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Food Stamps

Colorado Tax Rebates

Financial Assistance

Older persons who can not easily afford to pay for their prescribed medication may be eligible to receive a limited supply of prescription drugs.

Complete information about participating companies can be found in a directory prepared by the Senate Special Committee on Aging and recently distributed to area physicians.

The publication includes an alphabetical reference of medications most frequently prescribed to seniors, the manufacturer name, the availability of the product for free distribution and the company's criteria for assistance.

Not all drugs are included in every program, and while some companies may only offer a one time supply, others will provide continual assistance as long as the patient remains in financial need.

Because requests for aid must be submitted by a physician, consumers are discouraged from contacting the manufacturer directly.