This section includes free financial assistance programs just for prostate cancer patients to help pay for travel, housing, treatment, copays, deductibles and prescriptions.
In addition, you will also find tailored no-cost programs for peer and professional counseling as well as free gifts to help support anyone diagnosed with prostate cancer through the many burdens that accompany a diagnosis. All support services and products listed here for prostate cancer patients are provided free of charge for patients, caregivers, and family living throughout the United States.
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PAF Prostate Cancer Co-Pay Relief
Description:
**Temporary closed for funding** This financial assistance program by the Patient Advocate Foundation helps cover the costs of co-pays, co-insurance & deductibles for prostate cancer patients. Eligible applicants must reside and receive treatment in the United States and earn less than 400% of Federal Poverty Level guidelines (FPL). Maximum award $3500 per year. To apply, visit https://copays.org/funds/prostate-cancer/.
Merck Keytruda Prescription Assistance
Description:
No-cost Keytruda prescription program for cancer patients in the USA who do not have insurance or the insurance does not cover Keytruda. Complete the online enrollment form by clicking the link above and a program representative will contact your physician to confirm eligibility and complete enrollment.
AstraZeneca Lynparza Prescription Assistance
Phone: (844) 275-2360
Description:
Free prescription drug program for commercially-insured patients prescribed Lynparza and cannot afford the out-of-pocket costs. Patient pays $0 per 30-day supply, program pays remaining out-of-pocket costs up to a maximum of $26,000 per year. To apply over the phone for this AstraZeneca Patient Savings Program, call the Access 360 helpline (844) 275-2360.
Astellas Prescription Assistance Program
Phone: (855) 898-2634 (8AM-8PM M-F ET)
Description:
The Astellas Prescription Assistance Program provides Xtandi (enzalutamide) free of charge to US cancer patients with financial need who have been prescribed this drug for an FDA-approved indication by a US-licensed physician. The physician will complete the enrollment form and medication will be shipped directly to the patient. Print the enrollment form here to take to your physician or call (855) 898-2634 (8AM-8PM M-F ET) to request a copy be mailed to you.
Janssen CarePath Zytiga Prescription Assistance
Phone: (855) 998-4421 Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 8 PM ET
Description:
The Janssen Prescription Assistance Program provides commercially insured prostate cancer patients with discounted Zytiga medication. Eligible patients pay $10 per month, with a $12,000 maximum program benefit per calendar year or one-year supply, whichever comes first. Enroll by phone (855) 998-4421 or by completing this online form: https://www.myjanssencarepath.com/express.
Fans for the Cure Second Opinion Program
Email: info@fansforthecure.org
Description:
Free confidential second-opinion program for prostate cancer patients who have questions regarding diagnosis, treatment options and planning, and post-treatment steps. Please click on this link to request a free referral to a doctor who specializes in treating this disease: https://fansforthecure.org/ask-us-question/ or call (212) 687-4164 for help over the phone.
Urology Associates Free Second Opinion
Description:
Urology Associates offers free online second opinions for prostate cancer patients. Physicians review each patient’s medical records and provide their expert opinions either via email or phone. To complete your request for a free second opinion, complete the form at the bottom of this page: https://denverurology.com/second-opinion/prostate-cancer/.
ZeroMENtor Peer Support
Email: mentor@zerocancer.org
Description:
Free peer support program by a national nonprofit that pairs those diagnosed with prostate cancer with knowledgeable and empathetic MENtors to provide ongoing support as they go through their prostate cancer journey. To match with someone who shares a similar path, please complete the request form here: https://zerocancer.org/get-support/mentor/.
MaleCare Peer Support Network
Description:
Free peer support program in navigating the prostate cancer journey by MaleCare.org. From assistance in filling out insurance forms to accessing care and tapping in to financial resources, to networking with others who share similar experiences, the peer support program helps those diagnosed with prostate cancer live their best life. To sign up, visit https://healthunlocked.com/prostate-cancer-community/about.
Us Too Peer Support Program
Description:
Free peer support program for prostate cancer patients via telephone, email, video chat, and face-to-face options. This program matches prostate cancer patients with those who have had similar experiences and can offer understanding and information because they have been down the very same road. To request a match, visit: https://imermanangels.org/get-support/.
Antidote Clinical Trial Match Program
Description:
Online program by Antidote, in connection with the nonprofit advocacy organization Malecare, Inc., that quickly matches patients to prostate cancer clinical trials. Trial searches can be customized based on a variety of criteria including disease type, location, keyword, hospital affiliation and more. To perform a customized search, please complete the online questionnaire here: https://www.antidote.me/malecare-find-a-clinical-trial.
Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF) Zero360
Phone: (844) 244-1309 (M-TH 8:30-5:00, F 8:30-4:00 EST)
Description:
ZERO360 provides case management assistance for men diagnosed with prostate cancer. Their goal is to help with the physical issues, financial, practical and emotional needs of those diagnosed. This is a free program to help you and your families to navigate the prostate cancer journey. Get help with prescriptions, copays, access to care and more. Visit https://zero360.pafcareline.org/2020/01/28/contact-us/ to complete the online form for assistance or get help over the phone by calling toll-free (844) 244-1309.
CancerGraph
Description:
Free symptom and side-effect tracker created by Malecare, Inc., a men’s cancer survivor support and advocacy nonprofit organization. Simple and easy to use, this app allows you to track how you are feeling, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for improved communication with doctors. Download the Apple iOS or Android version of CancerGraph at https://cancergraph.com/#download.
My Prostate Cancer Coach App
Description:
The My Cancer Coach App provides personalized prostate cancer treatment options to help manage cancer care based on an individualized assessment. It also includes a journal, appointment book and glossary of important terms. This free App is available for iPhone, iPad and Android devices. To download, visit https://www.myprostatecancercoach.org/Prostate-Cancer-App.
