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:
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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