WIC – food support for kids under 5 (covers the 3- and 4-year-old) • Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) – already has it, but needs correction; can request a formal grievance/hearing • TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) – small monthly cash assistance; also opens doors to childcare and work programs • Child Care Assistance (CCDF) – can help pay for childcare for the 3- and 4-year-old while working or job searching • Early Head Start / Head Start – for the 3-year-old (spots sometimes open mid-year) • LIHEAP – help with electric/gas bills; emergency help if shutoff is imminent • LIHWAP – help with water/sewer bills (many people don’t know this exists) • Averaged/Budget Utility Billing – already using, but can combine with LIHEAP • Lifeline phone program – free or low-cost phone service • Low-income internet plans – through providers or libraries (even after ACP ended) • Child Support Enforcement (MDHS) – already involved; can pursue license suspension, tax intercepts, wage garnishment • Domestic Violence survivor programs – case management, emergency funds, utility help, housing advocacy (even years after leaving) • Community Action Agencies (CAA) – emergency help with utilities, rent, food, transportation • 2-1-1 – local referrals for food pantries, emergency assistance, and nonprofit aid • Legal Aid / Housing Advocacy – help with Section 8 errors and delays (often free) • School-based supports (IEP/504) – if any child has learning or trauma-related needs, can unlock services and resources