how to get help with resources

does anyone out there know how a person can get medical help when they have no insurance,no income of thier own and can't quailfy for medi-cal due to owning a bare lot in the foot hills that is unsellable due all the back taxes and property association fees that are due.  This person is positive they have bi-polar disorder and has been ill for years but now it is getting much worse. any one have any ideas or knowledg on this subject let me know. This person lives in California, Fresno county

[RJ233]

Sell the land at a cost that will include the amount of the taxes and fees, and the attorney can then clear the title. They can list the amount on the disclosure and who it is going to so the buyer is protected, and the finance source. Of course the money gained if any would count as income. Depending on how much, the person could pay for some treatment. If he breaks even then there is no source of money, so they should qualify if that was the cause. Did they call the local Social Service Mental Health and that was who turned him down? If so than he must sell. If not, I would contact them. RJ

[azalea82]

With regard to medication, there are many prescription assistance programs that offer free medication to patients unable to afford medication.  In addition, Lithium (one of the mainstays of treating bipolar disorder) is available for $4 per month at Kroger, Target, and Wal-mart.  

Not sure if this is useful, but worth a try . . .
Fresno County Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) info from website:
MHSA Administration
Theri Hughes, Secretary
Phone:  [phone]
Fax:  [phone]
E-mail:  ***@****

[azalea82]

You could also try "Fresno County Network of Care for Mental Health"

Copied and pasted info below . . .

This Web site is a resource for individuals, families and agencies concerned with mental health. It provides information about mental health services, laws, and related news, as well as communication tools and other features. Regardless of where you begin your search for assistance with mental health issues, the Network of Care helps you find what you need - it helps ensure that there is "No Wrong Door" for those who need services. This Web site can greatly assist in our efforts to protect our greatest human asset - our beautiful minds.

[tres1965]

When I was in the midst of switching insurance, the p-doc
gave me samples. She said that is fairly common, you just
have to ask. You may have to go in weekly or biweekly to
pick them up, but that is preferable to not having any!
Also, I applied for Wyeth & other meds.  I got a 90 day supply
at  a time. The downfall is you have to do a lot of paperwork
& follow thru. You also may want someone to hold your
meds for just a week at a time, just to be safe!