Our Mission is to educate Licking County residents on the importance of early detection as a key to breast cancer survival and provide those diagnosed with breast cancer the assistance to maintain and improve their quality of life.
What is SASS?
SASS (Screening and Survivor Support for Breast Cancer in Licking County) is a vital public health initiative led by the Licking County Health Department. The program is designed to provide comprehensive support to individuals in the community who are affected by breast cancer, offering resources to help alleviate some of the challenges associated with diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.
Why was SASS Created?
The breast cancer mortality rate in Licking County was higher than the state and national averages, leading to the creation of the SASS Program by the Licking County Health Department and the Public Health Partnership of Licking County in 2006. SASS provides local women with access to mammograms, stipends, and educates them on the importance of early detection. This program provides women who qualify with immediate mammograms which helps decrease wait time. This assists with the early diagnosis of breast cancer, which can save a woman’s life. The program offers screenings, referrals, and support for those diagnosed with breast cancer, having provided over 1,000 free mammograms to date.
How is SASS Funded?
SASS is funded through donations to the Public Health Partnership (PHP) of Licking County, a nonprofit focused on improving local health. The program is operated by the Licking County Health Department and serves women across Licking County. All donations are spent locally and are provided to women in need.
Stipend
To be eligible for a stipend through the SASS program, participants must meet two key criteria: They must be residents of Licking County and currently diagnosed with breast cancer. We are committed to providing assistance to eligible individuals, and meeting these qualifications financially is essential to ensure fair and effective distribution of resources. Please contact Tammy Jones for further information at sass@lickingcohealth.org.
SASS Mammogram
Eligible women in Licking County can apply to receive mammogram screenings and other treatments through the SASS Program. For more information or to inquire about eligibility, please see contact information below.
Contact Information
Eligibility Approval
BCCP, Breast and Cervical Cancer Project
(866) 418-4963
BCCP@lickingcohealth.org
Stipend Eligibility
Tammy Jones
SASS for Breast Cancer Coordinator
(740) 349-6486
sass@lickingcohealth.org
Event Donations/ Planning
McKenna Broyles
SASS Event Coordinator
(740) 349-6496
mbroyles@lickingcohealth.org
Madi Dice, SASS Event and Fundraising Coordinator
(740) 349-6509
mdice@lickingcohealth.org
"The SASS program also provided a stipend which helped my family during the financially difficult period we faced during my treatment. I'm so very thankful to everyone who makes the SASS program what it is. It's truly a blessing to many ladies and families in our community who are directly affected by breast cancer."
"Support is so so important. Thank you for SASS, Kindred Spirits, and wanting to help others through all the programs offered!"
Save the Date:
Our 18th annual Pink Strides will be on 10/4/2025 at the Licking County Health Department. Stay tuned for more events to come!