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- Debilitating illnessesA chronic illness diagnosis such as cancer, multiple sclerosis or cystic fibrosis can come as a shock. It is important to know that you don’t have to go through it alone. If you or a loved one is coping with a debilitating illness diagnosis, support is available here in Stark County.
- Healthy Pregnancy
For expecting mothers, preparing for a healthy birth starts long before labor and delivery. From conception until you bring your baby home, get the early and regular prenatal care you need for a happy and healthy pregnancy. There are many affordable prenatal care providers available here in Stark County.
- Child custody legal assistance
As you consider the best care for a child following a divorce, separation or another difficult family situation, it is important to have appropriate legal representation to guide you through the process. We’re here to help you get started.
- Facing Homelessness
Emergency shelter space is limited in Stark County and reserved for people with nowhere else safe and appropriate to stay. Seeking any available safe housing, even if temporary, while connecting to other desired housing assistance may need to be considered. Questions to explore:
- Where did you stay last night? Is it safe for you? If so, is there something that would allow you to stay there again tonight? (food, utility support,
- Holiday (Christmas) Gifts for Families in NeedSome local organizations provide assistance during the holiday season to help bring joy to harder times. View our list of those who can help.
- Homeless services: adults 26+
For adults who are homeless or facing the possibility of homelessness, Stark County has people who want to help. Start here and contact the organizations below to find assistance with basic resources and temporary housing locations.
Schalmo Family YMCA
Affordable before and after school care.
Canal Fulton, OH 44614
Alliance Family YMCA
Affordable before and after-school care.
Alliance, OH 44601
Paul & Carol David YMCA of Jackson Township
Affordable before and after school care.
Massillon, OH 44646
Lake Community YMCA
Affordable before and after school care.
Uniontown, OH 44685
Louisville Area YMCA
Affordable before and after school care.
Louisville, OH 44641
Mercy Health Center of Alliance
Primary Care, Radiology & Lab, Pain Management
Alliance, OH 44601
Vista Psychological & Counseling Centre, LLC
Affordable health care for adults, children and families.
Suite 100
North Canton, OH 44720
North Canton YMCA Child Development Center
Infant and toddler care for families in North Canton.
North Canton, OH 44720
Christ Presbyterian Church
Hot breakfast is provided to anyone in the community through their Food, Clothing & Prayer program on the second Saturday of every month from 8:30 to 10 a.m.
Camp Wakonda is a Christian summer camp that encourages children to grow in their emotional and spiritual health in the Christian community. Since 1959, campers have learned about and experienced God through the wonder of nature.
Canton, OH 44702
Cambridge Caretenders of Canton
Cambridge offers care and support for a variety of patients in their own home.
Canton, OH 44718
The Inn at Belden Village
Their nursing staff provides short-term, around-the-clock care at their facilities.
Canton, OH 44718
Safe Place for Newborns: Mercy Medical Center ER
Confidential emergency shelter and medical care within three days of birth.
Canton, OH 44708
Aultman Physicians Center Clinic
Aultman-affiliated office providing internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecological care.
Canton, OH 44710
Beacon Charitable Pharmacy
Connecting underinsured residents of Stark and Carroll Counties to quality health care and prescriptions.
Canton, OH 44708
CarePatrol of Akron/Canton/Youngstown/Warren
Provides information and support with accessing senior living options based on care needs.
Minerva Area YMCA
Before and after-school care is provided for children ages kindergarten through 6th.
Minerva, OH 44657
Golden Key Center for Exceptional Children
Dedicated child care facility for children with autism, down syndrome or other disabilities.
Canton, OH 44709
Comfort Keepers of Canton
Comfort Keepers provides in-home respite care for senior, sick, or disabled family members.
Canton, OH 44718
Louis Stokes Canton VA Outpatient Clinic
A multi-specialty clinic that provides a range of health care and mental health services to veterans.
Canton, OH 44702
Ohio MENTOR & IFCS
Foster care and mental health services for young people with emotional, behavioral and other complex challenges.
Suite C & D
Canton, OH 44718
The Pines Healthcare Center
This skilled nursing facility offers short-term rehabilitation, subacute, long-term care, and programming for seniors.
Canton, OH 44708 Learn more
CareSource
CareSource offers a team approach to managing care, as well as transportation, 24-hour medical advice line and no copays or premiums.
Aultman North
Aultman North provides the array of services you need, health care professionals you can trust and close-to-home convenience to fit your busy lifestyle. Conveniently located near the Belden Village area, Aultman North offers:
- Aquatic therapy
- AultmanNow Urgent Care
- Cardiac rehabilitation
- Imaging
- Occupational rehabilitation
- Orthopedics and sports medicine
- Outpatient lab
- Pelvic floor therapy
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Reiki
- Sleep center
- Speech therapy
North Canton, OH 44720
Glenbeigh
We recognize that a person’s entire life can be affected by substance use and addiction. At Glenbeigh, individuals living with a substance use disorder are not only treated; they are listened to, accepted and understood.
Glenbeigh’s Inpatient Hospital delivers medically necessary diagnostic and rehabilitation treatment services under the care of highly trained, professional staff members.
Canton’s Glenbeigh office offers outpatient services including Assessments, IOP (Intensive Outpatient) and continuing care groups. A family group is also offered.
Canton, OH 44718
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
Canton, OH 44709
SAFY of Ohio: Canton/Akron
Community-based support services for Ohio families:
- Adoption services
- Behavioral health
- Family preservation
- Older youth services
- Therapeutic foster care
Canton, OH 44720
Eric Snow Family YMCA
Services for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Before and after school care is available for grades K through 6. Closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Canton, OH 44702
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Habitat for Humanity ReStore is a nonprofit home improvement store and donation center that sells donated new and gently used furniture, appliances, home décor, and building materials to the public at a fraction of retail price. Proceeds from each sale help Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio build and renovate homes with low to moderate income families in the local community. ReStore offers free donation pickup for larger items and each donation is tax deductible.
Canton, OH 44710
HAVEN Program
Provides medical forensic nursing care to individuals impacted by violence, elder abuse and neglect, domestic violence, human trafficking and sexual assault. Visit the website for more information.
Canton, OH 44708
Buckeye Community Health Plan
Buckeye Community Health Plan offers a 24-hour nurse advice line, care managers for doctor’s visits and transportation to medical appointments and pharmacies. Visit their website for more information.
Military & Veterans Crisis Line
The Military Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource for all service members, including members of the National Guard and Reserve, and Veterans, even if they’re not enrolled in VA benefits or health care.
40 Developmental Assets
The 40 Developmental Assets® is a framework consisting of preventative measures, positive experiences and qualities that young people need to grow up healthy, caring and responsible. These assets are protective factors that have been consistently shown, by research, to buffer youth from risk.
Charlotte & Main
Furnishings and household goods can be the missing piece that turns housing into homes.
Our Mission is to provide these items for: Young Adults aging out of foster care and entering into independent living Domestic Violence survivors exiting emergency shelters Veterans escaping homelessnessCanton, OH 44708
Stark Parks
Parks, trails, classes and activities for Stark County residents of all ages.
Located at Petros Lake park, there is a one-mile Mindfulness Walk trail marked with 10 stations that help you practice the art and science of being mindful. Mindfulness is a helpful tool for an overall self-care lifestyle.
Canton, OH 44708
Alliance City Health Department
Collaborates with public health partners 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
Crisis Lifeline
24/7 Phone #’s
Call or text: 988
Chat on website: www.988lifeline.org
Or call: 330-452-6000
The new three-digit dialing code, 988 Lifeline, connects callers to the 988 Crisis Lifeline. When you call, text or chat using the 988 Lifeline, you’re connected to trained counselors that are part of the 988 Lifeline network, made up of more than 200 local crisis centers. Counselors are trained to provide emotional support and crisis counseling to people in suicidal crisis,
Tiqvah Hands of Hope
Tiqvah Hands of Hope is an after-school program serving at-risk students in grades 1-12 within Stark County and the surrounding areas. Tiqvah provides meals and snacks, homework and academic assistance, enrichment opportunities, character development, mentorship, counseling, personal care and hygiene items, spiritual development, clothing boutiques, and social development for students within the program. Tiqvah is offered free of charge to families.
Canton, OH 44702
St Joseph Church/St Vincent DePaul Society
Offers financial assistance for water, gas, and electricity bills to Alliance residents.
Call and leave a message to make an appointment with a representative.
Alliance, OH 44601
Massillon City Health Department
Ensuring the accessibility of health services to all Massillon residents:
- 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 5.
- Pop up food pantry third Tuesday of each month from 12-2pm: Flyer
Massillon, OH 44646
Alliance Catholic Worker Joshua Casteel House
Free community meals
Alliance, OH 44601
Total Living Center
Hot Meals: Lunch Mon-Thurs 11am-12:30pm Dinner Thursdays 5pm-5:45pm
Grocery Distribution 2nd & 4th Wed of the month 11am-1pm
Free Hair Cuts Wednesdays 10am-1pm
Free Chiropractic Care 1st Tuesday of the Month 12:30-1:30pm
Laundromat Mon-Thurs Call to make an appointment
The Agency Store located at 200 Cherry Ave NE in Canton is now open! Become a member and shop discounted goods and supplies for nonprofits, teachers, schools and churches!
Canton, OH 44706
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
- Reproductive Health department
- 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 &
North Canton, OH 44720
Stark County TASC, Inc.
Provides community-based treatment options for juveniles and adults.
Harm Reduction Supply Vending Machine – In collaboration with the Stark County Mental Health and Addiction Board (StarkMHAR), Refuge of Hope, The Massillon City Health Department, and The Alliance Commons we have implemented Harm Reduction Vending Machines throughout Stark County Ohio. Items in the machines include overdose reversal medicine, drug test strips, wound care kits, first aid kits, safe sex kits, PPE, and sharps containers.
Canton, OH 44720
CommQuest Massillon
Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, family housing, male residential addiction treatment, driver intervention program