- Direct
financial assistance through a special state-funded
program for CF adults, age 18 and over: "Pharmaceutical
Services for Adults with Cystic Fibrosis." The
program's aim is to help CF patients be productive citizens,
leading longer and healthier lives.
- Supplemental
financial assistance to patients with the disease. Assistance
is available for prescription drugs, medical equipment
and supplies, nutritional supplements and extra nutritious
foods.
- Referrals
to physicians and medical centers that specialize in
the diagnosis and treatment of cystic fibrosis. Early
diagnosis and proper management is the key to longer
life expectancy and NJSOCF begins offering support to
patients and families from infancy on.
- One-on-one
counseling and support for patients and their families.
- Special
educational materials, including pamphlets, booklets
and videos on different aspects of living with the disease.
The materials cover a wide range of topics, from diagnosis
and treatment to addressing the special needs of school-age
children, to laws, programs and services available to
assist patients with cystic fibrosis.
- Public
outreach. A newsletter, web site, news articles and
special events help inform the community about cystic
fibrosis, its diagnosis and treatment.
|
