Utility companies and government programs can help during hard times.
Some HUD rental assistance & Section 8 program waiting lists have closed at this time.
A good way to get a solid support system and find people willing to help is to join and attend your local church.
Freebie Alerts pulls from Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace and others to give you notifications when FREE items your looking for are listed nearby.
Upside allows me to save around 10cents a gallon in most cities I travel.