Spreading Joy: Announcing the Awarding of Six Connor James Smith Patient Assistance Grants Totaling Over $15,000

In many cases, insurance covers the bare minimum for patients with rare genetic disorders like SCN8A, which leaves families footing the bill for necessary medical equipment, therapy devices, educational aids, medications, outpatient therapy costs, home and vehicle modifications, etc.  The list is a mile long and the expenses add up quickly.
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All of these out-of-pocket costs can create a financial burden that forces caregivers to make difficult choices about: choosing between life-saving medications or necessary medical equipment; choosing to sacrifice the physical health of their bodies because they cannot afford to remodel their bathroom to make it ADA accessible; choosing to pay for costly outpatient therapy instead of enjoying a family activity.

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