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C
ancer is an illness that affects not only the person but also the entire
family. The financial impact of cancer is sometimes the hardest obstacle
to overcome. The patient or family has many questions regarding their
financial situation. How will I pay for my medications. Where do I go with
insurance questions. How will I pay for insurance co-pays. The good news is
there are many organizations willing and able to help. Hopefully the
organizations listed below can help ease your financial burden or provide
information and ideas to assist you and your family.
Commentary provided by Heather Homick
Cancer Control Specialist - Patient Services
American Cancer Society, Northeast Region Office
LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS
Area Agency on Aging
Toll Free Number
(800) 982-4346
Lackawanna County
(570) 963-6740
Luzerne County
(570) 822-1158
Pike County
(570) 775-5550
Susquehanna County
(570) 265-6162
Wayne County
(570) 253-4262
Wyoming County
(570) 822-1158
Department of Public Welfare
Lackawanna County
(570) 963-4525
Luzerne/Wyoming
(866) 220-9320
Pike County
(570) 296-6114
Susquehanna County
(888) 753-6328
Wayne County
(570) 253-7100
Wyoming County
(877) 699-3312
Website
Department of Revenue Taxpayer Assistance
General Number
(570) 963-4585
Website
Notes
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