Who specializes in helping low income people with obtaining cash/food assistance?

I am answering on the premise that you have applied for assistance and have been denied. Try the following: Many local bar associations have pro bono programs that can assist at no cost. Legal Aid organizations may provide assistance. Social service agencies, i.e., Red Cross, etc., may be able to help. You mayalso want to speak directly with the local office of Jobs and Family Services as there may be an Ombusman or similar person that can help navigate the system.