Guide to Financial Resources for Cancer Treatment

1. The Role of the Oncology Social Worker
 3 Topics
1a. Video – Overview of Funding Resources
1b. Pre-Test
1c. How an Oncology Social Worker Can Help
2. Questions to Ask Your Medical Team
 3 Topics
2a. Estimating the Cost of Cancer Treatment
2b. Cancer Treatment and Returning to Work
2c. Applying for Social Security
3. Understanding Health Insurance & Employer Benefits
 9 Topics
3a. Video Intro
3b. Health Insurance: Understanding Your Policy Benefits & Exclusions
3c. Health Insurance: Reviewing Your Statements & Appealing Denied Claims
3d. Veterans Benefits
3e. Medicare Benefits
3f. Prescription Benefits: Understanding Your Coverage & Alternative Prescription Options
3g. Specialty Insurance: Cancer Policies
3h. Specialty Insurance: Short & Long Term Disability
3i. Family Medical Leave Act
4. Managing Financial Concerns
 4 Topics
4a. Video Intro
4b. Creating a Budget
4c. Budgeting Worksheet
4d. Working with a Financial Counselor
5. Overview of Funding Resources
 1 Topic
5a. Terms to Know
6. Fundraisers
 3 Topics
6a. Financial Guide to Fundraising
6b. Family-Organized Fundraisers
6c. Fundraising Resources
7. Grants
 2 Topics
7a. General Grants
7b. Cancer Specific Grants
8. Community Medical Funds
 4 Topics
8a. Co-ops
8b. Foundations
8c. Community Groups
8d. Church Groups
9. Community Resources
 2 Topics
9a. Financial Assistance Programs
9b. Pharmacy Accounts & Assistance
10. Essential Health Foundation Programs
 2 Topics
10a. Gas Cards
10b. Lodging
11. Course Conclusion
 3 Topics
11a. Post-test
11b. Additional Resources
11c. Course Complete
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Guide to Financial Resources for Cancer Treatment 4. Managing Financial Concerns 4c. Budgeting Worksheet

4c. Budgeting Worksheet

A budgeting worksheet, like this one courtesy of the Village Family Service Center, can help when setting a monthly budget. 

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