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Financial Assistance
Dealing with cancer can be overwhelming, and one of the biggest challenges many people face is the cost of care.
Many organizations and programs provide services such as transportation to treatment, access to medications or lodging, or other necessities. One or more of the services below may be able to offer some relief.
Provides financial support for Leukemia, Lymphoma, Myeloma, Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), and Myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) patients. Financial support is provided in the form of co-pay assistance and grants.
A service of the American Cancer Society. Lodges throughout the country provide temporary free housing for cancer patients who need outpatient treatment. The emphasis is on providing a nurturing, home-like environment that is conducive to healing.
Program provides free rides to cancer-related medical appointments. Trained volunteer drivers will pick you up, take you to your appointment, and drop you off at home. All for free and all to make your days a little easier.
A national nonprofit organization based in New York that provides transportation, some medications for treating side effects, and childcare costs to cancer patients in need of those services. Grants vary greatly depending on individuals’ needs and expenses.
Cancer Financial Assistance Coalition
A coalition of financial assistance organizations joining forces to help cancer patients experience better health and well-being by limiting financial challenges. Among CFAC’s member organizations are the American Cancer Society, CancerCare, the National Marrow Donor Program and nine more. CFAC maintains a database of resources searchable by diagnosis, type of aid (housing, expenses, prosthetics) and zip code.
Helps people to afford the copayments for cancer or chronic disease medications. Patients aided by PAN have insurance but lack the funds for out-of-pocket expenses.