Jefferson County residents under the LIHEAP income limit who pay home energy costs directly or as an undesignated part of rent. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • LIHEAP: help with winter heating bills

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS)

    LIHEAP helps qualifying Iowa homeowners and renters pay part of their winter heating costs. Apply at the local Community Action Agency for your county; HHS has a county finder. Applications open October 1 for households with someone 60 or older or disabled, and November 1 for all others, and close April 30. The program pays part of energy costs, not the whole bill.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households that meet the income guidelines, have an energy burden and can verify citizenship status for all members. Applications are first come, first served. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • LOCATE: Child Care referral service (Maryland Family Network)

    Maryland Family Network

    LOCATE: Child Care is Maryland Family Network's free, confidential referral service for finding regulated child care. Search all licensed child care programs online, or call, text or email LOCATE for help. The site also has tips for choosing quality care and information on financial help for child care.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Any Maryland family looking for child care. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Louisiana 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

    Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), Office of Behavioral Health

    Call or text 988, or chat at Louisiana988.org, for free, confidential support 24/7 for any mental health-related distress, including thoughts of suicide, anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed, or a substance use crisis. You can also contact 988 if you are worried about a loved one. In Louisiana, calls are answered by two certified centers, VIA LINK and the Louisiana Association on Compulsive Gambling (LACG), depending on area code. Text AYUDA to 988 for a Spanish-speaking crisis specialist. Veterans and service members can press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line, and TTY users can use their relay service or dial 711 then 988.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    988
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Louisiana. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence (LCADV) statewide hotline and member programs

    Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence (LCADV)

    The Louisiana Statewide Hotline gives free, confidential help 24/7 to people experiencing domestic violence. Advocates can help you plan for your safety, find resources and talk through your options. LCADV's Get Help page lets you find your parish and call the local program, and its member list shows each program's parishes and local crisis line. Members include shelters and crisis centers across Louisiana.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Louisiana affected by domestic violence. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Louisiana Crisis Response System (LA-CRS): mobile crisis and crisis centers

    Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), Office of Behavioral Health

    The Louisiana Crisis Response System is LDH's Medicaid-covered behavioral health crisis system. It includes mobile crisis response that comes to people where they are, walk-in behavioral health crisis centers open 24 hours a day, community brief crisis support for up to 15 days to help people stay at home, and short-term crisis stabilization beds. Separate mobile crisis services are offered for youth under 21. LDH lists the providers offering each service. For more info, the page says to visit LouisianaCrisisHub.org or call 855-24CARE5 (855-242-2735); it doesn't call this a crisis line. In an emergency or a mental health crisis, call or text 988.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People in Louisiana having a behavioral health crisis. These are Medicaid-covered services; some providers are still under development. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Louisiana Medicaid (Healthy Louisiana)

    Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), Louisiana Medicaid

    Louisiana Medicaid covers low-income people and families, including children, parents, pregnant women, seniors and people with disabilities. You can apply online through the Medicaid Self-Service Portal, by phone through Medicaid Customer Service, by mail, at a regional Medicaid office, or at a Medicaid Application Center. Most members get care through a Healthy Louisiana health plan, which they choose once they are found eligible.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    You must live in Louisiana and be a U.S. citizen or lawfully present non-citizen. Non-citizens, whether residing legally or not, can qualify for emergency and labor and delivery coverage if they meet income rules. Income rules apply to all applicants. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Louisiana Parent Training and Information Center (LaPTIC) at Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans

    Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans

    Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans is the Louisiana Parent Training and Information Center (LaPTIC), funded by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs. It helps families of children with any disability, at any age, understand their rights under IDEA, Section 504 and the ADA, learn about their child's disability, work through the special education process, and advocate for their child. It also teaches youth and young adults self-advocacy and offers workshops, for example on moving from EarlySteps to school services and on what to do when you and the school disagree. Help is always free of charge.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Families of children with disabilities in Louisiana, and the teachers and professionals who work with them. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Louisiana SNAP food assistance (LDH)

    Louisiana Department of Health, Office of Economic Stability, Division of Family Support

    SNAP helps households buy food with an EBT card. In Louisiana, apply online through the CAFÉ customer portal or send a paper application to LDH by mail or fax; applications cannot be sent by email. Benefits can be used for household foods such as fruits and vegetables, meat, poultry and fish, dairy, breads and cereals, snack foods, non-alcoholic drinks, and seeds and plants that grow food. They cannot be used for alcohol, tobacco, vitamins and medicines, hot foods, food eaten in the store, or non-food items.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Households must meet income and resource standards. People who receive SSI, and households with someone receiving FITAP, KCSP or STEP benefits, do not have to meet the resource limit. Louisiana also uses broad-based categorical eligibility, so some income-eligible households have their assets left uncounted. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Louisiana WIC (Women, Infants and Children)

    Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), Bureau of Nutrition Services

    WIC gives healthy foods, nutrition information, breastfeeding support and referrals to pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to their 5th birthday. Foods can include infant formula and infant foods, cereal, milk, cheese, eggs, peanut butter, beans, whole grains, canned fish, and fruits and vegetables. Find a clinic by ZIP code on LouisianaWIC.org or call the statewide line, then call the clinic to make an appointment. Benefits are managed through the myWIC app.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5 who live in Louisiana and meet income and nutrition-risk rules. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Love Like a Dad (Parent Aid)

    Parent Aid

    Parent Aid's Love Like a Dad program gives parent education and support to men, dads, and dad figures: Boot Camp for New Dads for expectant fathers, National Fatherhood Initiative 24/7 Dad classes (virtual and in person on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings), drop-in dad groups, and the on-demand Fathering in 15 course.

    Where
    Pima County, Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For dads, expectant fathers, and dad figures. Dad groups need no registration; use the referral form for a Love Like a Dad specialist to contact you. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

    Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)

    LIHEAP helps eligible households pay for home energy, including heating gas, propane and electricity. Submit an online Request for Services form at Help Illinois Families during your application month, then wait for your local agency to contact you to confirm eligibility and your benefit amount. If you haven't heard back in 3 weeks, or if you have a disconnect notice or are already disconnected, call your county's local agency directly. You can also apply through your local agency. The application period runs October 1, 2026 to August 13, 2027, or until funds run out.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households under the program's 30-day income limits (see the official page) that are customers of Ameren Illinois, ComEd, Nicor Gas, North Shore Gas or Peoples Gas. Renters whose heat is included in rent may qualify. From October 1, 2026, older adults, people with disabilities, families with a child 5 or under, and households that are disconnected or about to be can apply; all other eligible households from November 1, 2026. Residents without an SSN or ITIN can still apply. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) (Georgia)

    Georgia DFCS, through Georgia Community Action Agencies

    LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps low-income households with home energy bills, reducing the risk of illness, fire, or disconnection. It offers bill payment help, energy crisis help, and long-term, low-cost weatherization. Local Community Action Agencies take applications for the counties they serve (a provider map is on the page). Heating help opens the first workday of December for people 65+ or medically homebound and the first workday of January for everyone else. Cooling help opens the first workday of April (65+ or homebound) and the first workday of May for everyone else.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or legally admitted immigrant, meet the income limits (see the official page), and be fully responsible for the primary home heating bill. Served first-come, first-served while funds last. Households whose energy bill has a credit of $1,000 or more aren't eligible. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

    Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA)

    LIHEAP helps low-income Alabama households pay for home heating and cooling. ADECA funds community action agencies and local nonprofits to deliver it, and you apply through the agency that serves your county.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits apply; see the official page. The program prioritizes households with the lowest incomes and highest energy costs, and those with elderly members, people with disabilities, or young children. ADECA doesn't take applications; contact your county's community action agency, which decides eligibility.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Emergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) (Florida)

    FloridaCommerce (local community action agencies)

    LIHEAP helps income-qualified families with home heating and cooling costs. FloridaCommerce funds a network of local agency providers (community action agencies and local governments), which take applications and pay the utility company directly. Depending on county funds, you may be able to apply more than once a year, but not every month. Apply by calling your local LIHEAP provider.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits apply; see the official page. You must be responsible for paying heating or cooling bills, live in Florida, and be a U.S. citizen, qualified alien, or permanent resident. Gas or propane bills are covered only in winter, and only if used as primary heat. Water, sewer, and phone bills aren't covered. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Emergency AssistanceFinancial AidHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maine court forms, including family matters forms

    State of Maine Judicial Branch

    The Maine Judicial Branch posts its court forms online as free PDF downloads, with a searchable forms database and packets for common case types, including family matters and protection from abuse. Paper forms are also available at any clerk's office; many are free, but some, such as a summons, carry a small charge because they need the clerk's signature and court seal. Always use the most current version of a form, or the filing will be returned.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone filing or responding in a Maine court. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maine Crisis Line: 24/7 call, text or chat for mental health crises

    The Opportunity Alliance, Maine Crisis Line (for Maine DHHS)

    The Maine Crisis Line is Maine's statewide crisis service. Trained crisis specialists give free, confidential support by phone, text or chat, 24 hours a day, to anyone having a behavioral health crisis or thoughts of suicide or self-harm, and to people worried about someone else. They can connect you with a local mobile crisis team for a face-to-face assessment. Interpreting is available for non-English speakers, and deaf and hard of hearing callers can use Maine Relay 711. In a medical emergency, call 911.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Maine in a behavioral health crisis, or worried about someone who is. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maine Parent Federation: Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)

    Maine Parent Federation (MPF)

    Maine Parent Federation is Maine's federally funded Parent Training and Information Center. Staff, many of them parents of children with disabilities, answer questions about services, educational rights and specific disabilities through a toll-free statewide line, and help with more complex problems. MPF offers workshops and trainings on special education law, a lending library, a resource map and a quarterly newsletter.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    All Maine families of children and youth with disabilities from birth through age 26, with special emphasis on underserved and isolated families. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maine SNAP food assistance (Food Supplement Program)

    Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Office for Family Independence (OFI)

    SNAP gives eligible low-income Maine households a monthly benefit to buy food. Apply online through My Maine Connection, by downloading an application and mailing or emailing it to OFI, by phone, or in person at a regional DHHS office. OFI decides on most applications within 30 days, and households recertify every 12 months. Maine also offers SNAP Employment and Training at no cost, and Maine Harvest Bucks and Farm Fresh Rewards to stretch benefits at farmers markets and stores. Maine extends food benefits to some non-citizens who do not qualify under federal rules, and DHHS states that it does not report applicants to immigration authorities.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Any Maine resident whose household meets the program's income and other rules. Some adults without dependents must meet work requirements. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maine statewide domestic violence helpline (MCEDV)

    Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence (MCEDV)

    The statewide domestic violence helpline connects callers, day or night, with advocates at MCEDV's member Domestic Violence Resource Centers across Maine. An answering service takes your call and arranges a callback; if a callback is not safe, it can patch you through directly. Calling is free and confidential. You do not have to be in crisis to call. MCEDV also lists each member center, which serve different counties, and Wabanaki tribal resources.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Maine affected by domestic abuse, and people worried about someone else. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily CounselingHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maine Volunteer Lawyers Project family law clinics

    Maine Volunteer Lawyers Project (VLP)

    The Volunteer Lawyers Project connects people with volunteer attorneys for civil legal help. Its family law clinics are free for people who meet income rules. The Courthouse Assistance Project (CHAP) offers 30-minute consultations by Zoom or phone with a volunteer attorney, plus in-person help at the Lewiston District Court two Wednesdays a month, and a separate Helpline serves family law cases involving domestic violence by referral from domestic violence resource centers. Volunteers give advice but cannot represent you in court. Request help with the online intake form.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    People with family law matters who meet income-based eligibility; the DV Helpline is by referral from a domestic violence resource center. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maine WIC (Women, Infants and Children)

    Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), Maine WIC Nutrition Program

    WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding and lactation support, and referrals to pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum people, infants, and children up to age 5. Fathers, guardians and foster parents can apply for children in their care. People getting MaineCare, SNAP or TANF may qualify automatically on income.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People living in Maine, including migrant workers, who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or postpartum (baby born in the last six months), and infants and children under 5, within income guidelines. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • MaineCare for children and young adults under 21, including Katie Beckett

    Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Office of MaineCare Services

    MaineCare provides free health insurance and other health benefits to children and young adults under 21 who meet income guidelines or disability criteria. Children under 19 with serious health conditions whose family income is too high for free MaineCare may get coverage through the Katie Beckett program for a low-cost premium. If a child under 19 loses MaineCare because family income goes up, the family can buy MaineCare coverage for up to 18 months. After your baby is born, call the Office for Family Independence as soon as possible to add your baby to MaineCare. Children on MaineCare are part of VitalCare for Kids, Maine's EPSDT screening and treatment program.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Children and young adults under 21 who meet income guidelines or disability criteria; Katie Beckett and the full-cost purchase option are for children under 19. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant CareSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • MaineCare health coverage (Maine Medicaid)

    Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Office for Family Independence (OFI)

    MaineCare is Maine's free and low-cost health insurance program. It covers doctor visits, emergency care, substance use treatment and prescriptions, and has options for people with disabilities, former foster youth and people needing long-term care. Apply through My Maine Connection, by email or fax, or at a DHHS district office. OFI decides eligibility, usually within 45 days, and the Office of MaineCare Services runs the program. Members who owe a premium can pay it online.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Maine residents who meet income or disability rules; limits differ for children, adults and pregnant people. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • MaineHousing rental assistance: Housing Choice Vouchers, subsidized apartments and eviction prevention

    MaineHousing

    MaineHousing offers rental help for lower-income Maine households. Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers pay part of the rent directly to the landlord for an apartment you choose, and subsidized apartments across the state have below-market rents. Waiting lists can be long, so MaineHousing suggests applying for both. Other programs include ReStart for voucher families working toward career and education goals, the STEP short-term rental assistance program for people leaving homelessness, and an Eviction Prevention Program run under contract by Project Home of Portland.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Income-eligible tenants; each program has its own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Male Involvement Network (REACHUP)

    REACHUP, Inc.

    REACHUP's Male Involvement Network brings men together for personal growth. It's funded by the Children's Board of Hillsborough County and the Healthy Start Coalition of Hillsborough County. Programs include GROWTH 24:7 Dad, TEAM Dad home-visiting support for fathers and father figures of infants up to 3, a Male Mentoring Legacy Group, a Stress Group, and the Affirming Fatherhood Conference. It also connects families facing food insecurity with resources.

    Where
    Hillsborough County, Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    TEAM Dad is for any father figure in Hillsborough County supporting a mom or infant up to age 3. Refer by email: teamdad@hstart.org. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Man 2 Man Urban Youth Advocate

    Man 2 Man Urban Youth Advocate

    An Oakland-based nonprofit offering fatherhood education, family reunification, and reentry support for fathers and young men, including justice-impacted fathers. Services include fatherhood, emotion management, conflict resolution, and life skills classes, client advocacy with legal assistance for reentry, custody, and child support, and job placement through partners.

    Where
    Alameda County, San Francisco County, Solano County, Santa Clara County and Marin County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For fathers, young men, and returning citizens. The programs page lists Alameda, San Francisco, Solano, Santa Clara, and Marin counties as where it serves. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Man Cave

    Crystal Stairs, Inc.

    Man Cave is a Crystal Stairs gathering where fathers, stepdads, uncles, grandfathers, and other male role models share a meal, talk, and build parenting skills while their children are in on-site child care. Activities include parenting workshops, family events, advocacy workshops, resource fairs, and Dance with Dads.

    Where
    Los Angeles County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For fathers and male family members or father figures. The page says Head Start and Early Start staff engage fathers, so it appears tied to Crystal Stairs' Head Start and Early Start programs; contact Crystal Stairs to confirm who can join. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maricopa County Superior Court Law Library Resource Center

    Superior Court of Arizona in Maricopa County

    The Law Library Resource Center gives legal information and resources, but not legal advice, for Maricopa County court users. It offers family court forms for starting, modifying, and enforcing divorce, legal separation, paternity, legal decision-making, parenting time, and child support cases, plus step-by-step guides, workshops, and reference help from staff.

    Where
    Maricopa County, Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For people with cases in the Maricopa County Superior Court, especially those representing themselves. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maryland Children's Health Program (MCHP)

    Maryland Department of Health (MDH), Maryland Medicaid

    The Maryland Children's Health Program gives free health coverage to eligible uninsured children whose families earn too much for Medicaid but not enough for private insurance. MCHP provides full Medicaid coverage, and children get care through a HealthChoice managed care organization the family chooses. A child may qualify even if the parent does not. Apply at any time through Maryland Health Connection or the other Medicaid application channels.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Children under 19 who are U.S. citizens or qualified non-citizens, meet the household income limit, and provide or apply for a Social Security number. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maryland Coalition of Families: family peer support for behavioral health

    Maryland Coalition of Families (MCF)

    The Maryland Coalition of Families gives family peer support at no cost to families who have a loved one with mental health, substance use or problem gambling challenges. Family Peer Support Specialists, who have cared for their own loved ones, offer emotional support, help finding services, and help navigating school, legal, health care and child welfare systems. Parents and caregivers of children with mental health challenges can get help regardless of income or insurance. Request services online, by email or by phone.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Maryland families and caregivers of a child, youth or adult with mental health, substance use or problem gambling challenges. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily CounselingSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maryland family law court forms

    Maryland Judiciary

    The Maryland Judiciary's family law forms index has most family court forms, searchable by topic, including custody, visitation, child support, divorce, guardianship, domestic violence and name change. A form finder tool helps you pick the right form, Maryland Guide & File helps you fill out forms online, and forms are also offered in Spanish, Russian, French, Korean and Chinese.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone filing or responding in a Maryland family case. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maryland Infants and Toddlers Program (early intervention, birth to 3)

    Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), Maryland Infants and Toddlers Program (MITP)

    The Maryland Infants and Toddlers Program provides free, family-centered early intervention for children from birth to age 3 with developmental delays or disabilities. Anyone who knows the child, such as a parent, doctor or child care provider, can make a referral online or by phone. The local program then contacts the family and schedules an evaluation, and services happen at home, in the community or virtually. Local Infants and Toddlers Programs serve every Maryland jurisdiction.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Children from birth through age two with a developmental delay, atypical development, or a diagnosed condition likely to cause a delay. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maryland Medicaid (Medical Assistance)

    Maryland Department of Health (MDH), Maryland Medicaid

    Maryland Medicaid, also called Medical Assistance, is free or low-cost health insurance for eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women, older adults and people with disabilities. You can apply at any time, and coverage can start right away if you are eligible. Apply online at Maryland Health Connection or MarylandBenefits, with the Maryland Health Connection app, by phone, in person at a local health department or local Department of Social Services, or by mail. People who get SSI are eligible without applying. Most members get care through a HealthChoice managed care organization.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Low-income Maryland residents, including children, parents, pregnant women, older adults and people with disabilities, who meet program rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence (MNADV): find a local domestic violence program

    Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence (MNADV)

    MNADV lists domestic violence programs across Maryland that offer services such as 24-hour crisis hotlines, safe shelter, counseling and advocacy, along with programs offering culturally specific services. Conversations with these programs are confidential, and you can stay anonymous. MNADV's site also explains legal options, safety planning and tech safety.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Maryland affected by domestic violence. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily CounselingHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maryland SNAP food assistance (DHS)

    Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS)

    SNAP helps low-income Maryland households buy the food they need. Everyone has the right to apply. Apply online through MarylandBenefits, at your local Department of Social Services, or by mail or fax. You must complete an interview and meet the program's financial and other rules before benefits are issued; people with little or no money may get Expedited SNAP right away after an interview and proof of identity. Free interpreter services are available.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Maryland households that meet SNAP income and other eligibility rules. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service (MVLS): free volunteer lawyers

    Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service (MVLS)

    MVLS matches Marylanders with limited income with volunteer lawyers who give free legal representation in civil cases for the life of the case. Help areas include family law such as custody, divorce and guardianship, plus estates, foreclosure and tax sale, consumer, tax and special education matters. Family law cases must start with a phone intake; other cases can apply online. MVLS does not take failure-to-pay-rent eviction cases.

    Where
    All Maryland counties and Baltimore City except Allegany, Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Montgomery, Prince George's, Queen Anne's and Talbot
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Marylanders with limited income who meet income, asset, case type and location rules. Not available in Allegany, Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Montgomery, Prince George's, Queen Anne's or Talbot County, which have their own pro bono programs, except for a few specialized matters. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild SupportHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maryland WIC (Women, Infants and Children)

    Maryland Department of Health (MDH), Maryland WIC Program

    Maryland WIC helps pregnant women, new moms up to six months after delivery, breastfeeding moms up to a year after delivery, and infants and children under 5 with healthy foods, nutrition and breastfeeding support. Fathers, mothers, guardians and grandparents can apply for a child. To apply, make an appointment with the local WIC agency in your county or use the WIC Client Portal, and bring each person applying to the first appointment. You can own a home or live with friends or relatives and still qualify.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People who live in Maryland, are pregnant, postpartum or breastfeeding, or are caring for an infant or child under 5, and meet the income guidelines. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line (BHHL)

    Commonwealth of Massachusetts; operated by the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Partnership (MBHP)

    The Behavioral Health Help Line connects you directly to clinical help for mental health or substance use concerns, for yourself or someone you care about, even if you are not sure what kind of help you need. It is free and confidential, no health insurance is required, and it is open around the clock including holidays. Call or text, or chat online. Real-time interpretation is available in many languages by phone; text and chat are in English only. Deaf or hard of hearing callers can use MassRelay.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Massachusetts.

    Mental HealthEmergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Massachusetts Early Intervention (EI), birth to three

    Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Early Intervention Division

    Early Intervention serves infants and toddlers from birth to three who have developmental delays or are at risk of a delay. EI specialists visit families in everyday settings to help parents support their child's development and learning through daily activities, guided by an individualized family plan. There are no out-of-pocket costs for families. Anyone can refer a child by contacting the EI program that serves their city or town; search the state's program list by town.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Massachusetts children under three who are not reaching milestones, have certain diagnosed conditions, or have medical or social histories that put them at risk for a delay.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Massachusetts SNAP food benefits (formerly food stamps)

    Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA)

    SNAP gives eligible Massachusetts households monthly funds on an EBT card to buy food. When you use SNAP at participating farms you can get extra money back for fruits and vegetables. SNAP households can also be connected to free education and training, free nutrition classes, utility discounts, free school meals and discounted museum admissions. Apply online through DTA Connect, by phone, or at a DTA office; DTA decides within thirty days and some people get SNAP within a week. SNAP is not part of a public charge test. Interpreters are available.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Massachusetts households that meet SNAP household and income rules. If you are not sure, apply. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Massachusetts WIC Nutrition Program

    Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Nutrition Division and Mass WIC Program

    WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support and referrals to health care and other services, free of charge, to Massachusetts families who qualify. WIC serves pregnant and breastfeeding people and children under five. Fathers, mothers, grandparents, foster parents and other guardians of a young child can apply for the child, whether married or single, working or not. Call the state line or your local WIC office.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant and breastfeeding people and children under five in Massachusetts families who qualify. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • MassHealth (Massachusetts Medicaid and CHIP)

    Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS), MassHealth

    MassHealth provides health benefits, or help paying for health insurance premiums, to qualifying children, families, seniors and people with disabilities who live in Massachusetts. Members may get doctor visits, dental care, prescriptions, behavioral health services and more. Parents and relative caregivers of children can use the same application, which also covers the Health Safety Net and the Children's Medical Security Plan. Apply online, by mail or fax, or by phone with the MassHealth Customer Service Center. Self-service phone help is available around the clock in English and Spanish, and interpreters are available.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Massachusetts residents who qualify; apply to find out. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • MassLegalHelp: free legal information for Massachusetts

    Massachusetts Law Reform Institute (MLRI), Massachusetts Legal Aid Websites Project

    MassLegalHelp gives free, practical information about your legal rights in Massachusetts, written by legal aid programs. Browse by topic, including family law, housing, benefits and immigration, learn next steps such as filling out a form or preparing for court, and see if you qualify for free or low-cost legal services. The site is run by a nonprofit and never charges you to use it.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone looking for Massachusetts legal information.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild SupportHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Matrix Parents at Marin CIL

    Marin Center for Independent Living (Marin CIL)

    Since 1983, Matrix has helped families of children with disabilities navigate and access services. It joined the Marin Center for Independent Living in 2024 and gives no-cost, peer-led support to families of youth with disabilities ages 3 to 22.

    Where
    Marin County, Solano County, Sonoma County and Napa County, California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Family Empowerment Centers serve families of children and young adults with disabilities ages 3 to 22. Its FEC area is Marin, Solano, and Sonoma counties; it is also an Early Start Family Resource Center for those counties and a Parent Training and Information Center for Solano, Sonoma, Napa, and Marin, per the page. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Maui Court Self-Help Center (Hoapili Hale)

    Hawaiʻi State Judiciary

    At Hoapili Hale (2145 Main Street, Wailuku), volunteer attorneys and Legal Aid staff give limited legal information to self-represented people with District and Family Court civil matters, including temporary restraining orders, divorce, custody, landlord-tenant, and collections. They can provide court forms and review documents. Volunteer attorneys come from the Maui County Bar Association. Volunteer Court Navigators also answer questions about Second Circuit court resources by email (courtnavigator.2cc@courts.hawaii.gov).

    Where
    Maui County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For self-represented litigants. In person the second and fourth Thursday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; by phone all other Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (except holidays). Phone access for Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, and Hana residents is only when the center is open and not in person. No voice messages when closed. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • McClaney Family Resource Center

    South Central Los Angeles Regional Center

    Gives parents and caregivers information, education, community resources, and referrals to support the development of people with special needs. Staff help families navigate systems, including eligibility with regional centers, insurance, Medi-Cal, and school districts.

    Where
    Los Angeles County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Family Empowerment Centers serve families of children and young adults with disabilities ages 3 to 22. Its FEC area is Los Angeles Catchment Area B (Compton, Downey, Lynwood, and Paramount districts, plus part of LAUSD). It is also an Early Start FRC and runs Navigator programs, per the page. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Med-QUEST (Hawaiʻi Medicaid)

    Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services, Med-QUEST Division

    Med-QUEST is Hawaiʻi's Medicaid program. Apply online through the KOLEA application (medical.mybenefits.hawaii.gov), by phone, or by mailing or faxing form DHS 1100. Eligible people get a packet to choose a QUEST Integration health plan. Newborns of mothers enrolled in a QUEST Integration plan on the delivery date are automatically enrolled in the mother's plan for at least 30 days. If you become eligible again within six months, Med-QUEST reassigns you to your former plan.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Covers eligible children, adults, pregnant women, and people who are aged, blind, or disabled. Long-term care and disability applicants need extra forms (listed on the page). People not eligible for Medicaid or CHIP may use the federal marketplace at Healthcare.gov. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant CareMental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Medi-Cal

    California Department of Health Care Services

    Medi-Cal is Medicaid for California. It gives free or low-cost health coverage to people who qualify, and pays for doctor visits, dental care, eye exams, medicine, and more. You can sign up online, by phone, by mail, or at a county office.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    The page says you may get Medi-Cal if you live in California and meet the rules. The state and county decide eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Medicaid and CHIP for Children (Idaho)

    Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW)

    Idaho Medicaid covers eligible children, and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) is low-cost coverage for children under 19 whose family income is too high for Medicaid. DHW says to apply even if you aren't sure you're eligible. Apply online through idalink (idalink.idaho.gov), by phone, at the closest field office, or by email, fax, or mail. After approval, a Medicaid benefits plan is chosen for you. Programs such as EPSDT, Katie Beckett, YES, and Children's Developmental Disabilities need additional forms.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Low cost
    Who it's for

    Children under 19 who are U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens and meet income guidelines. CHIP is for children who live in Idaho, are within income guidelines, and don't have private health insurance. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Metro Centers for Community Advocacy: domestic violence shelter and services (Jefferson, St. Charles, St. James, St. John the Baptist)

    Metro Centers for Community Advocacy

    Metro gives survivors crisis intervention, referrals, support groups, medical and legal advocacy, shelter, individual support, safety planning and caregiver support. It runs a main office complex, a shelter and six satellite offices, and a 24/7 crisis line for counseling and referrals; its site lists the 24 Hour Crisis Hotline as 888-411-1333. All services to survivors are free and confidential. Metro is the only DCFS-approved domestic violence program in Jefferson, St. Charles, St. John and St. James Parishes, and it also serves sexual assault survivors in Orleans, St. Bernard, St. Tammany and Plaquemines.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Jefferson Parish, St. Charles Parish, St. James Parish and St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of domestic violence in Jefferson, St. Charles, St. James and St. John the Baptist Parishes; sexual assault services also reach four more parishes. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Metropolitan Human Services District (MHSD): mental health, addiction and developmental disability services

    Metropolitan Human Services District (MHSD)

    MHSD serves people of all ages in Orleans, Plaquemines and St. Bernard Parishes who have mental illness (such as depression, anxiety or PTSD), addiction (such as alcohol, opioids, cocaine or gambling), or an intellectual or physical impairment that began before age 22 (such as Down syndrome, autism or epilepsy). It offers same-day walk-in for services, appointments, homeless outreach and Mental Health First Aid training, and runs a 24-hour crisis line.

    Where
    Orleans Parish, Plaquemines Parish and St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Residents of Orleans, Plaquemines and St. Bernard Parishes who are uninsured or Medicaid-eligible and have one of the conditions served. A 'Do You Qualify?' page has details. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust

    Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust

    Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust is the DCF-designated Continuum of Care lead agency for its area. It coordinates local homeless services such as emergency shelter, street outreach, homelessness prevention rental help, and rapid rehousing.

    Where
    Miami-Dade County, Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the counties served. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Mobile Crisis Intervention Services for Youth (2-1-1)

    Connecticut Department of Children and Families

    Mobile Crisis Intervention Services helps any Connecticut family with a child 0-18 having a mental or behavioral health crisis. Call 2-1-1 and press 1 for crisis, then 1 for youth. A crisis specialist connects you to a local Mobile Crisis provider, and a trained clinician can come to the child within 45 minutes, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The team then works with the family for up to six weeks and builds a Crisis Safety Plan.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For any family with a child 0-18 in a mental or behavioral health crisis, for example when the child is out of control, at risk of acting violently, or threatening to hurt themselves or others. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Mobile Crisis Intervention Services, Northern Delaware

    Delaware Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (DHSS)

    This 24/7 service gives hotline support, mobile outreach, and walk-in services for a psychiatric or substance use crisis. It's at the Fernhook Building, 14 Central Avenue, New Castle, DE 19720. A Recovery Response Center in Newark (659 East Chestnut Hill Rd) offers facility-based crisis care for adults.

    Not for emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, have taken an overdose, or have harmed yourself in any way, DIAL 9-1-1

    Where
    New Castle County and Kent County, Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Serves all of New Castle County and greater Smyrna in northern Kent County. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Mobile Crisis Intervention Services, Southern Delaware

    Delaware Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (DHSS)

    This 24/7 service gives hotline support, mobile outreach, and walk-in crisis services. It's at 700 Main Street (rear entrance), Ellendale, DE 19941. A Recovery Response Center at the same address offers crisis stabilization and a 'Living Room' crisis alternative.

    Not for emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, have taken an overdose, or have harmed yourself in any way, DIAL 9-1-1

    Where
    Sussex County and Kent County, Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Serves all of Sussex County and Kent County south of greater Smyrna. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Mobile crisis teams and crisis stabilization centers (Maryland Behavioral Health Administration)

    Maryland Department of Health (MDH), Behavioral Health Administration (BHA)

    Maryland's Behavioral Health Administration funds urgent and crisis behavioral health care across the state. Some form of mobile crisis response is available in every Maryland jurisdiction for people of all ages: teams come to a home, school or other place to calm the situation, assess needs and connect people to ongoing care. A mobile model for children, youth and families can support a family for several weeks after a crisis. Crisis receiving and stabilization centers offer walk-in or scheduled help. To reach mobile crisis, call or text 988; in a medical emergency, call 911.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Phone
    988
    Who it's for

    People of all ages in Maryland having a behavioral health crisis. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Mobile Response Teams (behavioral health crisis)

    Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)

    More than 50 Mobile Response Teams give 24/7 emergency behavioral health care anywhere in Florida, at home, at school, or wherever the crisis is. Services include screening and assessment, de-escalation and stabilization, crisis counseling, safety planning, psychoeducation, and care coordination, in person or by telehealth. A 988 Florida Lifeline counselor can send a team when in-person help is needed.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For people with an emotional disturbance or a mental health or emotional crisis, people whose escalating symptoms affect daily functioning, and children in the child welfare system at risk of placement instability. Find the team for your county on DCF's Specialty Treatment Team Maps. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • MOMS Helpline

    Indiana Department of Health

    MOMS Helpline's Communication Specialists answer questions about pregnancy, prenatal care, parenting and infant and toddler development, and connect callers with local resources such as diapers, baby formula, car seats, child care, food, housing and health insurance. Calls are free and confidential.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Indiana who is 16 or older can contact Moms Helpline. See the official site for current rules.

    Infant CareFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • My Child Care Plan

    California network of child care resource and referral (R&R) agencies

    A statewide network of local child care resource and referral agencies that helps families find licensed, quality, affordable child care. Answer a few questions to see providers and build a child care plan.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Free to use for families looking for child care. Help paying for care depends on separate subsidy programs and their rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • NAMI Arkansas

    NAMI Arkansas

    NAMI Arkansas is a nonprofit that helps people living with mental illness, their families, and the community. It coordinates a statewide network of local support groups (including virtual groups) and offers education programs, resources, and a helpline.

    Not for emergencies. In a crisis? Call 988 or go to your local emergency room immediately

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Arkansans living with mental illness and their families and friends. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline

    National Domestic Violence Hotline

    Free, confidential, 24/7 support from advocates by call, chat, or text (START to 88788), including crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals to local resources. Help is available for anyone affected by relationship abuse.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone. The Hotline does not give direct financial help (like cash or hotel vouchers) but can connect you with local resources. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • National Parent & Youth Helpline

    Parents Anonymous

    Free, confidential support for parents, children, and youth from trained Helpline Specialists by call, text, or live chat, available 24/7. Run by Parents Anonymous, which also offers Parents Anonymous support groups.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For parents, children, and youth. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingMental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse (Fatherhood.gov)

    U.S. Administration for Children and Families, Office of Family Assistance

    A federally funded national resource for fathers. Offers a library of fatherhood resources, activities for dads and kids, topics like co-parenting, blended families, and economic stability, a Program Map to find local fatherhood programs, and a National Call Center for dads.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to all fathers and the public. Local programs found through the Program Map set their own eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Neighborhood Place assistance programs (Louisville Metro)

    Louisville Metro Office of Social Services (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Louisville Metro's Neighborhood Place assistance programs include a Housing Stabilization Program with short- and long-term rental assistance plus case management, the HOPE Assistance program for seniors and people with disabilities on fixed incomes who owe their landlord, LG&E or Louisville Water, LIHEAP energy help, and information on MSD discount programs. Appointments are made online or by phone, first-come, first-served.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits and other rules apply. Housing Stabilization requires case management and has work-history rules. HOPE is for seniors and people with disabilities on fixed incomes. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • New Hope Midcoast domestic violence services (Knox, Lincoln, Sagadahoc and Waldo Counties)

    New Hope Midcoast

    New Hope Midcoast is the regional domestic violence resource center for Midcoast Maine, serving people affected by domestic abuse, dating violence and stalking in Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox and Waldo Counties from three locations. Its services include a 24/7 helpline, hospital accompaniment, group healing, legal services, emergency sheltering and transitional housing. Services are decided case by case.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Knox County, Lincoln County, Sagadahoc County and Waldo County, Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People affected by domestic abuse in Knox, Lincoln, Sagadahoc and Waldo Counties. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • New Orleans Health Department WIC clinics (Orleans Parish)

    City of New Orleans, New Orleans Health Department

    The City of New Orleans Health Department runs WIC clinics in New Orleans, including New Orleans East, Edna Pilsbury (Central City), Ida Hymel and A.P. Sanchez (Lower 9th Ward). WIC offers breastfeeding support and breast pumps per WIC guidelines, monthly benefits for healthy foods, formula and infant foods, nutrition counseling, group classes, and referrals to Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, LaCHIP and Healthy Start. Choose the clinic most convenient for you and call it for an appointment. People with proof of Medicaid, SNAP or TANF automatically meet the income rule.

    Where
    Orleans Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to 5 who meet the income rule. Each clinic has its own days and hours. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Next Step Domestic Violence Project (Hancock and Washington Counties)

    Next Step Domestic Violence Project

    Next Step offers free services to people affected by domestic violence in Hancock and Washington Counties, from Eastport to Topsfield and Bar Harbor to Bucksport. Call the 24/7 helpline; you do not have to be in crisis to call. Next Step also works with police, probation and the district attorney's office on safety and accountability.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Hancock County and Washington County, Maine
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    People affected by domestic violence in Hancock and Washington Counties. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • NPOWR! (Noncustodial Parent Outreach Work Referral)

    Arkansas Office of Child Support Enforcement

    NPOWR! is a 90-day OCSE program that gives job placement help and job-readiness services to noncustodial parents who are unemployed and behind on child support. OCSE runs it with the Arkansas Workforce Centers, the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services, and the Arkansas Workforce Development Board, which provide skills assessments and job search help.

    Where
    Pulaski County and Lonoke County, Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For noncustodial parents who live in Pulaski or Lonoke County (the child support case can be in any Arkansas county), are unemployed, and are at least 30-90 days behind on child support. Call the information line or fill out the online inquiry form. See the official site for current rules.

    Child SupportFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Nurturing Fathers Program and parenting classes (KVCAP)

    Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (KVCAP)

    KVCAP offers parenting classes and groups, including the Nurturing Fathers Program, a 12-session class for dads and any father figure. It covers the roots of fathering, nurturing children and yourself, positive discipline, managing anger and resolving conflict, co-parenting and balancing work. Other classes cover parenting young children, preteens and teens, separating and divorcing parents, families in recovery, and families of children with special needs. Contact a parenting staff member to pre-register.

    Where
    Kennebec County and Somerset County, Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Fathers and father figures, and other parents and caregivers, in KVCAP's area. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention (LFUCG)

    Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention, Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG)

    LFUCG's Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention posts up-to-date lists of income-based housing, income-restricted housing and properties that accept vouchers in Lexington, as a starting point for families who need a home they can afford. It does not track current vacancies. LFUCG's housing advocates can help Lexington residents find affordable units and landlords willing to work with barriers such as past evictions or a criminal record. For meals, clothing and shelters, the page points to 211.

    Where
    Fayette County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Lexington-Fayette residents looking for affordable housing or help with homelessness. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Office of Social Services: LIHEAP utility help and rent/mortgage assistance (East Baton Rouge Parish)

    City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, Office of Social Services

    The City-Parish Office of Social Services takes applications for LIHEAP utility assistance (crisis and non-crisis) and for rent or mortgage assistance. LIHEAP applications can be made online; all applications can also be picked up, dropped off or mailed at the main office on Plank Road, and paper applications are available at local community centers. People who are homebound or need help with the application can call. If you have a disconnect notice or your service is off, visit the main office or call with your name, contact number and account number. Applications are handled first-come, first-served, and communication is by email.

    Where
    East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Residents served by the City-Parish Office of Social Services who meet LIHEAP or assistance program rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Oʻahu Coordinated Entry System (Partners in Care)

    Partners in Care (Oʻahu Continuum of Care)

    The Oʻahu Coordinated Entry System uses a 'no wrong door' approach: individuals and families can enter through any participating access point, in person or virtually, and get connected to housing resources such as transitional housing, rapid re-housing, and permanent supportive housing. Youth 18-24 can use any access point or youth-specific ones such as RYSE. Domestic violence survivors can start by calling a victim service provider hotline. Aloha United Way's 211 line can tell you the nearest access point.

    Where
    City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people experiencing a housing crisis on Oʻahu. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Oʻahu Family Court Self-Help: Hoʻokele Self-Help Desk and Kapolei Access to Justice Room

    Hawaiʻi State Judiciary, Family Court of the First Circuit

    At the Ronald T.Y. Moon Kapolei Courthouse (4675 Kapolei Parkway), the Hoʻokele Program (Self-Help Desk) gives court users brochures, self-help packets, court forms, instructions, and one-on-one help filling out forms, plus referrals to outside agencies; it's open 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The Kapolei Access to Justice Room has volunteer attorneys who give limited legal advice to unrepresented people in Family Court civil cases, by phone, video, or in person, by appointment.

    Where
    City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For self-represented people with Oʻahu Family Court matters. Access to Justice Room hours: first and third Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (phone and virtual); second Friday, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in person at the Supreme Court Law Library (417 South King Street, Rm. 115, Honolulu). See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • On My Way Pre-K: free pre-K for 4-year-olds

    Indiana FSSA, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (OECOSL)

    On My Way Pre-K is Indiana's state-funded pre-K program for 4-year-olds from low-income families, at no cost to the family. Apply through Early Ed Connect. The family agreement is available in English and Spanish.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    The child must be 4 years old by August 1, 2026 and plan to start kindergarten in the 2027-2028 school year. Income limits apply (see the official page), and the parent or guardian must be working, in school or in job training. If funding allows, a limited number of vouchers may go to families with somewhat higher incomes. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Orange County Fatherhood Coalition

    First 5 Orange County

    A coalition started in 2022 that shares best practices and resources for fathers and providers and helps agencies become father friendly. First 5 Orange County, with the National Fatherhood Initiative, also offers ProFathering15, a free, self-paced online course for dads on fathering, parenting, and healthy relationships, in English and Spanish.

    Where
    Orange County, California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    ProFathering15 is for dads; participants who finish earn a Certificate of Completion. The coalition is for agencies serving Orange County families. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Order of Protection Clinic (Ascend Justice) at the Domestic Violence Courthouse

    Ascend Justice / Circuit Court of Cook County

    Attorneys give legal advice to domestic violence victims seeking civil orders of protection, and representation in divorces for DV victims may also be available. Domestic Violence Courthouse, Suite 1900, 555 West Harrison Street, Chicago. Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., except court holidays. Walk-ins are first come, first served, or call for remote help. Court advocates also help at the suburban courthouses (for example, Between Friends at Rolling Meadows, 847-818-8900).

    Where
    Cook County, Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Domestic violence victims seeking orders of protection in Cook County. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Our Path Home Connect - Ada County Coordinated Entry (Ada County CONNECT)

    Ada County CONNECT (Low Income Supports, Inc.), for Our Path Home

    Our Path Home Connect is the Coordinated Entry point for Ada County, run by Ada County CONNECT for Our Path Home, the local public-private partnership working to end homelessness. Each household experiencing homelessness is invited to Housing Planning, where all resource options are discussed and, if needed, the household is placed on the prioritized access list. Call the Housing Crisis Hotline or visit 503 S. Americana Blvd., Boise (Tuesday-Friday 9am-3pm; Monday by appointment only). You can also refer through Findhelp.org.

    Where
    Ada County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Households in Ada County experiencing homelessness or housing instability. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Paid Family Leave (PFL)

    California Employment Development Department (EDD)

    Short-term partial wage replacement for California workers who take time off to bond with a new child, care for a seriously ill family member, or support a family member's military deployment. Bonding claims are open to fathers, as well as mothers and foster or adoptive parents.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Per EDD, you generally must have lost wages because of the leave, be employed or looking for work when leave starts, and have earned wages with State Disability Insurance (CASDI) deductions in the last 18 months (a minimum earnings amount applies; see the official page). Benefits last up to 8 weeks in a 12-month period. PFL does not provide job protection. EDD decides eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Palm Beach County Human & Veteran Services (Homeless CoC)

    Palm Beach County Human & Veteran Services (Homeless CoC)

    Palm Beach County Human & Veteran Services (Homeless CoC) is the DCF-designated Continuum of Care lead agency for its area. It coordinates local homeless services such as emergency shelter, street outreach, homelessness prevention rental help, and rapid rehousing.

    Where
    Palm Beach County, Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the counties served. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parent Education and Family Stabilization Course (divorce)

    Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)

    Florida law (section 61.21) requires divorcing parents to take a Parent Education and Family Stabilization course. DCF approves the providers, instructors, and curriculum. Courses are at least 4 hours and teach parents about the impact of divorce on parents and children. DCF links a list of approved local and online course providers.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For divorcing parents and others ordered by the court to take the course. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parent Education Program (PEP) for Divorce and Custody Cases

    Delaware Family Court

    Delaware Family Court requires a 6-8 hour parent education class in divorce cases with children up to age 17, in custody cases, and in some visitation cases. DV-specific classes are offered. Classes are given by DSCYF-certified providers, including an online option. Certificates can be emailed to FC_DivorceAncillary@delaware.gov.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    A divorce petition is dismissed if no certificate is filed within 180 days. Each program sets its own fee, up to $100 per parent, and programs offer financial aid. The court can waive the class requirement itself for good reason if you file a motion. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parent Information Center of Delaware (PTI)

    Parent Information Center of Delaware

    The Parent Information Center of Delaware is the state's federally designated Parent Training and Information Center. It helps parents and caregivers of children and youth with disabilities from birth to 26 with training, information, help with IEPs and IFSPs, procedural safeguards and rights, and dispute resolution options.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For families of children and youth with disabilities or special needs, birth through 26. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parent to Parent of Georgia (Parent Training and Information Center)

    Parent to Parent of Georgia, Inc.

    Parent to Parent of Georgia is a statewide nonprofit supporting families and individuals from birth through age 26 who are affected by disabilities or special health care needs. It is Georgia's Parent Training and Information Center (PTI), Health Information Center (Family-to-Family), Babies Can't Wait Central Directory, and Parent to Parent USA affiliate. It offers a searchable provider database, the Roadmap to Success guide, and a training and events calendar.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Georgia families and individuals, birth through age 26, affected by disabilities or special health care needs. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)

    Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund (DREDF)

    DREDF's PTI helps families get appropriate education and services for children with disabilities, resolve problems with schools or other agencies, and connect to community resources. It offers trainings in English and Spanish, including a monthly Special Education Academy, and education advocates families can call or email.

    Where
    Serves 30 counties in California
    All 30 counties

    Alameda County, Alpine County, Amador County, Butte County, Calaveras County, Colusa County, Contra Costa County, Del Norte County, El Dorado County, Glenn County, Humboldt County, Lake County, Lassen County, Mendocino County, Modoc County, Nevada County, Placer County, Plumas County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Shasta County, Sierra County, Siskiyou County, Stanislaus County, Sutter County, Tehama County, Trinity County, Tuolumne County, Yolo County and Yuba County

    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For parents, youth, and professionals in the 30 Central and Northern California counties listed on the page. Families outside that area can use the California PTI service map. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parent/Professional Advocacy League (PPAL)

    Parent/Professional Advocacy League

    PPAL is the Massachusetts family voice for children's mental health. Its trained staff, mostly family members with lived experience raising youth with emotional, behavioral and mental health challenges, support families, build advocacy skills and help them connect with resources and services. PPAL also offers workshops, support groups, family networking events and publications in English, Spanish and Portuguese. All services for families are free.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Families of children and youth with emotional, behavioral or mental health challenges in Massachusetts.

    Mental HealthSpecial-Needs ParentingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parentage and Child Support Advice Desk (Greater Chicago Legal Clinic)

    Greater Chicago Legal Clinic / Circuit Court of Cook County

    Attorneys give legal advice and help with child support and paternity (parentage) cases in Cook County. Services are remote only: call and leave a message with your name and number to get a call back. Attorneys do not represent people in court.

    Where
    Cook County, Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People with Cook County child support or parentage cases. See the official site for current rules.

    Child SupportCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parenting or co-parenting classes in Kansas divorce and custody cases

    Kansas Judicial Branch

    Kansas law lets district courts require parents in divorce and custody cases to take a parent education class, and some judicial districts require one by local rule. The Judicial Branch's divorce-with-children checklist tells parents to attend any parenting, co-parenting or divorce class their local rules require. Ask your district court clerk or check your district's local rules for which class applies, how to sign up and any fee. Some districts' classes are listed separately in this directory.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For parents in Kansas divorce, parentage or custody cases where the local court requires or orders a class. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parenting Plan Dispute Resolution (Court Mediation)

    Alaska Court System

    Alaska courts offer mediation for parents who need to create a parenting plan. A neutral mediator helps parents resolve disputes about access and visitation and build a workable co-parenting plan. Parents can ask for it using court form MED-405.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For parents in Alaska divorce or custody cases who need a parenting plan. The page has a section on what happens if there is domestic violence. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeDivorce

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parenting Seminar for Divorcing Parents (Uniform Superior Court Rule 24.8)

    Superior Courts of Georgia (Judicial Council of Georgia, Administrative Office of the Courts)

    Under Uniform Superior Court Rule 24.8, any superior court circuit may set up a seminar of up to four hours that teaches parties to domestic relations cases how divorce affects children. It covers parents' actions during and after separation, children at different developmental stages, and the economics of divorce. Judges may require any or all parties to attend by court order. Failing to finish it can mean the final divorce decree is withheld, contempt, or an award of attorney fees and costs. Courts may accept approved out-of-county seminars or alternative counseling.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Applies only where your superior court circuit has set up a program and the judge orders attendance. The judge can waive it for good cause, such as living outside Georgia or the county, or having a similar program available. Ask your superior court clerk or check your circuit's standing order. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parents Forever co-parenting class (Johnson County)

    Johnson County Mental Health Center

    Parents Forever is the required class for parents filing new divorce or paternity actions in Johnson County. It covers how family changes affect children, how domestic violence affects children, co-parenting and conflict resolution, and self-help options in the court process. There are three levels; take the level on your court order, or Level 2 if no level is named or your order is dated before April 1, 2023. Register and pay online, or choose pay later and pay by phone. Co-parents don't have to attend the same class, and virtual sessions are offered (you must be on camera).

    Where
    Johnson County, Kansas
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    For parents in new Johnson County divorce or paternity cases, as ordered by the court. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parents Helping Parents (PHP)

    Parents Helping Parents Inc.

    A nonprofit that helps children and adults with disabilities get the support and services they need through information, training, individual help, and resources. Programs include PHP@IEP, which prepares and goes with a parent to an IEP meeting, Connections California for the transition to adulthood, and weekly support groups led by licensed therapists.

    Where
    Santa Clara County, San Mateo County, Santa Cruz County, Monterey County and San Benito County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Serves all ages and all disabilities, per the page. It is the FEC for Santa Clara County and a Parent Training and Information Center (birth through 26) that also serves San Mateo, Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito counties. PHP says it is not a law firm or legal service agency. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parents' Place Family Resource and Empowerment Center

    San Gabriel/Pomona Parents' Place

    Support for families of children and young adults with special needs across the San Gabriel and Pomona valleys. Services include information, training, IEP and dispute-resolution help, transition to adult life, referrals, and peer support in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Vietnamese.

    Where
    Los Angeles County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    It serves families with children ages 0 to 26, and individuals of any age through its Community Navigator Program, per the page. Its FEC area is Los Angeles Catchment Area J (Pasadena, Pomona, West Covina, and other districts listed on the page). See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Parents' Place of Maryland: Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)

    The Parents' Place of Maryland (PPMD)

    Parents' Place of Maryland is Maryland's Parent Training and Information Center and Family-to-Family Health Information Center. Staff who have a child or loved one with a disability give families peer support on special education, health care and behavioral health systems, and offer trainings for parents and professionals, plus guides and resources in English and Spanish.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Maryland families of children and loved ones with disabilities, special health care needs or behavioral health needs. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Partners for Peace domestic violence services (Penobscot and Piscataquis Counties)

    Partners for Peace

    Partners for Peace gives support, advocacy and education to anyone affected by domestic abuse, partner abuse, dating violence, stalking or human trafficking in Penobscot and Piscataquis Counties. Along with 24-hour support, it provides emergency shelter, transitional housing and housing support.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Penobscot County and Piscataquis County, Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone affected by domestic abuse in Penobscot and Piscataquis Counties. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Partnership Family Empowerment Center (Eastern Los Angeles Family Resource Center)

    Eastern Los Angeles Family Resource Center

    Helps parents, caregivers, and professionals find resources to meet children's developmental, educational, and health care needs. It offers information, referrals, trainings, parent-to-parent emotional support, and support groups for different language and cultural backgrounds, with offices in Alhambra and East Los Angeles.

    Where
    Los Angeles County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Family Empowerment Centers serve families of children and young adults with disabilities ages 3 to 22. Its FEC area is Los Angeles Catchment Area C (Alhambra, Montebello, Whittier, and other districts listed on the page, plus part of LAUSD). It is also an Early Start Family Resource Center, per the page. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Partnerships in Child Care: child care resource and referral (VOA South Central Louisiana)

    Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana

    Partnerships in Child Care is the state-designated Child Care Resource and Referral agency for 25 parishes in south Louisiana. It gives parents custom referrals to licensed child care centers and family child care providers in their area, and offers training and on-site help to child care providers. It serves families with children from birth to age five.

    Where
    Serves 25 parishes in Louisiana
    All 25 parishes

    Acadia Parish, Allen Parish, Ascension Parish, Avoyelles Parish, Beauregard Parish, Calcasieu Parish, Cameron Parish, East Baton Rouge Parish, East Feliciana Parish, Evangeline Parish, Iberia Parish, Iberville Parish, Jefferson Davis Parish, Livingston Parish, Rapides Parish, St. Helena Parish, St. Landry Parish, St. Martin Parish, St. Mary Parish, St. Tammany Parish, Tangipahoa Parish, Vermilion Parish, Vernon Parish, West Baton Rouge Parish and West Feliciana Parish

    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents and caregivers looking for child care in the 25 parishes served. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • PATCH Child Care Resource and Referral - City and County of Honolulu

    PATCH (People Attentive To Children)

    PATCH is a Hawaiʻi child care resource hub. Its referral specialists help families find child care providers that fit their needs, give provider profiles (hours, ages served, programs), share information on choosing quality care, and offer child care subsidies to eligible families. Families can also search PATCH's provider database online. Oʻahu main office: 560 North Nimitz Highway, Suite 218, Honolulu.

    Where
    City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to any family looking for child care. Referrals aren't based on current vacancies. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • PATCH Child Care Resource and Referral - Hawaiʻi County

    PATCH (People Attentive To Children)

    PATCH is a Hawaiʻi child care resource hub. Its referral specialists help families find child care providers that fit their needs, give provider profiles (hours, ages served, programs), share information on choosing quality care, and offer child care subsidies to eligible families. Families can also search PATCH's provider database online. East Hawaiʻi office: 26 Waianuenue Avenue, Hilo. West Hawaiʻi (Kailua-Kona) office: (808) 322-3500.

    Where
    Hawaiʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to any family looking for child care. Referrals aren't based on current vacancies. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • PATCH Child Care Resource and Referral - Kauaʻi County

    PATCH (People Attentive To Children)

    PATCH is a Hawaiʻi child care resource hub. Its referral specialists help families find child care providers that fit their needs, give provider profiles (hours, ages served, programs), share information on choosing quality care, and offer child care subsidies to eligible families. Families can also search PATCH's provider database online. Kauaʻi office: 4485 Pahe`e Street, Suite 124, Līhuʻe.

    Where
    Kauaʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to any family looking for child care. Referrals aren't based on current vacancies. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • PATCH Child Care Resource and Referral - Maui County

    PATCH (People Attentive To Children)

    PATCH is a Hawaiʻi child care resource hub. Its referral specialists help families find child care providers that fit their needs, give provider profiles (hours, ages served, programs), share information on choosing quality care, and offer child care subsidies to eligible families. Families can also search PATCH's provider database online. Maui office: 1063 Lower Main Street, Unit C-217, Wailuku.

    Where
    Maui County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to any family looking for child care. Referrals aren't based on current vacancies. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • PeachCare for Kids

    Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH)

    PeachCare for Kids is Georgia's state children's insurance program (S-CHIP) for uninsured children. Benefits include doctor visits, preventive care and immunizations, specialist, dental, and vision care, hospitalization, emergency room services, prescriptions, mental health care, and 12 months of postpartum benefits. Each child gets a Georgia Families Care Management Organization and a chosen primary care provider. Apply online through Georgia Gateway (choose 'Medical Assistance'), by phone, in person at a local DFCS office or Right from the Start Medical Assistance Group office, or by mail. One application covers both Medicaid and PeachCare; children are placed in the right program.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    For Georgia children age 18 and under (eligible until their 19th birthday) who are U.S. citizens or in an eligible legal immigrant category, have no current coverage, and aren't eligible for Medicaid. Income limits apply and are updated annually; see the official page. Income is verified at application and each annual renewal. Processing can take up to 45 days. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial AidInfant CareMental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • PEAK Parent Center (Colorado Parent Training and Information Center)

    PEAK Parent Center

    PEAK Parent Center is a Parent Center, founded in 1986, that gives information and training to families of children with disabilities from birth through 26, and to youth self-advocates. Through its Parent Training and Information (PTI) project, trained parent advisors help families understand their rights and the special education and IEP process, find inclusive options, and work with professionals. It offers free community workshops and webinars.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Colorado families of children with disabilities ages birth through 26, and youth with disabilities up to 26. Services are offered in English and Spanish, with Cultural Mediators for other languages as needed. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Pima County Superior Court Law Library and Resource Center

    Superior Court of Arizona in Pima County

    The Pima County Superior Court's Law Library and Resource Center helps people find legal forms, do legal research, represent themselves in court, or find a lawyer. Its family court forms, in English and Spanish, cover divorce, paternity, child support, parenting plans, mediation and conciliation, fee waivers, and changing or enforcing orders.

    Where
    Pima County, Arizona
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For people with cases in the Pima County Superior Court, especially those without a lawyer. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Planning for Parenting Time: Arizona's Guide for Parents Living Apart

    Arizona Supreme Court

    The Arizona Supreme Court's parenting time guide helps parents design a parenting plan. It gives sample parenting time schedules by child age, from birth through the teen years, and covers holidays and school breaks, long-distance parenting and relocation, and special situations such as high conflict, incarcerated parents, military families, never-married parents, safety, and children with special needs.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Arizona parents living apart who are making or changing a parenting plan. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Polk County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project

    Polk County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project (PCBA VLP)

    The Volunteer Lawyers Project matches low-income people with volunteer attorneys for civil cases such as family law, consumer, housing, guardianship and wills, and provides volunteer mediators for family cases. On most Friday afternoons at the Polk County Courthouse, volunteers give free help to people with scheduled family law pretrial conferences, including completing court-ordered paperwork. Apply online or call the intake line (9 to 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 to 4 p.m.).

    Where
    Polk County, Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For low-income residents of Polk County, Iowa, or cases venued in Polk County. No criminal cases or cases that could bring a money settlement, such as starting a personal injury case. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Polk County Crisis & Advocacy Services

    Polk County, Iowa

    Polk County Crisis & Advocacy Services gives free, voluntary, confidential help to victims of crime in Polk County, whether or not police are involved and however long ago it happened. Services include 24-hour crisis response, help with the Crime Victim Compensation Program, advocacy with courts and police, counseling, support groups and referrals.

    Where
    Polk County, Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Victims of crime in Polk County, including sexual assault, assault, homicide, robbery and other crimes. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Polk County homeless services: Centralized Intake

    Primary Health Care (PHC)

    Centralized Intake is the starting point for homeless services in Polk County. Walk in with no appointment, Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at 1200 University Ave, Suite 110A, Des Moines (west entrance). Staff talk with you about your needs and connect you with housing, benefits and health care programs. Bring any ID or documents you have; you can still come without them. Arrive early, as same-day help isn't guaranteed. If you can't come in, call (the line has no voicemail).

    Where
    Polk County, Iowa
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Polk County. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Postpartum Support International: Help for Dads

    Postpartum Support International (PSI)

    Support for fathers dealing with depression or anxiety during pregnancy or after a baby arrives. Includes a call/text HelpLine, free peer support such as support groups (including a group for dads) and a peer mentor program, a weekly Chat with an Expert call, and a directory of perinatal mental health providers.

    Not for emergencies. The PSI HelpLine is not a crisis hotline and does not handle emergencies. In a crisis, call 988 or your local emergency number, or call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 833-852-6262 (24/7).

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For dads facing perinatal mental health challenges. The PSI HelpLine is not a crisis hotline and does not handle emergencies. You leave a confidential message any time and a trained volunteer returns your call or text; messages are returned every day, within 8am-11pm EST. In a crisis, call 988 or your local emergency number, or call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 833-852-6262 (24/7).

    Mental HealthInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Prairie State Legal Services

    Prairie State Legal Services (PSLS)

    Prairie State Legal Services gives legal help in 36 Illinois counties through offices in Bloomington, Galesburg, Joliet, Kankakee, McHenry, Moline, Ottawa, Peoria, Rockford, Waukegan and West Chicago. First-time callers can reach the Telephone Counseling Service through their local office number for advice or a referral (9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday to Friday). PSLS also runs a Domestic Violence Helpline (844-388-7757) and an Eviction Help Illinois Helpline (855-631-0811).

    Where
    Serves 36 counties in Illinois
    All 36 counties

    Livingston County, McLean County, Woodford County, Henderson County, Knox County, McDonough County, Warren County, Will County, Iroquois County, Kankakee County, McHenry County, Henry County, Lee County, Mercer County, Rock Island County, Whiteside County, Bureau County, Grundy County, LaSalle County, Putnam County, Fulton County, Marshall County, Peoria County, Stark County, Tazewell County, Boone County, Carroll County, Jo Daviess County, Ogle County, Stephenson County, Winnebago County, Lake County, DeKalb County, DuPage County, Kane County and Kendall County

    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Residents of the counties served; contact the local office. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Preschool for All (PFA) and Preschool for All Expansion

    Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC)

    Preschool for All provides at least 12.5 hours a week of high-quality preschool for eligible children ages 3 to 5, with developmental screening and bachelor's-level licensed early childhood teachers. Preschool for All Expansion serves 3- to 5-year-olds in high-need communities with 5 hours of education plus screenings and services for medical, dental and mental health, and family engagement support. Eligibility and requirements vary by program.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Eligible families with children ages 3 to 5. Eligibility and requirements vary by program. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Preschool Open Doors (POD)

    Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services (DHS), administered with PATCH

    Preschool Open Doors gives monthly preschool tuition subsidies to qualified families for up to three school years before kindergarten. It can be used at DHS-licensed preschools or exempt center-based providers listed with DHS. Unlike the Child Care Subsidy, parents don't need a work or school activity. The 2026-27 application period opened May 29, 2026. Applications are reviewed in the order received, and benefits start on the application date or the child's enrollment date, whichever is later. If funding runs out, families go on a wait list. Apply online at ChildCareSubsidyApplication.dhs.hawaii.gov or with a PDF application from PATCH. You can apply for POD and the Child Care Subsidy together.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Child must be eligible for kindergarten at the end of the POD program year, or turn 3 or 2 by July 31 of the program year, and live with the applicant. Household income limits apply. The application period runs from April 1 before the program year through May 31 (or the last workday of May); late-day applications after 4:30 p.m. HST on the last day count as next working day. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland (PBRC): free legal help for tenants and homeowners

    Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland (PBRC)

    The Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland is the pro bono arm of the Maryland State Bar Association. It does not give general legal advice or attorney referrals, but it offers free legal help in specific areas: tenants and consumers facing eviction or debt cases (brief advice, day-of-court clinics and sometimes representation), homeowners (wills and other estate documents, tax sale and foreclosure prevention, deed issues), and immigrants. Its Legal Help page also lists other organizations that may help.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    People in the specific groups PBRC serves (tenants and consumers, homeowners, immigrants). See the official site for current rules.

    Housing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Probate and Family Court self-help and forms (Massachusetts)

    Massachusetts Probate and Family Court

    The Probate and Family Court handles divorce, parentage, child support, custody, parenting time, adoption, abuse prevention, guardianship and name changes. Its forms page collects court forms by subject, including divorce and separate support, child support guidelines worksheets, financial statements, and complaints for parentage, custody, support and parenting time, and links to filing fees and to the indigency waiver of court fees. The court also runs virtual registries for face-to-face help from court staff online. File with your local division.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone with a family or probate matter in a Massachusetts Probate and Family Court division.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Project Fatherhood

    Children's Institute

    A program, started in 1966, that teaches parenting skills to fathers, stepfathers, foster fathers, and male relatives through support groups. It offers individual and family counseling, support groups including the Men in Relationships Group (MIRG), couples groups, and therapeutic activities for children.

    Where
    Los Angeles County, California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Participants must live in Los Angeles County and be fathers or father figures with children under 24. Services are available regardless of nationality or legal status, per the page. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Promoting Opportunities for Parents Program (POPP): fatherhood and parenting classes

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS), Child Support Services

    Iowa HHS Child Support Services partners with community providers that offer parenting or fatherhood classes and employment resources, and can give incentives for taking part. Current partners (July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027) are Children & Families of Iowa (24/7 Dad, Understanding Dads for Moms and Caring Dads curriculums), the Evelyn K. Davis Center and St. Vincent de Paul of Des Moines (both serving Polk and surrounding counties).

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents who face barriers to meeting their obligations to their children, through an approved partner program. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Public pre-K for 3- and 4-year-olds (Maryland school districts, Blueprint for Maryland's Future)

    Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)

    Under the Blueprint for Maryland's Future, Maryland is expanding high-quality full-day pre-K, with priority for 3- and 4-year-olds from Tier 1 households: low-income families, children with disabilities, children experiencing homelessness, and families whose main language is not English. Pre-K is offered in public schools and private providers. Some families pay a share of the cost on a sliding scale based on income and family size, but not every school district charges a family share. Contact your local school district to enroll and to learn its rules.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    3- and 4-year-olds; Tier 1 households have priority. Rules and any family share vary by school district. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Public pre-K for 4-year-olds (Maine school districts)

    Maine Department of Education (DOE), Early Learning Team

    Maine school districts (school administrative units) decide locally whether to offer public pre-K for 4-year-olds, and most now do. The Maine DOE publishes a map of the towns with a public pre-K program, which you can search by town, county or school district to find a contact number. Ask your local school district about enrollment.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    4-year-olds in school districts that offer public pre-K; availability and hours vary by district. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Purchase of Care (Child Care Assistance)

    Delaware Division of Social Services (DHSS)

    Purchase of Care helps low-income families pay for early learning and after-school child care for children under 13. DSS pays the provider, and the family pays a weekly co-pay based on income. Apply through ASSIST or at a State Service Center.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    For children under 13, or older with a medical certification of special needs. Income limits apply (with a higher limit at redetermination); see the official page. There's a 12-month graduated phase-out. For help choosing care, contact Children & Families First (cffde.org/accesscare) or visit mychildde.org. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Quality Rated Family Support Call Center (find child care)

    Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL)

    DECAL's Quality Rated Family Support Call Center gives free, personalized help finding high-quality child care, plus information on DECAL's other family supports. Families can also search Quality Rated, Georgia's quality rating and improvement system for child care, online. Specialists can call you back at a time you choose.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to any family looking for child care in Georgia. Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m., except state holidays; leave a message after hours or email findqrcare@decal.ga.gov. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Real Fathers, Real Men Fatherhood Program (CRT)

    Community Renewal Team

    Community Renewal Team's Real Fathers, Real Men program, certified by the Connecticut Department of Social Services, is an all-male support group that helps fathers build co-parenting skills, find meaningful work, repay child support, and bond with family. Weekly groups in Hartford cover money matters, dealing with the courts, anger management, communication, parenting, and relationships, and eligible fathers can get help with child support arrearage.

    Where
    Hartford, Connecticut
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For fathers and men over 18 who want to become better fathers. Weekly meetings are held in Hartford, and no appointment is needed. Call for more information. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Regional Centers

    California Department of Developmental Services (DDS)

    A statewide network of 21 community-based nonprofit regional centers that provide assessments, determine eligibility, and offer case management and coordinated services for Californians with developmental disabilities.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Californians with developmental disabilities. The regional center determines eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Report child abuse or neglect (DCFS hotline)

    Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)

    To report suspected child abuse or neglect in Illinois, call the hotline or use the online reporting form at childabuse.illinois.gov.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone with a concern about a child in Illinois. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Report Child Abuse or Neglect (Georgia DFCS CPS Centralized Intake)

    Georgia Department of Human Services, Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS)

    Georgia's CPS Centralized Intake Communication Center takes reports of child abuse and neglect 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For an immediate emergency, call 911 or local police.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone can report.

    Emergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Report Child Abuse or Neglect (Hawaiʻi DHS)

    Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services (DHS)

    DHS takes reports of child abuse and neglect. Oʻahu callers use 808-832-5300; neighbor islands call toll-free 1-888-380-3088. Child trafficking reports go to 808-832-1999 (neighbor islands 1-888-398-1188). In an emergency, call 911.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone can report.

    Emergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Required parenting class in custody cases: Fifteenth Judicial District Court (Acadia, Lafayette and Vermilion Parishes)

    Fifteenth Judicial District Court

    In contested custody cases filed in the Fifteenth Judicial District Court, all parties must complete the 'TransParenting' course at The Family Tree, an educational program about how separation and divorce affect children. The course must be finished within sixty days of service of the first pleadings, and each party files a certificate of completion. Parties pay the program fees as the court directs, and failing to complete it can lead to contempt of court.

    Where
    Acadia Parish, Lafayette Parish and Vermilion Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Parties in the custody cases named in the court's rule. The court can waive the requirement or change the deadline for good cause. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeDivorceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Required parenting class in custody cases: Second Judicial District Court (Bienville, Claiborne and Jackson Parishes)

    Second Judicial District Court

    In contested custody cases filed in the Second Judicial District Court, all parties must complete the program 'Helping Children Cope With Divorce', which teaches parents how separation and divorce affect children and how to help them cope. The program must be finished within sixty days of service of the first pleadings, and each party files a certificate of completion. Parties pay the program fees as the court directs, and failing to complete it can lead to contempt of court.

    Where
    Bienville Parish, Claiborne Parish and Jackson Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Parties in the custody cases named in the court's rule. The court can waive the requirement or change the deadline for good cause. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeDivorceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Required parenting class in custody cases: Thirty-Sixth Judicial District Court (Beauregard Parish)

    Thirty-Sixth Judicial District Court

    In divorce cases in the Thirty-Sixth Judicial District Court where custody of minor children is part of any order, the parties must attend counseling on the General Responsibilities of Separating Parents (GRASP) before the divorce judgment is granted. No divorce judgment is granted until the record has the counselor's certificates of completion, and refusing to attend can lead to contempt of court.

    Where
    Beauregard Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parties in the custody cases named in the court's rule. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeDivorceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Required parenting class in custody cases: Twenty-Sixth Judicial District Court (Bossier and Webster Parishes)

    Twenty-Sixth Judicial District Court

    In the Twenty-Sixth Judicial District Court, custody petitions must include an order setting dates for each party to attend two parenting classes. The classes are offered through the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, class dates are available from the Clerk of Court's office, and the classes must be completed before final custody is awarded. Interim orders may be issued before the classes are done. Parties pay the program fees as the court directs.

    Where
    Bossier Parish and Webster Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Parties in the custody cases named in the court's rule. The court can waive the requirement or change the deadline for good cause. See the official site for current rules.

    Custody & Parenting TimeDivorceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Required parenting course for custody and divorce cases (Children in the Middle)

    Iowa Judicial Branch (approved courses by judicial district)

    Iowa law requires parties in any case involving child custody or visitation to take a court-approved course about the needs of children during and after the case, such as Children in the Middle or Children Cope with Divorce. Take it within 45 days of being served with the petition or modification application. Each judicial district approves its own list of courses, and each parent arranges and pays for their own course. The court won't grant a final decree until it gets proof of completion, unless the requirement is waived or delayed for good cause.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Required for parties to custody or visitation cases, including modifications. Not required when the case involves termination of parental rights. Registration varies by provider, so call the provider first. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Resource and Referral (R&R) Program

    Children's Home Society of California (CHS)

    CHS's Resource and Referral Program helps families find child care that meets their needs through online referral searches and an R&R hotline. The hotline can also explain child care options, update the Child Care Eligibility List, and share information on child development and community resources.

    Where
    Los Angeles County, Orange County, Sutter County, Yolo County and Yuba County, California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    CHS provides R&R services in the Greater Long Beach area of Los Angeles County and in Orange, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba counties, per the page. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Resource Center for Parents and Children (RCPC) - Nurturing Fathers

    Resource Center for Parents and Children

    A Fairbanks nonprofit offering parenting education classes, groups, and workshops. Its classes include Nurturing Fathers, a 9-session class on the unique issues of being a father and supporting children's development, plus Scream Free Parenting, Positive Solutions, and Strengthening Families. RCPC also runs Stevie's Place Child Advocacy Center and a Mother's Milk Bank.

    Where
    Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For parents and caregivers in the Fairbanks area. Call the center for registration details. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Resources for Parents and Fathers (Child Support Program)

    Florida Department of Revenue, Child Support Program

    The Child Support Program's Resources for Parents page links parents to a county-by-county job resource list (including groups with special grant funding to help parents who owe support), CareerSource Florida, Early Learning Coalitions, domestic violence centers, and fatherhood resources: Father First, Healthy Start Coalitions and TEAM Dad, All Pro Dad, and the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse. Every county sheriff's office offers at least one designated parking lot as a safe, neutral site for exchanging children for parenting time.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Available to anyone, not just people with an open child support case. See the official site for current rules.

    Child SupportFamily CounselingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • RurAL CAP Head Start & Early Head Start

    Rural Alaska Community Action Program, Inc. (RurAL CAP)

    RurAL CAP runs Head Start for children ages three to four and Early Head Start home visits for infants and toddlers under three in urban and rural Alaska communities. Enrolled families also get medical, dental, mental health, and social services, and parents can work toward their own education and job goals.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For children and families in RurAL CAP's program communities, including Akiak, Alakanuk, Chevak, Emmonak, Haines, Homer, Hooper Bay, Kake, Ketchikan, Kluti Kaah, Kodiak, Kwethluk, Marshall, Mountain Village, Napaskiak, Nunapitchuk, Pilot Station, Savoonga, St. Mary's, Stebbins, and Toksook Bay. Apply with the online enrollment application. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SAFE (Southeast Advocates for Family Empowerment): domestic violence services (Tangipahoa, Livingston, St. Helena)

    Southeast Advocates for Family Empowerment (SAFE)

    SAFE provides confidential shelter, counseling and crisis support to survivors of domestic violence, at no cost and 24/7. Services include emergency shelter and safe housing for survivors and their children, 24-hour crisis intervention, legal advocacy and court accompaniment, and support groups.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Tangipahoa Parish, Livingston Parish and St. Helena Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of domestic violence and their children in Tangipahoa, Livingston and St. Helena Parishes. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Safe Harbor domestic violence program (St. Tammany and Washington Parishes)

    Safe Harbor, Inc.

    Safe Harbor is a non-profit domestic violence program on the Northshore. It provides crisis intervention, safety planning, emergency shelter, empowerment advocacy and other support to survivors of domestic, family and dating violence and their minor children. Services are free and confidential, and the 24-hour crisis line is answered day and night.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    St. Tammany Parish and Washington Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of domestic, family and dating violence and their minor children in St. Tammany and Washington Parishes. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Safe to Sleep

    National Institutes of Health (NICHD)

    A national campaign with evidence-based guidance to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related infant deaths, plus tummy time tips and free printable materials for parents and grandparents.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Free information for anyone caring for a baby. Talk with your child's doctor about your baby's specific needs. See the official site for current rules.

    Infant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Safe Voices domestic violence services (Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford Counties)

    Safe Voices

    Safe Voices helps people experiencing domestic abuse in Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford Counties. Its 24/7 helpline is free, confidential and anonymous. For safety, Safe Voices asks survivors to call the helpline rather than use email, chat or text to talk about abuse.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Androscoggin County, Franklin County and Oxford County, Maine
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    People experiencing domestic abuse in Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford Counties. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SafeLine Kansas and local sexual and domestic violence programs

    Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence (KCSDV)

    SafeLine Kansas is a free, confidential 24/7 crisis line for people experiencing sexual or domestic violence, stalking or dating violence. Call or text to talk with an advocate, plan for safety, or get connected to a local program. KCSDV's Find Help page also has a map of local programs across Kansas with phone numbers and websites; you don't have to live in the same town as a program to get help.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in immediate danger and it is safe to do so, call 911. If calling isn't safe, text SAFE to 847411.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For survivors of sexual or domestic violence, stalking or dating violence, and people who care about them, anywhere in Kansas. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceMental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SAMHSA's National Helpline

    Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

    Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service in English and Spanish for people and families facing mental health or substance use disorders. Connects callers with local treatment, support groups, and community organizations. It does not provide counseling.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone. No insurance needed; people without insurance may be referred to state-funded or sliding-fee programs. TTY: 1-800-487-4889. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • San Bernardino Fatherhood

    San Bernardino Fatherhood

    A nonprofit that promotes father inclusion and responsible fatherhood through evidence-based classes and resources, advocacy, and events that help fathers build healthy relationships with their children and families.

    Where
    San Bernardino County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    The contact page says it serves the communities of San Bernardino and Highland. Contact them to confirm eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Santa Clara County Childcare Resource & Referral Program

    Santa Clara County Office of Education

    The county R&R program maintains the Santa Clara County Childcare Portal, a referral database of licensed child care programs, to help parents find care that meets their needs. It also trains providers and helps people become licensed.

    Where
    Santa Clara County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For families in Santa Clara County. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • School Readiness Child Care Assistance

    Florida Department of Education, Division of Early Learning, and local Early Learning Coalitions

    The School Readiness program helps low-income families pay for early education and child care so parents can work toward self-sufficiency and children are ready for school. Services range from developmental screening to child assessments for children from birth to school age. Thirty local early learning coalitions and the Redlands Christian Migrant Association deliver it. Apply in the Early Learning Family Portal.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Parents must work or attend school or training at least 20 hours a week, and income limits apply; see the official page. Children with special needs or at risk of abuse or neglect, and children of homeless, domestic violence survivor, or low-income migrant or farmworker families, may also be eligible. Families pay an income-based copayment. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Sedgwick County Fatherhood Program (Healthy Babies)

    Sedgwick County Health Department

    The Sedgwick County Health Department's Fatherhood Program helps fathers and partners build parenting skills and healthy family relationships using the Fathering in 15 curriculum. Sessions take about 15 minutes each and can be done in person or online at your own pace with help from a Fatherhood Coordinator. Topics cover being a father and partner. Enroll by phone, email, referral form or the online sign-up link.

    Where
    Sedgwick County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For fathers or partners of expectant mothers, or of mothers with babies up to 12 months, who are enrolled in Healthy Babies Home Visiting in Sedgwick County, regardless of race, ethnicity, financial status or legal residency. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Sedgwick County WIC

    Sedgwick County Health Department

    Sedgwick County WIC offers no-cost healthy foods on an eWIC card, nutrition education with registered dietitians and nurses, breastfeeding support and referrals for pregnant, breastfeeding and new parents and children under 5. Call to make an appointment and bring ID, proof of income and health information for yourself and your children. You may still qualify for WIC based on household income even if your SNAP or Medicaid benefits changed.

    Where
    Sedgwick County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Women must meet income guidelines and be pregnant, breastfeeding or recently delivered; children must be under 5. A health check with WIC staff is part of enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Self-Help Resource Center at Orleans Parish Civil District Court

    Orleans Parish Civil District Court

    The Orleans Parish Civil District Court hosts a Self-Help Resource Center, run by The Pro Bono Project and the Family Justice Center with the court and clerk's offices. Volunteers offer court-approved forms and legal information to people representing themselves in family law matters such as divorce, custody, child support and visitation, and can review completed forms before filing. Pro Bono Project volunteers are on site on set weekday mornings, with a virtual help desk by email or phone on other days. The center cannot give legal advice or representation and is not a notary service, though volunteers notarize the court-approved forms it provides. A Family Justice Center domestic abuse coordinator is on site on weekdays.

    Where
    Orleans Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People without a lawyer in family law cases at Orleans Parish Civil District Court. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Self-Help Resource Center at the Family Court of East Baton Rouge Parish

    The Family Court of East Baton Rouge Parish

    The Family Court of East Baton Rouge Parish handles divorce, community property, spousal support, child custody and visitation, child support and domestic violence cases. Its Self-Help Resource Center, on the fourth floor of the Nineteenth Judicial District Courthouse in Baton Rouge, is staffed by volunteer attorneys and law students who help self-represented litigants with court forms, case information and general questions. Help is by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with walk-ins if time permits, and you must complete an intake form. Volunteers give legal information only, not legal advice or representation. The court's website also offers free pleadings, instructions, a court guide and videos.

    Where
    East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    People without a lawyer in family law matters before the Family Court of East Baton Rouge Parish. Non-family matters such as bankruptcy and successions are not covered. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Self-help services and legal forms for self-represented litigants (Louisiana State Bar Association)

    Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA), Access to Justice

    The Louisiana State Bar Association's Self-Help Services page explains what it means to represent yourself in court and how to use fill-in-the-blank legal forms safely. It warns that many online forms do not follow Louisiana law and recommends forms from the Supreme Court of Louisiana, your local court, or a legal aid organization. Pick your parish from the drop-down menu to see local self-help centers, online resources and forms, as well as statewide services such as online legal advice, a legal hotline, and events at public libraries. The SRL Forms page collects available forms.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Louisiana representing themselves in a civil case. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Self-Represented Litigant Center (Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County)

    Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County

    The Clerk's Self-Represented Litigant Center helps people without a lawyer navigate the Cook County courts. It is in the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington St., Room 602, Chicago, open 8:30am to 4:30pm. Email SrlCenter@cookcountycourt.com.

    Where
    Cook County, Illinois
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People with Cook County court cases who don't have a lawyer. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Seven Counties Services crisis care (Louisville region)

    Seven Counties Services, Inc.

    Seven Counties Services is the community mental health center for Jefferson and six nearby counties. Its 24/7 Crisis and Information Center helps with emotional distress, mental health concerns, addiction and situations involving a loved one with a disability. A 24-hour mobile crisis team can come to a home or other community setting; ask for it through 988 or the crisis line. Seven Counties also runs a local 988 team, a Youth Crisis Center where children and teens can walk in without an appointment, and crisis support for people with developmental disabilities. It also offers ongoing child and family mental health, adult mental health and addiction recovery services.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Oldham County, Bullitt County, Shelby County, Spencer County, Trimble County and Henry County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Residents of the seven counties served; crisis lines are open to anyone. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Short-Term Crisis Services (STCS)

    Arizona Department of Economic Security

    Short-Term Crisis Services gives temporary help to low-income families with an emergency they can't cover on their own, such as rent or mortgage payments to prevent homelessness, emergency shelter, utility payments and deposits, rental deposits, and work-related needs. Qualifying crises include leaving home because of domestic violence, loss of income, or an unforeseen event.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Arizona residents with a child under 18 who is a U.S. citizen or qualified legal resident, with household income under the program's limits (which are higher for households with a senior or a person with a disability). Proof of the emergency is required. Help isn't guaranteed and is limited to once in 12 months. Apply through your local Community Action Agency. Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Sitka Tribe of Alaska Social & Family Services

    Sitka Tribe of Alaska

    Sitka Tribe of Alaska offers culturally centered family programs, including free 12-week Fatherhood is Sacred, Motherhood is Sacred, and Linking Generations cohorts open to the whole community. For eligible Tribal citizens and Alaska Native/American Indian families in Sitka, it also offers child care cost assistance without income or co-payment requirements, emergency assistance, BIA General Assistance, home energy (LIHEAP) assistance, and help with ICWA and tribal court guardianship.

    Where
    City and Borough of Sitka, Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Fatherhood is Sacred and the other family cohorts are free to all community members. Financial programs are mostly for income-eligible Tribal citizens or Alaska Native/American Indian households in Sitka; some need six months' Sitka residency. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingChildcareEmergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SNAP Food Assistance (Florida)

    Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), Office of Economic Self-Sufficiency

    SNAP helps low-income seniors, people with disabilities, and individuals and families with low incomes buy food. Benefits go on a reloadable EBT card. The quickest way to apply is online through the MyACCESS portal. You can also apply at a DCF Family Resource Center or community partner, or by mail (P.O. Box 1770, Ocala, FL 34478-1770) or fax.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits apply; see the official page. Certain people ages 16-64 must meet work requirements. Most households may have assets and still qualify; households with a disqualified member face an asset limit. You must be a Florida resident, a U.S. citizen or qualified noncitizen, and provide an SSN. Some people must cooperate with child support. Some changes in income or work hours must be reported within 10 days; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    SNAP (Food Assistance)Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SNAP Food Assistance (Hawaiʻi)

    Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services (DHS), Benefit, Employment & Support Services Division (BESSD)

    SNAP provides food and nutrition support to qualifying low-income and needy households. Benefits go on a Hawaiʻi EBT card. Apply online through the DHS Public Assistance Information System (PAIS), or by mail or drop-off with the paper application (also available at all State processing centers). After you apply you get a tracking number, and DHS will contact you for your interview.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households must meet eligibility rules and prove their circumstances. U.S. citizens and some lawfully admitted permanent residents may qualify. Income limits apply; see the official page. An intake worker makes the final decision. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    SNAP (Food Assistance)Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SNAP Food Assistance (Idaho, formerly Food Stamps)

    Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW)

    SNAP helps low-income families buy the food they need to stay healthy. Benefits go on an EBT card used like a debit card at the grocery store. If you need food right away and qualify, DHW can provide expedited benefits within seven days. Apply by phone (877-456-1233), at the closest DHW field office, or by downloading the application and sending it by email (MyBenefits@dhw.idaho.gov), fax (1-866-434-8278), or mail (Self-Reliance Programs, PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0026). You must complete an interview; after your application is reviewed, DHW contacts you to schedule it. If approved, you get your EBT card the same day in the office or by mail within 10-14 days. Starting Feb. 15, 2026, Idaho SNAP can't be used to buy candy or soda.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Must be a U.S. citizen or legal immigrant and an Idaho resident, with household income under the program limits for your household size. With some exceptions, you must work or take part in an employment and training program. You can get SNAP from only one state at a time. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SNAP food assistance (Indiana)

    Indiana FSSA, Division of Family Resources

    SNAP gives monthly food benefits on an EBT card to eligible low-income households. Apply online through the FSSA Benefits Portal or at a local DFR office. The page's FAQ lists the documents to provide and explains the eligibility interview. Starting November 23, 2026, SNAP benefits that are at least 274 days old (about nine months) will be removed from your EBT account, so use benefits before then.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households must meet income and asset tests. Income and asset limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    SNAP (Food Assistance)Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SNAP food assistance (Iowa)

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS)

    SNAP helps families buy healthy food. Apply online through the Self-Service Portal (recommended, open 24/7), at a local HHS office, or with a paper application (English or Spanish) by email, fax or mail. You don't need every document to apply; provide as much as you can. Most applicants have a phone interview, and a decision is made within 30 days of the interview. If approved, your EBT card arrives by mail about 10 days after the decision.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    You must live in Iowa, be a U.S. citizen, U.S. non-citizen national or eligible non-citizen, meet income guidelines and give HHS the information it asks for. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SNAP Food Assistance (Kansas)

    Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)

    In Kansas, SNAP is called the Food Assistance program. It gives qualifying low-income households food benefits on an EBT card. Apply online any time through the DCF Self-Service Portal, or get a paper application at a local DCF Service Center or by calling DCF. After you apply, DCF contacts you for an interview, and an interpreter is provided at no cost if English is not your main language. Processing can take up to 30 days. Bring or send ID, Social Security numbers, proof of income and proof of monthly expenses such as rent and utilities.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Any individual or household that lives and eats together and has low income and resources may qualify. Income and resource limits apply and go up with household size; special rules apply for older adults, people with disabilities, veterans and farm households. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SNAP Food Benefits (Delaware)

    Delaware Division of Social Services (DHSS)

    SNAP helps low-income Delaware households buy food, with benefits loaded on an EBT card. About 120,000 Delawareans use SNAP. Apply online through ASSIST or at a State Service Center.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits apply; see the official page. Households where everyone gets TANF, General Assistance, or SSI have no income test. Since April 1, 2026, only certain noncitizen groups qualify. Adults must meet an 80 hours/month work requirement, and ABAWD time limits apply to ages 18-64 with no children under 14. The exemptions for people who are homeless, veterans, and youth aging out of foster care have ended. Check your EBT balance at 1-800-526-9099. Stolen benefits can no longer be replaced. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    SNAP (Food Assistance)Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SNAP food benefits (Illinois Link Card)

    Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)

    SNAP (formerly Food Stamps) helps low-income people and families buy the food they need for good health. Benefits go on the Illinois Link Card, an electronic card accepted at most grocery stores. Your application is reviewed by IDHS staff at the Family Community Resource Center, and you get a notice if you're eligible. A SNAP Eligibility Calculator on the IDHS site gives an estimate of possible benefits. Apply through ABE (abe.illinois.gov), with a paper application, or at a local office.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Most households with low income can get SNAP. Eligibility and benefit amount depend mainly on income and expenses and the number of people who live and eat together. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SNAP food benefits (Kentucky)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), Division of Family Support

    SNAP, formerly called food stamps, helps low-income people buy food at participating stores. A household is the people who live, buy and eat food together, and some relatives must be counted in one household even if they shop separately. Apply at a DCBS office, by phone or online through kynect. Free language help and disability services are available on request through the toll-free line.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households must meet income, resource, citizenship or qualified-immigrant and work-registration rules. Able-bodied adults without dependents have extra work rules. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SNAP Food Stamps (Georgia)

    Georgia Department of Human Services, Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS)

    SNAP is a federally funded program that gives low-income households monthly benefits to buy food. A household can be one person, a family, or unrelated people who buy and prepare meals together. Apply online at Georgia Gateway (gateway.ga.gov, 'Apply for Benefits'), by phone through the DFCS Customer Contact Center, or by mailing paper Form 297 to your local DFCS office. A phone interview with a DFCS eligibility worker is part of the process. Senior SNAP is available for people 60 and older. Renew through Gateway or Form 508.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on household income and other rules set by DFCS; income limits aren't listed on the page fetched. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Special Families Project

    Alabama Parent Education Center (APEC)

    The Special Families Project provides prevention services to parents of children with disabilities to help them parent their children and connect with other families and community resources, reducing parental stress and isolation. It also trains agency staff and the community on disability issues.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For parents of children with disabilities or special needs. Contact APEC to confirm availability in your area.

    Special-Needs ParentingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Statewide standardized forms: divorce, parenting plan and child support

    Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Access to Justice

    Illinois has statewide standardized court forms that every Illinois court must accept, including a Divorce with Children suite (petition, parenting plan, judgment and instructions), parenting plan forms, child support and maintenance forms, and motions to change child support. Other suites include Order of Protection, Guardianship of a Minor, Fee Waiver (in several languages) and Financial Affidavit. Illinois Legal Aid Online's free Easy Form guided interviews can fill in the divorce, parenting plan and child support modification forms for you.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone filing in an Illinois circuit court. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program (free preschool for 4-year-olds)

    Iowa Department of Education

    Iowa's Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program lets children who are 4 by September 15 attend quality preschool at no cost to families. Programs are run by school districts and their community partners, and a state map shows preschool programs in almost every Iowa county.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Children who are 4 years old on or before September 15. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Stone Soup Group (Alaska Parent Training and Information Center)

    Stone Soup Group

    Stone Soup Group supports Alaska families who care for children with special needs. Parent Navigators help families find services and resources, prepare for IEP meetings, and connect with other families, statewide and in person, virtually, or by phone. It also offers trainings and support groups, most of them virtual and free for families.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For families of people with any developmental disability or any concern about development; no diagnosis or referral is needed. Start with the online intake or call the office. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Subsidized Child Care

    Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR), Child Care Services Division

    DHR's Child Care Services Division runs Alabama's child care subsidy program, which aims to give low- and moderate-income families access to affordable, quality child care while they work, attend school, or train. The division also licenses child care centers and homes and offers a provider search and statewide directory.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For low- and moderate-income families taking part in work, education, or training activities. DHR decides eligibility.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Successful Families Program (TANF cash assistance)

    Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)

    The Successful Families Program gives low-income families with children employment services, support services and, for those who qualify, monthly TANF cash assistance on an EBT card. The amount depends on family size, income, living situation and county. Adults must work or take part in work activities unless they are caring for a very young baby or a disabled household member, and families must cooperate with DCF Child Support Services. Support services can include job training, GED or English classes, transportation help, work clothing and help with parenting, mental health, substance use or domestic violence. Apply through the DCF Self-Service Portal.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    The family must have at least one child under 18 in the home (including an unborn baby) living with a parent, relative or court-named caregiver, and must meet income and resource limits. Cash assistance has a 24-month lifetime limit. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Administration

    The federal SNAP program provides food benefits to low-income families to help with their grocery budget. In California, SNAP is called CalFresh and you apply through the state.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For low-income households. In California, apply for CalFresh; the county decides eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Support for Families of Children with Disabilities

    Support for Families of Children with Disabilities

    Support for San Francisco families of children with disabilities and complex medical needs, ages 0 to 26. Services include workshops, clinics, parent mentors, support groups, case management and navigation, parent leadership training, play groups, and family events.

    Where
    San Francisco County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For San Francisco families of children with disabilities and complex medical needs, ages 0 to 26. It is also San Francisco's Early Start Family Resource Center and a Parent Training and Information / Community Parent Resource Center for special education, per the page. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Supportive housing and voucher programs (Louisiana Housing Corporation)

    Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC)

    LHC directs renters to programs including the Permanent Supportive Housing Program for people with very low incomes and chronic, disabling health conditions; project-based vouchers attached to specific housing units; VASH vouchers for homeless veterans and their families, run with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; and Mainstream vouchers for non-elderly people with disabilities and their families. LAHousingSearch.org is a free resource for finding rental housing across the state.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Each program has its own rules, mostly for people with disabilities, very low incomes or homeless veterans. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • T.E.A.M. Dad (Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade)

    Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade

    This Miami-Dade TEAM Dad program works one-on-one with expecting fathers and fathers of children from birth to 3, through home visits or at any convenient location. It uses the 24/7 Dad curriculum and covers dad's self-care, fathering skills, communication and relationship skills, and the father's role in the baby's life.

    Where
    Miami-Dade County, Florida
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For expecting dads and fathers of children from birth to 3 in Miami-Dade. Email info@hscmd.org. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative

    Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative

    Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative is the DCF-designated Continuum of Care lead agency for its area. It coordinates local homeless services such as emergency shelter, street outreach, homelessness prevention rental help, and rapid rehousing.

    Where
    Hillsborough County, Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the counties served. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • TANF and TAONF Cash Assistance (Hawaiʻi)

    Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services (DHS), Benefit, Employment & Support Services Division (BESSD)

    TANF and TAONF give monthly cash help that families can use for food, clothing, housing, utilities, and other daily needs. TANF is federally funded and for families where members are U.S. citizens. TAONF is Hawaiʻi's state-funded parallel program, with the same benefits, for families not eligible for TANF because of citizenship status (including mixed citizen and non-citizen families). Families must take part in the First-To-Work program, which offers education and job training, job search and placement, case management, and support such as child care subsidies and transportation help. Apply online through PAIS or with paper form DHS 1240.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Families must include at least one specified relative adult and a minor dependent child living together. Income limits apply; see the official page. Assets aren't counted. Lifetime limit is 60 months. Families must give Social Security numbers, cooperate with the Child Support Enforcement Agency when a parent is absent, and seek treatment for adult members who are disabled, recovering from substance or alcohol use, or in a domestic violence situation. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • TANF cash assistance (Indiana)

    Indiana FSSA, Division of Family Resources

    Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) provides cash assistance and supportive services to families with children under 18, to help them reach economic self-sufficiency. To apply, follow the 'How to apply' steps on the official TANF page, which links to the FSSA Benefits Portal and to local DFR offices.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For children under 18 living with a parent or a relative (such as a grandparent, aunt or uncle) who meet nonfinancial rules and whose countable monthly family income is within the TANF limits. Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • TANF cash assistance and ASPIRE work supports (Maine)

    Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Office for Family Independence (OFI)

    Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) gives cash help to Maine families with children while they work toward self-sufficiency. You can use the prescreening tool in My Maine Connection, then apply online, by mail, email or fax, or at a district office. TANF participants take part in ASPIRE, which offers job training, education, work supports, job search help and a career plan, with support services such as child care, gas and car repairs. The HOPE program helps with post-secondary training, and Transitional Child Care and Transitional Transportation help families leaving TANF for work.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families with dependent children living in the home, and pregnant individuals, who meet income and other rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • TASK (Team of Advocates for Special Kids)

    TASK

    A nonprofit run by parents and caregivers of children with disabilities that offers training and support to help families navigate special education. It is the Family Empowerment Center for Orange County and parts of Los Angeles County and a federally designated Parent Training and Information Center for Southern California.

    Where
    Orange County and Los Angeles County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Family Empowerment Centers serve families of children and young adults with disabilities ages 3 to 22. TASK's FEC area is Orange County and Los Angeles Catchment Areas E through I (school districts listed on the page). As a PTI it serves Los Angeles, San Diego, Imperial, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties, per the page. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • TEAM Dad Fatherhood Program (Florida Healthy Start)

    Florida Association of Healthy Start Coalitions

    TEAM Dad (Teach, Empower, Advocate, Mentor) is Florida Healthy Start's fatherhood initiative. It provides free home visiting using the National Fatherhood Initiative's 24:7 Dad curriculum. It covers parenting and co-parenting, child development, healthy family relationships, personal development, and listening and communication.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For expecting fathers and fathers of children from birth to 3. Contact your local Healthy Start Coalition or call the toll-free line. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Temporary Assistance for Families in Idaho (TAFI) cash assistance

    Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW)

    TAFI is Idaho's cash assistance program. It gives eligible low-income families monthly cash to help pay for food, clothing, shelter, and other essentials, by direct deposit or on an EBT card. It pays a monthly amount that depends on the household (see the official page), with a lifetime limit of 24 months. Families may be required to join the Employment and Training Program and to cooperate with Child Support Services. A one-time diversion payment may help families with a special need to keep or get a job or overcome a crisis, and a caretaker relative grant can help relatives raising a child. Apply by phone (877-456-1233), at the closest DHW field office, or by downloading the application and sending it by email (MyBenefits@dhw.idaho.gov), fax (1-866-434-8278), or mail (Self-Reliance Programs, PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0026).

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, show proof of identity, and meet resource and income limits for your family size. For a caretaker relative grant, the relative child's income and resources count, but the adult relative's may not. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) (Delaware)

    Delaware Division of Social Services (DHSS)

    TANF gives monthly cash help to low-income families with children while parents work toward self-sufficiency. Benefits last up to 36 months, and adults take part in 30 hours a week of work activities. Apply through ASSIST, or on a paper application (English or Spanish), and then have an interview with a DSS social worker at a State Service Center.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    You must be responsible for a related minor child, be in the 9th month of pregnancy, or be an 18-year-old high school student expected to graduate before 19. Income limits apply, with some deductions for work expenses, child care and child support; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) (Georgia)

    Georgia Department of Human Services, Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS)

    TANF gives monthly cash assistance to low-income families with children, along with an employment services component. Benefits are paid on an EPPICard (EBT). Apply online at Georgia Gateway (gateway.ga.gov, 'Apply for Benefits'), by phone through the DFCS Customer Contact Center, or by mailing paper Form 297 to your local DFCS office. Renew through Gateway or Form 508.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For low-income families with children under 18, children age 18 who are in school full-time, and pregnant women. Families must cooperate with the Division of Child Support Services unless there is good cause. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) cash assistance

    Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)

    TANF gives temporary cash help to pregnant women and families with children to pay for food, shelter, utilities and other non-medical expenses. It also offers transitional services such as GED preparation, job training, help with child care and job placement, plus screening and referrals for substance use, mental health and domestic violence. Families who get TANF also get a medical card and may get SNAP. Apply online or at the Family Community Resource Center that serves your area.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Must be pregnant or have a child under 19 living with you (an 18-year-old must be a full-time high school student), live in Illinois (you can be homeless and still qualify), be a U.S. citizen or meet certain immigration requirements, and develop and follow a plan for becoming self-sufficient. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) and Relative Caregiver Program

    Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)

    TCA gives cash help to families with children under 18 (or under 19 if a full-time high school student), so families can become self-supporting while children stay in their homes. Pregnant women may qualify in the third trimester if unable to work, or in the 9th month. The Relative Caregiver Program pays monthly cash to relatives raising a child a Florida court has ruled dependent and placed with them; the amount depends on the child's age. Apply through MyACCESS, a Family Resource Center, a community partner, or a paper application.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income and asset limits apply; see the official page. Adults have a 48-month lifetime limit (child-only cases have none), and some must do work activities through Regional Workforce Boards. Parents must cooperate with child support, keep children under 5 up to date on shots, and keep children 6-18 in school (Learnfare). See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) for families (Maryland)

    Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS)

    Temporary Cash Assistance is Maryland's TANF program. It gives cash help to families with dependent children when their own resources do not cover their needs, while preparing parents for work. Families must cooperate with child support and follow program rules, or benefits can be reduced. Apply in person at your local Department of Social Services, or by mail, fax or other electronic means, or have someone drop off your application. Families can also apply for help with child care costs, and cash benefits can be paid by direct deposit.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families with dependent children who meet financial and other eligibility rules; families must cooperate with child support and comply with substance abuse provisions. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Temporary Family Assistance (TFA)

    Connecticut Department of Social Services

    Temporary Family Assistance is Connecticut's TANF cash program for families with children. Adults who can work take part in Jobs First Employment Services (job search help and skills training) run with the Department of Labor, and working families can keep some earnings without losing their cash benefit.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Connecticut families with dependent children under 18 (or 18 and a full-time high school or vocational student) and for pregnant women. Income and asset limits apply; see the official page. Families with an employable adult have a 36-month time limit, with possible six-month extensions, and a 60-month lifetime limit. Custodial parents may need to help collect child support. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • The Center for Exceptional Families (Arkansas Parent Training and Information Center)

    The Center for Exceptional Families

    The Center for Exceptional Families (TCFEF) is Arkansas's only Parent Training and Information Center. It gives information, training, resources, and one-on-one support to families of children and young adults with disabilities, helping them understand special education rights and processes, take part in education decisions, and connect with services. Parent Mentors serve each area of the state.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For families of children and young adults with disabilities from birth through age 26, statewide. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • The Center for Women and Families (Louisville region)

    The Center for Women and Families

    The Center for Women and Families serves survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault with a 24/7 crisis hotline, emergency shelter, safety planning, sexual assault forensic exams, legal and medical advocacy, counseling, therapy and support groups. Its services are free, safe and confidential, and you can stay anonymous when you call. It serves seven Kentucky counties around Louisville and two in southern Indiana. Under a temporary plan it is also supporting survivors in Breckinridge and Meade counties.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Bullitt County, Henry County, Jefferson County, Oldham County, Shelby County, Spencer County and Trimble County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of intimate partner violence or sexual assault in the counties served. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • The eviction process for tenants (Self Help Guide)

    Judicial Branch of California (California Courts)

    Step-by-step instructions and forms for California tenants facing eviction, from receiving a written notice through responding to the court and what happens after a judge decides.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For tenants in California. The guide says you must file a response within 10 days of being served or the judge can decide without you. Get legal help quickly if you receive eviction papers. See the official site for current rules.

    Housing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • thread Child Care Resource & Referral

    thread

    thread is Alaska's Child Care Resource & Referral organization. Families can search for child care online by location or name, request a customized referral, or call a specialist. thread also runs the Child Care Assistance offices for the Northern and Southeast regions.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For Alaska families looking for child care. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Through These Doors domestic violence resource center (Cumberland County)

    Through These Doors

    Through These Doors is Cumberland County's domestic violence resource center, working with survivors since 1977. It offers a free 24-hour helpline, emergency shelter reached through the helpline, transitional housing and a full range of services for people experiencing domestic abuse, plus community education and prevention.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Cumberland County, Maine
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    People experiencing domestic abuse in Cumberland County. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC)

    Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA)

    TAFDC is Massachusetts' cash benefit program for pregnant people, families with children and relative caregivers. Families can get two cash payments a month, referrals to free job training and free child care, transportation money for school or work, a one-time payment for new infants and a yearly clothing allowance for children. Caregivers can apply for the children only. Every child on TAFDC must have a child support case unless they live with both parents, with some exceptions. Apply by phone with your local DTA office, online through DTA Connect, or in person. DTA decides within thirty days.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Pregnant people, families with children, and relative caregivers in Massachusetts with a U.S. citizen or eligible immigrant in the family and income below the TAFDC limits. If you are not sure, apply. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Two Families Now: required co-parenting course (Massachusetts Probate and Family Court)

    Massachusetts Probate and Family Court

    Parents in Massachusetts divorce, parentage, and custody, support and parenting time cases involving minor children must take the court-approved Two Families Now co-parenting course unless a judge waives it. The online course can be taken at your own pace on a computer, tablet or phone. It aims to strengthen parenting skills, improve co-parent communication and reduce conflict. Each parent pays a fee to the course provider when registering. A parent who cannot afford the fee can ask the court to waive it by filing an affidavit of indigency, and a parent can file a motion asking the court to waive attendance.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Parents in covered Probate and Family Court cases filed on or after the standing order's effective date; others may attend voluntarily.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Ventura County Fatherhood Initiative

    Ventura County Department of Child Support Services

    A county child support program that helps fathers overcome barriers, strengthen relationships with their children, and get involved with their families. It runs a Fatherhood Collaborative of local partners, connects fathers to support groups and workshops (such as parenting, mental wellness, financial literacy, and new fatherhood), and hosts father-focused events.

    Where
    Ventura County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For fathers in Ventura County. Contact Ventura County Child Support Services for current programs. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Voices Against Violence (domestic violence help)

    Voices Against Violence

    Voices Against Violence (Twin Falls and Rupert) is listed by the Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance as a shelter and victim service program. The Council says each agency offers different services, so contact them directly to learn how they can help.

    Where
    Twin Falls County, Jerome County, Gooding County, Lincoln County, Cassia County and Minidoka County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. In an emergency, call 911. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)

    Florida Department of Education, Division of Early Learning

    VPK is free prekindergarten for every 4-year-old in Florida regardless of family income. Families choose from private and public providers, in a school-year program (540 hours) or a summer program (300 hours). VPK Specialized Instructional Services (SIS) is an option outside the classroom for 4-year-olds with a current IEP.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Children must live in Florida and be 4 on or before September 1 of the school year. If the 4th birthday falls February 2-September 1, parents can wait a year. Apply in the Early Learning Family Portal or through your county's early learning coalition. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Volunteer Legal Services Hawaiʻi - City and County of Honolulu intake

    Volunteer Legal Services Hawaiʻi (VLSH)

    VLSH helps people with family law issues, including divorce, paternity, custody, adoption, and guardianship of a minor. After intake, eligible clients meet a volunteer attorney at a Neighborhood Legal Clinic for advice, and may be referred for more pro bono help if volunteers are available. VLSH also runs Hawaiʻi Online Pro Bono and the Appellate Pro Bono Program. Start with the intake line for your island or the online pre-screen application.

    Where
    City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Individuals and families who meet low and moderate income guidelines and have a legal issue VLSH handles. Intake screens income, assets, and the legal issue. Calls are returned in order, generally within 48-72 hours; online pre-screens within 3-5 business days. Intake line hours Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-4 p.m. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Volunteer Legal Services Hawaiʻi - Hawaiʻi County intake

    Volunteer Legal Services Hawaiʻi (VLSH)

    VLSH helps people with family law issues, including divorce, paternity, custody, adoption, and guardianship of a minor. After intake, eligible clients meet a volunteer attorney at a Neighborhood Legal Clinic for advice, and may be referred for more pro bono help if volunteers are available. VLSH also runs Hawaiʻi Online Pro Bono and the Appellate Pro Bono Program. Start with the intake line for your island or the online pre-screen application.

    Where
    Hawaiʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Individuals and families who meet low and moderate income guidelines and have a legal issue VLSH handles. Intake screens income, assets, and the legal issue. Calls are returned in order, generally within 48-72 hours; online pre-screens within 3-5 business days. Intake line hours Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-4 p.m. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Volunteer Legal Services Hawaiʻi - Kauaʻi County intake

    Volunteer Legal Services Hawaiʻi (VLSH)

    VLSH helps people with family law issues, including divorce, paternity, custody, adoption, and guardianship of a minor. After intake, eligible clients meet a volunteer attorney at a Neighborhood Legal Clinic for advice, and may be referred for more pro bono help if volunteers are available. VLSH also runs Hawaiʻi Online Pro Bono and the Appellate Pro Bono Program. Start with the intake line for your island or the online pre-screen application.

    Where
    Kauaʻi County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Individuals and families who meet low and moderate income guidelines and have a legal issue VLSH handles. Intake screens income, assets, and the legal issue. Calls are returned in order, generally within 48-72 hours; online pre-screens within 3-5 business days. Intake line hours Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-4 p.m. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Volunteer Legal Services Hawaiʻi - Maui County intake

    Volunteer Legal Services Hawaiʻi (VLSH)

    VLSH helps people with family law issues, including divorce, paternity, custody, adoption, and guardianship of a minor. After intake, eligible clients meet a volunteer attorney at a Neighborhood Legal Clinic for advice, and may be referred for more pro bono help if volunteers are available. VLSH also runs Hawaiʻi Online Pro Bono and the Appellate Pro Bono Program. Start with the intake line for your island or the online pre-screen application.

    Where
    Maui County, Hawaii
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Individuals and families who meet low and moderate income guidelines and have a legal issue VLSH handles. Intake screens income, assets, and the legal issue. Calls are returned in order, generally within 48-72 hours; online pre-screens within 3-5 business days. Intake line hours Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-4 p.m. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • WarmLine Family Resource Center

    WarmLine Family Resource Center

    Information, education, and support for families of children with developmental disabilities. As a Family Empowerment Center it offers training, peer-to-peer support, information and referral, help with the IEP process, and alternative dispute resolution.

    Where
    Sacramento County, Alpine County, El Dorado County, Nevada County, Placer County and Yolo County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Family Empowerment Centers serve families of children and young adults with disabilities ages 3 to 22. WarmLine is also an Early Start Resource Center for children birth to 3 in the same counties, per the page. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Waypoint Domestic Violence Victim Services (Cedar Rapids area)

    Waypoint Services

    Waypoint's Domestic Violence Program gives free, confidential services to victims and survivors of domestic violence and their families, including a 24/7 resource and support line, support groups, peer counseling, legal and medical advocacy, and information and referrals. Waypoint also has housing services.

    Where
    Benton County, Black Hawk County, Buchanan County, Delaware County, Dubuque County, Jones County and Linn County, Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Victims and survivors of domestic or dating violence and their families in the seven listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily CounselingHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Westside Family Resource and Empowerment Center (WFREC)

    Westside Family Resource and Empowerment Center

    Staffed by parents and family members of people with disabilities, WFREC gives information and navigation support to families of a child or loved one of any age with a disability, chronic illness, or special learning need. Services include parent-to-parent support, one-on-one guidance, trainings, workshops, and support groups.

    Where
    Los Angeles County, California
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Family Empowerment Centers serve families of children and young adults with disabilities ages 3 to 22. Its FEC area is Los Angeles Catchment Area D (Beverly Hills, Culver City, Inglewood, Santa Monica-Malibu, and other districts listed on the page, plus part of LAUSD). It is also an Early Start Family Resource Center, per the page. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • WIC at Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness

    Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness runs WIC for families from pregnancy until a child turns 5, with free healthy foods on an EBT card, nutrition education, breastfeeding support including free breast pumps, a support group and peer advisors, and referrals. Virtual appointments are available at many locations. Call to see if you are eligible and to make an appointment.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant people, new mothers, infants and children under 5 who meet Kentucky WIC rules. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • WIC at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department

    Lexington-Fayette County Health Department

    The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department offers WIC at its Public Health Clinic on Newtown Pike, with same-day appointments. WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition counseling and breastfeeding support, and breastfeeding mothers returning to work or school can get a breast pump. Bring ID, proof of income and proof of your home address to every visit. Free grocery store tours are also offered.

    Where
    Fayette County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant women, breastfeeding women, women who gave birth in the last six months, infants and children up to their 5th birthday who meet the income rule. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • WIC at the Wyandotte County Public Health Department

    Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas (Public Health Department)

    The Unified Government's Public Health Department runs WIC for Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas. WIC provides nutritious foods, nutrition counseling with registered dietitians, breastfeeding support, immunization screening and referrals. Fill out the online application, and WIC staff will contact you about next steps. At your first appointment, staff do a height, weight and finger-stick check, and if you're eligible you leave with your benefits card. Bring proof of address, income and ID for you and your child, dated within 30 days.

    Where
    Wyandotte County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For low-income women who are pregnant, breastfeeding (up to one year) or recently delivered (up to six months), infants, and children under 5. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • WIC nutrition program (Illinois)

    Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)

    WIC helps pregnant women, new mothers and young children eat well and stay healthy. It provides a WIC EBT card for healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables, milk, eggs, cheese, cereal, whole grains, beans and peanut butter, plus nutrition information, breastfeeding help, and help finding health care and other services. To apply, find your local WIC office with the DHS Office Locator, make an appointment, and ask what documents to bring; WIC staff check eligibility at the appointment.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    You may qualify if you are pregnant or recently had a baby, had a miscarriage or stillbirth in the last 6 months, or have an infant or child under 5 (including foster children), and meet the income guidelines. Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • WIC Program

    Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH)

    WIC is a supplemental nutrition program for pregnant women, breastfeeding women, women who had a baby within the last six months, infants, and children under five. Families apply by making an appointment at their county health department.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Applicants must meet income guidelines, live in Alabama, and be seen by a health professional at the WIC clinic, where nutritional risk is evaluated. Bring ID, proof of residence, and proof of Medicaid, SNAP, or Family Assistance enrollment or household income. The WIC clinic decides eligibility.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • WIC: Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Administration

    The federal WIC program provides healthy foods, personalized nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals from pregnancy until a child turns 5. Includes an eligibility checker and a tool to find WIC near you.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    WIC serves women who are pregnant, recently pregnant, or breastfeeding, and babies and kids under 5. USDA says moms, dads, foster parents, and anyone raising kids under 5 can apply for the children in their care. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Wichita Family Crisis Center (domestic violence shelter)

    Wichita Family Crisis Center

    The Wichita Family Crisis Center, formerly the YWCA Wichita and its Women's Crisis Center, offers emergency shelter and advocacy for survivors of domestic and sexual violence and human trafficking. Shelter is reached through a 24-hour hotline that also gives crisis help and referrals. Outreach advocates help people who don't need shelter with safety planning and other needs, and there are support groups, classes and programming for children who have seen violence.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

    Where
    Sedgwick County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For survivors of domestic or sexual violence and human trafficking, and their children, in Sedgwick County. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Winning Fathers Program for incarcerated fathers (Baltimore County)

    Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), Baltimore County Department of Social Services

    The Winning Fathers Program helps fathers at the Baltimore County Detention Center prepare to return to their families and communities. It offers job readiness and soft-skills classes such as resume writing, communication, time management and anger management, and a job developer and social workers help participants move into work after release.

    Where
    Baltimore County, Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Fathers at the Baltimore County Men's Detention Center with at least 120 days left on their sentence and a court-ordered child support obligation. See the official site for current rules.

    Child SupportFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Women's Law Center of Maryland: Family Law Hotline and survivor legal help

    Women's Law Center of Maryland (WLC)

    The Women's Law Center of Maryland offers a free, confidential Family Law Hotline where staff attorneys answer questions about Maryland family law, including separation, divorce, custody and visitation, and child support, for low-income callers. Its Collateral Legal Assistance for Survivors project represents survivors of intimate partner violence in divorce, custody and protective orders, and its Judicare Project provides lawyers for eligible low-income people in family cases. Services are open to people of any gender, and translation is available on request.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Family Law Hotline: low-income callers. Representation programs have their own eligibility rules. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild SupportEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Wyandot Behavioral Health Network crisis line and mobile crisis

    Wyandot Behavioral Health Network

    Wyandot Behavioral Health Network answers 988 calls from Wyandotte County and runs a 24-hour crisis line. A trained counselor listens, tries to calm the crisis over the phone, and can send mobile crisis responders to meet you in the community. Support is offered in English and Spanish, with other languages through interpreters.

    Where
    Wyandotte County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For anyone of any age in Wyandotte County, including Kansas City, Kansas, in emotional distress or a mental health or substance use crisis. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Young Fathers Employment Program (Talbot County child support)

    Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), Child Support Administration (CSA)

    The Young Fathers Employment Program serves fathers and non-custodial parties in Talbot County. Its aim is to help parents become more responsible, accountable and active in their children's lives. The program page says the Caroline County Department of Social Services endeavors to increase parental involvement through relationship and parenting skill development and mediation, to help with job readiness, employment development and life skills counseling, and to promote child support payment through job placement and retention help. The page calls it a no-cost opportunity to train for a career.

    Where
    Talbot County, Maryland
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Non-custodial parents with a Talbot County child support case who are unemployed or underemployed and can commit to working after the program. See the official site for current rules.

    Child SupportFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Your Life Iowa: 24/7 call, text or chat

    Your Life Iowa (funded by Iowa HHS)

    Your Life Iowa is Iowa's free, confidential, 24/7 statewide resource for anyone with a concern about mental health, substance use, gambling, suicide or related issues. Trained counselors answer calls, texts, chats and emails, listen, and connect you to ongoing resources. Teens can reach out without a parent's permission. It is part of Iowa's crisis network along with 988.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone in Iowa, regardless of age or income. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Youth Crisis Centers (Idaho)

    Magellan of Idaho (Idaho Behavioral Health Plan) and partner centers

    Youth Crisis Centers are safe places for youth ages 5-17 to go by choice when they're having emotional distress, psychiatric symptoms, substance use challenges, or other stress. They're open 24/7/365 and welcome walk-ins. Youth can stay up to 23 hours and 59 minutes for crisis stabilization, medical screening, assessment, and referrals, and parents and caregivers can get education and support. Centers: Rise Up Teen and Child Crisis Center of East Idaho, Idaho Falls, (208) 826-0994; ProActive Youth and Family Support Center, Twin Falls, (208) 969-9841; Clarvida Youth Support Center, Boise, 1-833-5-CRISIS (833-527-4747; ages 5-9 resources only, 10-17 full admission); Western Idaho Youth Support Center, Nampa, 208-899-4727.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Youth ages 5-17 (Clarvida admits ages 10-17; ages 5-9 get resources only). A parent or guardian must be available when a youth is admitted. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Youth Mobile Response and Stabilization Service (MRSS)

    Delaware DSCYF, Division of Prevention and Behavioral Health Services

    MRSS is DSCYF's 24/7 crisis line for a youth's mental health or substance use crisis, with mobile response and stabilization.

    Not for emergencies. For life threatening emergencies, please dial 911.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For children and youth in Delaware and their families. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily CounselingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • YWCA Northeast Indiana domestic violence services

    YWCA Northeast Indiana

    YWCA Northeast Indiana helps survivors of abuse with immediate shelter and services like housing and protection orders. Advocates work one-on-one with survivors and will come to you. Services are free and confidential, and a crisis line is available.

    Where
    Allen County, DeKalb County, Huntington County, Noble County, Wells County and Whitley County, Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone experiencing domestic violence, in the six listed counties. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • YWCA Northeast Kansas Center for Safety and Empowerment

    YWCA Northeast Kansas

    The YWCA Center for Safety and Empowerment offers free, confidential services to victims of domestic and sexual violence, stalking and human trafficking. Call the 24/7 hotline for help, or contact the Topeka office during the day.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

    Where
    Shawnee County, Jackson County, Brown County, Nemaha County and Wabaunsee County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For victims of domestic or sexual violence, stalking or trafficking in Shawnee, Jackson, Brown, Nemaha and Wabaunsee Counties. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • YWCA of Lewiston-Clarkston (domestic violence help)

    YWCA of Lewiston-Clarkston

    YWCA of Lewiston-Clarkston (Lewiston) is listed by the Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance as a shelter and victim service program. The Council says each agency offers different services, so contact them directly to learn how they can help.

    Where
    Nez Perce County, Lewis County, Idaho County and Clearwater County, Idaho
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. In an emergency, call 911. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • ZeroV: find your local Kentucky domestic violence program

    ZeroV

    ZeroV's member domestic violence programs give free, confidential, trauma-informed services to survivors in all 120 Kentucky counties, 24/7. Use ZeroV's map to find your region's program. Programs offer secure shelter for people, including parents with children, who are fleeing intimate partner violence, plus court accompaniment and legal options, counseling, support groups, children's services, case management and safety planning. ZeroV's shelter page lists each program's hotline.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of intimate partner violence and their children anywhere in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)