Relief from the high costs of medications is often needed. Among the organizations that help:
NeedyMeds, at www.needymeds.com, is a nonprofit that helps patients by referring them to patient assistance programs to help with medication costs.
Patient assistance programs are offered by some pharmaceutical companies. To find them, ask your doctor or social worker or find the drug's manufacturer and visit the company site. Look for a section titled "patients assistance programs" or similar wording.

The SAMFund: provides grants and scholarships to young adults survivors, ages 18-35, to help supplement the money that has been lost during treatment. Will help pay for specific transistion issues, such as education, fertility options, living, job search and lingering medical expenses. www.thesamfund.org

Rise Above It: provides finanicial assistance to young adult patients battleing cancer. Request can be made for medical expenses, housing costs, travel expenses as well as clothing and utility bills. www.raibenefit.org

Bleed Purple: Provides grants to individuals with a cancer diagnosis who are currently in college or on a leave of absence from a undergraduate university. Priority will be given to individuals that incur substantial medical bills. www.bleedpurple.org 877-787-7558