Find Assistance from Organizations
Providing Financial or Practical Help
FDA Mammography Facility Database
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfMQSA/mqsa.cfm
888-463-6332
The Mammography Facility Database is updated periodically based on information received from the three FDA-approved accreditation bodies: the American College of Radiology (ACR), and the states of Arkansas and Texas. Information received by FDA or certifying state from accreditation bodies does not specify if the facility is mobile or stationary. In many instances, but not all, the accreditation body notes "mobile" following the name of the facility.
Breast CancerScreeningNationalNational Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/screenings.htm
800-232-4636
1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA, 30329
Provides free or low-cost access to breast and cervical cancer screening services for underserved women in the United States including the District of Columbia, 6 U.S. territories and 13 American Indian/Alaska Native tribes or tribal organizations.
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New Day Foundation for Families
http://www.foundationforfamilies.org/
248-648-1105
245 Barclay Circle, Suite 300, Rochester Hills, MI, 48307
Provides financial assistance to help families coping with cancer. To be eligible, you must reside in the state of Michigan, have a household consisting of a parent and at least one dependent child under the age of 18, have an immediate family member in treatment for a cancer diagnosis, and be represented by a health care professional, social worker or financial navigator to begin application process. Application must be received through a hospital social worker or financial navigator.
Eligible expenses are considered to be necessities, including health insurance premiums, mortgage or rent payments, car payments, car insurance, utilities, food and/or fuel costs. New Day does not make payments for medical treatments, prescription drugs, medical co-pays, insurance deductibles, or credit cards (monthly payments or balances) but will work with you to find viable solutions. Payments are made directly to creditors.
All CancersFinancial AssistanceFoodHousingTransportationUtilitiesStateAmerican Breast Cancer Foundation
410-730-5105
0400 Little Patuxent Parkway Suite 480, Columbia, MD, 21044
ABCF operates a national Breast Cancer Assistance Program for screenings and diagnostic tests for uninsured and underserved individuals regardless of age, race, or gender. ABCF makes these life-saving services available to individuals who would otherwise have no other means of access. In doing so, ABCF strives to reduce barriers, facilitate diagnosis and treatment options, which are critical to achieving equality in breast cancer outcomes.
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Sharsheret: The Jewish Breast & Ovarian Cancer Community
866-474-2774
Improves the lives of Jewish women and families living with or at increased genetic risk for breast or ovarian cancer through support and educational outreach.
Breast CancerGeneticsScreeningNationalTime to Screen
855-537-2733
A collaboration between the non-profits CancerCare and the Community Oncology Alliance (COA) to encourage people to take control of their health by getting recommended cancer screenings back on track. Call Time to Screen’s toll-free hotline to speak with a support specialist and learn about screening options in your area.
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American College of Radiology
https://www.acraccreditation.org/accredited-facility-search
800-227-6440
1892 Preston White Dr. , Reston, VA, 20191
ACR accreditation is recognized standard in medical imaging. Facility Search tool will allow you to search for Mammogram, ultrasound, MRI, PET, CT. (Note: Always check with insurance to make sure facility is an in-network provider.) Reach by phone: 800-227-6440 (breast) or 800-770-0145 (all others)
All CancersScreeningNationalPrevent Cancer Foundation
800-227-2732
333 John Carlyle Street, Suite 635, Alexandria, VA, 22314
The mission of the Prevent Cancer Foundation is saving lives across all populations through cancer prevention and early detection.
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Sisters Network® Inc. - A National African American Breast Cancer Survivorship Organization
http://www.sistersnetworkinc.org
866-781-1808
9668 Westheimer Rd., Ste. 200-132, Houston, TX, 77063
African-American breast cancer survivorship organization. Promotes the importance of breast health through empowerment, support, breast education programs, resources, information and research. Provides financial assistance for screenings, co-pay, office visits, prescriptions, medical-related lodging and prosthesis.
Breast CancerFinancial AssistanceLodgingMedical Equipment / SuppliesMedicationProsthesesScreeningNationalChristine S. Walsh Foundation
https://www.christinaswalshbcf.org
732-853-7910
P.O. Box 401, New Brunswick, NJ, 08903
Programs support treatments for uninsured patients, medications and tests not covered by insurance, wigs, transportation to/from treatments and other financial burdens experienced by breast cancer patients.
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American Medical Association
https://doctorfinder.ama-assn.org/doctorfinder/
312-464-4782
330 N. Wabash Ave., Suite 39300, Chicago, IL, 60611
The largest and only national association that convenes 190+ state and specialty medical societies and other critical stakeholders. They provide a Physician Locator to find a perfect match for your medical needs. DoctorFinder provides you with basic professional information on virtually every licensed physician in the United States. (Note: Always check with insurance to make sure doctor is an in-network provider.)
All CancersScreeningNationalPink Fund
877-234-7465
P.O. Box 603, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48303
Provides short-term financial aid to patients who are in active treatment for breast cancer. The aid covers non-medical related expenses, including health insurance premiums, house or rent payments, car payments, car insurance payments, and utility payments. Applicants must have been employed at the time of diagnosis, in active treatment and experiencing a loss or reduction in income as a result. Payments are made directly to creditors.
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Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ocs/programs/liheap
866-674-6327
330 C St. SW, Washington, DC, 20201
May be able to assist with bill payments, an energy crisis, and weatherization and energy-related home repairs. To apply, call the National Energy Assistance
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Referral (NEAR) project toll-free at the number provided to get the contact information for your local LIHEAP office.U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Centers
https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov
Health Centers provide care for people with no insurance - use their find a health center tool. Provides services that include checkups and treatment for illnesses. Also may provide mental health, substance abuse, oral health, and/or vision services. Contact the health center organization directly to confirm the availability of specific services and to make an appointment.
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American Cancer Society
800-227-2345
3380 Chastain Meadows Pkwy NW, Suite 200, Kennesaw, GA, 30144
A nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service. Has online searchable resource database where you can search for numerous types of assistance (financial help, support groups, screenings, etc.).
- Offers Hope Lodge locations throughout the United States that provide cancer patients and their caregivers a free, temporary place to stay when their best hope for effective treatment may be in another city. Also, offers inexpensive hotel stays through their Hotel Partners Program.
- Offers transportation support through its volunteer program, Road to Recovery, to help patients get to and from treatment.
- Offers wigs, headcovers, mastectomy products, and other items are a lower cost than for-profit organizations through Tender Loving Care.
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