Community Support
Statewide and National Resources
You don't have to navigate lupus alone.Managing lupus often means navigating much more than medical care. You may need help finding affordable healthcare, paying for medications, accessing transportation, applying for benefits, or locating food, housing, and mental health resources.Below are trusted state and national organizations that can connect you with services across North Carolina, South Carolina, and the United States.
Looking for resources near you? Visit our Interactive Resource Map to search for healthcare providers, food assistance, transportation, housing, mental health services, family resources, and more in your local community.
NCCARE360
NCCARE360 is North Carolina's statewide resource network that helps connect individuals and families with local community services. It includes thousands of verified resources across all 100 North Carolina counties, including healthcare, food, housing, transportation, financial assistance, childcare, employment support, and more. Many healthcare providers, hospitals, and community organizations use NCCARE360 to make and track referrals for patients.
Patient Advocate Foundation
Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF)What it isThe Patient Advocate Foundation is a national nonprofit organization that helps people with chronic, life-threatening, and debilitating illnesses overcome barriers to healthcare.
Through free case management, financial assistance programs, and educational resources, PAF helps patients access and afford the care they need.How they can helpInsurance appeals and coverage denialsMedical debt and billing assistanceFinding financial assistance programsPrescription copay assistanceCase management and care navigationMedicare and insurance educationFinancial aid grants for eligible patientsEducational resources for patients and caregivers
Individuals who need assistance finding resources are encouraged to contact NC 211, a free and confidential information and referral service provided by United Way of North Carolina and powered by local United Ways across the state. Families and individuals can call 2-1-1 or 1-888-892-1162 to receive information about health and human services available in their community, or visit NC211.org for more information.
NC MedAssist
Statewide nonprofit pharmacy providing free prescription medications to eligible uninsured, low-income North Carolina residents. Offers mail-order prescriptions, medication assistance programs, and mobile free pharmacy events distributing over-the-counter medications throughout North Carolina.