Direct Help & Information
American Lung Association Lung HelpLine
A free helpline staffed by nurses, respiratory therapists and tobacco treatment specialists, available seven days a week to answer questions and connect callers to other resources, including financial assistance and specialist referrals.
Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Help Center
A dedicated support line and help center for people living with pulmonary fibrosis and related lung diseases, offering guidance on treatment, support services and next steps after a diagnosis.
Silicosis Support Groups
American Lung Association Better Breathers Clubs and Patient & Caregiver Network
In-person and online support groups for people living with chronic lung disease, along with a nationwide network connecting patients and caregivers to each other for education and support.
Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Support Group Network
More than 135 support groups nationwide, including groups specifically for caregivers and for those who have had or are awaiting a lung transplant.
Finding a Specialist
Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Care Center Network
A nationwide network of medical centers with specific expertise in diagnosing and treating fibrotic lung diseases like silicosis, searchable by location.
American Lung Association Lung HelpLine
Beyond answering questions directly, the Lung HelpLine (same link as above) can help connect patients with a specialist when a referral isn’t already in place.
Financial Assistance
HealthWell Foundation, Pulmonary Fibrosis Fund
A nonprofit pulmonary fibrosis financial assistance fund that helps cover medication copayments and treatment costs for eligible pulmonary fibrosis patients based on income.
PAN Foundation
A nonprofit that maintains disease-specific funds to help patients afford treatment, including funds that have covered pulmonary fibrosis medications in the past. Fund availability changes over time, so it’s worth checking directly for current openings.
Legal Assistance
Silicosis.com
Legal Help Line: Learn who may be responsible for silicosis, how workers’ compensation compares to a lawsuit, what compensation can cover and how long each state allows to file. Questions about your legal options are welcome, and the conversation is free and confidential with no diagnosis needed.
Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel
The national plaintiffs’ law firm behind this website that represents people harmed by toxic exposure. A medical research department led by a registered nurse and an investigative department help build each case, and a partner tries every case. Talking with the team is free and confidential, and there is no cost unless we win.
