Patches of Light is dedicated to supporting families in Jonesboro, LA, who are navigating the challenging intersection of catastrophic health issues and financial difficulties. Our mission is to alleviate the burden on these families by offering financial assistance for essential needs such as utilities and housing, as well as providing gas and grocery cards to ease daily challenges. We prioritize confidentiality and work directly with medical teams to verify each family's situation, ensuring a streamlined process. Applications for support, which require validation by hospital staff, typically take 2-3 weeks for consideration. To facilitate smoother communication, we encourage applicants to confirm the submission of their requests via email, helping us to better serve those in need during critical times.