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 How UCAN begins
If you or someone you know has been
diagnosed with cancer and is in need of assistance, contact the
United Cancer Assistance Network (UCAN) at 573-776-1892
and speak with a volunteer or leave a message and your call will
be returned promptly. The UCAN office is located 1419 Maud with office hours of 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through
Thursday.
Each request for assistance requires
an application. This procedure begins with your phone call to UCAN
where a trained volunteer will begin the application process by
gathering preliminary information. After the application process
is completed, the request will be evaluated by the Board of Directors
as required. All applicants will be notified of program qualification
within ten (10) days of their request. UCAN currently serves Butler and Stoddard Counties. |
| Service Programs
UCAN provides critical assistance
free of charge to cancer victims who otherwise could not afford,
or their insurance coverage will not provide for, the residual expenses
associated with battling their disease. UCAN makes several resources
available to qualifying patients including:
Nutritional supplements. Eligible patients may receive
nutritional supplements on a monthly basis.
Prescription expenses. UCAN may help to locate prescription
medication assistance and, in some cases, may purchase oral
medications for cancer patients for a brief period of time.
Transportation assistance. When needed, UCAN may help
make arrangements for transportation in association with cancer
treatments. Transportation assistance is limited to the resources
available.
Medical supplies. UCAN may also help assist with obtaining
supplies needed, within their limitations, to care for the cancer
patient.
Financial aid to support the activities of daily living.
UCAN may be able to provide support in paying utility bills,
grocery expenses or buying necessary household items.
A monthly limit applies to each qualifying
patient.
United Cancer Assistance Network
1419 Maud ~ Poplar Bluff, MO 6390l
Phone: 573-776-1892 ~ Fax: 573-776-1637
Email: info@ucanpb.com
Office Hours Monday - Thurs. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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