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- Benefits of Digital Wellness and How to Implement Healthy Tech Habits
If you feel mentally tired even after sitting all day, your screen habits may be part of the reason.
Meetings, emails, messages, and project tools can fill the entire day. When work ends, it is common to scroll or stream to unwind.
While technology can enhance both work and play, it can negatively impact your life when overused. According to the American Psychological Association, constant connectivity is linked to higher reported stress levels among adults.
- Telehealth is here!Whether you are new to professional mental health support or have been in treatment before, telethealth is here to help.
- Medical health providers
If you are unsure of where to go for medical issues or don’t have a primary care physician, there are hospitals, medical centers, and urgent care facilities throughout Stark County. They can help you stay in good health, address any concerns or illnesses, or tend to more immediate needs and minor injuries. Affordable resources for medical and mental health services are available near you.
- Health & insurance: young adults
For some young adults who do not receive benefits through their employers, purchasing medical insurance can be a hardship. Yet, it’s vital to secure health care coverage to stay healthy and offset large medical expenses. The Ohio Medicaid program offers those who qualify a way to obtain state-funded medical insurance, which provides coverage for many important health care services at little or no cost to the individual. Learn what Medicaid benefits could mean for you.
- Public Benefits Assistance: Application & Eligibility
Navigating life’s challenges is difficult enough. We’re here to make finding help for basic needs simple. Learn how to apply for cash, food and/or medical assistance and get started today. Cases are processed in the order they are received, so it is important to start the process as soon as possible.
Public assistance applications can take up to 30 days to complete. If you need immediate food, clothing, housing or medical help, please view these other resources:
- Health care supportAll residents should have access to safe and effective health care, regardless of age or income. If you are a teen, young adult or the parent of a young child, affordable, quality care is within your reach. Get the medical, dental, prescription or mental health coverage you need for a happy and healthy tomorrow.
- Hard times: youth & teens
When your family faces a job loss, medical issue or another significant financial setback, you might be shocked, confused and unsure where to turn. Fortunately, there are resources for young people and families who need emergency financial assistance in Stark County.
- Transportation Services
For many Stark County residents, public transportation services are essential for their basic needs, including trips to work and medical appointments. Fortunately, local transportation resources are available to support low-income individuals as well as those with permanent disabilities. Find routes and more information for SARTA here.
- Basic Needs: Childhood
In order to grow up happy and healthy, kids need a roof over their heads, food on the table and access to quality medical care. Unfortunately, this is not a reality for many of Stark County’s youngest residents. Find local organizations connecting children in our community with the basic items they need to thrive. Together, we can help keep our kids safe and supported.
- Transportation: youth & teens
Reliable transportation to school, work and other activities is critical for youth and teens. Without access to consistent transportation, the ability to maintain regular school attendance and employment is limited. Fortunately, there are affordable transportation services that offer easy, convenient access to school and other locations throughout Stark County. For those who qualify, free transportation to medical appointments may also be available.
- Public TransportationBefore you ride, you can view bus schedules and area maps to shopping centers, medical facilities, restaurants, grocery stores, schools, places of employment and other areas of interest. Find a transportation route that can get you to your desired destination.
- Hard times: childhood
When families are dealing with a financial crisis, children are impacted whether we realize it or not. Most everyone in Stark County experiences the practical and emotional impacts of money troubles at one point or another, and it can be helpful to open up an honest dialogue with the entire household about the challenges. Talking about hardships could help children cope and even bring families closer.
Although financial challenges affect everyone, they can still take a major toll when they hit close to home.
- Hard times: early childhood
Young children need proper nutrition and medical care in order to grow, develop and thrive. When a household is in financial crisis, it can have serious, long-term health, social and behavioral implications throughout their lives. Fortunately, families in Stark County are not alone in facing these challenges. There are local agencies dedicated to providing food, clothing, shelter and cash assistance to those who are experiencing hard times.
Even parents who are employed with steady incomes may struggle to make ends meet when they have child.
Sunrise Vista Behavioral Health
At Sunrise Vista, we are capable of providing the medical needs associated with substance abuse disorders in individuals also experiencing mental health related symptoms as long as the individual has a primary mental health diagnosis.
Canton, OH 44714
Margaret B. Shipley Child Health Clinic
The Shipley Clinic has been serving all children regardless of their backgrounds with pediatric care for over 50 years. At the core, we are a pediatric clinic. When you dive in, we wrap our arms around our patients and their families to provide extra care, treatment and love. We serve children from birth to 18 with no geographic boundary.
Canton, OH 44704
My Community Health Center
Primary health care center providing care for all patients regardless of ability to pay.
Canton, OH 44710
CareSource
CareSource offers a team approach to managing care, as well as transportation, 24-hour medical advice line and no copays or premiums.
Buckeye Community Health Plan
Buckeye Community Health Plan offers a 24-hour nurse advice line, care managers for doctor’s visits and transportation to medical appointments and pharmacies. Visit their website for more information.
Access Health Stark County
Free, trusted support for your health and well-being.
Our Community Health Workers are from the community and connect you to healthcare and local resources at no cost to you.
We proudly serve (must live in Stark County):
- Pregnant and maternal women (until baby reaches age one)
- Adults with chronic health conditions
- Children ages 0–8
We can help you access:
- Food assistance
- Clothing
- Housing or rent support
- Diapers
Canton, OH 44707
Refuge of Hope
Providing meals, clothing, and medical care for men, women, and children
Also provides shelter to homeless men – call the Stark County Homeless Hotline 330-452-4363
Canton, OH 44704
Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Alliance
C&A provides mental and behavioral health services for Alliance children and families. These services provided include prevention and consultation services, case management and psychiatric evaluations and medication management at our Alliance office. C&A’s team of child psychiatrists, certified nurse specialist and registered nurses provide a full array of comprehensive, integrates psychiatric services for children and adolescents including the latest psychopharmologic medications.
Alliance, OH 44601
Windsor Medical Center
The Windsor offers respite care as Adult Day Services or Adult Day Care Centers.
North Canton, OH 44720
Alliance City Health Department
Collaborates with public health partners through Nursing Programs and Environmental Health Programs to protect Alliance residents.
Alliance, OH 44601
Stark County Job & Family Services
Report child abuse: 330-455-KIDS / 1-800-233-5437
Stark County Job & Family Services supports the community by protecting, stabilizing, and strengthening individuals and families.
- Cash assistance
- Food assistance
- Medicaid & Medical
- Non-emergency transportation – Transportation to and from Medicaid-qualified appointments, including doctor visits, dental visits, vision appointments and more.
- Child care services
- Work experience program – Program participants are matched with local businesses and organizations in exchange for public assistance benefits.
Canton, OH 44702
Summa Health Green Medical Center
1835 Franks ParkwayUniontown, OH 44685
Mercy Medical Center Dental Services
Specialized dental care for people with autism, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis and other conditions, including an accessible dental chair and fully mobile unit for wheelchair patients.
Canton, OH 44708
Molina Healthcare of Ohio
Molina Healthcare focuses on health, wellness and improving patient outcomes. Visit their website for more information.
Columbus, OH 43231
Safe Place for Newborns: Mercy Medical Center ER
Confidential emergency shelter and medical care within three days of birth.
Canton, OH 44708
The Jesus Spot
Overdose prevention kits containing Naloxone are available at no cost to Stark County residents. Naloxone is a medication that can reverse an overdose caused by an opioid drug (heroin or Rx pain medications). If you know someone using opiates, get a kit and be prepared to save a life.
Canton, OH 44708
North Canton City School District
Career programs offered through the Stark Career Compact:
- Biomedical sciences
- Business management
- Construction tech
- Culinary arts
- Interactive media
- Medical technology
- Pre-engineering
- Teaching professions
- Video production
- Welding
North Canton, OH 44720
Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Belden Village
Mental and behavioral health services for children and families.
- Case management
- Diagnostic mental health assessments
- Medication management
Trauma and grief-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and SITCAP services to reduce risk and increase childhood resiliency:
- Case management
- Diagnostic mental health assessments
- Medication management
Canton, OH 44718
Koala Kruizers
Provides students with safe, reliable transportation to school, extracurricular activities and medical/dental appointments.
North Canton, OH 44720
4KidHelp
Promoting family strength and resiliency throughout Stark County:
- Psychiatry services
- Medication management
Canton, OH 44718
Veteran’s Service Commission of Stark County
Provides VA Benefits Assistance, Financial Assistance, Medical Transportation, and Employment Resources to Stark County Veterans and their families.
Canton, OH 44708
Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation
Payments for medical services and lost wages resulting from injury, occupational illness and/or death during the course of employment.
Suite 200
North Canton, OH 44720
HAVEN Program
Provides medical forensic nursing care to individuals impacted by violence, elder abuse and neglect, domestic violence, human trafficking and sexual assault. Visit the website for more information.
Canton, OH 44708
Bridges
Bridges is a voluntary program for young adults in the foster care system who are ages 18, 19 or 20. It provides guidance and support during the transition to adulthood for individuals who are in school, working or have a qualifying medical condition.
Domestic Violence Project, Inc. (DVPI)
24-hour Crisis Hotline: 330-453-SAFE (7233)
DVPI is a private, non-profit agency dedicated to serving survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, stalking, and dating violence and their children through trauma-informed, confidential, comprehensive services, delivered with respect and cultural sensitivity. Programming includes 24-hour crisis hotline, emergency shelter, housing assistance, peer support, advocacy for survivors of human trafficking, as well as legal and medical support.
Alliance Pregnancy Center
These confidential, cost-free services include:
- Abortion Information
- Adoption Agency Referrals
- Adoption Information
- Maternity & Infant Supplies
- Medical Referrals
- Parenting Education
- Post-Abortion Support
- Pregnancy Options Information
- Pregnancy Tests
- STD/STI Information
- Support for Men
- Ultrasound (Onsite)*
Suite 102
Alliance, OH 44601
Aultman Hospital
The largest hospital in Stark County.
- Emergency Room provides services for individuals with urgent health care concerns. Also a place for parents to safely and legally give their babies up.
- Aultman Serenity Program provides medical forensic nursing care to individuals impacted by violence, including abuse and neglect, domestic violence, human trafficking, or sexual assault.
- Grief support groups
Canton, OH 44710
WellNow Urgent Care – North Canton
WellNow Urgent Care – North Canton provides a range of services for illnesses, injuries, physicals, X-rays and diagnostics. They also provide 24/7 telehealth virtual medical services. Online check-in is available. They accept most insurances and offer competitive pricing for uninsured patients.
WellNow Urgent Care Covid testing is available with next-day results. PCR testing can be done via walk-in or appointment.
North Canton, OH 44720
Glenbeigh
We recognize that a person’s entire life can be affected by substance use and addiction. At Glenbeigh, individuals living with a substance use disorder are not only treated; they are listened to, accepted and understood.
Glenbeigh’s Inpatient Hospital delivers medically necessary diagnostic and rehabilitation treatment services under the care of highly trained, professional staff members.
Canton’s Glenbeigh office offers outpatient services including Assessments, IOP (Intensive Outpatient) and continuing care groups. A family group is also offered.
Canton, OH 44718
Lifecare Family Health & Dental Center
Lifecare Family Health & Dental Center provides affordable, accessible and comprehensive health care services to residents of Canton, Massillon and surrounding Stark County Ohio communities. We are a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), open to persons of all ages regardless of ability to pay and health insurance status. New patients are always welcome. We accept Medicaid, Medicare and most private insurance plans. Reduced rates are available for qualifying uninsured patients. Lifecare’s dedicated team of family physicians,
Canton, OH 44707
Community Action Pathways HUB
Are you or someone you know pregnant and could benefit from being connected to community services and support? If so, then you have the opportunity to take advantage of this program. The HUB utilizes Community Health Workers that assist in decision making during pregnancy. They link you to services in the community that can help you and your baby.
Do you need…
- A ride to your doctor’s appointment?
- Baby items like a crib or diapers?
Crisis Lifeline
24/7 Phone #’s
Call or text: 988
Chat on website: www.988lifeline.org
Or call: 330-452-6000
The new three-digit dialing code, 988 Lifeline, connects callers to the 988 Crisis Lifeline. When you call, text or chat using the 988 Lifeline, you’re connected to trained counselors that are part of the 988 Lifeline network, made up of more than 200 local crisis centers. Counselors are trained to provide emotional support and crisis counseling to people in suicidal crisis,
The Alliance Commons
Alliance Commons is a community center that houses multiple agencies working together to serve the community.
YWCA Career & Fashion Boutique
Hours: MTW 9-5; Th 9-6; F 9-12; 1st and last Saturday of the month 10-1
Challenge Ministries
“Helping individuals address barriers they may face when seeking a job”
Hours by appointment.
Alliance, OH 44601 Learn more
Future Promise
Future Promise, Inc. is a Canton-based 501(c)(3) youth development and family support organization dedicated to empowering at-risk and justice-involved youth, young adults, and families through stabilizing services, skill-building, and community connection. Our mission is to close educational and opportunity gaps by providing safe spaces, structured programming, and access to resources that promote self-sufficiency, confidence, and long-term success.
Future Promise offers a continuum of services designed to meet youth and families where they are,
CommQuest Massillon
Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, family housing, male residential addiction treatment, driver intervention program
CommQuest Canton
Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, education and employment services, hot meals, social center
Beyond the Game
- Provides student-athlete mentorships
- Serves third graders in partner school districts through “Guys With Ties” lunch program, focused on professional behavior and life skills
- Runs free summer sports camps, Mind, Body & Soul camps and other youth-focused events
- Provides high school internships dedicated to marketing and social media experience
Canton, OH 44711