Support Programs

NATIONAL GAUCHER CARE FOUNDATION, INC.

CARE & CARE+PLUS PROGRAMS

Two Financial Grant Programs for Individuals and their Families with Gaucher Disease

During the last 6 months, much has changed in the Gaucher world. There have been new treatments approved, new treatment facilities identified, and many changes in protocol. We at the National Gaucher CARE Foundation want everyone to know that the CARE and CARE+PLUS Programs are available to all individuals, whether they are on therapy or not. It also makes no difference what drug has been prescribed by your physician.

The following is a brief summary of both programs:

CARE Program

Eligible Expenses:
Insurance premiums (primary, secondary or both).

Eligibility Criteria:
Anyone with a diagnosis of Gaucher Disease who cannot afford their insurance premiums (as defined by the Advisory Board).

CARE+PLUS Program

Eligible Expenses:
Diagnostic test and other ancillary medical expenses for Gaucher Disease not covered by insurance. Excludes deductibles and co-pays. Infusion charges for enzyme replacement therapy not covered by insurance. Excludes deductibles and co-payments. Travel expenses for Gaucher evaluations and/or to and from infusion sites. Over-the-counter medications prescribed for Gaucher Disease. Other Gaucher-related expenses deemed eligible by the Advisory Board.

Eligibility Criteria:
Anyone with a diagnosis of Gaucher Disease who demonstrates an extraordinary financial hardship for eligible Gaucher related expenses (as defined by the Board).

If you are interested in these programs or have any questions, please call (301) 963-4489.