Crisis Support — Free & Confidential
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Available 24/7, free, confidential. Trained counselors for anyone in emotional distress — not just suicidal thoughts. Financial stress, anxiety about health, feeling overwhelmed — any crisis counts.
Spanish: press 2 for Spanish-language support. TTY: use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988.
Chat online at 988lifeline.org →
Crisis Text Line
💬 Text HOME to 741741
Free, 24/7 text-based support. If you prefer texting over calling, trained crisis counselors are available right from your phone.
Learn more at crisistextline.org →
SAMHSA National Helpline
Free, confidential, 24/7 referral and information service for mental health and substance use disorders. Available in English and Spanish. They can connect you with local treatment centers, support groups, and community organizations.
Visit SAMHSA.gov →
Resources for Older Adults
Eldercare Locator
A free nationwide service connecting older adults and their caregivers with local resources — including help paying for medications, meals, transportation to pharmacies, and in-home support. Run by the U.S. Administration on Aging.
Monday–Friday, 9am–8pm ET. Interpreters available for 150+ languages.
Find local services at eldercare.acl.gov →
Area Agency on Aging (AAA)
Every county in the U.S. has a local Area Agency on Aging. They help seniors navigate benefits, apply for assistance programs, and connect with community services. Call the Eldercare Locator above to find yours.
NCOA BenefitsCheckUp
Free online tool from the National Council on Aging that screens for over 2,500 benefits programs. Answer a few questions and find programs you may qualify for — prescription assistance, food, utilities, and more.
Check your benefits at benefitscheckup.org →
Medication Assistance Programs
Medicare Extra Help (Low-Income Subsidy)
NeedyMeds
A nonprofit database of over 5,000 patient assistance programs from drug manufacturers, foundations, and government agencies. Search by drug name to find programs that can provide your medication for free or at reduced cost.
Search programs at needymeds.org →
RxAssist
A comprehensive database of patient assistance programs run by pharmaceutical companies, government agencies, and nonprofits. Includes eligibility information and direct links to applications.
Search programs at rxassist.org →
State Prescription Assistance Programs (SPAPs)
Many states run their own prescription assistance programs that provide additional help beyond federal programs. These vary by state but can significantly reduce your costs.
Find your state's programs →
Rx Outreach
A nonprofit mail-order pharmacy that offers over 800 medications at reduced prices (often $20 or less for a 90-day supply). Available to individuals below 400% of the federal poverty level.
Check eligibility at rxoutreach.org →
Financial & Community Help
211 — Local Community Services
A free, confidential service that connects you with local help — food banks, utility assistance, housing support, transportation, and more. Available in most areas of the United States, 24/7.
Find local resources at 211.org →
Medicaid
If you have low income, you may qualify for Medicaid, which covers most prescription drugs at little or no cost. Eligibility varies by state. You can apply any time of year — there is no enrollment period.
Check if you qualify at healthcare.gov →
Patient Access Network (PAN) Foundation
Helps cover out-of-pocket costs for insured patients who cannot afford their medications. Offers copay assistance for specific diseases and drug categories.
Apply at panfoundation.org →
HealthWell Foundation
Provides financial assistance to adults and children with chronic or life-altering diseases, helping with prescription copays, premiums, and other out-of-pocket health costs.
Check eligibility at healthwellfoundation.org →