YWCA Canton

Provides emergency shelter to the homeless and tools to help them get back on their feet and become self-sufficient

Also provides early care and education services to children that enhance their development and prepare them to be successful as they transition to kindergarten

To be placed in housing you must first register with the homeless hotline by calling 330-452-4363

Early Childhood Learning Center
Quality care and education to children ages 6 weeks to 11 years
330-453-7644

Early Head Start
Provides year-round child care for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years (including those with disabilities) whose families are homeless and/or live below the poverty line

Partnership with THRIVE
To support and promote healthy pregnancies and healthy babies. We have a Community Health Worker on-site as an integral member of our team to educate and provide support to our clients.

Housing Services
To be placed in housing you must first register with the homeless hotline by calling 330-452-4363

  • Emergency Shelter for Women and Children – shelter for up to 90 days
  • Permanent Supportive Housing – low barrier affordable housing for disabled, chronically homeless persons paired with support services
  • Stark Area Rapid Re-Housing – program to connect eligible households with permanent housing quickly – short-term financial assistance and supportive services