CancerCare Metastatic Breast Cancer Financial Assistance Program

The CancerCare Metastatic Breast Cancer Financial Assistance Program provides grants up to $10,000 annually for patients with metastatic breast cancer who are insured through federal programs (Medicare/Medicaid) and demonstrate financial need. It covers copayments and coinsurance for chemotherapy or targeted treatment medications, in addition to treatment-related expenses like transportation, home care, and childcare costs. Eligibility requires an interview with a CancerCare social worker to initiate the application process.

Eligibility

Eligible patients must have a diagnosis of metastatic breast cancer and be insured through federal programs like Medicare or Medicaid for chemotherapy or targeted treatment. The program is needs-based, requiring an interview with a social worker and submission of income documentation to qualify for financial assistance.