Types of Assistance

Whether you need help putting a meal on the table, getting to your doctor appointments, covering copays, or managing any other unexpected bills, we’re here to ease the burden in any way we can.

Grocery Assistance

Gift cards for local grocery stores including Hannaford, ShopRite, Walmart, etc. Proper nutrition is essential during cancer treatment and families shouldn’t have to choose between medication and meals.

Medical Co-Pays & Prescriptions

Direct payment assistance for appointment co-pays as well as medication co-pays.

Utility & Essential Bills

Assistance with utility bills (electric, heating, water) to prevent service disconnections during treatment.

Gas & Transportation

Gas cards to cover the cost of driving to medical appointments, chemotherapy sessions, radiation treatments, and follow up appointments.

Dinner Vouchers

Gift cards to recipient’s favorite restaurant, deciding what to make for dinner should be the last thing on your mind.

Initial assistance is determined on a case-by-case basis. Any subsequent assistance is limited to a maximum of $250.

Application Requirements:

• Applicants must either live in Orange County, NY or be receiving cancer treatment in Orange County, NY

• Applicants must be actively receiving treatment at the time of application. Active treatment includes receiving chemotherapy, radiation, immunotherapy, or stem cell therapy. This also includes recent cancer surgery and bone marrow or stem cell transplants. Patients receiving hospice care are also eligible for assistance

• Applications cannot be processed without a completed HIPAA Release Form

• Form must be signed by both the applicant and patient's oncologist or social worker

Where do I send my application?

Mail: PO Box 126 Wallkill, NY 12589

Email: info@dandelioncharity.org