I waited 2 years before receiving medicare. Later I realized I could apply for medicaid in my state. This pays for what medicare doesn't. And once you do get on medicare, both medicare and medicaid will usuallt pay for any doctor visits, medications, and hospital visits (incl. ECT) at offices that accept both insurances. It really helps.

I've been out of work for over a year, but before that, I could only do small part time jobs. Fortunately, that is where disability helps, and combined with medicare and medicaid, it can really be beneficial.

You may want to check your county's resources for mental health and substance abuse. They will have a website stating what they do offer help with, plus phone numbers!!! Call those numbers, and ask for further resources, links, databases, and community help centers. Be assertive and don't back down until you get the amount of help YOU want!! You will soon be very amazed at the vast help that actually is out there... including someone who can help you get on medicare! or medicaid!

Good luck. You can do it. I know it!

Wildflower88