You’re not alone.
“I lost several weeks of pay from all the back-and-forth trips for appointments, scans, tests, and infusions.” — Mary
How to Find Temporary Housing Close to Your Cancer Treatment
If you’re traveling for cancer treatment, there are resources to help you find an affordable place to stay near the care center. Here’s how to get started:
Talk to your care team
Let your social worker, nurse navigator, or another healthcare provider know you need help finding a place to stay.
They may be able to connect you to:
» Hospital-provided housing for patients and families
» Nonprofits that offer free or low-cost lodging to people traveling for treatment
» Hotels offering medical discounts for patients and families
To access these services, try saying, “I’m traveling for treatment and need an affordable place to stay. Are there hospital housing programs or nonprofits you partner with?”
You can also ask about scheduling multiple appointments in one day to limit back-and-forth trips.
Look for discounts
Lodging discounts, including those for seniors and military members, are often available through programs like AAA and employer-sponsored health insurance. Some credit cards also offer discounted hotel rates for members.
Joe’s House ( joeshouse.org) is a great website for finding hotel discounts and affordable lodging options close to your cancer treatment center.
Visit Family Reach’s Financial Resource Center
At familyreach.org/gethelp, you can:
✓ Enter your zip code to find local and national support programs
✓ Connect one-on-one with a Resource Navigator
✓ Access financial tips and guidance
✓ Work with your healthcare provider to apply for available financial assistance
