There is a 2 week minimum stay and an 8 week maximum. Patients who are interested in this accommodation may apply for its use through the Cancer Center. If it hadn't been for the Circle of Friends, I would not have been able to keep up with my house mortgage payments. They helped me until my disability payments got started. The Circle of Friends assists with services not covered by insurance or available through other agencies.
Assistance is provided on a short-term basis for crisis situations.
At the patient or family's request, the health provider conducts a brief financial assessment that helps patients and families define their needs and explore available resources. Consideration for financial support will take place after the application is referred to the Division of Supportive Care of the Harrington Cancer Center. Requests for assistance are reviewed by the Financial Support Advisory committee comprised of health care professionals from community agencies, cancer patients and representatives from the Circle of Friends. The Advisory Committee meets monthly to review applications, which are considered on an individual basis. Funds are distributed immediately after application approval.