Janet Nealy
September 21st, 2007
Due to Hurricane Katrina, I and some of my family were forced to leave our homes in New Orleans and evacuate to Dallas, Texas before the hurricane hit. That was two years ago. When I finally returned home, I was very fortunate to find my home untouched by the hurricane. However, both of my daughters’ homes were severely damaged, forcing them and their families to come live with me. Because of Hurricane Katrina, I did not just have to leave my home for a long period of time, I also lost my job and subsequently my health insurance. I had no money, no job, and no medicine. Since I have high blood pressure and glaucoma, it is very important that I receive my prescription medicines in order to maintain a healthy life. In this nation of ours, I know there are people that are struggling to just live, and are wondering “what shall I do?” I have often felt that same way. Fortunately, one of my daughters told me how to find help through patient assistance programs offered by the pharmaceutical companies.
Through these programs, I am now able to receive the necessary medicines I need to live a wonderful life and also save $150 a month, money I didn’t have. Through this experience, I was able to see that if God does close a door somewhere, he always opens a window. For me, my window was through the pharmaceutical companies. I will always be grateful to them for making such a devastating experience more bearable.
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