Islets of Hope assistance programs for persons with diabetes

Important Disclaimer

We have provided this information for general information purposes only.  It is not intended to be a recommendation or endorsement of any program or entity.

State-by-State:
Private, Charitable & Local Diabetes Financial & Family Assistance Programs - State-by-state guide to local resources for diabetes assistance programs, food banks, financial and medical assistance programs, etc.

SlashDrugCosts.com - A free, nonprofit, patient assistance website to help you find ways to cut your drug costs.

Local Resources

Finally, for help in financing some of the many expenses related to diabetes, you may also want to seek out available local resources, such as the following charitable groups:

• Lions Clubs International, which can help with vision care
  
• Rotary Clubs, which provide humanitarian and educational assistance
  
• Elks Clubs, which provide charitable activities that benefit youth and veterans
  
• Shriners, which offer need-based treatment for children at Shriners hospitals throughout the country
  
• Kiwanis Clubs, which conduct fund-raising events and projects to help the community and especially children
  
• Religious organizations

In many areas, nonprofit or special interest groups such as those listed above can sometimes provide financial assistance or help with fund-raising. In addition, some local governments may have special trusts set up to help people in need. You can find out more about such groups at your local library or your local city or county government's health and human services office.

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Tips on How to Find Diabetes and Other Assistance Programs

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Index for Tips on Finding Assistance

Where to Start (PLEASE read this section for important resources in locating assistance).  Highlights from this section include WIN 2-1-1 and United Way resources, patient assistance programs, as well as:

• Contact Your Local Health Services Department
• Find a Free Clinic
• Find Free or Reduced-Cost Hospital Services
• Where can I find free or low-cost diabetes coverage and services?

Special Populations

• Help for Migrant Workers
• Assistance for Senior Citizens with Diabetes
• Medicare for Seniors and Disabled Persons

Medicare

• Medicare Insurance Coverage of Insulin Pumps
• Medicare Prescription Program
• Medicare Preventive Services - Diabetes Screening, Supplies, Self-Management Training
• Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Program 
• Medicare Kidney Dialysis and Transplantation Program

Medicaid

Insurance Considerations

• Your Insurance May Be Required by Law to Cover Your Diabetes Care and Supplies
• Patient Legal Assistance

Other Assistance Links

Charitable and Private Resources

• Local Charitable Assistance Programs by State
• National Charitable Resources for  Free Diabetes Supplies
• Insulin Pump Assistance Programs
• Free and Reduced-Cost Insulin and  Prescription Medications
• Medical Supplies, Assistive Devices, and  Medical Services Assistance Programs
• Charitable Air Travel Assistance for Medical Purposes
• Emergency and Disaster Relief Organizations

Cost-Saving Resources

• Online cheap diabetes supplies
• In-store cheap diabetes supplies

Government Assistance and Resources

• State Major Medical Risk Pools (List of states that offer insurance and links to site)
• Government Assistance Resources by State (also, Canada)
• Medicaid Information - General
• Medicare Information - General
• Medicare Part B Coverage for Diabetes Supplies (chart)
• Medicare Prescription Program
• Coverage of Insuin Pumps
• Medicare Preventive Services
• Therapeutic Shoe Program 
• Kidney Dialysis and Transplant Program
• Prescription Drugs & Medical Supplies (the PFizer Share Card)

Student Resources

• Student Assistance Resources
• Scholarships for Person with Disabilities, Including Diabetes
• Special Needs Assistance

Other Resources

• Technological Assistance 

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