Holland Hospital Breast Care Fund

The Holland Hospital Breast Care Fund provides financial assistance to remove barriers to breast cancer screening and diagnosis for uninsured, underinsured, and high-deductible individuals in Ottawa County, Michigan.

Geographic Scope: Ottawa County, Michigan area

Focus Areas: Breast cancer screening and diagnosis services

What They Fund:

• Screening mammograms
• Diagnostic mammograms
• Ultrasounds
• Biopsies
• Radiologist fees for reading images
• Pathology costs
• All related Holland Hospital breast care charges

Eligibility:

• Applicants must be over 40 years old
• Must have a primary care provider
• Must be uninsured, underinsured, or have high deductibles

Background: Established five years ago (as of 2021), the Breast Care Fund has provided hundreds of screening and diagnostic mammograms and follow-up services to area women. The fund has received support from personal donors, local businesses, and a $15,000 community grant awarded by Susan G. Komen Michigan.

Key Statistics:

• 1 in 8 women will face a diagnosis of breast cancer in her lifetime
• When breast cancer is detected early and in the localized stage, the five-year survival rate is 99%

Contact Information:

• Phone: (616) 355-3865
• Address: 602 Michigan Avenue, Holland, Michigan 49423

How to Apply

1. Complete Application: Fill out a simple and confidential online financial assistance application form
2. Eligibility Check: Application will be reviewed to determine if you qualify based on:
   • Age (must be over 40)
   • Insurance status
   • Income/deductible situation
   • Having a primary care provider
3. Approval: Once approved, you can schedule your free screening
4. Schedule: Contact Holland Hospital Breast Care to schedule your mammogram

Application Materials

• Simple and confidential online form (available on website)
• Spanish-language version also available

Contact for Application

• Phone: (616) 355-3865
• Available for scheduling and application questions