I hope you can get help you need. As I am new to Steemit, I do not have much to give yet. Hopefully the community can surround you in support or your family will realize the dire need for help in your situation. Have you considered moving somewhere where the cost of living is much lower? I am in Georgia so I don't know much about NY, but I'm assuming in the City it must be outrageous!
Thanks for your comment @keciah.., I appreciate the support in any form. And yes, I have definitely considered leaving NYC. Welcome to Steemit, there are some pretty amazing people here, I hope you enjoy it!