Read articles and view archives on projects designed to assist individuals with particular financial needs when faced with a life threatening disease or health challenge either for themselves, a child, parent or other family member.
American Cancer Society, NEFE Address Financial Aspects of Cancer
In a first-ever project of its kind, NEFE worked with the American Cancer Society (ACS) to develop a personal finance management program for people with cancer.
The 2½-hour program, titled Taking Charge of Money Matters, includes five booklets and a brochure that address financial issues faced by individuals in different stages of cancer. Read Full Article [link to tertiary page with full article]
People with Epilepsy Can Live Well, Prosper with Help from NEFE Collaboration
For 2.3 million Americans of all ages, epilepsy—a type of seizure disorder and the third most common neurological disorder after stroke and Alzheimer’s disease—brings a multitude of questions. Will I be able to keep my job? What kinds of medical costs will I incur? How will I get to work if I can no longer drive?
To help answer these questions and more, NEFE worked with the Epilepsy Foundation to develop In Control: Taking Charge of Epilepsy—and Personal Finances. Read Full Article [link to tertiary page with full article]
Financial Planning Meets Multiple Sclerosis in Joint Effort
Diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) usually occurs when individuals are in the midst of raising families, buying homes, and pursuing careers.
To put the disease in the context of these financial scenarios, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (National MS Society), the Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA), and NEFE published Adapting: Financial Planning for a Life with Multiple Sclerosis. Read Full Article [link to tertiary page with full article]