Neurology Support Resources (USA)
Verified nationwide U.S. resources for neurological, brain, and nerve conditions—official organizations, helplines, and free patient support programs. These resources can help with education, care navigation, support groups, and (in some cases) financial or medication assistance.
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- NIH / NINDS Information Resource CenterEvidence-based neurological condition information, publications, and help finding trusted resources.VisitPhone: 1-800-352-9424 (M–F, business hours ET)
Website: ninds.nih.gov/contact-us - MedlinePlus (NIH/NLM)Trusted patient-friendly information across brain and nerve conditions, tests, and treatments.VisitWebsite: medlineplus.gov
- ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH)Search for clinical trials for neurological conditions (treatments, devices, and observational studies).VisitWebsite: clinicaltrials.gov
Condition support lines & navigation (nationwide)
These national organizations provide education, support groups, care navigation, and helplines (where available).
- Epilepsy Foundation (24/7 Helpline)Support and resources for epilepsy and seizures (patients, families, and caregivers).Visit
- National Multiple Sclerosis Society (MS Navigator)One-on-one support, resources, and referrals for people affected by MS.VisitPhone: 1-800-344-4867
Website: nationalmssociety.org/contact-us - Parkinson's Foundation HelplineFree information specialists for Parkinson's questions, referrals, and resources.VisitPhone: 1-800-473-4636 (1-800-4PD-INFO)
Website: parkinson.org/resources-support/helpline - The ALS AssociationCare services and non-medical information/referrals for ALS patients and families.VisitPhone: 1-800-782-4747
Website: als.org/contact-us - Brain Injury Association of America (NBIIC)National Brain Injury Information Center—talk to a brain injury specialist and get resource referrals.VisitPhone: 1-800-444-6443
Website: biausa.org/.../contact-nbiic - American Migraine FoundationEducation, tools, and finding care for migraine and headache disorders.VisitWebsite: americanmigrainefoundation.org
- National Headache FoundationSupport and education for headache and migraine, including resources and guidance.VisitPhone: 1-888-643-5552
Website: headaches.org/contact - The Foundation for Peripheral NeuropathyFree educational resources and support for peripheral neuropathy.VisitPhone: (847) 883-9942
Website: foundationforpn.org
Free patient assistance programs (nationwide)
- NORD RareCare® Patient Assistance ProgramsPatient assistance programs that may help eligible people afford treatments, get financial support, and access certain services (programs vary by condition).Visit
- NORD Support HelplineHelp navigating rare disease resources, specialists, clinical trials, and support options.Visit
- ALS Insurance & Benefits Resource LineHelp understanding insurance/benefits issues related to ALS coverage and claims (resource navigation).VisitPhone: 1-844-244-1306
Website: als.org/support/als-insurance-navigator