McLaren Bay Region is offering a free program "When Cancer Causes Financial Stress: Financial Advice from the Experts"
When Cancer Causes Financial Stress: Financial Advice from the Experts
March 13, 2013
By: O. J. Cunningham
When you're diagnosed with cancer, money is usually not the first thing that comes to mind. You may not want to think about it right now or even during your treatment, it all can seem so overwhelming. It takes time and energy to manage your bills, insurance, and finances even in the best of health.
When you figure cancer into that equation, now you have to deal with escalating medical bills, prescription & insurance coverage, navigating hospital services and having legal forms, such as Advance Directives completed. These stressors are compounded when you continue to have your daily living expenses.
There are many financial resources available to help you and your family deal with the mounting costs that can come with this disease, and there are many people who want to help you. Financial stress is a real concern while fighting cancer and you are not alone.
McLaren Bay Region is offering a free program "When Cancer Causes Financial Stress: Financial Advice from the Experts" on Thursday, April 11th from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Lincoln Center, 820 S. Lincoln, Bay City.
"When Cancer Causes Financial Stress: Financial Advice from the Experts" is open to cancer patients and survivors, family members, friends, and neighbors, as well as physician office staff who want to learn more about available financial resources. The program begins with brief presentations by Stephen Roberts, Social Worker, Carol M. Thomas, Attorney At Law, Sue Bourdon, Financial Counselor, Elizabeth Reason, Patient Access Director, and is moderated by Randal Croshaw, MD. After the presentations, a Resource Room will be open allowing individuals to ask area businesses and agencies questions about their personal situation. Vendor displays and refreshments will also be available.
There is no cost to attend, but registration is required by calling toll-free 1-877-411-2762. Seating is limited, so register early! For more information, visit www.mclaren.org/bayregion and click on "Classes & Events".