Basic Needs Information & Referrals

Looking for help, but not sure where to turn? At Stark Help Central, we have a vision for the future of Stark County where every child, parent, friend and neighbor has the resources to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. Find local organizations dedicated to lifting up local families in times of need.

Basic Needs Resources

Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank (Canton)

Keith D. Monda Family Food Pantry The Foodbank is proud to serve the community with a food pantry in the Stark County Campus. Community members in need will have regular access to fresh fruits and vegetables, shelf-stable pantry items, bread and dairy products. Order Ahead: Monday from 1pm-3pm Visit orderahead.org between Friday at 2pm and Monday at 9am to place your order in advance. Also open every Tuesday from 9am-3pm, every Wednesday from 1pm-6pm and the 2nd Saturday of each month from 9am-11am
1365 Cherry Ave. NE
Canton, OH 44714
Phone: (330) 535-6900

Catholic Charities

Emergency rent and utility assistance for Stark County residents: call Monday - Friday between 9 and 10 a.m. Through tangible assistance and other essential services, Catholic Charities affirms human dignity, meets basic human needs, strengthens families, builds communities, and empowers others to transform their lives. Basic Needs Assistance
  • utilities, rent, mortgage, food pantry, Community Cupboard, birth certificates & photo ID's, transportation
First Step Family Support
  • infant supplies (partnered with Heart of Ohio Diaper Bank), case management, parenting support/education
Adult Day Services "Next Step" Ministries:
  • Project ASSISI - Case management
  • Stark Pathways to Success - seeks to assist Stark County residents who are pursuing higher education while dealing with challenging life circumstances
800 Market Ave. N
Suite 1150
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 491-0896
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Canton For All People

Canton for All People is a Community Development Corporation formed by Crossroads United Methodist Church in in partnership with the Lemmon and DeHoff family foundations to bring quality housing and opportunities for all people to downtown Canton. Canton for All People was formed to help the church address two of its primary focus areas (1) Overcoming Poverty Together (2) Seeking Health and Wholeness for All.
  • Shorb Home Repair (assist homeowners with exterior repairs)
  • Affordable Housing & Rental
  • Free Video Doorbell Program
  • Canton Kids! Summer Program
120 Cleveland Ave SW
Canton, OH 44702
Main Line: 330-455-0153
Main Line: 330-455-0153
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9am-4pm

COMPASS Rape Crisis

24/7 Confidential Hotline: 330-452-1111 Mental health, counseling, and case management services for all survivors of rape and sexual assault Confidential Hotline Hospital Advocacy Justice System Advocacy
408 9th St. SW
Canton, OH 44707
24/7 Phone: (330) 452-1111
24/7 Phone: (330) 452-1111
Hours: 24/7

Direction Home Akron Canton: Aging and Disability Resource Center

Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities (Direction Home Akron Canton) is a private, non-profit organization that helps older adults and people with disabilities thrive in the places they want to call home.
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center - Provides professional, one-on-one consultations to access to information on in-home care and community resources.
    • Meal Sites/Senior Centers
    • Assisted Living Waiver
    • Care Coordination
    • Ohio Home Care Waiver
    • PASSPORT
    • Acute Care Transitions
    • And More
Call 1-877-770-5558 or click here to learn more.
1550 Corporate Woods Parkway
Uniontown, OH 44685
877: 770-5558
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Domestic Violence Project, Inc. (DVPI)

24-hour Crisis Hotline: 330-453-SAFE (7233) Provides emergency shelter and support services to victims of domestic violence in Stark County and surrounding communities
  • Emergency Protective Shelter
  • Outreach and Aftercare
  • Legal Advocacy
  • Transitional Housing
  • Medical Advocacy
  • Peer Support
 
Hotline: 330-453-SAFE (7233)

Stark County Community Action Agency

Emergency HEAP Appointment Line: 330-617-1055 Summer & Winter Crisis PIPP Offers employment services, financial support and career counseling to the Stark County community. Head Start HEAP HWAP (Home Weatherization) Community Action Pathways HUB Work Force Development
1366 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44714
Phone: (330) 454-1676
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Salvation Army of Alliance

Serving the Alliance community: Hot meal program Food pantries Clothing Shelters Rent assistance Utility assistance Programs for adults and youth
57 West Main St.
Alliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 823-5188
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Salvation Army of Canton

Serving the Canton community: Hot meal program Food pantries Clothing Shelters Rent assistance Utility assistance Programs for adults and youth 2023 Christmas Sign-Ups begin October!   The Salvation Army Canton Citadel will take the first 30 Christmas phone applications from 1pm-3pm on the following date: October 4th-6th October 11th-13th October 18th-20th October 25th-27th Please call to apply 330-453-0158  
420 Market Ave. S
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 453-0158
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Stark County Board of Developmental Disabilities

MUI Hotline: 330-477-4477 - If you believe a person with disabilities is at reasonable risk for harm Funds and services to support the health, safety and education of people with developmental disabilities including: Transportation Self Advocacy Respite Care
2950 Whipple Ave. NW
Canton, OH 44708
Phone: (330) 477-5200
Intake: (330) 479-3582

Salvation Army of Massillon

Serving the Massillon community: Hot meal program Food pantries Clothing Shelters Rent assistance Utility assistance Programs for adults and youth
315 6th St. NE
Massillon, OH 44646
Phone: (330) 833-6473
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Stark County Community Action Agency

Emergency HEAP Appointment Line: 330-617-1055 Summer & Winter Crisis PIPP Offers employment services, financial support and career counseling to the Stark County community. Head Start HEAP HWAP (Home Weatherization) Community Action Pathways HUB Work Force Development
1366 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44714
Phone: (330) 454-1676
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Stark County Homeless Hotline

24/7 Hotline: 330-452-4363 For referrals to free community shelters and other local housing programs. Please allow enough phone time for specialists to conduct an initial assessment review to find information and programs that work best for your needs. The homeless hotline number is a part of Stark County Mental Health & Addiction Recovery.
24/7 Hotline: (330) 452-4363
24/7 Hotline: (330) 452-4363
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Stark County Hunger Task Force

Network of more than 30 food pantries throughout Stark County Emergency food pantry at the Goodwill Community Campus 408 9th St SW Canton, OH 44707 Monday: 9:15am - 2:25pm Wednesday: 9:15am - 3:35pm Friday: 9:15am - 1:35pm
408 9th St. SW
Suite 1637
Canton, OH 44707
Phone: (330) 455-6667
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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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