Does the government assist/subsidize programs, medication, housing for bipolar disorder? (in Chicago)?
Question by theidiotsdonttellyouwhy: Does the government assist/subsidize programs, medication, housing for bipolar disorder? (in Chicago)?
I am in Chicago, in my 20s, unable to work because of the bad economy though I have a degree. So I can’t afford my bipolar medication. This has led me to relapse. I also don’t have a place to live. Is there a program out there that has free/reduced medication, therapy, housing? Anyone? Any help is appreciated.
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Answer by bluerose
yes the fedral govt provides this, bp disorder is no joke, apply through socialsecurity as soon as possible, you can do it on line, go to the site that has socialsecurity.gov the .gov is the important part, you can go to the ss office and get information on how to apply ,,, dont wait,,, you may get rejected for quite some time, but you will receive retro from the time you apply. in the mean time, go to a hospital, or clinic and see if they can help you get meds through a program from the drug companies. i think wallgreens may even be able to get you the forms for med help from drug companies. or go the the health dept.
when you apply you will recieve a packet that will require you to have ALL medical proof of your medical condition.drs names addresses and phone numbers. get that all ready in the mean time. also social security will provide you with an avocate, to help you through the process. best wishes
although i live in wisconsin, when i applied for help with my prescription meds i went to the county social services they helped me with the “pharmasutical med forms”, i was approved johnney on the spot. i had a form filled in by my doctor, go to wallgreens, or walmart harmacy, im pretty sure they have the forms. otherwise go on line and look for help with meds, free meds
where i live , when i first moved here the hospital had a program that you could bring in your script, most they would fill, welbutrin they said i could only get one refill, check at hospitals, call them and see if any do. the salvation army , or some relisous groups may have programs to assist you.
one more thing, to the right you will see some places for bipolar treatment, they may even be able to assist you. just try to muster the courage to follow through, i have bipolar depression, with out meds ,,, well, life would be … hard to bear to say the LEAST !! again , wishing you well.
Answer by guinnessman2007
You should check into income dependent apartments at your local human services center. Also you should contact the psych where you were or are receiving treatment as they may be able to give you some resources on how to get free medication. I go through a program at my hospital where I get my psych services. These programs are usually done directly through the drug companies themselves and there is a cap on how much income you made in the previous year to qualify.
What medication are you on? I know that wal mart has $ 4 prescriptions for lithium if that would work out for you.
So check out drug companies through the medication that you are on and see what programs they have.
If you decide to go through your county human services center they should be able to get you on a state funded health insurance if Illinois has such a program kind of like what Minnesota has aka mncare. They can also point you in the right direction for affordable housing.
You can email me at [email protected] if you want more detailed information.
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Does my cousin like me more than a cousin?
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I never met my cousin until a week ago. I just moved here to FL from PA, so that’s how we met. We talked on the internet for about a year before i moved down here, too. We had a lot in common, we both loved art, wanted to do tattoos, and had some of the same “issues.” He happened to be just getting out of prison when I moved down here, so I went to pick him up so that I could meet him as soon as he got out. After that, he began calling my house at least 5 times a day. He really opens up to me about a lot of his personal issues, too. He also made a deal with me that if I were to quit smoking then he would quit doing drugs. He also says that I am special for being the only person to EVER make him quit. One day he wanted to see me so bad, that he actualy bribed his mom with a tattoo so that I could come over. I went over, and he sat right next to me on the couch the WHOLE 4 hours I was there at his house. He continually kept trying to shake my hand and ask me “what was up” even though that was already discussed. He also hugged me A LOT. The hugging and the handshaking was proceeded by him telling me how he doesn’t trust women and he wants to find a good one. As he went to take me home, he gave me a good 30 second hug, swayed back and forth and said “thanks for coming over, i love you.” Last night after talking to him until my phone died, we met up on the internet and started talking. Then, he had said..”I want to get my dick wet.” He is always telling me about his previous relationships, why they ended, etc. I have noticed that my cousin and I formed a bond really quick, because he is always telling me about his life, personal things about him, and calling often. So..based on what I am saying…does he like me more than a “little cousin.” Please, no rude remarks. I am just as weirded out as anyone reading this will be,so try to understand my situation and answer honestly. thanks.
PS. I AM 18 AND HE IS 27.
ALSO, WOULDN’T HE WANT TO HANG OUT WITH HIS FRIENDS INSTEAD OF TALKING TO ME ON THE PHONE? AFTER ALL, HE JUST GOT OUT OF A 2 YEAR PRISON SENTENCE.
he also made the comment that I was “beautiful on the inside and out.
on the phone, he’ll say “im tired” so I will say, “go get some sleep then dude!” and he’ll say, “oh do you want me to go? do you want me to stay?”
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Answer by Ashley
no offense kidda creepy and stalkerish . if you like him good for u just be smart and if u dont tell him in a gental manner with someone else there cause somtimes people tend to flip . best of luck
Answer by greg volk
WOW that’s messed up, that is a little to much cousin-ey love!! I think he does have a thing for you and it could be fueled by his lack of relationship skills with women… coming from prison and what not.. Now that you are being super nice to him, he is treating you like a girl that he wants to “get with”! His actions and comments are inappropriate and I think you need to do something to slow his infatuation
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