Wyoming County Resources

  • Behavioral Health

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    A Better Today, Inc.

    A Better Today, Inc. provides comprehensive outpatient treatment to adults, adolescents, their families, friends and significant others who are abusing or dependent upon alcohol or other drugs. Licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Office of Drug and Alcohol Programs, A Better Today, Inc. operates multiple outpatient treatment facilities in Northeast Pennsylvania. Please call to find the location closest to you.


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    (570) 996-9600

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation.

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    Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton

    Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton provides a variety of faith-based services. Catholic Social Services offers counseling services, job search services to homeless individuals, emergency food services (requires an application), clothing, short-term financial assistance to meet emergency needs, and more. Please note that Catholic Social Services has multiple offices, and individuals from Wyoming County must travel to Luzerne County to receive services.

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    33 E. Northampton St.
    Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
    (570) 822-7118

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation.

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    Luzerne-Wyoming Counties - Mental Health and Developmental Services

    Luzerne-Wyoming Counties Mental Health and Developmental Services offers services for individuals with mental health conditions and intellectual disabilities. Mental health services include administrative management, case management services, employment services, crisis and emergency services, inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and therapy services, family-based services, and transportation services. Developmental services include counseling, housing assistance, education support services, nursing services, supported employment, and transportations services. Please note that services are offered at multiple locations in both Luzerne and Wyoming counties and an individual may have to travel to Luzerne County receive services. Please call for more information.

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    111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Ste. 200
    Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
    (570) 825-9441

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation.

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    Peerstar LLC

    Peerstar offers mental health recovery, certified peer support services, and forensic peer support services throughout Pennsylvania. Peerstar's in-jail program includes re-entry planning and evidence-based Citizenship Group classes to assist individuals in returning to the community and breaking the cycle of re-incarceration. Services are also available post-incarceration. Please look online or call ahead to find out which office location is most convenient.

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    2900 Plank Road, Suite 8
    Altoona, Pennsylvania 16601
    (888) 733-7781

     Please call ahead or look online to find out about hours of operation. 

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    Trehab- A Community Action Agency

    Trehab - A Community Action Agency provides a variety of services and programs to individuals across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Services for Wyoming County residents include: drug and alcohol treatment, housing and energy assistance, weatherization services, and workforce development programs.


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    5 Crackerjack Lane
    Mehoopany, PA 18629
    (570) 833-9000

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation. 

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  • Government Assistance/Public Benefits

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    COMPASS

    COMPASS is an online application for Pennsylvanians to apply for health and human services programs. The application includes Health Care benefits such as Medical Assistance, CHIP, and Medicaid for Former Foster Care Youth. The application also includes Home and Community Based Services Referrals such as Early Intervention Services, Intellectual Disability Services, and Autism Services. Additionally, COMPASS includes Home and Community Based Living Services, Cash Assistance, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), SNAP (food stamps), and other benefits.

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    1-(800) 692-7462

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    Luzerne & Wyoming Counties Area Agency on Aging

    Participants are required to be over the age of 60.

    The Area Agency on Aging provides services and programs to older adults in Luzerne and Wyoming Counties. The AAA offers employment training and placement, nursing services, active adult center activities (including financial literacy and wellness groups, meals, and social activities), transportation services, caregiver support, volunteer opportunities, health insurance counseling, and more. Please note that these services are offered in multiple locations throughout Luzerne and Wyoming Counties.

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    PA Law Project

    The PA Health Law Project works to ensure everyone has access to health care. Outside of advocating for the right to health care, the Law Project provides free legal services to any low-income resident of Pennsylvania having difficulty accessing publicly funded health care, whose health care has been terminated or reduced, or who have been denied Medicare (or similar health care programming). Additionally, the Law Project helps eligible residents apply for Medicare, responds to issues of denial of service (i.e. for prescriptions), and anyone struggling with their health care costs. The only requirement is income related, otherwise, the program is nondiscriminatory - there is a helpline which can be utilized for base information by anyone, regardless of income. If you're in need of assistance, or have a question take advantage of the helpline by dialing: 1-800-274-3258

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  • Employment & Volunteer Opportunities

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    CareerLink

    PA CareerLink is a free, one-stop shop with highly trained staff ready to assist you with your job search, whether you're looking for your first job or to advance your career. Their services include: resume workshops, career counseling, job search assistance, interview skills training, skills assessment, job fairs, computer training, free access to a computer lab, and career exploration. Please visit the website to find your local office.

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    Cover Letter Template

    The attached resource is provided to assist in creating a cover letter to gain employment.

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    Luzerne & Wyoming Counties Area Agency on Aging

    Participants are required to be over the age of 60.

    The Area Agency on Aging provides services and programs to older adults in Luzerne and Wyoming Counties. The AAA offers employment training and placement, nursing services, active adult center activities (including financial literacy and wellness groups, meals, and social activities), transportation services, caregiver support, volunteer opportunities, health insurance counseling, and more. Please note that these services are offered in multiple locations throughout Luzerne and Wyoming Counties.

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    Luzerne-Wyoming Counties - Mental Health and Developmental Services

    Luzerne-Wyoming Counties Mental Health and Developmental Services offers services for individuals with mental health conditions and intellectual disabilities. Mental health services include administrative management, case management services, employment services, crisis and emergency services, inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and therapy services, family-based services, and transportation services. Developmental services include counseling, housing assistance, education support services, nursing services, supported employment, and transportations services. Please note that services are offered at multiple locations in both Luzerne and Wyoming counties and an individual may have to travel to Luzerne County receive services. Please call for more information.

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    Contact

    111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Ste. 200
    Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
    (570) 825-9441

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation.

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    Resume Template

    The attached resource is provided to assist in creating a resume to gain employment.

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    Trehab- A Community Action Agency

    Trehab - A Community Action Agency provides a variety of services and programs to individuals across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Services for Wyoming County residents include: drug and alcohol treatment, housing and energy assistance, weatherization services, and workforce development programs.


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    5 Crackerjack Lane
    Mehoopany, PA 18629
    (570) 833-9000

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation. 

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  • Faith-based

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    Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton

    Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton provides a variety of faith-based services. Catholic Social Services offers counseling services, job search services to homeless individuals, emergency food services (requires an application), clothing, short-term financial assistance to meet emergency needs, and more. Please note that Catholic Social Services has multiple offices, and individuals from Wyoming County must travel to Luzerne County to receive services.

    Click here for website

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    33 E. Northampton St.
    Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
    (570) 822-7118

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation.

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  • Food and Clothing

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    Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton

    Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton provides a variety of faith-based services. Catholic Social Services offers counseling services, job search services to homeless individuals, emergency food services (requires an application), clothing, short-term financial assistance to meet emergency needs, and more. Please note that Catholic Social Services has multiple offices, and individuals from Wyoming County must travel to Luzerne County to receive services.

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    33 E. Northampton St.
    Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
    (570) 822-7118

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation.

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    Feeding Pennsylvania

    Feeding Pennsylvania is a partnership among Feeding America food banks across the state. In order to find food banks in your area, please visit the website and use the food bank locator.

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    (717) 724-3194

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    Luzerne & Wyoming Counties Area Agency on Aging

    Participants are required to be over the age of 60.

    The Area Agency on Aging provides services and programs to older adults in Luzerne and Wyoming Counties. The AAA offers employment training and placement, nursing services, active adult center activities (including financial literacy and wellness groups, meals, and social activities), transportation services, caregiver support, volunteer opportunities, health insurance counseling, and more. Please note that these services are offered in multiple locations throughout Luzerne and Wyoming Counties.

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  • Housing

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    Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton

    Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton provides a variety of faith-based services. Catholic Social Services offers counseling services, job search services to homeless individuals, emergency food services (requires an application), clothing, short-term financial assistance to meet emergency needs, and more. Please note that Catholic Social Services has multiple offices, and individuals from Wyoming County must travel to Luzerne County to receive services.

    Click here for website

    Contact

    33 E. Northampton St.
    Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
    (570) 822-7118

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation.

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    Luzerne-Wyoming Counties - Mental Health and Developmental Services

    Luzerne-Wyoming Counties Mental Health and Developmental Services offers services for individuals with mental health conditions and intellectual disabilities. Mental health services include administrative management, case management services, employment services, crisis and emergency services, inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and therapy services, family-based services, and transportation services. Developmental services include counseling, housing assistance, education support services, nursing services, supported employment, and transportations services. Please note that services are offered at multiple locations in both Luzerne and Wyoming counties and an individual may have to travel to Luzerne County receive services. Please call for more information.

    Click here for website

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    111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Ste. 200
    Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
    (570) 825-9441

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation.

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    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS): Homeless Assistance Program

    Pennsylvania DHS's Homeless Assistance Program is a government program which assists individuals who are currently homeless or at risk of eviction. Services include case management, rental assistance, emergency shelter services, and more. Please visit the website to find your local office.

    Click here for website

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    Trehab- A Community Action Agency

    Trehab - A Community Action Agency provides a variety of services and programs to individuals across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Services for Wyoming County residents include: drug and alcohol treatment, housing and energy assistance, weatherization services, and workforce development programs.


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    5 Crackerjack Lane
    Mehoopany, PA 18629
    (570) 833-9000

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation. 

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  • Education

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    Educational Opportunity Centers, Inc. (EOC)

    Education Opportunity Centers, Inc. (EOC) offers educational services for youth and adults. Although programs are open to everyone, EOC focuses on serving low-income, first-generation, college-bound students. Services include career counseling and assessment, assistance with completing financial aid documents, financial literacy programs, referrals to GED programs, college entrance test preparation, math and reading assistance, and more. Please note that EOC has multiple offices and an individual may have to travel to a different county to receive services. Please call ahead to make an appointment.

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    431 N 7th Ave
    Scranton, PA 18704
    (570) 496-0296

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation.

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    Luzerne-Wyoming Counties - Mental Health and Developmental Services

    Luzerne-Wyoming Counties Mental Health and Developmental Services offers services for individuals with mental health conditions and intellectual disabilities. Mental health services include administrative management, case management services, employment services, crisis and emergency services, inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and therapy services, family-based services, and transportation services. Developmental services include counseling, housing assistance, education support services, nursing services, supported employment, and transportations services. Please note that services are offered at multiple locations in both Luzerne and Wyoming counties and an individual may have to travel to Luzerne County receive services. Please call for more information.

    Click here for website

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    111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Ste. 200
    Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
    (570) 825-9441

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation.

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  • Life Skills Training

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    Educational Opportunity Centers, Inc. (EOC)

    Education Opportunity Centers, Inc. (EOC) offers educational services for youth and adults. Although programs are open to everyone, EOC focuses on serving low-income, first-generation, college-bound students. Services include career counseling and assessment, assistance with completing financial aid documents, financial literacy programs, referrals to GED programs, college entrance test preparation, math and reading assistance, and more. Please note that EOC has multiple offices and an individual may have to travel to a different county to receive services. Please call ahead to make an appointment.

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    431 N 7th Ave
    Scranton, PA 18704
    (570) 496-0296

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation.

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    Luzerne & Wyoming Counties Area Agency on Aging

    Participants are required to be over the age of 60.

    The Area Agency on Aging provides services and programs to older adults in Luzerne and Wyoming Counties. The AAA offers employment training and placement, nursing services, active adult center activities (including financial literacy and wellness groups, meals, and social activities), transportation services, caregiver support, volunteer opportunities, health insurance counseling, and more. Please note that these services are offered in multiple locations throughout Luzerne and Wyoming Counties.

    Click here for website

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    Luzerne-Wyoming Counties - Mental Health and Developmental Services

    Luzerne-Wyoming Counties Mental Health and Developmental Services offers services for individuals with mental health conditions and intellectual disabilities. Mental health services include administrative management, case management services, employment services, crisis and emergency services, inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and therapy services, family-based services, and transportation services. Developmental services include counseling, housing assistance, education support services, nursing services, supported employment, and transportations services. Please note that services are offered at multiple locations in both Luzerne and Wyoming counties and an individual may have to travel to Luzerne County receive services. Please call for more information.

    Click here for website

    Contact

    111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Ste. 200
    Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
    (570) 825-9441

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation.

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  • Senior Services

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    Luzerne & Wyoming Counties Area Agency on Aging

    Participants are required to be over the age of 60.

    The Area Agency on Aging provides services and programs to older adults in Luzerne and Wyoming Counties. The AAA offers employment training and placement, nursing services, active adult center activities (including financial literacy and wellness groups, meals, and social activities), transportation services, caregiver support, volunteer opportunities, health insurance counseling, and more. Please note that these services are offered in multiple locations throughout Luzerne and Wyoming Counties.

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  • Case Management

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    Luzerne-Wyoming Counties - Mental Health and Developmental Services

    Luzerne-Wyoming Counties Mental Health and Developmental Services offers services for individuals with mental health conditions and intellectual disabilities. Mental health services include administrative management, case management services, employment services, crisis and emergency services, inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and therapy services, family-based services, and transportation services. Developmental services include counseling, housing assistance, education support services, nursing services, supported employment, and transportations services. Please note that services are offered at multiple locations in both Luzerne and Wyoming counties and an individual may have to travel to Luzerne County receive services. Please call for more information.

    Click here for website

    Contact

    111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Ste. 200
    Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
    (570) 825-9441

    Please call ahead to find out about hours of operation.

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    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS): Homeless Assistance Program

    Pennsylvania DHS's Homeless Assistance Program is a government program which assists individuals who are currently homeless or at risk of eviction. Services include case management, rental assistance, emergency shelter services, and more. Please visit the website to find your local office.

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  • Physical Health

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    PA Law Project

    The PA Health Law Project works to ensure everyone has access to health care. Outside of advocating for the right to health care, the Law Project provides free legal services to any low-income resident of Pennsylvania having difficulty accessing publicly funded health care, whose health care has been terminated or reduced, or who have been denied Medicare (or similar health care programming). Additionally, the Law Project helps eligible residents apply for Medicare, responds to issues of denial of service (i.e. for prescriptions), and anyone struggling with their health care costs. The only requirement is income related, otherwise, the program is nondiscriminatory - there is a helpline which can be utilized for base information by anyone, regardless of income. If you're in need of assistance, or have a question take advantage of the helpline by dialing: 1-800-274-3258

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    Rural Health Corporation of Northeastern Pennsylvania - Exeter Township Health Center

    The Exeter Township Health Center provides medical care for children and adults. Most commercial insurances, Medical Assistance, and Medicare are accepted; uninsured or underinsured patients are eligible for to pay for services on a sliding scale. They have multiple locations, so please look online or call to find out which office is nearest to you.

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    2795 Sullivan Trail
    Falls, PA 18615
    (570) 704-4117

    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday; 8:30am-4:30pm. Thursday; 8:30am-6:00pm.

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  • Identification Documents

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    PennDOT Locations Info Center

    If you are looking to obtain a state-issued photo ID, you can use the attached PDF to find the nearest PennDOT location, its hours of operation, and what materials are required in order to obtain photo ID. Please refer to the attached document for more information on how to search PennDOT’s website.

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    Print Results For Identification Documents

  • Voter Registration

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    Print Results For Voter Registration