Patches of Light is dedicated to supporting families in Freeport, ME, who are navigating the challenges of catastrophic health issues and financial hardship. Our mission is to provide essential financial assistance, such as help with utilities, housing payments, gas cards, and grocery cards, to alleviate some of the burden families face during difficult times. We work closely with the child's medical team to ensure each request is verified while maintaining strict confidentiality about the situation. Applications are processed within 2-3 weeks, and must be submitted by hospital staff on behalf of the families. To streamline the process and avoid communication delays, we encourage hospital staff to confirm the arrival of applications via email, ensuring we can provide timely assistance to those in need.