Financial Assistance for Abortion
Understanding financial concerns are often a significant factor in the decision-making process for abortion, there are programs and funds available to provide aid. In this section, we will focus on two main sources of financial aid for abortion: the National Abortion Hotline Fund and the Dr. Henry Morgentaler Patient Assistance Fund.
National Abortion Hotline Fund
The National Abortion Hotline provides financial assistance to help individuals in the U.S. and Canada afford the cost of abortion care and travel-related expenses. This support is not a loan and does not need to be repaid, ensuring accessible assistance for those in need.
Additionally, they offer case management services to help navigate the process. For those who need to travel for their procedure, the Dr. Tiller Patient Assistance Fund, part of the National Abortion Hotline, may be able to cover travel and/or lodging expenses in addition to the procedure cost.
For more local assistance, funds such as the National Network of Abortion Funds provide support for costs related to abortion procedures, travel, lodging, child care, doula services, and translation services. You can learn more about these resources and others on our page about abortion support funds.
Dr. Henry Morgentaler Patient Assistance Fund
In Canada, NAF Canada provides assistance through the Dr. Henry Morgentaler Patient Assistance Fund for patients facing financial barriers to abortion care. Named in honor of Dr. Henry Morgentaler, who brought the Supreme Court case that decriminalized abortion in Canada, this fund helps those whose abortion care is not covered by provincial or territorial health insurance or who incur travel expenses in accessing abortion care.
Financial aid for abortion is a crucial resource for many individuals, ensuring that economic circumstances do not limit access to this vital healthcare service. To learn more about the available options, visit our page on abortion financial help.
Accessing Financial Aid
Obtaining financial aid for abortion can significantly alleviate the burden of the procedure’s cost. Understanding the qualifying criteria and the application process is crucial to access this support.
Qualifying Criteria
The qualifying criteria for financial aid can vary depending on the fund or program. Most funds are designed to assist those who face financial barriers to accessing abortion care. For example, the Dr. Henry Morgentaler Patient Assistance Fund, managed by NAF Canada, aims to support people in Canada whose abortion care is not covered by provincial or territorial health insurance, or who have to incur travel expenses in accessing abortion care.
In the U.S., the National Abortion Hotline provides financial assistance to individuals who cannot afford the cost of abortion care and travel-related expenses. They also offer additional support through the Dr. Tiller Patient Assistance Fund to help cover travel and/or lodging expenses, if needed.
Application Process and Support
To apply for financial assistance, individuals typically can either call us for guidance or contact the fund or program directly. The process may involve discussing the individual’s financial situation to determine their eligibility for aid. The National Abortion Hotline, for instance, offers case management services to guide individuals through this process.
In addition to these national programs, there are many local funds across the country that may provide assistance with the cost of abortion procedures, travel, lodging, child care, doula services, and translation services.
It’s important to note that the financial support provided by abortion funds helps individuals pay for their abortion procedures and is not a loan, so it does not require repayment.
For more detailed information about the different types of financial aid available for abortion, check out our articles on abortion payment plans, abortion grants, abortion support funds, and abortion funding programs. If you need more personalized assistance, consider reaching out to an organization that provides abortion financial help.
If you need help getting financial aid for an abortion or related expenses, please call us.
