Financial Resources

Sources of financial assistance for cancer patients struggling with the overwhelming cost associated with cancer.

CFAC is a coalition of organizations helping cancer patients limit their financial challenges.

The cost of medical treatment is among the many concerns you may have if you, a friend, or family member has been diagnosed with cancer. Because bills and debt can add up quickly, people may want to seek financial help soon after being diagnosed with cancer. Oncology social workers, case managers, doctors, and oncology nurses can help or provide referrals to support services and financial resources.

People with cancer sometimes need financial assistance to pay for cancer treatments, supportive care, living expenses, and other areas.These resources include organizations and funders providing financial support.

The Emergency Cancer Relief Fund was created by the HealthWell Foundation, a nationally recognized independent non-profit organization founded in 2003, that has served as a safety net for more than 200,000 underinsured patients by providing access to life-changing medical treatments they otherwise would not be able to afford.

Below are the names and Web addresses of organizations that offer financial assistance to people affected by cancer, or that have links to organizations that may provide such help.

Find information and resources on financial assistance and support if you have breast cancer and are in need of help.

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Stupid Cancer, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, is the largest charity that makes cancer suck less for those touched by young adult cancer. Founded in 2007 by Matthew Zachary, Stupid Cancer comprehensively addresses young adult cancer through advocacy, research, support, outreach, awareness, mobile health and social media. Our innovative, award-winning and evidence-based programs and services serve as a global bullhorn to propel the young adult cancer movement forward.

A diagnosis of cancer can quickly impose an economic burden. Costs for surgery, travel and medication, even if you have insurance, can mount. Find out where to get financial help.

2-1-1 is the telephone number of a call center that offers information and provides referrals to health and human services for everyday needs and in times of crisis. Services vary from community to community.

Real Help Now = Real Hope Now The Pink Fund provides 90 day non-medical cost-of-living expenses to breast cancer patients in active treatment for breast cancer, so they can focus on healing, raising their families, and returning to the workplace. Give REAL Help Now… Donate! We rely on the generosity of people like

Find resources for financial assistance during cancer treatment.

Get information on issues surrounding private and government insurance plans, as well as other possible sources of financial help for people with cancer.

Having cancer might mean you earn less because you have to work fewer hours or not work at all. You may also have extra costs. There are benefits and grants available.

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