financial help?

kb8ogb
kb8ogb Member Posts: 2
edited March 2014 in Breast Cancer #1
I have been told over and over by everyone that there is so much help for breast cancer patients!!! I was diagnosed on Christmas Eve and just prior to that lost my job due to the economy!!! I have $2000.00 decuctible for 2009 and 2010!!!! That is $4000.00 on unemployment, paying for cobra and basic living expenses!!!! Does anyone know where I can get help!!!! My state won't help me and Social Security is no help!!!!

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  • CR1954
    CR1954 Member Posts: 1,390 Member
    #2
    I'm sorry.....
    I'm sorry that you are having to go through this. It's bad enough just fighting the cancer.

    All I can suggest is to contact your local ACS and see if they can offer any assistance. Or steer you in the direction to get some financial relief. They are very good at what they do....helping people who have cancer.

    Hugs,

    CR
  • Cindy54
    Cindy54 Member Posts: 452
    #3
    Hello, Sorry you are in this
    Hello, Sorry you are in this situation. Mine is/was similiar, had ovarian while becoming unemployed. Do you go to a cancer center? If so, ask the social workers there to help you. I could not afford COBRA or any kind of insurance, so I went under charity care. You might have to fill out oodles of paperwork and it does get to you, but it may be worth a try. The American Cancer society also has programs for those undergoing treatment...such as covering transportation costs if you are in active treatment. Also check with your local utility companies about programs they have. If you are low income, they can help you. It also depends on the state you live in. I wish you the best with things, Cindy
  • DianeBC
    DianeBC Member Posts: 3,881 Member
    #4
    CR1954 said:

    I'm sorry.....
    I'm sorry that you are having to go through this. It's bad enough just fighting the cancer.

    All I can suggest is to contact your local ACS and see if they can offer any assistance. Or steer you in the direction to get some financial relief. They are very good at what they do....helping people who have cancer.

    Hugs,

    CR

    Contact the Acs and if they
    Contact the Acs and if they can't help, I am sure they can find some support for you.

    I wish you good luck!

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