spaceboy what helped me a lot was to get into therapy. I went to a clinic that had lots of experience working with low income people. I also got physical health care and diagnosis. You could start seeing a therapist, this way you'd get evaluated, diagnosed, get some help with coping skills, and be building records and documentation up of what you are experiencing.

Then I applied for state and eventually federal assistance. All this can be uncomfortable and confusing, but very worth it.

Perna's ideas are great too.

You can find out who the helping agencies are in your area, see if there is help available with filling out forms, going through the application process.

I think it will be important for you to keep telling people what you are going through, and getting diagnosed.