SASS Program

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.

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.

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.

You may qualify for a stipend through the SASS program if you meet the following two criteria: 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.

Click here to complete the SASS Stipend Application

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.