ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS

Our need-based programs help patients with prescription medications and nutritional supplements, transportation costs, and emergency necessities relating to health care. Our services are tailored to empower pre-dialysis, dialysis, and transplant patients with Chronic Kidney Disease and related disorders to have a measurably improved quality of life. 

 

Applications must be submitted by a social worker or healthcare provider.

 

These programs are based on the amount of funding available and is limited to the Foundation’s thirty-seven county service area in northern and eastern Ohio.

Medication Assistance

Assistance to purchase renal medications and/or nutritional supplements.

 

SUMMIT COUNTY

LAKE COUNTY

Transportation Reimbursement

Financial assistance to pay for safe, reliable, and affordable transportation to and from dialysis or transplant appointments.

 

LAKE COUNTY

Emergency Grant

Financial assistance, available one time a year, to help pay for emergencies such as unexpected high utility bills, auto repairs, and medical supplies.

 

For one-time emergency assistance in the form of a gas or grocery gift card, or emergency cab ride, please submit an online form hereRequest must be submitted by a social worker or healthcare professional.

Emergency Insulin

Receive an emergency supply of insulin, syringes, or pen needles. Available one time only.

Identification Bands

In an emergency, a medical alert band with information about your dialysis access site may help to keep your fistula or graft protected. Request your free identification band

Information & Referrals

Chronic Kidney Disease requires significant lifestyle adjustments for patients and families. We can provide support to assist with better health management and outcomes. Contact Jen Clegg at jclegg@kfohio.org with questions.

Education & Resources

We provide literature and resources on a variety of renal topics or community programs.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) 

How does one qualify for the assistance programs?
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ASSISTANCE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS