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COPD — Resource Guide
Curated by Michael Fox Insurance
Printed June 18, 2026
COPD support & resource hub
COPD makes every breath count. Pulmonary rehab, oxygen, and the right support can change how you live with it.
COPD is a leading cause of disability and long-term care need. This page gathers the most trusted helplines, pulmonary rehab programs, oxygen and equipment support, financial aid, and caregiver resources in one place.
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Helplines and direct support
Free, confidential, and staffed by trained specialists. You don't need to know what to ask — just reach out.
COPD Foundation Information Line
866-731-COPD (2673)Free C.O.P.D. Information Line — staffed by Information Specialists who are themselves living with COPD.
Visit websiteAmerican Lung Association Lung HelpLine
800-LUNGUSA (800-586-4872)Speak with registered nurses and respiratory therapists, free of charge.
Visit website1-800-QUIT-NOW (Smoking Cessation)
800-784-8669Free coaching to quit smoking — the single most important treatment for COPD.
Visit websiteEldercare Locator
800-677-1116Federal directory connecting older adults to local respiratory and home care services.
Visit website988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
988Free, confidential 24/7 emotional support — depression and anxiety are common with chronic breathing disease.
Visit websiteTrusted national organizations
Where to learn, connect, and get guidance
COPD Foundation
The leading patient-focused COPD nonprofit. Education, registry, and community.
Open resourceAmerican Lung Association — COPD
Comprehensive education, action plans, and Better Breathers Clubs.
Open resourcePulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
Resources for IPF and other forms of pulmonary fibrosis — often overlap with COPD care.
Open resourceAlpha-1 Foundation
For Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency — the most common genetic cause of COPD.
Open resourceGOLD (Global Initiative for COPD)
Authoritative international guidelines used by clinicians worldwide.
Open resourceCOPD360social Community
Free online community connecting COPD patients and caregivers worldwide.
Open resourcePulmonary rehab & daily management
Programs and tools for breathing better
Pulmonary rehab dramatically improves quality of life and reduces hospitalizations. If you're a candidate, ask your doctor for a referral.
Find a Pulmonary Rehab Program (AACVPR)
Search the certified pulmonary rehab directory by ZIP code.
Open resourceBetter Breathers Club Locator
Free, in-person and virtual education and support groups led by respiratory pros.
Open resourceCOPD Pocket Consultant Guide App
Free app with action plans, inhaler videos, and symptom tools.
Open resourceMyCOPDTeam
Free social network of people living with COPD.
Open resourceAHA/ALA Walking Programs
Walking is one of the most effective COPD therapies — start small, build up.
Open resourceOxygen therapy & equipment
Tools and programs for oxygen and breathing equipment
Oxygen Therapy 101 (COPD Foundation)
Plain-English guide to oxygen prescriptions, equipment types, and travel.
Open resourceFind a Pulmonologist (CHEST)
American College of Chest Physicians directory.
Open resourceTravel With Oxygen — Airline Guide
POC requirements, airline forms, and travel checklists.
Open resourceHospice & Palliative Care Locator
Palliative care alongside COPD treatment significantly improves symptoms and quality of life.
Open resourceFinancial assistance & benefits
Help paying for medications, oxygen, and equipment
Social Security Disability (SSDI)
Severe COPD often qualifies for SSDI — apply early; the process takes months.
Open resourceMedicare Coverage of Oxygen & DME
Oxygen, nebulizers, and respiratory equipment are typically covered.
Open resourcePatient Advocate Foundation
Case management and copay relief for chronic and serious conditions.
Open resourcePAN Foundation — COPD Funds
Disease-specific copay assistance — funds open and close based on availability.
Open resourceHealthWell Foundation
Copay and premium assistance for eligible COPD patients.
Open resourceManufacturer Patient Assistance (RxAssist)
Find free or low-cost inhalers and respiratory medications.
Open resourceLong-term care planning with Michael
Late-stage COPD often requires significant home care or assisted living. Plan ahead while you're insurable.
Open resourceCaregiver support
Help for spouses, partners, and family caregivers
ALA Caregiver Resources
Education and toolkits for COPD caregivers.
Open resourceCaregiver Action Network
Help Desk (855-227-3640), peer forums, and toolkits for family caregivers.
Open resourceFamily Caregiver Alliance
State-by-state services finder and online support groups.
Open resourceWell Spouse Association
Support specifically for spouses & partners of the chronically ill.
Open resourceARCH National Respite Network
Find local respite providers so you can take a break.
Open resourceClinical trials & research
Be part of the search for better treatment
ClinicalTrials.gov — COPD
Federal database of every registered COPD trial in the U.S.
Open resourceCOPD Patient-Powered Research Network
Patient-led research participation — contribute from home.
Open resourceAlpha-1 Research Registry
Critical for the inherited form of COPD — get tested if it runs in your family.
Open resourceLocal & community help
Find services in your neighborhood
Planning ahead
Decisions that protect your family
COPD is progressive. Putting medical, legal, and financial documents in place early protects your wishes and your loved ones.
Five Wishes Advance Directive
The most widely used living will in America.
Open resourceNAELA — Find an Elder Law Attorney
Powers of attorney, healthcare proxies, and asset protection planning.
Open resourceLong-term care planning with Michael
Hybrid LTC, traditional LTC, and annuity-with-care options that fit your situation.
Open resourceShare this with someone you love.
A diagnosis can feel isolating and overwhelming — but you can be the light in someone else's darkest moment. If you know a family walking through COPD, forward this page. One small act of sharing can connect them to the hotlines, specialists, and community that help carry the weight.
A note from Michael
You don't have to face COPD alone.
I built this hub because watching my own family navigate a serious diagnosis showed me how hard it is to find trustworthy help when you need it most. If something here eases the load — even a little — it's worth it.
When you're ready to talk about protecting your family financially, I'm here — no pressure, no cost.
Informational only — not medical, legal, or financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional. In an emergency, call 911.