You Aren’t Alone: Navigating The Financial Impact of Cancer

Monica Fawzy Bryant, Esq. Dealing with cancer extends beyond physical health, often bringing financial challenges that can overwhelm patients and their loved ones.   In this episode, we offer a beacon of support as we speak to Monica Bryant, Esq., a cancer rights attorney and Co-founder/Chief Operating Officer of Triage Cancer. She reviews the financial hurdles that may arise during treatment and provides practical strategies to help with economic hardships. She also highlights a wealth of resources designed to aid patients, covering everything from financial grants to transportation, Social Security benefits and navigating the complex world of health insurance.   DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT CLICK HERE to participate in our episode survey. Mentioned on this episode:  Financial support Triage Cancer Continuation of Health Coverage (COBRA) State Health Insurance Marketplace Health Insurance Appeals Guide Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Social Security Disability (SSDI) Social Security Return To Work program Road to Recovery – transportation Be Informed: Beneficial Medicare Changes – podcast episode Inflation Reduction Act and Medicare Additional LLS Support Resources:  Information Specialists  Free Nutrition Consultations Free telephone/web patient programs  Free booklets  Clinical Trial Support Center Young Adult Resources Caregiver support  Caregiver Workbook Survivorship Workbook Online chats  LLS Community  Support groups  Patti Robinson Kaufmann First Connection Program  Support for this episode provided by: Genentech, Inc. & Biogen.The post You Aren’t Alone: Navigating The Financial Impact of Cancer first appeared on The Bloodline with Blood Cancer United Podcast.