I don't know of any agencies that can be of help. If she tries free legal aid (good advice!) perhaps they can direct her to some useful agencies.
In my limited experience, most agencies will only help once you've hit bottom. I don't what your sister's maritial status is, or if she plans to stay married, but she might need some type of legal separation or even a divorce in order to qualify for some aid.
Your sister has my admiration for trying to do the right thing for her step-daughter. Please keep this thread updated.
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