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If you are affected by multiple sclerosis, you may face financial hardships due to healthcare expenses, changes in income, unemployment or other issues. The Find Doctors & Resources tool can point you to a broad range of financial resources and community-based services — whether you live with MS or are supporting someone who does.

Questions To Ask When Seeking Financial Support

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After you have your list of possible resources, you may need to dig a little deeper to make sure they’re right for you. Consider asking the following questions as you evaluate options:

Does the organization have rules, such as:
- Income caps
- Yearly limits for support
- Residency requirements based on where you live
What is the process for getting help?
Are you required to provide specific records such as:
- Tax returns
- Utility bills
- Identification
How long will it take to move through the application and evaluation process?
When will you receive assistance once your application is approved?
Can you resubmit your application for help if you are denied? If so, for what reasons can you contest a denial?
If a resource is out of funding right now:
- When will funding be available?
- What is the best time to apply for support?

Contact an MS Navigator for help using the Find Doctors & Resources tool. They can also answer any questions you have about financial resources.

MS Navigator for help using the Find Doctors & Resources tool. They can also answer any questions you have about financial resources." c-nmssatomrichtext_nmssatomrichtext-host="">

After you have your list of possible resources, you may need to dig a little deeper to make sure they’re right for you. Consider asking the following questions as you evaluate options:

Does the organization have rules, such as:
- Income caps
- Yearly limits for support
- Residency requirements based on where you live
What is the process for getting help?
Are you required to provide specific records such as:
- Tax returns
- Utility bills
- Identification
How long will it take to move through the application and evaluation process?
When will you receive assistance once your application is approved?
Can you resubmit your application for help if you are denied? If so, for what reasons can you contest a denial?
If a resource is out of funding right now:
- When will funding be available?
- What is the best time to apply for support?

Contact an MS Navigator for help using the Find Doctors & Resources tool. They can also answer any questions you have about financial resources.

Finding Financial Help

Help for Housing, Medications, Utilities and More

Questions To Ask When Seeking Financial Support