An outreach for the ill: how to form a charitable group?

Question

I would like to know how, in starting with one individual: to form an outreach group for those who are ill; whether mental/emotional or physical?
What ideas in terms of being able to help these people?
Any ideas (housework, counseling etc.) are welcomed!

Any organization or online forum that you know of that would be able to help me on this, as well?

As a sidenote, I reside in a small, rural community.

Answer 1

Non-Profits for Dummies and Grant Wring for Dummies could help give you a good plan for helping.