Prescription Assistance Program Opens in Bay County

From The Central Gulf Coast-

The Bay County Health Department and St. Andrew Episcopal Church announce the opening of the Prescription Assistance Program (PAP) – an exciting new community service for the citizens of Bay County. The PAP will officially open on November 1, 2010 at 2pm at 1608 Baker Court, Panama City (behind St. Andrew Episcopal Church).

The purpose of the PAP is to assist low-income individuals obtain necessary prescription medications through the various compassionate care programs offered by the pharmaceutical companies. “It is an honor and a privilege to partner with the Bay County Health Department, and to offer space to help those in our area who might go without their medication due to finances. This helps us as a parish to reach out to those beyond our doors, which is what the Gospel calls us to do,” said Rev. Dr. Margaret Shepherd, pastor of the St. Andrew Episcopal Church.

To use the PAP, clients will need to obtain a prescription from their medical provider and then make an appointment with the PAP. The PAP staff and volunteers will help the client navigate through the requirements of the compassionate care programs to assist eligible clients obtain their medications. Clients will be charged a small administrative fee of $6 per prescription up to a maximum of $20 per visit to help offset the administrative costs of the program.

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