COMMUNITY RESOURCES
QC Counseling Services, PLLC (QCCS) is committed to supporting individuals and families beyond therapy by helping connect them to essential community resources.
The following resources are provided to assist with basic needs such as food, clothing, financial support, transportation, legal assistance, and seasonal or emergency aid.
Availability and eligibility for these services may vary by location and individual circumstances. This list is intended as a general guide to help individuals identify support options and connect with organizations that may be able to assist during times of need.
Quick Actions to Take
1. Call 2-1-1 for personalized resource referrals in your local area
Website: https://www.211.org
2. Visit Benefits.gov to explore government assistance programs you may qualify for (food, cash assistance, utilities, healthcare, housing, and more)
Website: https://www.benefits.gov
3. Use Feeding America’s Food Bank Locator to find food banks and pantries near you
Website: https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank
4. Search FindHelp.org to locate food, clothing, transportation, financial assistance, and other support services by ZIP code
Website: https://www.findhelp.org
Additional Helpful Nationwide Resources
SNAP & WIC (Food Assistance)
The Salvation Army (Food, Clothing, Holiday Assistance, Emergency Help)
https://www.salvationarmyusa.org
United Way (Community Resources & Crisis Support)
Free or Low-Cost Cars & Transportation Assistance
- Free Charity Cars: https://freecharitycars.org
- Vehicles for Change: https://www.vehiclesforchange.org
- Cars 4 Heroes (Veterans & First Responders): https://cars4heroes.org
Christmas & Holiday Assistance
- Salvation Army Holiday Programs: https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/plugins/gdosCenterSearch
- United Way Holiday Assistance (via 211): https://www.211.org
Free & Low-Cost Legal Help
- Legal Services Corporation (LSC): https://www.lsc.gov
- ABA Free Legal Answers: https://www.freelegalanswers.org
- National Legal Aid & Defender Association: https://www.nlada.org
Clothing & Household Essentials
National Clothing Resources
- Soles4Souls- Provides donated shoes and clothing through partners nationwide.
- Cradles to Crayons- Supplies free children’s clothing, shoes, coats, and other basics in many U.S. regions.
- Assistance League- Community chapters offering clothing and supplies through volunteer programs.
Local thrift stores, community centers, and faith-based groups also often offer seasonal clothing support.
Financial & Basic Needs Assistance
National Support & Help Locators
- United Way 211- Connects you to local rent, utility, food, and crisis support.
- Benefits.gov- A federal tool that helps you determine eligibility for government benefit programs like TANF, LIHEAP, and more.
Nonprofit Cash & Emergency Aid
- Local community action agencies often provide emergency funds for rent, utilities, prescriptions, and other urgent needs.
Transportation Support (Free / Low Cost Cars)
While national free car programs are limited and often income or need-based, there are nonprofit programs that distribute donated vehicles or assist with car access:
Programs That May Provide Vehicles
- FreeCharityCars.org / 1-800-Charity Car- National nonprofit that donates vehicles to families in need, including victims of domestic violence, low-income households, and more.
- Cars 4 Heroes- Provides free basic transportation to veterans, first responders, and their families.
Other Vehicle Support & Resources
- Vehicles for Change- Helps low-income families achieve stability through vehicle awards (low-cost or donated).
- Good News Garage- Repairs donated vehicles and awards them to those in need (regional but often referenced nationwide model).
- Cars for Moms- Charitable program providing cars or repairs to single parents in need (nationwide model).
- National List of Car Programs- The National Cons
