One of the members of our Facebook group shared with us information about a Patience Assistance Network (PAN) Foundation (US) which has helped her to pay for shots when her insurance would not pay. PAN’s purpose is to “help under-insured people with life-threatening, chronic and rare diseases get the medications and treatment they need by paying for their out-of-pocket costs and advocating for improved access and affordability.” To qualify, you must be within their income guidelines and the medication must be on their list. This program applies to more than just medications related to vision.
Click here to find out more about the PAN Foundation. Their available funding fluctuations so you may have to check with them regularly.
Click here for a list of other Patient Support organizations including from the companies who make Lucentis and Avastin.
Click here for the company who makes Eylea.
Click here for a company in the US called GoodDays.
Click here for a list for assistance with the medications as well as with other expenses.
In the US, you may also qualify for Social Security Disability which would give you a monthly income and Medicare benefits. Click here for that information.
Please contact me directly (light2sight5153@gmail.com) or leave a comment on this page if:
- you live in the US and have experience with any of these organizations
- you live outside the US and know of any similar organizations in your country
updated 12/13/2016