text: The cost of diabetes supplies and medications is a big problem today. I know because I am diabetic and have to deal with it personallly. There is help out there though. \n\nThe first place to start is with your doctor. Talk to him / her about your difficulty. Most doctors can help you out with meds by offering free samples of some of your prescriptions. Trust me, they have them and they are there for the taking, so just ask. My doctor does this for me and it saves me hundreds and hundreds of $$$$$$ a month. If you doctor isn't willing to do this for you or doesnt' have the resources, then at least he / she can probably refer you to someone who can help. \n\nCheck with your local health department. Chances are that there may be a diabetes program in place there than can offer you lots and lots of great resources. The great thing about the health department resource is that all services will be offered at little or no charge to you, depending your income level. Take advantage of the free diabetes education, support groups, programs, etc. That's why they are there.\nAs far as medication goes, there is probably a pharmacy assistance program in place that can help you with your medications. These programs are income and need based and open to most anyone. Check to see what's out there. \n\nFinally, check with your local department of social services about getting assistance. I am not sure of your location and programs differ from state to state, but it's worth a phone call to see what they can do for you. I am sure that there is something out there to help. \n\nGood luck and best wishes...