I suffer from severe migraines so I feel ya about the headaches. I have found that a good heavy stone is the only thing that ever helps in any way. It takes the edge off long enough to chill out my mood, raise my spirits,and give me some rest. Nothing takes it away but it makes it more manageable. I hope you get your hands on some soon.

Shitty you have hit dead ends and bumps in the road looking for local help.
I wouldnt even know where to steer you in the US. Do you have united way? If you do maybe a call to them can yield some referrals. They know of every service agency out there. Apparently though, many places have cut off dates for christmas assistance since they can only provide help to a certain number of families. If you were in Canada I would know of some places but that doesnt help you much though.

Oh, and no problem about the email offer. Just doing what is within my realm.
I wish i could do more. Its frustrating seeing a family struggle when so many others prosper. Sometimes shitty things happen to good people. I hope you can take some comfort in knowing everything happens for a reason and even if its not visible now, it will be revealed eventually.
( well thats what iIm telling myself anyhow hehe)

Well Im out for the night.
Take care man. Youre in my thoughts.