A cancer diagnosis can be a devastating blow to your family, your emotions and your finances. Thankfully there are many organizations offering free medical assistance, free resources and free support for those battling cancer.
Cancer Financial Assistance Coalition: CFAC is a comprehensive listing of available resources to help cancer patients financially. Search by diagnosis, by type or by zip code.
Pretty in Pink: Started in 2004 by a North Carolina doctor, this organization provides financial assistance and free resources to uninsured or underinsured people diagnosed with breast cancer who live in North Carolina.
American Cancer Society: Provides free resources and free wigs through local chapters.
NeedyMeds: Offers free help to those who can not afford their medications for a variety of diseases and illnesses including cancer.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Patient Assistance Foundation: This drug manufacturer offers free pharmaceuticals to those who have no insurance.
Air Charity Network: This organization offers free flights to patients needing transportation for medical treatments.
Arizona Assistance in Health Care: This organization will begin taking applications August 1, 2009. They provide financial assistance with non-medical bills to cancer patients.
CancerCare: This organization offers free professional support services for anyone affected with cancer.