Death of a guardian

The passing of a parent or caregiver is always a difficult time, but it is a particularly urgent concern for people with developmental disabilities. Not only are there the issues of grief and loss; decisions need to be made about legal guardianship, where the person with disabilities will live, how they will support themselves financially and how they will take care of their day-to-day needs.

Accessible housing options

Cedar Oaks

Affordable housing community for individuals with disabilities.
3538 Millvale Ave. NE
Canton, OH 44705
Phone: (330) 455-1905

Echoing Ridge

Subsidized housing for individuals with disabilities.
643 Beverly Ave.
Canal Fulton, OH 44614
Phone: (330) 854-6621

ICAN Housing

Connecting people to housing, mental health services and community support in Stark County, Ohio. Need help? Click here for first steps. Housing Permanent Supportive Housing - Long-term, community-based housing, which includes supportive services for homeless people with disabilities Affordable Housing Program - generally defined as housing on which the occupant is paying no more than 30 percent of gross income for housing costs, including utilities Rapid Re-Housing Program - An intervention that quickly connects families and individuals experiencing homelessness to permanent housing Services PATH Outreach - Outreach Specialists identify and engage people who are experiencing homelessness Workforce Development - help people with serious mental health conditions enter and succeed in the competitive labor market Supportive Services - Housing Support Specialists provide supportive services for people experiencing homelessness, who have disabilities and reside in permanent supportive housing
1214 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44714
Phone: (330) 455-9100
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Massillon VOA Housing

Section 8 housing for those with disabilities.
1308 Cherry Rd. NW
Massillon, OH 44647
Phone: (330) 830-1246

Park Place

Section 8 housing for individuals with disabilities.
1718 North Market Ave. N
Canton , OH 44714
Phone: (330) 455-9100

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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Hot meal programs

Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank

Network of food pantry and hot meal sites.
350 Opportunity Pkwy.
Akron, OH 44307
Phone: (330) 535-6900

Community Harvest

Excess food donations for Stark County residents in need. 
4915 Fulton Dr. NW
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 493-0800

Meals on Wheels: North Canton

Delivers prepared meals to North Canton residents in need.
7707 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44721
Phone: (330) 494-0366
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Meals on Wheels of Northeast Ohio

Provides food donations to individuals who are homebound due to age, illness or disability, with no eligibility requirements.
2363 Nave Rd. SE
Massillon, OH 44646
Toll free: 1 (800) 466-8010
Local: (330) 515-5605

The Salvation Army: Food Pantry

Regional food bank offering free canned goods and fresh groceries. 
420 Market Ave. S
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 453-0159
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The Salvation Army: Meals Program

Local food program offering hot, nutritious meals and opportunities for social interaction.
420 Market Ave. S
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 453-0159
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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 & Tuesday 9:15 - 2:35 Wednesday 9:15 - 3:35 Thursday & Friday - 9:15 - 1:35
408 9th St. SW
Suite 1637
Canton, OH 44707
Phone: (330) 455-6667
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Medical health resources

Akron Children’s Hospital: North Canton

Pediatric health provider for children in Stark County:
  • Primary care
  • Home care
  • Surgical services
  • Clinical services
  • Financial services
6046 Whipple Ave. NW
Building B
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 433-1777
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Alliance Health Department

Improving the lives of Alliance residents through public and environmental health services.
504 East Main St.
Alliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 821-3110

American Red Cross: Stark and Muskingum Lakes Chapter

Health and safety services for Stark County families.
408 9th St. SW
Canton, OH 44707
Phone: (330) 453-0146

Aultman Physicians Center Clinic

Aultman-affiliated office providing internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecological care.
2600 7th St. SW
Canton, OH 44710
Phone: (330) 363-6235

Canton City Health Department

Helping to prevent the spread of disease, promote healthy practices and protect the health of Canton City residents. Request Narcan Kit via mail by submitting form here:  https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=2vJsyYnET0Cq0UZvZCM8uhXS5Z8PI0lPocTwThuFeLJUQjBYRU1LOFRZVTRLTFlPMUhFNFBOWjQyRi4u
  • 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.*
  • Nursing Division (until further notice)
      • Facial coverings are required for all clinics for those over 2 years of age.
      • Travel Clinic will re-open April 22, 2022.
  • 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.
  • 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.
420 Market Ave.
North Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 489-3231
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Canton Community Clinic

Medical services provided on a free and sliding scale.
2725 Lincoln St. E
Canton, OH 44707
Phone: (330) 454-2000

Canton Family Medicine

Residency-based, family medicine office caring for patients of all ages.
2600 7th St. SW
Canton, OH 44710
Phone: (330) 438-6211
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Massillon Health Department

Ensuring the accessibility of health services to all Massillon residents:
  • Preventing communicable diseases
  • Reducing pollution
  • Health education programs
611 Erie St S
Massillon, OH 44646
Phone: (330) 830-1710
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Mercy Medical Center Dental Services

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.
1320 Mercy Dr. NW
Canton, OH 44708
Phone: (330) 471-5950

Planned Parenthood: Canton Health Center

High-quality, affordable health care and education services:
  • LGBTQ+ services
  • Men’s health
  • STD testing, treatment and vaccination
  • Women’s health
2663 Cleveland Ave. NW
Canton, OH 44709
Phone: (330) 456-7191
Fax: (330) 456-9679
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Prescription Assistance Network

Providing access to affordable pharmaceuticals and health education.
408 9th St. SW
Canton, OH 44707
Phone: (330) 445-1087

Shipley Child Health Clinic

Community health service programs and comprehensive health care for children.
919 2nd St. NE
Canton, OH 44704
Phone: (330) 453-3386

Stark County Health Department

Serves the public health needs of more than 250,000 people in Stark County:
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Environmental health
  • Health education
  • Kids safety
7235 Whipple Ave. NW
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 493-9904
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Grief, loss & mental health 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

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: 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.

Ohio Guidestone

Providing counseling, support, advocacy and education with a focus on prevention and treatment.
401 Tuscarawas St. W
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (440) 234-2006
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Pegasus Farm

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
7490 Edison St. NE
Hartville, OH 44632
Phone: (330) 935-2300

Pathway Caring for Children

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.
4895 Dressler Rd. NW
Suite A
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 493-0083

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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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 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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United Way of Greater Stark County

Public assistance

Canton Social Security Office

Provides federal disability and social security benefits to Stark County residents.
301 McKinley Ave. SW
Suite 100
Canton, OH 43725
Phone: 1 (877) 255-1509
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Stark County Job & Family Services: Basic Needs

Helping individuals in Stark County apply for cash, food and medical assistance.
221 3rd St. SE
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 452-4661
TDD: (330) 451-8879
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