Developmental Disabilities Family Support

As part of its mission to promote the healthy development of young children, we offer numerous programs aimed at strengthening families; improving the quality of early childhood care and learning experiences; and increasing school and community readiness, while also helping to inform public policy. Services offered include: -assisting families in finding child care that fits their unique needs, -running the SPARK kindergarten readiness program, -leading professional development for early childhood educators and child care providers, -providing a wide variety of parenting courses, -distributing safety items and other supports to those who qualify, -serving as a site for supervised visitation, - connecting individuals to other helpful community resources, and more! Call today or visit our website to learn more. Better yet, stop by our Canton location to tour our children's library, production lab, and free indoor and outdoor play spaces! Regular hours of operation: Monday/Wednesday 8am-4:30pm; Tuesday/Thursday 8am-8pm; Friday 8am-4pm Seasonal hours (December 1 - March 31): Tuesday/Thursday 8am-8pm

Home Visiting is a voluntary, home-based program offered at no cost to your family. Our home visitors are well-trained professionals who use a compassionate approach that offers information and support during pregnancy, and empowers you as the parent with skills, tools, and confidence to nurture the healthy growth of your child through the earliest years – a critical time of development.

CommQuesr is a nonprofit that provides mental health, addiction, and social services. CommQuest offers addiction serves such as:

• Withdrawal management
• Residential care
• Outpatient care
• Medication-assisted treatment
• Mom + Me recovery
• Recovery meetings
• Family support and education

CommQuest offers mental health services such as:

• Counseling
• Psychiatric services
• Community psychiatric support services
• Services for survivors of sexual violence
• School-based mental health
• Supported employment

CommQuest social support services:

• Family Living Center
• Canton Friendship Center
• Samaritan's Table
• Next Level – Education | Employment | Advancement
• Payee Center

CommQuest Learning and Development Services

• Corporate learning and development
• Professional workshops and seminars
• Mental health provider learning and development

• CommQuest Outpatient - Building A 601 Cleveland Ave. NW Canton, Ohio 44702 Building A Services - 330-453-8252 General Line - 330-455-0374 Payee - 330-453-4275 Site hours Mon-Thurs: 7:30am-7pm, Fri: 7:30am-1pm Dosing: Mon-Fri 6am-7am & 8am-10am, Sat: 6am-7am OTP Clinic: Mon-Thurs 7am-3pm, Fri: 7am-1pm Urine Drug Screen: Mon-Thurs 6am-1:30pm, Fri 6am-12:30pm Walk-In Assessment Hours Mon: 8:30am-1:30pm, Tues: 8:30am-3:30pm, Wed: 9:30am-3:30pm, Thurs: 9:30am-3:30pm, Fri: 8:30am-9:30am Payee Center Hours Mondays & Wednesdays 9am-12pm Phone hours Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10am-2pm
• CommQuest Outpatient - Building B 625 Cleveland Ave. NW Canton, Ohio 44702 330-445-2677 Site hours Mon: 8am-6pm, Tues: 8am-6pm, Wed: 8am-7pm, Thurs: 8am-6pm, Fri: 8am-1pm
• Deliverance House 1711 Spring Ave. NE Canton, Ohio 44714 330-454-6800
• Canton Friendship Center 2200 Cleveland Ave. NW Canton, Ohio 44709 330-453-8776 Site hours Mon-Fri 9am-3pm
• Samaritans Table 627 McKinley Ave. NW Canton, Ohio 44703 330-454-8044

Support, advocacy, education and resources for families of children with Down syndrome.

Home Visiting is a voluntary, home-based program offered at no cost to your family. Our home visitors are well-trained professionals who use a compassionate approach that offers information and support during pregnancy, and empowers you as the parent with skills, tools, and confidence to nurture the healthy growth of your child through the earliest years – a critical time of development.

Offers support groups for those impacted by mental illness, family members and natural supports. They are free to attend and no registration is required. Find updated Zoom links. All groups meet virtually.

• Tuesday Peer Support Group (Adults with Mental Illness): 7:00 PM – Group meets weekly Tuesday
• Friday Peer Support Group (Adults with Mental Illness): 7:00 PM – Group meets weekly Friday
• Sunday Night Support Group (Peers and Family Members): 7:00 PM – Group meets weekly Sunday
• Monday Family Support Group (Family Members) No Group July – August: 7:00 PM – Groups meets weekly Monday
• Wednesday Let’s Talk Support Group (Family Members and Peers with Mental Illness/Substance Abuse) No Group July – August: 7:00 PM – Group meets weekly Wednesday

 

Helping individuals who are blind and sightless to remain independent and engaged in the Stark County community.

Bringing people with developmental disabilities together to set the stage for an active and social life.

As part of its mission to promote the healthy development of young children, we offer numerous programs aimed at strengthening families; improving the quality of early childhood care and learning experiences; and increasing school and community readiness, while also helping to inform public policy. Services offered include: -assisting families in finding child care that fits their unique needs, -running the SPARK kindergarten readiness program, -leading professional development for early childhood educators and child care providers, -providing a wide variety of parenting courses, -distributing safety items and other supports to those who qualify, -serving as a site for supervised visitation, - connecting individuals to other helpful community resources, and more! Call today or visit our website to learn more. Better yet, stop by our Canton location to tour our children's library, production lab, and free indoor and outdoor play spaces! Regular hours of operation: Monday/Wednesday 8am-4:30pm; Tuesday/Thursday 8am-8pm; Friday 8am-4pm Seasonal hours (December 1 - March 31): Tuesday/Thursday 8am-8pm

Early child care services for children whose parents are working to further their educations.

Social, recreational and educational opportunities for people with mental illnesses and developmental disabilities.

Infant and toddler care for families in North Canton.

A significant program provider of services, working with a commitment and creativity to promote self-sufficiency among low-income persons. Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

• Emergency HEAP Appointment Line: 330-617-1055
• Short term help for heating and cooling costs
• Income payment plan program
• Fans/air conditioners

Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP)

• Repairs/replacement - furnace and hot water tank
• Insulation
• Energy Audits

Head Start & Early Head Start

• Fully and half-day classes
• Home-based Early Head Start services for children birth to three (3) years of age
• Social and Health Services
• Parental Involvement/Family Engagement

Community Action Pathways Hub

• Reducing barriers that can prevent health pregnancies and babies
• Community connections leading to self sufficiency

Community Services and Outreach

• Goals Assets Investment Network (GAIN)
  • Asset building/financial literacy program)
• Senior Programs (i.e. nutrition)
• Housing (rental and mortgage) Assistance

Youth Enrichment

• Youth Enrichment and Academic Program
• Financial Aid Boot Camp
• WIOA Employment
• Summer Employment

 

The Stark County Probate Court is responsible for duties such as:

• Administration of decedent's estates
• Consent for medical treatment
• Appointment of legal guardians
• Supervision of property
• Records (marriage licenses, birth certificates, adoptions, etc.)
• And more

Akron Children's Hospital provides pediatric primary care in North Canton, Ohio. The North Canton office offers a range of pediatric care services designed to meet the healthcare needs of children and teens. Pediatric health provider for children in Stark County. Care and services include:

• Primary care
• Home care
• Surgical services
• Clinical services
• Financial services

Collaborates with public health partners through Nursing Programs and Environmental Health Programs to protect Alliance residents. Nursing Programs:

• Immunizations
• WIC Supplemental Food Program
• Sexually Transmitted Infections Clinic
• Tuberculosis Skin Testing
• HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing
• Children with Medical Handicaps
• Cribs for Kids
• Car Seat Installation/Inspection Station
• Newborn Home Visitation Program
• Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
• Medicaid Enrollment Assistance
• SWAP (harm reduction program)
• Project Dawn (Naloxone program)

Environmental Health Programs

• Smokefree Workplace Program
• Food Safety
• Rabies Control
• School Safety
• Swimming Pools
• Lead Poisoning in Children
• Nuisances
• Housing
• Plumbing
• Mosquito Control

We help communities in Northern Ohio prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies. We are able to make a difference in our local communities because of the generosity of our donors and support of our volunteers. Together, we provide the following programs and services:

• Disaster Services
• Volunteer Services
• Blood Donation Services
• Lifesaving Skills Training
• Military or Veterans Assistance (mental health counseling, emergency assistance and job services)
• Home Fire Campaign

Aultman-affiliated office providing internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecological care.

Helping to prevent the spread of disease, promote healthy practices and protect the health of Canton City residents.

• Programs: 
  • Request Narcan Kit via mail by submitting form here.
  • WIC
    • Effective March 16, Canton City WIC services are by APPOINTMENT ONLY. Click here for details. **At this time, infants and children do not need to be present in our office when staff issue food benefits to your WIC Card.*
    • Temporary Location: 128 Wertz Ave. NW, Suite B, Canton, OH 44708
  • Nursing Division 
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Clinic
    • Childhood Immunization Clinic
    • International Travel Clinic
  • THRIVE
    • Pregnant? Caring for a child under age 1? Stark County THRIVE Community Health Workers can help you connect to local services and items to keep you, your baby, and family healthy! Stark County THRIVE is still accepting clients. If you are pregnant or have a child under age 1, please fill out our online THRIVE Referral Form. You will be contacted by a Community Health Worker who will assist you with connections to services that meet your specific needs. All face-to-face visits will resume once the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.
  • Project SWAP
    • Helping to curb the spread of HIV, hepatitis C and other blood-borne infections. More information here.
    • NEW Location: 832 McKinley Ave. NW, Suite B, Canton, OH 44703
  • Vital Statistics
    • Our lobby is open to walk-in customers. Hours of operation are 8:00AM - 4:30PM Monday through Friday. Closed weekends, official holidays and other posted times.

Lifecare Family Health & Dental Center provides affordable, accessible and comprehensive health care services to residents of Canton, Massillon and surrounding Stark County, Ohio communities.

• Medical Care
• Dental Care
• Behavioral Health
• Children's Care
• Women's Health
• Vision Care

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, dentists, optometrists, certified nurse practitioners, counselors and healthcare professionals provides services at three locations. LifeCare Family Health & Dental Center (Massillon): 830 Amherst Road NE, Massillon Ohio 44646

The Massillon Health Department aims to promote and protect the health and wellness of the Massillon community. They are responsible for environmental health, nursing services, outreach, vital statistics, and WIC services. Some of their other services and programs include:

• Preventing communicable diseases
• Reducing pollution
• Health education programs
• Pest control
• WIC: Nutrition education program that provides nutritious foods that promote good health for pregnant women, women who just had a baby, breastfeeding moms and infants and children up to age five (5)
• Pop-up food pantry: On the third Tuesday of each month from 12-2pm

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.

Planned Parenthood in Canton, Ohio, provides high-quality, affordable healthcare and educational services. Planned Parenthood focuses on high-quality healthcare services, and educational services:

• Birth control and emergency contraception
• LGBTQ+ services
• Sexual and reproductive health
• STD and STI testing and treatment
• Vaccines
• Wellness and preventive care
• Prescriptions
• Walk-in care

Our mission is to assess, protect, promote, and improve the health of Stark County through leadership, quality service, and community partnerships. Serves the public health needs of more than 250,000 people in Stark County:

• • Emergency preparedness
  • Environmental health
  • Overdose Prevention
  • Car Seat Inspections
  • Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) testing and treatment
  • WIC - special supplemental nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children
  • Naloxone kits at the Stark County Health Department are available by appointment. If interested, please call (330) 493-9928.
  • Adult & Children Immunizations
  • Cribs For Kids And Safe Sleep Programs

 

Mental and behavioral health services for children and families, as well as trauma and grief-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and SITCAP services to reduce risk and increase childhood resiliency, including:

• Case management
• Diagnostic mental health assessments
• Medication management

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

CommQuesr is a nonprofit that provides mental health, addiction, and social services. CommQuest offers addiction serves such as:

• Withdrawal management
• Residential care
• Outpatient care
• Medication-assisted treatment
• Mom + Me recovery
• Recovery meetings
• Family support and education

CommQuest offers mental health services such as:

• Counseling
• Psychiatric services
• Community psychiatric support services
• Services for survivors of sexual violence
• School-based mental health
• Supported employment

CommQuest social support services:

• Family Living Center
• Canton Friendship Center
• Samaritan's Table
• Next Level – Education | Employment | Advancement
• Payee Center

CommQuest Learning and Development Services

• Corporate learning and development
• Professional workshops and seminars
• Mental health provider learning and development

• CommQuest Outpatient - Building A 601 Cleveland Ave. NW Canton, Ohio 44702 Building A Services - 330-453-8252 General Line - 330-455-0374 Payee - 330-453-4275 Site hours Mon-Thurs: 7:30am-7pm, Fri: 7:30am-1pm Dosing: Mon-Fri 6am-7am & 8am-10am, Sat: 6am-7am OTP Clinic: Mon-Thurs 7am-3pm, Fri: 7am-1pm Urine Drug Screen: Mon-Thurs 6am-1:30pm, Fri 6am-12:30pm Walk-In Assessment Hours Mon: 8:30am-1:30pm, Tues: 8:30am-3:30pm, Wed: 9:30am-3:30pm, Thurs: 9:30am-3:30pm, Fri: 8:30am-9:30am Payee Center Hours Mondays & Wednesdays 9am-12pm Phone hours Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10am-2pm
• CommQuest Outpatient - Building B 625 Cleveland Ave. NW Canton, Ohio 44702 330-445-2677 Site hours Mon: 8am-6pm, Tues: 8am-6pm, Wed: 8am-7pm, Thurs: 8am-6pm, Fri: 8am-1pm
• Deliverance House 1711 Spring Ave. NE Canton, Ohio 44714 330-454-6800
• Canton Friendship Center 2200 Cleveland Ave. NW Canton, Ohio 44709 330-453-8776 Site hours Mon-Fri 9am-3pm
• Samaritans Table 627 McKinley Ave. NW Canton, Ohio 44703 330-454-8044

Providing counseling, support, advocacy, and education with a focus on prevention and treatment in the home, community, office, or telehealth. Additional Program: The Prevent Relapse Occurrence Team with Enhanced Case management and Treatment (Protect) works with juveniles who have shown sexual behavior problems who are not incarcerated or are returning to the community following separation. PROTECT services are designed to work specifically with individuals who have been identified as participating in “sexting” behavior or other minor-related sexual behavioral issues.

Helping to maximize the potential of individuals with disabilities to become independent, well-rounded, self-confident individuals through:

• Equine activities
• Recreational programs
• Social services
• Vocational support

Help children and families realize the possibilities of their lives through foster care, adoption, and mental health. A nonprofit organization serving 14 Northeast Ohio Counties. Pathway's licensed mental health therapists and clinical social workers can assist children, families, and individuals experiencing a wide range of difficulties. These can include depression and anxiety, behavioral issues, ADHD, social and peer relationships, trauma, grief or loss, and stresses related to everyday life. Pathway is committed to forming an individualized plan that may include individual or group therapy, family empowerment support, or case management in an effort to bring about positive change and growth. Pathway provides:

• Transitional age services
• Individual or group therapy
• Family empowerment support
• Case management

Provides outpatient psychiatric, counseling, and case management services to children, adolescents, and adults regarding 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.

Coordinates help for children and families between the hundreds of child and family service organizations that specialize in specific needs across Stark County. Each of these organizations focus on single issues, such as mental health, developmental disabilities, education, substance abuse, child welfare, juvenile justice, etcetera. While each agency functions independently, many of them are serving the same families and deal with similar issues. The Stark County Family Council was created to open dialogue among service organizations and the families they care for to stimulate a broader awareness of important child and family issues. Working together, we develop, implement and evaluate coordinated responses to these issues. In addition, the Family Council provides a public forum for families, organizations and community members to meet on a regular basis to share information, highlight community activities and coordinate planning and program efforts.

Funding for mental health and addiction prevention, treatment and recovery support services.

The Canton Social Security office provides residents with services and information on social security benefits. Learn about what benefits you may be eligible for, get new or replacement cards, update your personal information, and more.

Changes are underway. Please go to the JFS website for the most up-to-date information.

Stark County Job & Family Services supports the community by protecting, stabilizing, and strengthening individuals and families. Report child abuse: 330-455-KIDS / 1-800-233-5437

• 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.
• Subsidized Employment Program (SEP) - Supports local employers by offsetting the costs of hiring and training new employees.
• Foster care & adoption
• Kinship care
• Child support services
• Project KARE
• Healthy Start - Medicaid-funded program providing basic medical coverage for pregnant women and children up to 19 years old.
• PRC Plan - providing short-term assistance to address an emergent need and help families retain and maintain employment.