Medication help!?
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Medication help!?
| Mon, 02-04-2008 - 3:13pm |
Hello. My name is Lisa, I am not a diabetic but have a question that maybe one of you can help me with. My bf's father has diabeties and has reciently lost his insurance. He reciently got a raise from his SSi. They will no longer pay for his meds. The sad thing is he does not make that much money, his raise was a $12 raise, just enough to push him over the limit. Does any one know a way that he could get his meds for free or at a low cost? He is barely keeping his head above water as it is, let alone pay out right for his meds. Poor guy had to take out a personal loan just to get his meds this month! If any one has any suggestions I would be truely greatful. You all know how inmportant your meds are and I would hate to lose this man because of a faulty Medicare system. I just want to find him some help that would easy their families life.

Some pharm companies have programs to assist people with the cost of their medications, so that's one option to look into.
Also, check into state Medicaid (sometimes called Title 19) - it may or may not be able to help but it's worth checking into.
And, if he's a veteran (as many older folks are), maybe check into assistance from the VA - I know my dad can get certain medications for only a couple dollars through the VA.
--Deb
We have a list of medication resources you might find helpful:
http://yourtotalhealth.ivillage.com/medication-assistance-resources.html
Take care
Here is another possibility ...
Thank you so much for your input! I am sending this info to her right now. It is nice to know that people care enough to reply to your needs!
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Amy
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Amy
My friend's dad has tried Walmart and does not qualify. It is a sad situation. His wife isn't in the best of health either. She works hard at a nursing home, which doesn't pay much. I know I worked in one for years. She gets just enough hours to take them over the income level,but not enough hours to amount to much. She can't cut her hours due to bills and can't get the help they need. I do thank you all for your imput. My friend is looking into all the websites you have given me and is greatful for your help. She will not stop until she gets him the help he needs! Again THANK YOU!!
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