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 5. Overview of Funding Resources 5a. Terms to Know

5a. Terms to Know

Fundraisers

event held to raise funds or a request to donate funds directly

Grants

funds given to applicants that do not need to be repaid

Community Medical Funds

funding sources from community organizations and groups

Essentia Health Foundation Program

a program available to assist with gas and lodging for cancer treatment

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