Loss Of Income 

Loss of Income-Video highlights:

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Along with time, many patients can experience a loss of income due to multiple factors:

• The cost of medical treatments. 

• Their need to cut back on work hours due to the frequency or duration of treatments. 

• Decreased emotional, mental, and physical stamina. 

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Health social workers can intervene to:

• Complete prescription assistance applications.

• Help patients with paperwork for disability.

• Help patients apply for community grants. 

• Refer patient to community agencies to help with home care needs, financial bills, and transportation.