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News Release
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United Way Distributes Prescription Drug
Discount Cards to Local Pharmacies, Those in Need-United Way of Santa Barbara County to provide aid to those who cannot
afford prescription drugs or do not have coverage
Santa Barbara, CA, Jan. 27, 2009 – In this current economic climate,
many individuals in Santa Barbara County don't have health insurance, or
need medicine not covered by their insurance plan. Medications often are
not top priority when money is tight. Nationally, one out of every five
people does not have prescription drug coverage. These people can now
save money on their prescription medications with United Way’s
“FamilyWize” prescription drug discount card. This card can lower the
cost of medicine by an average 20% to 30%. United Way of Santa Barbara
County is providing these cards free-of-charge throughout South County.
The cards are available at local participating pharmacies, partner organizations,
United Way of Santa Barbara County and United Way of North Santa Barbara
County offices. Individuals with Internet access can go to
www.unitedwaysb.org to print
a card, look up drug prices, and get a list of participating pharmacies.
Individuals can also call the United Way of Santa Barbara County with
questions at 805-965-8591.
"Healthcare costs are one of the top concerns for people around the
country and in our own community," said Paul Didier, Executive Director
of United Way of Santa Barbara County. "Because of the high costs of
prescription medicines, and the wide gaps in insurance, a staggering
40% of adults are not getting the medicines they need.”
“We are pleased to be partnering with FamilyWize and local pharmacies in
bringing this important benefit to the Santa Barbara area,” continued
Didier. “The prescription drug discount cards will help individuals and
families who otherwise could not afford to buy the medicine they need."
United Way’s FamilyWize Prescription Drug Discount Card enables clients
to receive discounted pricing on prescription drugs. The cards can be
used for any prescription not covered by insurance. There is no fee for
the card and no age or other eligibility requirements, waiting periods,
enrollment or paperwork. To use the cards, clients simply present their
card with each prescription from their doctor to the participating
pharmacy at the time of purchase to receive the discounts. No personal
information will be collected or shared and the card can be used often
as needed.
Santa Barbara County residents have saved around $445,000 since United Way of Santa Barbara County began distributing the cards one year
ago, with an average savings per visit of $20.
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Media Contact Info:
United Way of Santa Barbara County, 805-965-8591
Email:marketing@unitedwaysb.org
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