Resources

LVAD Information


LVAD – Decision booklet: A decision aid for Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) A device for patients with advanced heart failure: https://patientdecisionaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Lvad-pamphlet-9.28.21.pdf 

LVAD Decision Aid (video): https://vimeo.com/586178890

MyLVAD: An Introduction to LVAD:  "Explore the basic functions of an LVAD and
important information surrounding LVAD surgery. 
https://www.mylvad.com/patients-caregivers/learn-about-lvads/intro-lvads


Custom Designed Bags for LVAD Equipment: https://lvadbags.com/

      "In 2016 I received my first LVAD. Since then I have been searching for the perfect bag to  hold my LVAD
      controller, batteries and backup equipment that is affordable and 
 comfortable. Finally, I discovered this
      backpack. It has great padded straps, the exterior is 
 water resistant, I am able to create unlimited
     designs on these bags. What has been the
 most fun is that I can make use of my art and graphic design
      background." ~Nancy White

Financial Assistance


Transplant Community Alliance (serving Arizona): Assistance for transplant patients: Support Groups, Financial Assistance, Transplant Mentors: https://www.transplantaz.org/

   
 HeartBrothers: Helping Heart Failure Patients with Financial Assistance, Support Groups, Webinar Series, “Heart Prayers”: www.Heartbrothers.org

Support Groups


Transplant Community Alliance (serving Arizona transplant patients): Financial Assistance, Support Groups, Transplant Mentors: https://www.transplantaz.org/


HeartBrothers: Financial Assistance, Support Groups, Webinar Series, “Heart Prayers”: www.Heartbrothers.org


Banner MCS/LVAD Online Support Group: Meets the 2nd Friday of each month 11:00-12:00. Contact Kathleen Pickrel at 520-694-6174 / Kathleen.pickrel2@bannerhealth.com or Heather Donovan at Heather.Donovan2@bannerhealth.com

Medication Costs

www.goodrx.com
www.costplusdrugs.com
www.needymeds.com

Novartis Patient Assistance Program (Entresto/sacubitril/valsartan): https://www.novartis.com/us-en/patients-and-caregivers/patient-assistance/patient-assistance-foundation-enrollment

Additional Resources 


American Heart Association: Information and Community Events: www.heart.org