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I'm waiting on getting disability. Applied last November. I have a lawyer so hopefully my case will be heard anytime. Does anyone know of any program that can help me financially. I don't have any income. The only programs they have are for people with children. Or people who are pregnant.

posted May 20, 2023
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Thank you very much I will definitely look into all of this I contacted the epilepsy foundation they are going to help with medicine try to have a appointment to see a neurologist otherwise I have to wait until August

posted May 25, 2023
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@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member, I noticed you said you’re in Tennessee. I’m from Texas, like ProudTX, just a different part of the state. What I wanted to suggest was this: When I was without income I applied for emergency food stamps, and found a Social Service worker who helped me get on the County Indigent Fund, for medical. I had a lawyer from the beginning of my 2year fight to get on disability. During that time I was staying with family. You mentioned your with friends, so that is a positive. My Social Worker helped me by informing me to contact my local Housing Authority and I qualified for housing without income. I’m not sure how things work in Tennessee, but you might give those things a try. You may also quantify for help with utilities cost. Try the food Banks nearest you as well. They also may be able to help you find clothing or a Salvation Army store for help. Just some ideas of what could be available. Hope all is going well for you and your in my prayers.

posted May 25, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Thank you very much Ann, Proud Tx and Chris. For all of your information and support. I appreciate it very much. I don't live with family. My friends I live with are very kind and helpful. I live in Tennessee. I praying I will get help. It would help me feel like a person again. Not a burden. Chris your right about patience. I'm not very patient but I'm trying. I love my Epilepsy Team. 🥰🥰🥰 Y'all are very kind and helpful.

posted May 20, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

FYI If you have applied before and were denied, sometimes, at least we me, they paid it from the first time I applied. Good luck and I hope you are doing well

posted May 20, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Thanks Becky I a few letters from my neurologist a lot of records from 2 different hospitals. I got very depressed. I am a lot better now. I moved. Live with 2 of my friends. Emailed the epilepsy foundation going to call them Monday and get more information. Also going to call my local disability/ Social Security office. Call some churchs. Not sure of what help I can get. Will be thankful for the help I do get. Thanks again everyone

posted May 20, 2023

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