Question:
I have lupus and am currently unable to work. I cannot afford my lupus medications. Can you help?
Response:
Yes, I can assist you in finding agencies or organizations that may be able to further assist you in locating resources.
You can contact your county Department of Social Services to find
out about available resources in your area. The phone number is listed in your local phone book, and the Departments of Social Services of many counties have their own website.
If you have access to a computer:
For Government Benefits visit www.GovBenefits.gov - a free, easy to
use website to find government benefits and assistance programs for which you may be eligible. You may also call 1-800-FED-INFO (or 1-800-333-4636).
Calls are answered Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Eastern Time.
Partnership for Prescription Assistance -
https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php or 1-888-477-2669. The Partnership for Prescription Assistance (PPA) is a national program sponsored by America's pharmaceutical research companies to help patients in need access prescription medicines.
For NeedyMeds visit www.needymeds.com or call 215-625-9609.
NeedyMeds is non-profit whose mission is to help people who can't afford to pay for their medications find a way to do so. Among other things this site provides a comprehensive guide to Patient Assistance Programs, Assistance for Specific Diseases or Conditions, Discount Drug Cards, Government Programs and other resources.
As always speak with your physician for resources that may be
available through him or her.