The number of single parents in the United States continues to rise. There is no question that economically, times are tough for everyone but, especially for single parents trying to provide for families on their own. Be reassured that there are many tools, including several government resources. Some include federal student aid (FAFSA), medical benefits from the US department of health and human services (DHHS), for temporary assistanceTANF can be resourceful, as well as WIC can provide checks.Getting a post secondary education is almost necessary now to get work that provides enough income to support a family. With the rising demand for education and the government budget cuts, tuition and fees continue to rise every year. Thus, making it more expensive to attend college. Completing a FASFA whether for the parent or child preparing for college is a free federal resource. It is based primarily off of income and provides free money to help pay for tuition, fees, books, and supplies. It also allows you to get subsidized and/or unsubsidized student loans. DHHS has a program called " Insure kids now program" allows low income families to receive free or low cost health insurance for children. Every state has its own regulations regarding this program so in order to find out the qualifications for each state you can call the program at 1-877-KIDS-NOW. Even the smallest amount of payment can allow extra disposable income to go to other places where it is needed. TANF is a program for families in temporary need of assistance. It is a lot like welfare. You may receive food stamps or housing assistance. To find out more information about this program you can locate your local human services office.WIC is a federal program that can be used in families with children under the age of five. It is a federal program that provides monthly checks with specific foods that you can purchase. It helps provide women and children nutritional assistance through food supplements and diet plans. They can also help provide information on resources for medical needs, abuse, and pregnancy. Overall the average monthly WIC checks equal about 100.00 in groceries.These are a few ways to help single parents with their financial needs. Know that every bit of free money and support is one step closer to reaching your goals of providing your family with a more stable lifestyle, leading towards a less stressful lifestyle, as well as a more successful career!