A diagnosis of cancer can cause emotional and physical stress. It can also cause a severe financial strain on the survivor and the family. Below is a list of organizations and programs that can be helpful for individuals and families having financial difficulties. Many communities also have local resources such as churches and civic organizations, such as the United Way, that should be investigated.

• Financial Assistance for Cancer Care
  A resource for individuals who do not have health insurance or who need financial assistance to cover health care costs, resources are available.

• Out of Pocket Expenses
  The extra expenses of a cancer diagnosis may confront a family for the first time with financial difficulties; remember your problems in such a situation are temporary and not unique.

• Empowering the Patient
  Seeking to empower patients to take control of their health care, PAF case managers work with patients to discover local, state, and federal programs that provide assistance for their individual needs.

For a listing of organizations that can offer you support and information, see our Helpful Organizations section.

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