Financial Assistance

How can I get financial assistance for my cancer-related expenses?

There are several local and national organizations to help with the expenses of cancer. Click here to read an article about getting assistance.

Chemotherapy
For chemotherapy, every pharmaceutical company has a “compassionate care” program that you can apply for. They each have their own application forms and ‘hoops’ to jump through, but it is worth the effort. You will need to know the names of all the drugs you are taking to then find out who is their manufacturer. I can help with that if you aren’t sure. Click here for a complete listing of pharmaceutical assistance programs

Transportation

For transportation, there are several companies that offer free airfare to cancer patients and their family members. Click here for their phone numbers and webpages.

Housing Options When Seeking Treatment Out of Town:

Click here for an article in CURE Magazine on housing options.

Household Expenses
For assistance with non-medical expenses, such as rent and utilities, call: 

Household Assistance

Insurance Issues 
For assistance with insurance matters, Click here.

Make-a-wish programs 

  • Angel Foundation
    "Making special wishes come true for adults in Ohio with terminal illness"
    419/238-6726
    Van Wert
  • Happiness Unlimited
    Wish fulfillment for adults with cancer
    973/984-0990
    New Jersey

 

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