Father’s rights
The bond between a child and their father sets an important family foundation. Community agencies all over Stark County work every day to remove barriers and promote more positive father/child relationships. Even if a father is not the custodial parent, they still have rights when it comes to caring for their children. Find information, programs and organizations dedicated to supporting fathers legally, financially and emotionally. Because stronger relationships lead to stronger families.
Child Support Services Paternity Establishment
Find out ways to establish paternity for children in Stark County.
Child Support Order Modifications
Find the steps to take if you want to make changes to your child support order.
Resources for Fathers
Suite 102
Alliance, OH 44601
Canton, OH 44708
Canton, OH 44708
Canton, OH 44707
420 Market Avenue
North Canton, OH 44702
Alliance Pregnancy Center
These confidential, cost-free services include:
75 Glamorgan St.- 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
Phone: (330) 821-7283
Phone: (330) 821-7283
Just for Dads
Supporting dads and fathers in Stark County.
4500 22nd St. NWCanton, OH 44708
Phone: (330) 455-7500
Phone: (330) 455-7500
Parents Anonymous
Self-help group encouraging parents to make lasting, effective, positive changes in their lives.
142 Arlington Ave. NWCanton, OH 44708
Phone: (330) 445-1061
Phone: (330) 445-1061
Stark County Fatherhood Coalition
The mission of the Stark County Fatherhood Coalition is to encourage fathers to take an active and positive role in their child’s life, and to promote and sponsor activities designed to strengthen families. The Coalition holds monthly meetings at the Goodwill Community Campus on the second Thursday of each month at 10am. If you would like additional information please call 330-451-8477. You can also visit us on Facebook facebook.com/starkcountyfatherhoodcoalition Download the following documents for helpful information:
Goodwill Community Campus, 408 9th St. SWCanton, OH 44707
Hours: Second Thursday of the month – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Stark County THRIVE Pathways HUB
Connecting families with medical and social services to help prevent infant mortality and reduce disparities in birth outcomes.
Canton City Public Health420 Market Avenue
North Canton, OH 44702
Phone: 234-410-3087
Phone: 234-410-3087