ACCESS Shelter and Housing
230 W. Market Street
Akron, OH 44303
Phone: (330) 615-0577
Description:
ACCESS is dedicated to addressing the plight of the homeless women and children in the community. The agency encourages the development of self-esteem and the attainment of self-sufficiency.
Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority (AMHA)
100 W. Cedar Street
Akron, OH 44307
Phone: (330) 762-9631
Description:
AMHA provides quality, affordable housing as a platform to develop people, property and community.
Akron Summit Community Action Agency, Inc.
55 E. Mill Street
P.O. Box 2000
Akron, OH 44309
Phone: (330) 376-7730
Description:
Committed to reducing poverty and helping people help themselves in achieving self-sufficiency. Providing a wide range of assistance programs, we are here to help make everyone’s life better.
All-Star Training Club – A UDS Program
701 S. Main Street
Akron, OH 44311-1019
Phone: (330) 762-9755
Description:
(ATC) is sanctioned Special Olympics organization and is the only program in a five-county area that offers such a unique approach to athletics where everyone is given an opportunity to become a rising star. Check their website for current safety guidelines.
American Red Cross serving Greater Akron and Mahoning Valley
501 W. Market Street
Akron, OH 44303
Phone: (330) 535-6131
Description:
The Red Cross provides compassionate care to those in need.
The Arc of Ohio
2717 S. Arlington Rd., Suite E
Akron, OH 44312
Phone (234) 571-5689
Phone (614) 487-4720 (Ohio)
Description:
The mission of the Arc of Ohio is to advocate for human rights, personal dignity and community participation of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, through legislative and social action, information and education, local chapter support and family involvement.
Ardmore, Inc.
981 E. Market St.
Akron, OH 44305
Phone: (330) 535-2601
Description:
Ardmore provides: congregate homes, shared living, community services, Adult Day Hab, employment services, advocacy, and community connections.
ASPIES Greater Akron
2101 Bigelow Street
Akron, OH 44314
Phone: (330) 745-5115
Description:
An all-volunteer group dedicated to those on high-functioning end of the Autism Spectrum.
Autism Society of Greater Akron
580 Grant Street
Akron, OH 44311
Phone: 330 940-1441
Description:
Nation's oldest and largest grassroots autism organization committed to improving the lives of those affected by autism.
Axesspointe Community Health Center
1400 S. Arlington St.
Akron, OH 44306
Phone: (888) 975-9188
Description:
Services available: Behavioral Health, Dental, Pharmacy, and Women's Health. Serving Portage and Summit Counties. They accept Medicaid and Medicare. Axesspointe Health Centers are located in Barberton, Kent, and two centers in Akron.
Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Summit, Medina and Stark Counties
Summit - 50 South Main Street, Akron, OH 44308 (330) 376-6503
Medina - 2573 Medina Road, Medina, OH 44256 (330) 725-9455
Stark - Goodwill Campus 408 Ninth St., SW, Canton, OH (330) 445-1123
Portage County - 653 Enterprise Parkway, Ravenna, OH 44266 (330) 296-6655
Website: fcsservs.org/program/big-brothers-big-sisters/
Description:
To support children facing adversity with strong, enduring, and professional support.
Blick Center
640 W. Market St.
Akron, OH 44303
Phone: (330) 762-5425
Description:
Serving early childhood, school age, and adult individuals with developmental, behavior, physical, and mental health conditions. Now specializing in mental health and drug alcohol addiction treatment for older adults.
Boys and Girls Clubs of the Western Reserve
889 Jonathan Ave.
Akron, OH 44306
Phone: (330) 773-3375
Description:
They are committed to changing kids' lives by providing them with a safe place to belong after school where dedicated staff members and caring volunteers are ready with a smile and encouraging hand...
Brain Injury Association of Ohio
P.O. Box 21325
Columbus, OH 43221
Brain Injury of Ohio (614) 481-7100
(800) 444-6443 (Toll-free in Ohio)
Description:
BIAOH has been working with people of Ohio for over 30 years to provide assistance and support in the cause of brain injury, prevention, treatment, research, education, and advocacy.
Catholic Charities Community Services Summit County
Summit County
812 Biruta St.
Akron, OH 44307
Phone: (330) 762-2961
Medina County
4210 N. Jefferson Street
Medina, OH 44256
Phone: (330) 723-9615
Description:
Catholic Charities Community Services of Summit County and Medina County offer Mental Health, Child Care and Education, Disability Services and Ministries, Emergency Assistance Services, Families and Children, Older Adult Services, and Prevention. Check their website for their list of services.
CHC Addiction Services
725 E. Market Street
Akron, OH 44305
Phone: (330) 434-4141
Description:
CHC helps you conquer addiction through their full-circle approach, prevention, treatment and recovery.
Child Guidance and Family Solutions
Locations located throughout Summit County.
Phone: (330) 762-0591
Description:
Child Guidance and Family Solutions is a medical specialty practice that provides emotional, mental, and behavioral Health Services and programs to children.
Coleman Health Services
5982 Rhodes Road
Kent, OH 44240
Phone: (330) 673-1347
Description:
Coleman is committed to fostering recovery, building independence, and changing destinies of individuals, families, and businesses in our community. Whether you are seeking services for crisis management, mental and behavioral health, adult care, employment or other concerns.
Community Support Services
150 Cross St.
Akron, OH 44311
Phone: (330) 253-9388
Description:
Community Support Services, Inc. is a leader in behavioral healthcare for Summit County and the surrounding region. The agency provides comprehensive, high quality, cost effective treatment, rehabilitation, advocacy and support for recovery, primarily to persons most in need, to enhance the quality of their lives.??
County of Summit ADM Board
1867 W. Market Street, Suite B2
Akron, OH 44313
Phone: (330) 762-3500
Description:
The County of Summit ADM Board is responsible for planning, funding, monitoring and evaluating treatment, prevention and support services for people who experience alcoholism, drug addiction and/or mental illness. The ADM Board does not provide any direct service, but contracts with local agencies to provide quality, affordable services for people at critical times in their lives.
Department of Youth Services – Akron Office
161 S. High Street, Suite 100
Akron, OH 44308
Phone: (330) 643-3040
Description:
Beyond youth in facilities and those on parole, DYS funds and supports 600 community programs throughout the state offering more than 88,000 youth opportunities and services to encourage positive change.
Easter Seals Northern Ohio
155 KenMar Industrial Parkway
Broadview Heights, OH 44147
Phone: (440) 838-0990
Description:
Easter Seals provides exceptional services, education, outreach, and advocacy so that people living with autism and other disabilities can live, learn, work and play in our communities.
Echoing U of Northeast Ohio
Chapel in Green
1800 Raber Road
Uniontown, OH 44685
Phone: (330) 492-8800
Description:
In Northeast Ohio, EchoingU has been welcoming students since 2013, first in Canton, Ohio and now at our new campus in Green, Ohio at the Chapel in Green. We partner with many local businesses and organizations to both welcome guest lecturers and community leaders to speak to our students and to get our students more involved in their local community.
Educational Service Center of Medina County
124 W. Washington Street
Medina, OH 44256
Phone (330) 723-6393
Family & Community Services, Inc.
705 Oakwood, Suite 221
Ravenna, OH 44266
Phone: (330) 297-7027
Description:
Programs include resources for basic needs, community services, health services, family services, and youth services. Their goal is to keep the community informed on program updates and changes as they occur. Please visit their individual program counseling pages for specific information on current services and hours.
Family Child Learning Center
143 Northwest Ave., Building A
Tallmadge, OH 44278
Phone: (330) 633-2055
Description:
Family Child Learning Center is a nationally-recognized research and training program in Tallmadge, Ohio. FCLC includes specialty programs: FCLC Graduate and Undergraduate Training, Early Intervention Hearing Services, and Teach Your Children Well.
Four Cities Educational Compact
524 Broad St.
Wadsworth, OH 44281
Phone: (330) 335-1309
Description:
Four cities comprise: Barberton, Norton, Wadsworth, and Copley. The Mission of the Four Cities Educational Compact is to prepare youths and adults, in an efficient and timely fashion, to make informed career choices and to successfully enter, compete, and advance in a changing work world. They develop occupational, academic, and employment skills.
GAR Foundation
Andrew Jackson House
277 East Mill Street
Akron, OH 44308
Phone: (330) 576-2926
Description:
GAR's mission is to help Akron become smarter, stronger, and more vibrant.
GentleBrook of Hartville Corp. Office
880 Sunnyside SW
Hartville, OH 44632
Phone: (330) 877-7700
Description:
GentleBrook is a not-for-profit organization that provides a variety of programs and services for individuals (youth and older adults) with developmental and intellectual disabilities. These services and supports include residential options, academics, adult day programs, vocational training and recreational programs.
Good Samaritan Hunger Center
PO Box 5753
Akron, OH 44372
Phone: (330) 864-8520
Description:
This long-time hunger relief organization goes on the road, brings its mobile food pantries to people in need. Center is expanding to reach East Akron.
Goodwill Industries of Akron
570 E. Waterloo Road
Akron, OH 44319
Phone: (330) 724-6995
Provides vocational training and prepare for and obtain community employment. Stores located throughout Summit, Medina, and Portage Counties.
Greenleaf Family Center
580 Grant Street
Akron, OH 44311
Phone: (330) 376-9494
Description:
Greenleaf is a non-profit organization that strengthens families in our community through counseling, education and support. They offer Anger Management, Counseling, Services for the Deaf, and Youth Programs.
Hattie Larlham Foundation, Executive Office and Foundation
9772 Diagonal Road
Mantua, OH 44255
Phone: (800) 233-8611
Description:
Hattie Larlham enhances the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through our commitment to comfort, joy and achievement
Help Me Grow
Medina
232 Northland Drive.
Medina, OH 44256
Phone: (330) 616-3322
Portage
705 Oakwood Street
Ravenna, OH 44266
Phone: (330) 298-4545
Summit County Public Health
1867 West Market Street
Akron, OH 44313
Phone: (330) 923-4891
Description: Help Me Grow is Ohio’s evidenced-based parent support program that encourages early prenatal and well-baby care, as well as parenting education to promote the comprehensive health and development of children. Help Me Grow System includes Central Intake, Help Me Grow Home Visiting and Help me Grow Early Intervention.
Hiram College
11715 Garfield Road
Hiram, OH 44234
Phone: (330) 569-5169
Humility of Mary Housing
2251 Front Street, #210
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Phone: (234) 525-6400
Description:
Humility of Mary Housing promotes and strengthens the self-sufficiency of individuals and families, especially the poor, through advocacy, supportive services and quality housing.
INFO Line
37 N. High Street
Akron, OH 44308
Phone: 2-1-1
(330) 376-6660
(888) 212-5041
Description:
A national program of United Way, 211 helps people throughout our community find local resources when they don't know where to turn for help.
Junior Achievement of North Central Ohio
4353 Executive Circle N.W.
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 434-1875
Description:
JA's unique delivery system provides training, materials, and support necessary to bolster the changes for study success. The impact is measurable, too. Students who participate in Junior Achievement programs demonstrate a significant understanding of economics and business concepts.
Kent State University
800 E. Summit Street
Kent, Ohio 44240
Phone: (33)0 672-3000
Kent State University/Center for Innovation in Transition and Employment
800 E. Summit Street
PO Box 5190
Kent, OH 44242
Description:
The Center provides leadership in the College and Graduate School of Education and across the region for developing successful transition practices which lead to positive outcomes for people with disabilities.
Malone University
2600 Cleveland Ave., N.W.
Canton, OH 44709
Phone: (800) 521-1146
Maplewood Career Center
7075 State Route 88
Ravenna, OH 44266
Phone: (330) 296-2892
Description:
Maplewood Career Center focuses on career and technical education for high school and adult students. The 217,000 square foot vocational facility prepares students for careers, colleges, and certifications in a safe environment with real-world experience.
Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities
4691 Windfall Road
Medina, OH 44256
Phone: (330) 725-7751
Description:
The MCBDD is the community resource for connecting, coordinating, and funding services for 1250 individuals with developmental disabilities.
Medina County Juvenile Probate Court
93 Public Square #104
Medina, OH 44256
Phone: (330) 725-9709
Medina County Public Transit
6094 Wedgewood Road
Medina, OH 44256
Phone: (330) 723-9670
Description:
MCPT works to provide safe, reliable, quality, public transportation services to all residents of Medina County.
Medina Creative Housing, Inc.
1120 N. Huntington Street
Medina, OH 44256
Phone: (330) 591-4434
Description:
Medina Creative Housing (MCH) and its affiliate organization Medina Creative Living (MCL) promote the development and ongoing management of permanent, affordable housing and quality services for persons with disabilities living in Medina County. Our homes enable the individuals with developmental and physical disabilities in Medina County to live independently in an affordable, accessible and safe neighborhood while receiving necessary levels of support for healthy and safety.
Mental Health Recovery Board of Portage County
155 East Main Street
Kent, OH 44240
Phone: (330) 673-1756
Addiction: (330) 678-3006
Crisis Line: (330) 296-3555
Description:
Services help families, adults, teens, and children with mental illnesses, depression, addictions, in crisis, and at risk for suicide.
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
161 S. High Street, Suite 103
Akron, OH 44308
Phone: (330) 643-3080
Description:
Counselors are available at OOD offices throughout the state to assist individuals with disabilities to determine if they are qualified to receive services from OOD. Akron office serves Medina, Portage and Summit Counties.
Packard Institute, Inc.
461 W. Market Street
Akron, OH 44303
Phone: (330) 762-4357
Description:
Integrating the best known and emerging healing practices. We honor all pathways to recovery. Our approach is strength-based and person-centered.
PARTA – Portage Area Regional Transportation Authority
2000 Summit Road
Kent, OH 44240
Phone: (330) 678-1287
Description:
The Portage Area Regional Transportation Authority is committed to providing safe, dependable, courteous and affordable transportation services to help Portage County residents meet their travel needs.
Portage County Board of Developmental Disabilities
2606 Brady Lake Road
Ravenna, OH 44266
Phone: (330) 297-6209
Description:
The Portage County Board of DD exists to connect individuals and families with services they need for health, safety, education and a high-quality life.
Portage County Jobs & Family Services
449 S. Meridian St., 2nd Floor
Ravenna, OH 44266
Phone: (330) 298-3750
Description:
To provide children, adults and families an effective support system to assist in obtaining self-sufficiency and a safe, stable, healthy living environment.
Portage Industries, Inc.
7008 State Route 88
Ravenna, OH 44266
Phone: (330) 296-2839
Description:
The mission of Portage Industries is to support individuals with disabilities by delivering exceptional services that develop and strengthen each person's ability to live, work, socialize and contribute as citizens of their community.
Portage Lakes Career Center
4401 Shriver Road
Uniontown, OH 44685
Phone: (330) 896-8200
Description:
The mission of PLCC is to develop life-long learners and skills, expertise, and knowledge needed for career and college success.
PMHA – Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority
2832 State Route 59
Ravenna, OH 44266
Phone: (330) 297-1489
Description:
Housing programs and support for families, individuals, the disabled, and seniors. Their staff is dedicated to helping you secure housing and meet your needs.
Portage Path Behavioral Health
340 S. Broadway St.
Akron, OH 44308
Phone: (330) 253-3100
Description:
They help people overcome difficult issues that keep them from leading healthy, productive lives.
Red Treehouse
c/o Ronald McDonald House
10415 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106
Phone: (216) 229-5757
Description:
Supporting the well-being of families and children with challenges, disabilities, and health care needs.
REM Ohio (Eastern Regional Office)
470 Portage Lakes Drive #207
Akron, OH 44319
Phone: (888) 644-9730
Description:
The mission of REM Ohio is to offer adults and their families innovative, quality services, and supports or behavior challenges they face.
Salvation Army - The Learning Zone
190 S. Maple Street
Akron, OH 44302
Phone: (330) 762-8177
Description:
The Learning Zone provides meaningful opportunities for learning.
School of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology - University of Akron
The University of Akron
The Audiology & Speech Center
225 S. Main Street, Room 181
Akron, OH 44325
Phone: (330) 972-6035
Description:
The mission of the Audiology and Speech Center is to provide education and training for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the clinical training program and provide diagnostic, management, and treatment services to persons with language, speech, and/or hearing problems. Hours of operation (by appointment only) 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday-Friday.
Sheltercare, Inc.
32 South Avenue
Tallmadge, OH 44278
Phone: (330) 630-5600
Description:
To provide healing, restore hope, and recognize the value of youth and families in crisis through residential and non-residential care.
Six District Educational Compact
33 Milford Road, Suite 1
Hudson, OH 44236
Phone: (330) 655-2247
Description:
They provide career-technical education programs, services, and resources for about 25,000 students.
Social Security Administration
Federal Building
2 South Main Street
2nd Floor
Akron, OH 44308
Phone: (800) 772-1213
Description:
Oversees and administers the Social Security programs for retirement, Medicare, and disability and Supplemental Security.
SHC/The Arc of Medina County
4283 Paradise Road
Seville, OH 44273
Phone: (330) 722-1900
Description:
The SHC, The ARC of Medina County, partners individuals with disabilities and their families to provide a full range of services to assist them in living a quality life in their chosen community.
Stark State College
6200 Frank Ave., N.W.
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 494-6170
Description:
Two-year associate degrees and one-year certificate programs.
State Support Team Region 8
420 Washington Ave.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Phone: (330) 929-6634
Description:
Serves the counties of: Medina, Portage, and Summit. Responsible for the regional delivery of: School Improvement, Secondary Transition, Early Learning, and Special Education Compliance.
Summit County ADM Board
1867 W. Market Street, Suite B2
Akron, OH 44313
Phone: (330) 762-3500
Description:
The county of Summit ADM Board provides a client-centered path to recovery by ensuring treatment, prevention, and support services are available when individuals and families need it in our community.
Summit County Board of DD
Administrative Offices
89 E. Howe Road
Tallmadge, OH 44278
Description:
Helping people of all abilities reach their full potential, one person at a time.
Summit County Children Services
264 South Arlington Street
Akron, OH 44306
Phone: (330) 379-9094
Description:
Protect the abused, neglected, and dependent children of the county and promote their well-being.
Summit County Community Partnership
20 Olive Street
Suite 306
Akron, OH 44310
Phone: (330) 374-0947
Description:
Their mission is to facilitate coalitions of community resources in order to prevent alcohol, drug abuse, and problem gambling in Summit County.
Summit County Department of Job & Family Services
Russel M. Pry Building
1180 S. Main Street, Suite 102
Akron, OH 44301
Phone: (844) 640-6446
Description:
The Summit County Department of Job and Family Services exists to serve the people of Summit County, Ohio, by providing social and career-development services to better the lives of the entire community.
Summit County Juvenile Court
650 Dan Street
Akron, OH 44310
Phone: (330) 643-2900
Description:
"The Summit County Juvenile Court strives to serve the best interests of our children, through outreach, early intervention, community education and innovative programming, while fairly administering justice to all whose lives are impacted by the juvenile justice system."
Summit County Public Health
1867 W. Market Street
Akron, OH 44313
Phone: (330) 923-4891
TTY: (330) 375-2341
Description:
They envision a community where all can achieve optimal health where they live, work and play resulting in healthy places, healthier people, and healthier tomorrows.
Tri-County Independent Living Center, Inc.
520 S. Main Street
Suite 2501
Akron, OH 44304
Phone: (330) 762-0007
Description:
The center serves individuals with disabilities who reside in the Summit, Stark, and Portage counties area. Their mission is to empower citizens with disabilities to be in charge of their lives and participate as members of their communities.
United Disability Services
701 S. Main Street
Akron, OH 44311
Phone: (330) 762-9755
Description:
Their mission is to provide and support inclusive, life-enriching options through person-centered programs and advocacy. At the facility they offer a Toy Center and Low Vision Services on designated days and times.
United Way of Summit and Medina
37 North High Street
Akron, OH 44308
Phone: (330) 762-7601
Website: uwsummit.org
United Way of Portage County
999 E. Main Street, Suite 200
Ravenna, OH 44266
Phone: (330) 297-1424
Description:
United Way fights for health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community.
University of Akron, Clinic for Individual and Family Counseling
27 S. Forge Street, Second Floor
Akron, OH 44325
Phone: (330) 972-6822
Description:
Provide high quality, and affordable mental health services to Greater Akron area. Counseling is provided to individuals of all ages, couples, families, and groups.
Windfall Industries/Medina Co. Sheltered
150 D. Quadral Road
Wadsworth, OH 44281
Phone: (330) 334-4491
Description:
Their mission is to create and maintain a business that provides high quality service and products to customers; while providing comprehensive training, career growth, job placement and other vocational opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
YMCA – Akron Area
50 S. Main Street
Akron, OH 44308
Phone: (330) 376-1335
Description:
Community focused non-profit established in 1844 with recreational programs and services for all ages.
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