Web-based program. Site offers you the opportunity to look up the medication you are needing financial assistance with and the medication is linked to the program and information on how to get the medication. Prescription medications are an important part of total patient care. Unfortunately, prescribers find that many patients can't afford the medications they need. There are public and private resources available, through limited, that may help, such as: Federal programs for military personnel or veterans: State Medicaid programs: State programs for seniors, disabled or low-income: city, county, or community programs: Drug discount cards, some of which are designed for seniors. Many pharmaceutical manufacturers also offer a limited supply of free or low-cost medications to patients in need through their patient assistance programs. These programs are intended to serve as a "last resort" for patients who are unable to use other programs and who otherwise would not be able to afford needed medications.