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Healthsquare
This is a great website for research on medication. It includes information on dosages, side-effects, manufacturers and photos. Note: this is for information only, and should never be used as a alternative to replace contact with your doctor.
The Partnership for Prescription Assistance
The Partnership for Prescription Assistance helps qualifying patients without prescription drug coverage get the medicines they need through the program that is right for them. Many will get their medications free or nearly free.
The llinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
HFS Medical Programs pay for a wide range of health services provided by thousands of medical providers throughout Illinois to about two million Illinoisans each year.
The DuPage County Mental Health Department
Services that are designed to assist persons with chronic mental illness regardless of their income.
The DuPage Center for Independent Living
The Center provides leadership through training, community development, and advocacy to enable persons with disabilities to fully participate in family, social, and community life.
Social Security Administration
If you are disabled as a result of your illness, cannot work, and your doctor believes you may qualify, you can apply for Social Security disability.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Comprehensive information about Medicare and Medicaid
DBSA West
PO Box 4646
Naperville, IL 60567
(773) 586-0886
dbsawest@gmail.com