This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/wdB.2ACE/249.1 Message Board Post: Without knowing more about your brother's type of imployment, it is difficult to know what services to suggest. I assume he was not employed by a company that offers sick leave benefits, but if so, they should continue his salary. Was he discharged from his job because of his surgery? If that were the case he might be eligible for unemployment compensation. Also, he might be eligible for Social Security Disability, but that is a lengthy process. I would suggest you call Church Response (605-342-5360) or South Dakota Advocacy Services (605-342-2575) or South Dakota University Affiliated Program in Sioux Falls (800-658-3080). If these can't help, perhaps they could direct you. Good luck! Stella