Alcoholism & recovery

From partying to binge drinking, teenage alcohol use is a very real concern for many young people in Stark County. Fortunately, there are numerous treatment programs in the area helping peers and parents to develop strategies to overcome teenage alcohol use. If you think you or someone you know may have a drinking problem, reach out today for support.

Signs of alcoholism

Be on the lookout for the following warning signs if you believe someone you know may be struggling with an addiction to alcohol:

  • Drinks to relax, deal with stress or feel normal
  • Experiences blackouts or short-term memory loss
  • Frequent hangovers
  • Hides drinking or drinks alone
  • Irritability and changes in behavior
  • Makes excuses for heavy alcohol consumption
  • Prioritizes alcohol over responsibilities
  • Withdraws from friends and family members

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Questions to ask yourself

Are you concerned you may have a drinking problem? Ask yourself the following questions to determine if it’s time to reach out for help:

  • Do you ever need a drink first thing in the morning to get over a hangover or feel normal?
  • Do you find yourself drinking way more than you planned?
  • Do you go through withdrawal symptoms when you’re not drinking?
  • Do you have alcohol cravings?
  • Do you wish you could cut down on your drinking?
  • Does drinking make you feel guilty or ashamed?
  • Does it upset you when people comment on your drinking?
  • Has drinking caused you to put yourself or others in danger?
  • Has drinking gotten you into trouble?
  • Has drinking made you feel down, anxious or sick?
  • Have you lost interest in activities you once enjoyed?

References

Alliance resources

Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Alliance

Mental and behavioral health services for Alliance children and families.
1207 West State St.
Suite G
Alliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 823-5335

Coleman Health Services - Alliance

Offers comprehensive, whole person treatment to children, adults and families in the communities we serve – regardless of their ability to pay Delivers mental health, substance use, residential, and rehabilitation services Walk-in Clinic: Mon- Fri 11am – 12pm Clinical Services Recovery includes behavioral health, counseling, case management, substance use treatment, walk-in services, psychiatry, and crisis intervention and stabilization Residential Services Housing assistance, group housing, youth transitional services, budget management classes and other programs that help prepare clients for independent living Supportive Services Guardianship and family care, jail liaison support, adult protective services, adult day care services and eldercare case management Employment Services Job matching, assistance with interviewing, securing transportation and more
1410 West State St.
Alliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 823-6932

CommQuest Detox at Aultman Main Campus

The inpatient detox program uses a combination of medication, counseling, and case management services to begin the recovery process. More information

2600 6th St SW
Canton, OH 44710
Phone: (330) 830-3393

CommQuest Alliance

Alliance Outpatient Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, and rape crisis Walk-in Assessment Hours: Monday: 12pm - 2pm Tuesday: 11am - 1pm Wednesday: 9:30am - 10:30am Thursday: 1:30pm - 3:30pm
1207 West State St.
Suites F & M
Alliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 821-8407
Fax: (330) 821-8506
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Phoenix Rising Behavioral Health & Recovery of Alliance

Provides outpatient psychiatric, counseling, and case management services to children, adolescents, and adults Mental health & illness, addictions, dual disorders, behavioral issues, trauma Closed Friday, clients directed to Canton if an emergency or direct care needed Therapy & Counseling Individual Group Couples/Marital Psychiatric Services Doctor (Psychiatrist) Advanced Nurse Practitioners LPNs Case Management Working with adults, adolescents, and children, as well as families in community/natural environments to improve symptom management, coping, and achievement of greater independence
1844 W State St
Alliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 493-4553
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Canton resources

BRIGHT House and Smith House: CommQuest

Residential treatment for adolescent males (Smith House) and females (BRIGHT House).
811 Faircrest St.
Canton, OH 44706
Phone : (330) 639-4408

Canton City Health Department: Project SWAP

Helping to curb the spread of HIV, hepatitis C and other blood-borne infections.
420 Market Ave. N
North Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 489-3231

CHANCE Program

A specialized court program helping individuals involved in felony alcohol and drug-related cases to become contributing members of the Stark County community.
201 Cleveland Ave. SW
Suite 101
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 451-7036

Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Belden Village

Mental and behavioral health services for children and families.
4641 Fulton Dr. NW
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 433-6075

Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Plain Community

Mental and behavioral health services for children and families.
1811 Schneider St. NE
Door 6
Canton, OH 44721
Phone: (330) 470-4061

Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Shipley Office

Mental and behavioral health services for children and families.
919 2nd St. NE
Canton, OH 44704
Phone: (330) 454-7917

Coleman Health Services - Canton

Offers comprehensive, whole person treatment to children, adults and families in the communities we serve – regardless of their ability to pay Delivers mental health, substance use, residential, and rehabilitation services Walk-in Clinic: Mon- Fri 8am – 2pm Clinical Services Recovery includes behavioral health, counseling, case management, substance use treatment, walk-in services, psychiatry, and crisis intervention and stabilization Residential Services Housing assistance, group housing, youth transitional services, budget management classes and other programs that help prepare clients for independent living Supportive Services Guardianship and family care, jail liaison support, adult protective services, adult day care services and eldercare case management Employment Services Job matching, assistance with interviewing, securing transportation and more
400 Tuscarawas St. W
Suite 200
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 438-2400

CommQuest

Provide collaborative care and advocacy for people through three pillars of service: Mental Health, Addiction Recovery, and Social Support. MENTAL HEALTH Mental Health Counseling Psychiatric Services Community Supportive Psychiatric Treatment Intensive Home-Based Treatment School-Based Mental Health Counseling Rape Crisis Program Supportive Employment ADDICTION RECOVERY Detox Addiction Counseling Residential Treatment Mom+Me Recovery Addiction Prevention Driver Intervention Program Medication-Assisted Treatment SOCIAL SUPPORT Next Level Employment Hot Meal Program Homeless Shelter Childhood Resiliency Friendship Center Financial Management Assistance
625 Cleveland Ave. NW
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 455-0374
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

CommQuest Canton

Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, education and employment services, detox, hot meals, social center
  1. Cleveland Ave Outpatient - 625 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44702 Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, and Supported Employment Program Phone: 330-445-2677 Site Hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8:00am - 6:00pm Wednesday: 8:00am - 7:00pm Friday: 8:00am - 1:00pm Walk-In Assessment Hours Monday & Tuesday: 8:30am - 11:30am Wednesday: 12:30pm - 3:30pm Thursday: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
  2. Market Ave Outpatient - 1341 Market Ave N Canton, OH 44714 Medication-assisted treatment, addiction and mental health counseling, Mom + Me program, drug screenings, and Family Support Group Phone: 330-453-8252 Site Hours Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 7:00pm Friday: 7:30am - 1:00pm Dosing Hours Monday - Friday 6:00am - 10:00am Saturday: 6:00am - 7:00am OTP Clinic Hours Monday - Thursday: 7:00am - 3:00pm Friday: 7:00am - 1:00pm Urine Drug Screen Hours Monday - Thursday: 6:00am - 6:30pm Friday: 6:00am - 12:30pm Walk-In Assessment Hours Monday: 10:30am - 2:30pm Tuesday: 9:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday: 8:30am - 2:30pm Thursday: 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday: 8:30am - 9:30am
  3. Detox - 2600 6th St SW Canton, OH 44710 Phone: 330-830-3393 Enrollment Hours Any day 7:00am - 10:00pm Walk-In Assessment Hours Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 7:00pm
  4. Samaritans Table - 627 McKinley Ave NW Canton, OH 44703 Hot meal service Thursdays 11:00am - 1:00pm Phone: 330-454-8044
  5. Canton Friendship & Payee Center - 2200 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44709 Social center, hot meal program, group skills instruction, and financial management assistance Social Center Phone: 330-453-8776 Payee Phone: 330-453-4275
  6. Metropolitan Centre - 601 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44702 Administration, education & employment services, school-based services, marketing, fund development and training Phone: 330-455-0374

Deliverance House: CommQuest

Non-medical residential program for adult women with moderate substance use and mental health needs.
1711 Spring Ave. NE
Canton, OH 44714
Phone: (330) 454-6800

Family Care Counseling Center

A comprehensive mental health center for Stark County and surrounding areas.
1303 W Maple St
#103
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: 330-966-8677

Glenbeigh

Intensive outpatient services and support for loved ones.
4661 Belpar St. NW
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: 1 (800) 234-1001
Local: (330) 492-2600

Hope AFG

Located at Grace United Methodist church on Thursday at 7:00 PM.
1720 Schneider St NW
North Canton, OH 44720

Hope and Happiness AFG

Located at Little Flower Catholic Parish on Wednesday at 10:00 AM. Meets in Varble Hall. (Group ID 11293)
2040 Diamond St NE
Canton, OH 44721

Hope House 4 Women

Provides temporary housing, clothing and support for women in a Christian environment.
2410 12th St. SW
Canton, OH 44710
Phone: (330) 956-5594

HOW To Recover AFG

Located at Trinity United Church of Christ on Monday at 10:00 AM. (Group ID 49950)
3909 Blackburn Rd NW
Canton, OH 44718

The Lenzy Family Institute: Cleveland Ave.

Comprehensive rehabilitation and therapy services for all ages.
3757 Cleveland Ave. NW
Canton, OH 44709
Phone: (330) 956-5936

The Lenzy Family Institute: Fulton Ave.

Health, wellness and rehab services to help bridge the gap to recovery.
1930 Fulton Ave. NW
Suite 103
Canton, OH 44709
Phone: (330) 956-5936

Lifecare Family Health & Dental Center

Behavioral health services and support for adults, children, adolescents, couples and families coping with difficult life events.
2725 Lincoln St. E
Canton, OH 44707
Phone: (330) 454-2000

New Hope AFG

In person at Christ Presbyterian Church and on Zoom. VIA ZOOM: http://ohioafg48.org Thursday 7 pm. (Group ID 10960)
530 W Tuscarawas St
Canton, OH 44708

North Canton Tues Evening AFG

Located at Northminster Presbyterian Church on Tuesday at 7:30 PM &  8:00 PM. Meeting in person and zoom. (Group ID 11295)
237 W Maple St
North Canton, OH 44720

Phoenix Rising Behavioral Health and Recovery Inc.

Provides outpatient psychiatric, counseling, and case management services to children, adolescents, and adults Mental health & illness, addictions, dual disorders, behavioral issues, trauma Therapy & Counseling Individual Group Couples/Marital Psychiatric Services Doctor (Psychiatrist) Advanced Nurse Practitioners LPNs Case Management Working with adults, adolescents, and children, as well as families in community/natural environments to improve symptom management, coping, and achievement of greater independence.
624 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 493-4553
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SAFY of Ohio: Canton/Akron

Community-based support services for Ohio families:
  • Adoption services
  • Behavioral health
  • Family preservation
  • Older youth services
  • Therapeutic foster care
6279 Frank Ave. NW
Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 305-1668

Stark County Family Council

Wraparound services for youth and families who have complex, multi-system needs. Visit their website for more information.
6057 Strip Ave NW
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: 330-492-8136

Stark County Job & Family Services

Report child abuse: 330-455-KIDS / 1-800-233-5437 Partner with our customers, community and other service providers to protect children and vulnerable adults, stabilize and strengthen families, and encourage self-sufficiency and personal responsibility. Cash assistance Food assistance Medicaid & Medical Non-emergency transportation Child care services Work experience program Foster care & adoption Kinship care Child support services
221 3rd St. SE
Canton, OH 44702
Toll free: 1 (888) 698-6893
Toll free: 1 (888) 698-6893
Local: (330) 452-4661
TDD: (330) 451-8879
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Stark County Mental Health & Addiction Recovery

Funding for mental health and addiction prevention, treatment and recovery support services. Visit their website for more information about StarkMHAR.
121 Cleveland Ave. SW
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 455-6644
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Stark County TASC, Inc.

Provides community-based treatment options for juveniles and adults.
624 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 479-1912
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Steps To Recovery Adult Children AFG

Located at Zion United Church of Christ on Saturday at 10: AM & 10:30 AM. Please use alley entrance at rear. (Group ID 43789)
415 S Main St
North Canton, OH 44720

Summa Health Addiction Medicine Intensive Outpatient Program

Comprehensive evaluations and referrals for individuals with mental health and substance use problems.
3730 Whipple Ave. NW
Suite 5
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 491-9215

Summit Psychological Associates: Downtown Canton

Comprehensive mental health and substance use services for prevention, treatment and recovery.
832 McKinley Ave NW
Canton, OH 44703
Phone: 330-493-2554
Fax: (234) 360-3426

Summit Psychological Associates: North Canton

Comprehensive mental health and substance use services for prevention, treatment and recovery.
4450 Belden Village St. NW
Suite 701
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 493-2554
Massillon resources

BrightView Massillon

Addiction treatment center offering medication-assisted treatment, individual therapy, group therapy, social support and case management.
3545 Lincoln Way East
Massillon, OH 44646
Phone: 1-833-510-HELP (4357)
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CommQuest Massillon

Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, family housing, male residential addiction treatment, driver intervention program Massillon Outpatient Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services and case management Walk-In Assessment Hours: Monday: 12:30pm - 2:30pm Tuesday: 11:30am - 1:30pm Wednesday: 10:30am - 12:30pm Thursday: 9:30am - 10:30am Friday: 9:30am - 10:30am Family Living Center Housing for homeless families Phone: 330-452-9807 412 Lincoln Way East Massillon, OH 44646 Massillon Recovery Center Wilson Hall - male residential addiction treatment, continuous care, and Driver Intervention Program Wilson Hall Phone: 330-830-8740 DIP Phone: 330-834-1934 1680 Nave Rd Se Massillon, OH 44646
130 1st St. NW
Massillon, OH 44647
Phone: (330) 833-0234
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Wilson Hall: CommQuest

Non-medical, residential treatment program for adult men with substance use dependencies.
1680 Nave Rd. SE
Massillon, OH 44646
Phone: (330) 830-8740
Hours: Thursdays – 8 p.m.
Information & referrals

United Way of Greater Stark County

Helpful resources

5 Ways to Monitor Your Teen

In order to keep your child safe, it is important to keep an eye on them and look out for warning signs and risky behaviors.

Be on The Lookout – Parents, Youth and Alcohol Abuse

Resources to help parents in Stark County set boundaries and monitor their children for alcohol and substance use.

Child Mind Institute

Find information and resources to help support your child’s safety and sobriety.

Drug-Free Stark County

Join engaged community members who meet to discuss ways to support the needs of our area’s young people. Call (330) 455-6644 for details.

Safe Home

Learn ways to keep your child away from dangerous items in your home, including alcohol, drugs, firearms and more.

Top 8 Reasons Why Kids Try Alcohol & Drugs

To prevent or address your child’s substance use, it is helpful to first understand why they use.

Youth.gov

Data, articles, tools and guides to help support teen substance use prevention, treatment and recovery.