Emergency Financial Help When you Need It
The Arizona Chapter of the National MS Society has a limited Financial Assistance Program to help people with MS who have an urgent need. We realize, you are often faced with increased challenges due to medical treatments, medication costs, and at times, restricted income. We attempt to assist you with many different challenges, however, not all requests are able to be fulfilled due to limited resources and expanding needs. We will work with you to help with emergency requests, or to assist you in accessing other resources of which you may not be aware.
To be eligible for financial assistance, the individual must live in Arizona and have a confirmed diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. If the individual is not registered with the Arizona Chapter as a client, a physician’s note or prescription stating diagnosis must be received before assistance can begin. A financial assistance application must be completed to begin the request process.
Emergency financial assistance is available in the following areas (maximum annual limits apply):
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Durable Medical Equipment
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Auto or Home Modifications
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One Time Utility Emergency Shut-off
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Short-term Respite/Home Nursing Care
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Chore Service or Meal Delivery
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Transportation
To receive more information about this program or to find out if you are eligible to receive emergency financial assistance, please contact:
Linda Jakpor, MSW
Care Manager
ljakpor@aza.nmss.org
480-968-2488 x223