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Greater Scranton YMCA to Host New Program for Cancer Survivors
LIVESTRONG at the Greater Scranton YMCA is a free, twelve-week small group program designed for adult cancer survivors. This program fulfills the important need of supporting the increasing number of cancer survivors who find themselves in the transitional period between completing their cancer treatment and the shift to feeling physically and emotionally strong enough to…
Read MoreCancer Survivor Artwork Hosted by Luzerne County Department of Probation Services
The Luzerne County Department of Probation Services is currently hosting an art display entitled, “Tiles: From Tears to Triumph.” The display was created by the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute and features replications of ceramic tiles that were painted by Luzerne County cancer survivors and caregivers through an art therapy project. The display will remain in…
Read More“Judi H Rock On 3” Raises $18,500 for Northeast Regional Cancer Institute
The planning committee for “Judi H Rock On 3,” a dance party and fundraiser held on May 5, 2013, recently presented a check to the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute for the $18,500 raised at the event. The committee is made up of a group of friends and family of a woman from Dunmore, Judi…
Read MoreCancer Institute Names Patient Navigator Staff Assistant
Joanne Getz, of Scranton, has joined the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute as a patient navigator staff assistant. She is responsible for supporting the Community –Based Patient Navigation Program at the Cancer Institute, as well as other community and patient services programs. Getz received a bachelor’s degree in retail management from Marywood University and an associate’s…
Read More“Buzz Off Cancer” Supports Northeast Regional Cancer Institute
Mick’s Barber Shop, Honesdale, recently hosted “Buzz Off Cancer 2013”, a special fundraiser that raised over $6,600. The money was shared with the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute and the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation. “Buzz Off Cancer 2013” promoted cancer awareness and encouraged individuals to collect pledges from friends and family in return for having their…
Read MoreCancer Institute to be Featured on Newsmakers
The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute is the focus of this Sunday’s Newsmakers on WBRE and WYOU. The monthly public affairs program is hosted by Senior Producer Jayne Ann Bugda and the I-Team’s Andy Mehalshick. The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute is a local, non-profit organization working to ease the burden of cancer in Northeastern Pennsylvania Bugda…
Read MoreFree Exercise & Nutrition Program at Pittston YMCA Available for Cancer Survivors
A the Greater Pittston YMCA, we measure our work by the number of lives we impact in a positive way. Our mission directed at making this kind of impact. In one way or another, all our members are looking for a way to get beyond where they are – to grow, to reach their potential, to thrive…
Read MorePittston YMCA Hosts Display of Cancer Survivor Art
The Pittston YMCA is currently hosting an art display entitled, “Tiles: From Tears to Triumph.” The display was created by the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute and features replications
Read MoreOpenings Available for Summer Camp for Children Affected by a Parent’s Cancer
Camp Kesem, a college student-run summer camp for children who have been affected by a parent’s cancer, still has openings for their upcoming session in Honesdale, PA. The program is a free overnight camp for children ages 6 – 16. The camp provides an opportunity for the children to have a fun-filled week while having…
Read MoreNorth Pocono Junior Basketball League Supports the Cancer Institute
The North Pocono Junior Basketball League recently made a contribution of $500 to support the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. Pictured at the check presentation are Jerry Coles (left), Board Member, North Pocono Junior Basketball League and Bob Durkin (right), President, Northeast Regional Cancer Institute.
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