Supporting first-time parents with home visiting services for children up to 3 years old.

A source of advocacy and encouragement for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

A community social center designed to provide safe and friendly peer support for individuals with physical and/or mental disabilities.

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

Supporting first-time parents with home visiting services for children up to 3 years old.

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

Find resources to support the physical, emotional, intellectual and social development of Ohio children and young adults.

Instantly connect with health and social services throughout Stark County.

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

The Early Childhood Resource Center (ECRC) promotes healthy development through family strengthening and early education resources:

• Child care information and referrals
• Supporting Partnerships to Assure Ready Kids (SPARK) kindergarten readiness program
• Professional development resources for educators
• Home and group-based learning opportunities
• Developmental screenings and community resource connections

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Free learning and development services for children from low-income families, ages birth to 5.

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.

The Early Childhood Resource Center (ECRC) promotes healthy development through family strengthening and early education resources:

• Child care information and referrals
• Supporting Partnerships to Assure Ready Kids (SPARK) kindergarten readiness program
• Professional development resources for educators
• Home and group-based learning opportunities
• Developmental screenings and community resource connections

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Coordinating education, leadership and professional services throughout Stark County. Visit the Stark County ESC website for more information.

Employment, education and family strengthening services.

Complete and submit the online application to your local BMV. View and download the PDF.

Serving Stark County employers and job seekers with access to all community partner programs, education, training, counseling and employment opportunities. Visit the website to learn more.

Transportation services for passengers with ADA-recognized disabilities throughout Stark County. Visit the website to learn more.

When a person is unable to manage his or her personal estate because of a disability or chronic illness, a guardian is appointed by the Stark County Probate Court.

Call the Stark County Homeless Hotline number 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.

Weekly gathering of volunteers from throughout the community who bring food to serve the area’s hungry.

Pediatric health provider for children in Stark County:

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

Improving the lives of Alliance residents through public and environmental health services.

Health and safety services for Stark County families.

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.

Medical services provided on a free and sliding scale.

Residency-based, family medicine office caring for patients of all ages.

Ensuring the accessibility of health services to all Massillon residents:

• Preventing communicable diseases
• Reducing water, air and land pollution
• Health education programs

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.

High-quality, affordable health care and education services:

• LGBTQ+ services
• Men’s health
• STD testing, treatment and vaccination
• Women’s health

Providing access to affordable pharmaceuticals and health education.

Community health service programs and comprehensive health care for children.

Serves the public health needs of more than 250,000 people in Stark County:

• Emergency preparedness
• Environmental health
• Health education
• Kids safety

Services to reduce risk factors and increase resiliency:

• Case management
• Diagnostic mental health assessments
• Medication management

Crisis management, mental and behavioral health, adult care and employment services.

Strengthening families through mental health and substance use prevention, treatment and recovery support services.

Providing counseling, support, advocacy and education with a focus on prevention and treatment.

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

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

Helping families to build trusting and lasting relationships for a lifetime:

• Individual or group therapy
• Support groups
• Case management

Pathway provides short-term relief (hourly, daily, or overnight) in a foster home or community setting for adoptive families who have a child with special needs. They also offer special workshops and training, support groups, and connection to resources for adoptive parents.

Education, counseling, psychiatry and support for children, adolescents and adults.

Wraparound services for youth and families who have complex, multi-system needs. Visit their website for more information.

Funding for mental health and addiction prevention, treatment and recovery support services. Visit their website for more information about StarkMHAR.

Instantly connect with health and social services throughout Stark County.

Provides federal disability and social security benefits to Stark County residents.

Helping individuals in Stark County apply for cash, food and medical assistance.