Financial Assistance

We understand how medical issues can have a serious impact on financial health too. That is why Benenden Health members who are suffering as a result of cancer or tuberculosis (TB) are able to contact us to request financial assistance to purchase a range of items which may help people living with these conditions. We can help up to a maximum value of £1,500 over a 12 month period following our authorisation.

What’s included

We can offer up to £1,500 to support members with active cancer or tuberculosis (TB). Our Financial Assistance service is intended to help purchase specific items that will assist you with issues related to your condition. Please contact us to discuss your requirements. Costs we will fund include:

• Travel to medical appointments related to your condition
• Specialised medical clothing (e.g. mastectomy bra, colostomy clothing)
• Head coverings (including wigs)
• Manual Lymphatic Draining (MLD)
• Up to £500 (only) for a short recuperative break, including travel within the UK, for a maximum of four nights for the patient and one companion
• Dental and optical costs – on receipt of a medical report confirming specific need
• Prosthesis
• Medical referral fees
• Home help and home nursing provided via an agency

What’s excluded

We will only pay for items purchased within 12 months of your initial authorisation. We will pay up to the maximum limit of £1,500 for all costs.
We cannot provide support when your condition is in remission or when you are receiving maintenance treatment (including endocrine therapy and biological therapy) or your care has moved into a monitoring phase.

Medically reviewed by Cheryl Lythgoe on 19th December 2019. Next review date: 19th December 2020.