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GENERAL FINANCIAL Allsup (866) 477-7005 American Life Fund (877) 768-1844 Blue Hope Financial Assistance (877) 422-2030 Cancer Financial Assistance Coalition Cancer For College CancerCare (800) 813-4673 Care Credit (800) 677-0718 Colorectal Care Line (866) 657-8634 Expertise.com Federal Grant Accessibility Guide (877) 769-7769 Fifth Season Financial (866) 459-1271 FinAid Good Days From CDF (877) 968-7233 Healthwell Foundation (800) 675-8416 Life Credit (888) 274-1777 Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance Scholarship Myriad (800) 469-7423 Patient Access Network (866) 316-7263 Patient Advocate Foundation (800) 532-5274 Social Security Disability (800) 772-1213 Survivorship A - Z Support and Assistance Guide for Cancer Patients U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (800) 827-1000 Offers a disability life planning service if unemployed and have a disability while waiting for Social Security benefits. Helps with SSDI issues, also if on SSDI. Helps with re-employment when ready to rejoin the workforce. Offering cancer financial assistance to individuals with late stage cancer or a life threatening illness looking to sell their existing life insurance policy and get funds quickly. Colon Cancer Alliance program that provides financial support to either get screened or pay for expenses while going through treatment. Online only. Financial help near your location. Online only. Offers scholarships to cancer survivors. Enrollment from October 1 - January 31. $100 grant for women for transportation, home and child care. Copay assistance for men and women (direct line: (866) 522-6729). Healthcare credit card. Mainly accepted for dental, vision care and outpatient surgical centers. Navigation through the reimbursement system, including initial interpretation of the patient's benefit language. Also provides direct appeals assistance. This guide aims to help make the federal grants available to seniors, veterans and disabled people much easier to understand and take advantage of, particularly for remodeling homes for accessibility. Loans for Living program based on your life insurance policy and benefits for patients diagnosed with advanced cancer. A comprehensive guide to college scholarships for not only young survivors, but children of cancer patients. Formerly Chronic Disease Fund. Assistance finding the right insurance, transportation, lodging and gas assistance. May also help with COBRA payments. Helps with prescription assistance and, possibly, insurance premiums. Financial assistance program for cancer patients based on your life insurance policy through its Living benefits loan program. Online application only. Scholarship program for cancer survivors of any cancer, or parent, sibling, immediate family member or close friend of someone that has battled any cancer. Financial assistance to pay for testing for Lynch Syndrome. Medication copayment assistance up to $7,500 per year available for Medicare patients. Liaison between patient and insurer, patient and employer and/or creditors to resolve insurance, job retention and/or debt crisis matters relative to their diagnosis through case managers. Eligible to apply if you are unable to work for one year or more (verified by doctor). If you are turned down, appeal the decision. If approved, benefits paid after sixth full month of disability. Online only. Offers information on survivorship from insurance, finances, medical care, work issues, etc. This resource lists charitable organizations that assist with basic household expenses, medical costs, housing and transportation needs for patients receiving treatment away from home. Veterans can apply for “Improved Pension.” Also provides treatment and medications at Veteran’s Administration Medical Centers. COMMUNITY RESOURCES Catholic Charities (703) 549-1390 Community Action Partnership Food Banks - Listings by State Jewish Family Services Jewish Federation Lutheran Social Services Meals-to-Heal (888) 721-1041 Need Help Paying Bills Salvation Army SNAP Program St. Vincent De Paul Society United Way Dependent on local agency, emergency financial assistance as well as counseling services (do not need to be Catholic to benefit). Type in state/county to see help available for financial, food rent, utilities, etc. Free or low cost transportation for Medicaid/Medical Assistance patients. State listings at bottom of page for food banks in your area. Varying services from food pantry, financial assistance, senior services, etc. Most sites will provide social services and some form of emergency assistance to all qualified low income individuals and seniors in the region, regardless of religion, age, gender or culture. Offers different services country wide: food, shelter, education, etc. Nutritious meals delivered to home at varying costs. Resource to links for rent, utilities, food and organizational help; select your state/county for local resources. Samples: Florida Assistance Programs, Orange County Assistance Programs Rent, utilities and food assistance; type in zip code for local center. Food assistance. Enter state to access application for SNAP (Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program) benefits along with local phone numbers. Rent, utility, food and shelter assistance (varies). Dial 211 for various resources in area, such as food, rent and utilities (resources vary by area). YOUNG ADULTS (18-40 YEARS OLD) Brenda Mehling Cancer Fund (661) 310-7940 Jennifer Ireland Foundation LivON Foundation (757) 469-6898 Meredith’s Miracles (859) 630-6936 Stupid Cancer (877)735-4673 The SAMFund (617) 938-3484 Up to $500 grant to help with rent, mortgage, car insurance. Online only; for families with dependent children under age 23; average award is $1,000; Missouri and Kansas residents only. Working to increase awareness about Colon Cancer symptoms and prevention and provide financial support to those 50 and younger in the Hampton Roads, VA area. Medical bills, housing expenses, groceries, utilities. Referral from social worker/nurse/doctor needed. Support for young adults; offers support, information and resources. Cancer survivors ages 18-39 who have completed treatment. Financial help for rent, utilities, groceries, gym memberships, as well as valuable resources. SENIORS Area Agency on Aging/Office of Aging Elder Helpers (734) 330-2734 Meals on Wheels (703) 548-5274 Seniors Helping Seniors Various services; Meals on Wheels, food, transportation, utilities, sliding scale fee for home health aides, etc. Free elder help - carrying groceries, errands, rides, cleaning cooking, etc. Free meals, must be over 60; type in zip code to find listings near you. Online only; enter zip code for closest location. They offer respite care, laundry, meals, light housekeeping, transportation and companionship. NOT covered by insurance. PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE (For any help with prescription medications, please search the pharmaceutical company as most have a Patient Assistance Program.) CancerCare Copay (866) 552-6729) Good Days From CDF (877) 968-7233 Healthwell Foundation (800) 675-8416 Needy Meds (800) 503-6897 Partnership for Prescription Assistance Patient Access Network (PAN) (866) 316-7263 Patient Advocate Foundation (866) 512-3861 Rx Outreach (800) 769-3880 Stivarga Co-pay Help - REACH (866) 639-2827 Neulasta (888) 657-8371 Co-pays for medications and infusions Formerly Chronic Disease Fund; financial assistance for insured patients for out-of-pocket costs for approved medication. Assistance for chemo induced neutropenia, i.e. Neulasta, and specific other medications. Best resource to find assistance for meds. Contact info for individual pharmaceutical company Patient Assistance Program (PAP) for particular drug. Helps patients without drug coverage find free or low cost medicines. Medication copay assistance up to $7,500 per year for Medicare patients. Co-Pay Relief Program. No age restrictions; income limits apply. Resources for Expert Assistance & Care Helpline. Financial help with copay coupon. LEGAL ASSISTANCE Allsup (866) 477-7005 Cancer and Careers Cancer Legal Resource Center and Disability Rights Legal Center (866) 843-2572 Legal Aid National Cancer Legal Services Network Social Security Disability, Medicare services and health benefits coordination. A great resource for questions in dealing with your job during your cancer diagnosis and treatment. Helps with Medicaid/Medicare/SSI/SSD questions and assistance. Use map to locate local free legal aid. May help with disability issues, landlord issues, filling out forms, etc. Help available in several languages. Free legal services for those with cancer; insurance disputes, public benefits, housing, employment issues, etc. LODGING Fisher House Hope Lodge (800) 227-2345 Healthcare Hospitality Network (800) 542-9730 Joe's House Lodging Guide (877) 563-7468 Veterans only. Housing for families of patients receiving medical care at major military and VA medical centers. American Cancer Society lodging near hospitals. Provides lodging and support services to patients, families, loved ones who are receiving medical treatment far from their home communities. Discount hotel rates near hospitals. INSURANCE INFORMATION/NO INSURANCE Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Healthcare.gov Healthleads USA Hill-Burton Assistance Program (800) 638-0742 Insure US Today Medicaid Medicare Interactive National Cancer Institute (800)-422-6237 National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship Patient Advocate Foundation The 25 states and four tribes in CDC's Colorectal Cancer Control Program (CRCCP) provide colorectal cancer screening services to lowincome men and women ages 50–64; underinsured or uninsured for screening, when no other insurance is available. Assistance/insurance marketplace information to purchase insurance. Putting Patients First® Gain a better understanding of their options in the health insurance marketplace; find coverage that meets individual health care and budget needs. Estimate My Costs Estimate total annual out-ofpocket costs. Answer My Questions - Answers questions about health insurance marketplace. New innovative type of healthcare group that helps patients with basic needs, i.e. food, housing, etc. (Bay area, Chicago, Mid-Atlantic, New England and NY area only for now.) Free or reduced healthcare; you pay what you can afford, based on your income. Put in your zip code to find a list of facilities in your area that takes part in this program. Understanding healthcare reform and insurance issues. Government program that covers medical care. Eligible based on income and assets. May also be eligible for Cash Assistance and Food Stamps. It is also possible to apply for MA/Medicaid as supplemental insurance to Medicare. Contact local Department of Welfare for application. Great webpage for answering your questions about Medicare benefits, rights and options. Most centers also offer Charity Care. Their centers take a multidisciplinary team approach - surgeons, oncologists, radiologists are all on the same team coming up with an opinion and treatment regimen that is best for you. Online only; advocates for quality cancer care; offers information about insurance issues; offers the Cancer Survival Toolbox. Acts as liaison for insurance issues; National uninsured patient directory and National underinsured patient directory offer links to organizations that can help locally. TRANSPORTATION/GAS ACS Road to Recovery (800) 227-2345 Air Charity Network (877) 621-7177 Angel Wheels to Healing (800) 768-0238 CancerCare (800)-813-4673 Free Gas USA Lifeline Pilots (800) 822-7972 National Patient Travel Center (800) 296-1217 Southwest Airlines Medical Grant Service Organizations American Cancer Society volunteer drivers provide transportation to and from treatment, tests/labs, and doctor appointments. Volunteer pilots. Coordinates air flight for those with medical needs. Formerly Angel Bus. Provides gas cards or ground transportation. $100 grant for women for transportation. Online only; free tank of gas, if eligible. Air transportation for trips two hours or longer. Non-emergent long distance ground and air transportation. 24-hour Helpline to assist with travel resources. Southwest Airlines provides air transportation for certain medical facilities. Check with your local Jaycees, Lion’s Club, church groups, etc., for volunteer drivers. OSTOMY SUPPLIES Coloplast (803) 445 4417 Convatec (800) 422-8811 Hollister, Inc. (866) 740-8999 United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA) (800) 826-0826 Ostogroup (877) 678-6690 Ostomy Angel’s Pantry Ostomy 2-1-1 Free ostomy kit as well as information for ostomate. Free samples as well as much information for ostomate. Secure Start Services for questions about ostomy; Free sample; Assistance for supplies on case by case basis Medicare reimbursement guide Offers resources, information, support groups, and a much more extensive list of suppliers and how to choose a product. For uninsured only; all consumer pays is shipping only on supplies. A Facebook page dedicated to collecting/disbursing donated ostomy supplies. Linking as many people as possible to ostomy resources. TELEPHONE Assurance Wireless (888) 898-4888 Safelink Wireless (800) 723-3546 Provides free cell phone plus free minutes, if eligible. Provides free cell phone to low income households. SUPPLIES Abbott Patient Assistance Foundation (800) 222-6885 American Cancer Society TLC program (800) 227-2345 Cancer Fund Of America (800) 578-5284 Happy Hair Bands National Diaper Bank Network Pfizer (800) 879-3477 Simon Foundation for Continence Offers help with their medical nutrition products, i.e. Ensure, Pediasure, etc. Wig voucher/affordable wig/hat program. Free Wig Bank located in at least one local hospital/clinic in most large cities. Provides patients with various items including diapers, briefs, toiletries, etc. Depends - (877) 413-3736 gives $1 and $2 coupons to caller. Feel free to message them on their Facebook page as the website is being built. Offering hats and headbands with a special look, they are bringing a little happiness, comfort and confidence as you go through your cancer journey. Link to help those who can’t afford diapers have access to them. Financial help paying for silver sulfadiazine cream for radiation burns. Information on diaper banks across the country for those in need of free incontinence supplies. HEARING AIDS CancerCare Better Hearing Institute (800) 327-9355 Hearing Loss Assn. of America Miracle Ear Foundation Partners with Seimens to provide hearing aids to cancer patients. List of financial assistance programs for those dealing with cancer and who have hearing issues from treatment. Financial assistance programs to pay for hearing aids. Helps those who have exhausted other means of finding help obtaining hearing aids. END OF LIFE HELP American Cancer Society Funeral Consumers Alliance (802) 865-8300 Hospice Foundation (800) 854-3402 Need Help Paying Bills - Funeral Help Online search for burial assistance. Assistance in finding affordable help with a funeral. Find answers about hospice care. Online guide to funeral costs. FUNDRAISERS Give Forward (312) 322-1200 Raise Hope for Cancer (855) 489-4673 MedGift Fundraising platform you create to help pay for bills, etc. Fundraising online as well as fundraising event suggestions. Fundraising site for those with medical issues started by a young woman who died of cancer. MISCELLANEOUS Cleaning For a Reason (877) 337-3348 Dream Foundation (888) 437-3267 Myriadtests-Clinical-Update-5FU Toxicity Understanding Your Pathology Results CancerCare - Talking to Children About Cancer Cancer.net - Camps/Retreats U.S. and Canada. Free professional house cleaning for women undergoing treatment for cancer, one general cleaning per month x 4 months, with participating maid service in that town. Dream granting organization for adults with life threatening illnesses. Information on testing for predisposition to 5fu toxicity. This a great link to understanding all the “big words” they use on your report. A great link to assist you with talking to kids about cancer. They also offer free support, counseling and workgroups not only for patients but for their children. Link to camps for children whose parents are dealing with cancer. MENTAL HEALTH/COUNSELING ASSISTANCE National Suicide Hotline (800) 273-8255 Domestic Abuse Hotline (800) 799-7233 Elder Abuse Hotline (800) 677-1116 The American Psychosocial Oncology Society (866) 276-7443 CancerCare (800) 813-4673 24/7 Counselors Helpline that will match patients with professionals skilled in management of cancer-related distress. Mental health issues are now covered for most plans. Will provide limited helpline support until they can find local help. Free professional oncological counseling over the phone as well as online and in person support groups. STATE RESOURCES Arizona California Connecticut Delaware Florida Georgia Arizona Assistance in Healthcare.com (623) 207-3009 $250 grant – no medical bills CancerCare (800) 813-4673 $400 grant for transportation, home and childcare. (San Diego and Imperial county residents only.) CancerCare (800) 813-4673 $300 to $500 grant for medical supplies Bringing Hope Home (484) 580-8395 Provides financial and emotional support for cancer patients in treatment in greater Philadelphia area including Kent, New Castle and Sussex Counties. Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation (855) 585-5433 Financial help for Florida residents with cancer. Cancer Alliance of Naples (239) 643-4673 Helps cancer patients with rent, groceries, utilities, insurance (Collier County, Bonita Springs and Estero residents only). MedBank Foundation (912) 356-2898 Free/low cost drugs (no narcotics). Southeastern and central Georgia residents only. The Cancer Foundation of Northeast Georgia Idaho Indiana Kentucky (706) 353-4354 Financial assistance (Only 18 counties in Northeast Georgia—no Southern Georgia residents. Cancer Coalition of Southern Georgia (229) 312-1700 No monetary assistance; referrals to local resources only. Cancer Patient Care (509) 456-0446 A regional organization based in Spokane serving cancer patients in Eastern Washington state and Northern Idaho. Financial help for basic needs i.e. utilities, groceries, transportation to treatment, wigs and other equipment. Fighter’s Fund (800) 841-6399 One time $200 grant (Floyd or Clark Counties residents only). Louisville Fresh Stop (502) 741-2430 June to Sept. only; fresh fruits and vegetables at low costs. Fighter’s Fund (800) 841-6399 One time $200 grant to Kentucky residents. Jackson County Cancer Fund (606) 287-8538 Financial assistance (Jackson County residents only). Missouri and Kansas New York New Jersey Pennsylvania South Carolina Texas Virginia Kentucky Cancer Link (877) 597-4655 Financial help with gas cards and referrals to other resources for Kentucky residents. Jennifer Ireland Foundation Online app only Assistance up to $1,000 for families affected by cancer with dependent children under age 23. CancerCare (800) 813-4673 $200 grant for transportation; $1500 grant for chemo and radiation: residents of NYC only. $300 to $500 grant for medical supplies for residents of NYC, Long Island, Westchester and Rockland Counties only. CancerCare (800) 813-4673 $300 to $500 grant for medical supplies. Bringing Hope Home (484) 580-8395 Provides financial and emotional support for cancer patients in treatment in greater Philadelphia area, including Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Gloucester and Salem Counties. Bringing Hope Home (484) 580-8395 Provides financial and emotional support for cancer patients in treatment in the greater Philadelphia area, including Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties. Nutritional Supplement Assistance Online only Helps seniors with products, such as Ensure. Cancer Connection Links to cancer care agencies, financial assistance, transportation, etc. in the Austin area The Daily Planet (804) 783-0678 For uninsured patients; sliding scale for services and case management helps resolve homelessness. Washington West Virginia LivON Foundation (757) 469-6898 Working to increase awareness about Colon Cancer symptoms and prevention and provide financial support to those 50 and younger in the Hampton Roads, VA area. Cancer Patient Care (509) 456-0446 Regional organization based in Spokane serving cancer patients in Eastern Washington state and Northern Idaho. Financial help for basic needs i.e. utilities, transportation to treatment, and other equipment. James "Tiger" Morton Catastrophic Illness Commission (304) 558-6073 Financial assistance when all other resources are exhausted. FINANCIAL AND EMOTIONAL SUPPRORT FOR NON-COLORECTAL/CANADIAN CALLERS HPV and Anal Cancer Foundation (646) 593-7739 Cancer.Net Lung Cancer Alliance (800) 298-2436 Anal Cancer Offers information resources on appendiceal cancer Lung Cancer