Young parents
The transition to parenthood is difficult at any age, and especially for teens and young adults. Find local parenting resources, programs and organizations available to support young parents in Stark County, both financially and emotionally. Benefits of social support services for first-time parents include improved parenting knowledge, enhanced parent-child relationships and increased economic self-sufficiency.
- Foster and Adoption services
Changes are underway. Please go to the JFS website for the most up-to-date information. Are you interested in learning more about adoption services in Stark County? All children have hopes of being welcomed into permanent, loving and committed families. Whether you are pregnant and exploring your options or an aspiring adoptive parent, find local resources…
Read more - Public Benefits Assistance: Application & Eligibility
Changes are underway. Please go to the JFS website for the most up-to-date information. Navigating life’s challenges is difficult enough. We’re here to make finding help for basic needs simple. Learn how to apply for cash, food and/or medical assistance and get started today. Cases are processed in the order they are received, so it…
Read more - Behind On Rent & Utilities
Changes are underway. Please go to the JFS website for the most up-to-date information. If you’re facing financial hardships and need help with rent and utilities to help you stay afloat, Stark County offers various programs to assist. Review the options available and reach out to find out which programs might work best for you.
Read more - Affordable child care
Find local resources, organizations and public assistance programs dedicated to making reliable, safe and affordable child care accessible to all families in Stark County. Child care assistance helps to pay a portion of your child care costs, so you can continue to work and support your family.
Read more - Clothing and Furniture Assistance
Changes are underway. Please go to the JFS website for the most up-to-date information. If you or someone you know is in need of clothing or furniture assistance in Stark County, there is a network of community resources you can turn to for support. Whether you need baby, back-to-school, professional or everyday clothing, clothing resources…
Read more - Sexual Health and Pregnancy/STI Prevention
Changes are underway. Please go to the JFS website for the most up-to-date information. If you are unsure about the family planning methods available to you and want to learn more about your options, you are not alone. Find local resources, programs and community organizations providing reproductive health services for individuals and couples in Stark…
Read more - 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…
Read more - 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…
Read more Emergency - Early childhood immunizations
It is important that children receive immunizations early in life to help protect them from potentially life-threatening illnesses and diseases. If your child is behind on their shots, don’t worry. Your pediatric or primary care physician can help determine a make-up vaccination schedule, so your child can get safely back on track.
Read more - Healthy Pregnancy
Changes are underway. Please go to the JFS website for the most up-to-date information. 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…
Read more - Health care support
All residents should have access to safe and effective health care, regardless of age or income. If you are a teen, young adult or the parent of a young child, affordable, quality care is within your reach. Get the medical, dental, prescription or mental health coverage you need for a happy and healthy tomorrow.
Read more - Resources for Parents
Changes are underway. Please go to the JFS website for the most up-to-date information. Nothing prepares you for parenthood. Parenting has been called the ultimate long-term investment. It's one of the most complex and challenging jobs you'll face in your lifetime – and also the most rewarding. Find local resources to help you navigate parenthood…
Read more - Early education resources
Early education programs provide learning opportunities for children, ages 0 to 5 years old. All early childhood education programming offered in Stark County is targeted to support children as they build a strong knowledge-based foundation. The SPARK (Supporting Partnerships to Assure Ready Kids) program provides a kindergarten readiness advantage for families with preschool-age children (three- and four-year-olds).
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