Here's an idea: adopt a prescription

[MinneapolisMatt]

I've been reading many stories about seniors (and others) running into prescription hell with the new Medicare programs. I just read PA Democrat's thread about this in particular:
http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=364x164839

Maybe it's time we step up to the plate (if financially feasible) and find someone we can help. Maybe even get a group of people together to help someone.

I don't have a lot of money, but I could spare a few dollars per month and help defray the cost of someone's prescription. In fact, just off the top of my head, I know of a couple of seniors at church that I could find out about and see if they'd like some assistance. (I know there are always ethical issues about medical history and stuff, so I wouldn't want to get into trouble. I just want to help.)

Some people are embarrassed to ask for help and don't like to talk about money, but in some cases, this can be a matter of life and death. It can't hurt to try.

Anyway, it's just an idea I had. Any thoughts? Is this already being done? Can I donate somewhere if it is?

Thanks for listening,

Matt

[lumpy]

1. Suggest this to your

church, club, friends.

[katinmn]

2. Wonderful idea, Matt. Here's a thought

Sen. Dayton has a Health Care Help Line he set up shortly after taking office because so many people were having problems with coverage for prescriptions and dealing with HMOs and insurance companies.

http://dayton.senate.gov/services/helpline/

Mark's Health Care Help Line helps Minnesotans get the medical services which their doctors have prescribed but which their insurance companies or HMO's won't provide or pay for.

People who are ill, or whose spouses or children are ill, are often in pain, fear, or despair. They shouldn't have to fight with faceless bureaucrats who deny treatments or won't payfor them, even when prescribed by a doctor. When people have paid for their health insurance or coverage, they deserve to receive it when they need it.

Contact Senator Mark Dayton's Health Care Help Line
[phone]
1-866-296-4319

[maddezmom]

3. I'd be interested in donating if anyone knows of a legit fund

good post Matt :thumbsup:

[tanyev]

4. Nice thought, but if done too much does that enable the FUBAR?

It's not like the previous system was obliterated by a hurricane or other natural disaster. The system that was in place was working pretty well until the Bush Administration deliberately broke it. They are the ones who need to be held accountable.